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Russia arrests German citizen on sabotage charges
Russia arrests German citizen on sabotage charges

Russia arrests German citizen on sabotage charges

The Russian Federal Security Service said a German man was involved in organizing an explosion in Kaliningrad and had returned to Russia “to organize acts of sabotage.” A German citizen has been arrested in Russia on
2 weeks ago
Germany honors Jürgen Klopp with highest civic award
Germany honors Jürgen Klopp with highest civic award

Germany honors Jürgen Klopp with highest civic award

German football coach Jürgen Klopp received the Federal Order of Merit for his contribution to democracy and his impact on the football world and more. He accepted the honor with customary modesty,
2 months ago
Nigeria: Hardship protests met with tear gas
Nigeria: Hardship protests met with tear gas

Nigeria: Hardship protests met with tear gas

For a second time in two months, Nigerians have demonstrated against economic hardship in the oil-rich country. The turnout was lower than the previous protest in which at least 20 people were
2 months ago
Spain: Hopes of rescue fade after migrant boat disaster
Spain: Hopes of rescue fade after migrant boat disaster

Spain: Hopes of rescue fade after migrant boat disaster

Spanish authorities continued their search for 48 migrants who were aboard a boat that capsized near the Canary Islands. Nine people had already been reported dead. Rescuers were searching for at least
2 months ago
Germany: Cologne Central Station to close to train traffic
Germany: Cologne Central Station to close to train traffic

Germany: Cologne Central Station to close to train traffic

Construction work will leave the German city almost entirely cut off from rail services overnight on Friday. The closure is the latest headache for Deutsche Bahn passengers in recent months. Cologne Central
2 months ago
Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package
Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package

Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package

More than Bavarians in lederhosen balancing frothing beer mugs and fried sausages, the world’s largest folk festival is becoming more inclusive and eco-friendly. Around 6 million revelers from across the globe are expected
3 months ago
Pope Francis holds mammoth Mass in East Timor
Pope Francis holds mammoth Mass in East Timor

Pope Francis holds mammoth Mass in East Timor

The Pope has addressed a crowd of 600,000 people, roughly half the population of one of the world’s most Catholic nations — East Timor. Pope Francis  celebrated an open-air Mass for around
3 months ago
Germany: Labor minister calls for higher minimum wage
Germany: Labor minister calls for higher minimum wage

Germany: Labor minister calls for higher minimum wage

Hubertus Heil said he wants to raise the federal minimum wage to 15 euros. Trade unions welcome his comments, but there was dissent within Germany’s governing coalition. Germany’s Federal Minister of Labor
3 months ago
Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip
Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip

Pope appeals against extremism on Indonesia trip

Pope Francis and Indonesian President Joko Widodo highlighted the role religion can play in fostering peace. The pontiff is set to host leaders of six different religious groups in Jakarta. Pope Francis
3 months ago
Pope Francis embarks on marathon Asia-Pacific trip
Pope Francis embarks on marathon Asia-Pacific trip

Pope Francis embarks on marathon Asia-Pacific trip

The 12-day visit is Francis’ first major trip abroad in a year. The journey highlights the growing importance of Asia and Oceania to the Catholic Church. Pope Francis begins the foreign trip of
3 months ago
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