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Europe

Greek cabinet approves austerity

The Greek government has approved a new austerity program amid the resignation of several cabinet members and a 48-hour strike by workers. Greece's parliament is expected to vote the program into law on Sunday.
Middle East

Explosions hit northern Syria

Explosions have rocked the northern city of Aleppo, with state TV reporting at least 28 people dead and 175 wounded. Meanwhile residents of Homs have been devastated by the government's brutal bombing campaign.
Africa

Sudanese non-aggression pact

The two Sudans have taken a step toward political reconciliation after signing an agreement aimed at averting war. But disputes over territory and oil revenue remain unresolved.
Europe

Italian banks downgraded

Some of Italy's largest banks have had their credit ratings slashed by S&P, a month after the Italian state saw its own creditworthiness cut. Prime Minister Mario Monti played down the bank downgrades.
World

Falkland Islands row

Argentina has said Britain is beefing up its military presence around the Falkand Islands, alleging that London may even have introduced nuclear weapons to the region. Britain has adamantly rejected the accusations.
Americas

US president targeted

An Uzbek national who came to the US on a student visa pled guilty to charges of terrorism and threatening to kill the president. He may have had connections with the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan.
Sports

Wolfsburg scrape past Freiburg

Wolfsburg have maintained an impressive home record in the Bundesliga courtesy of an unimpressive 3-2 win over Freiburg. Either side might have clinched a game that was richer in goals than defensive solidity.
Asia

Maldives' Nasheed demands elections

The ousted leader of the Maldives, Mohamed Nasheed, has called for fresh elections and said he would organize street protests. He also criticized the US for recognizing the new government.

Maldives' Nasheed demands elections

epa03095546 A protesters confronts riot police as they try to invade the Greek Parliament during a general strike protest in Athens , Greece, 07 February 2012. Greek political leaders will meet in the evening to decide whether to approve new heavy austerity measures demanded by the country's public creditors for new loans. All three parties have publicly opposed steep cuts in private sector pay demanded by the EU and IMF. Greece's coalition government yielded to pressure from the European Union to proceed with the lay-off of 15,000 public sector workers in 2012 as part of extra austerity measures demanded by the country's international creditors. EPA/ORESTIS PANAGIOTOU +++(c) dpa - Bildfunk+++

Greek cabinet approves austerity

Syrian security forces gather in front a damaged building at a security compound

Explosions hit northern Syria

(FILE) A file picture dated 19 January 2010 shows Sudanese President Omar el Bashir (R) and First Vice President and President of the Government of Southern Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit (L), participating in celebrations marking the 5th anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) in Yambio, Sudan. Omar el Bashir has won the country's first multiparty elections in 24 years, election officials said on 26 April 2010. The polls are supposed to usher in a new era of democracy in Sudan, which is recovering from a decades-long civil war between the north and south. EPA/TIM MCKULKA - UNMIS - HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES +++(c) dpa - Bildfunk+++

Sudanese non-aggression pact

epa03058743 (FILE) A file photo dated 08 December 2011 shows a sign displaying the name of the Standard & Poor's financial rating services in its offices in Paris, France. Rating agency Standard & Poor's downgraded the long-term credit ratings of nine European countries on 13 January 2012, saying actions taken by the eurozone to contain its debt crisis were likely insufficient. France and Austria lost their top AAA credit, and were downgraded by one notch to AA+. Italy, Spain, Portugal and Cyprus were lowered two levels, while Malta, Slovakia, and Slovenia each fell one level. Germany, along with Belgium, Estonia, Finland, Ireland, Luxembourg and the Netherlands, maintained their credit scores. EPA/IAN LANGSDON *** Local Caption *** 00000403028011

Italian banks downgraded

Left-wing activists burn British flags during a demonstration outside the British Embassy over the disputed Falklands Islands, known as Las Malvinas in Spanish, between Britain and Argentina in Buenos Aires January 20, 2012. British Prime Minister David Cameron told parliament Britain was committed to protecting the South Atlantic islands and added that people there should be allowed to decide their own nationality. Argentine President Cristina Fernandez described Britain last June as a "crass colonial power in decline" for refusing to hold talks over the islands and Argentine officials were quick to hit back over Cameron's remarks last Wednesday. London has controlled the islands, about 300 miles off the Argentine coast, since 1833. Its two-month war with Argentina in 1982 resulted in the deaths of 255 British and about 650 Argentine soldiers. REUTERS/Enrique Marcarian (ARGENTINA - Tags: POLITICS CIVIL UNREST)

