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Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE
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Germany posts record exports and trade surplus
German exports reached a record high in 2011, climbing a staggering 11.4 percent year-on-year. For the first time ever, exports topped the one trillion euro mark, while domestic demand also pointed upward.
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Greece's coalition leaders study draft deal ahead of talks
The heads of Greece's coalition government are studying a draft deal on further austerity measures drawn up after late-night talks. They are due to meet with Prime Minister Lucas Papademos later in the day.
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Strike cancels 40 percent of Air France flights
Airline pilots in France are striking to protest a bill that would require them to give 48 hours