Falkland Islands row

President Barack Obama speaks about the economy, Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012, at Shaker Heights High School in Shaker Heights, Ohio. (Foto:Haraz N. Ghanbari/AP/dapd)

US president targeted

Wolfsburg's Petr Jiracek celebrates his winning goal against Freiburg

Wolfsburg scrape past Freiburg

Greece

Still a long way to go for Greece

As Greece prepares to accept new austerity measures, questions have arisen about the ECB's methods. A controversial bond swap is intended to cut Greek debt, but could be a subsidy in disguise.

Opinion: EU won't let Greece go bankrupt

Threats are made, deadlines are set. There are arguments behind closed doors as the eurozone and Greece wrestle over money - lots of money.

Greeks seize on tourism to boost the economy

The Greek economy depends on revenue from tourism; experts believe the sector has plenty of potential for growth. But only if the state creates the right conditions.

Greek frustration

Greeks protest against new austerity measures.

Justice

Frankfurt airport attacker jailed for life

A radical Islamist has been jailed for life for killing and wounding US soldiers at Franfkurt airport one year ago. But the attacker's motives remain unclear.

Accused gunman admits to shooting at Frankfurt Airport

Syria

US options on Syria limited

As the Syrian government cracks down on the opposition, calls to protect civilians are growing louder. But many defense experts warn against military intervention.

Syria

Opposition calls for help as Homs offensive continues.

Egypt

'The uprising was not about liberal democracy'

A year ago Hosni Mubarak was toppled from power. A spirit of hope hung heavy in the air, however one year on people in Egypt are still coming to terms with his legacy. DW talked to Andrea Teti about the country's future.

Egypt's new revolution 'against the military'

Public riots have resumed in Egypt, with reports of hundreds of injuries and deaths. Deutsche Welle spoke to journalist Karim El-Gawhary, who witnessed the latest protests in Cairo.

Growing uncertainty over Egypt's future

One year ago in Cairo hundreds of thousands came out to the streets and eventually forced Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak from office. On this anniversary, the military has partially lifted the state of emergency.

Asia

Taliban try to recruit children as suicide bombers

The recruitment of young suicide bombers is one of the Taliban's most terrible tactics - yet it still remains a problem in Afghanistan. Some young children though are able to be rescued before they lose their lives.

'Border talks alone will not ease tensions:' Pakistan experts

Globalization

Growing pains

As poor nations develop, so does their hunger for resources. Just how much growth can Earth take?

Environment

Billions lost

A study finds that sustainable fishing practices could earn the industry 3.2 billion euros more.

science

Jazz breaks down barriers in Panama

Panama has the fastest growing economy in Latin America, but it is also split by class conflicts between rich and poor. Jazz pianist Danilo Perez tries to heal some of those conflicts through free music education.

Editor's Choice

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Migrants wake up to a nightmare in Europe

Life on the less than sunny side of Spain

Voices from Tahrir, a year after Mubarak

Mining the mountains - the search for tin in Germany

Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

All the world's a stage

German actress Diane Kruger graced the red carpet at the opening of the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival, the Berlinale, Thursday night.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

World premiere

Kruger stars in the French movie "Farewell, My Queen" ("Les Adieux à la reine"), which enjoyed its world premiere and opened the Berlinale.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

Stars shine

German actress Christine Paul also lit up the red carpet. The former model has starred in dozens of movies for TV and the big screen.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

Farewell My Queen

Other stars from "Farewell, My Queen" - Xavier Beauvois, Virginie Ledoyen, Lea Seydoux and director Benoit Jacquot - were there for the premiere of the film set against the backdrop of the French revolution.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

Mega media event

The Berlinale draws thousands of journalists each year to report on the film extravagana.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

Stars out in force

Chinese actress Huo Siyan was also at the opening of the festival that shows films from around the world. China has three vying for a Bear Award in the competition section this year.
Berlinale's red carpet sparkles

Glitz and glamour

While Huo Siyan braved the cold February temperatures for the opening, viewers can warm up in the cinemas that will show some 400 films during the festival that runs through February 19.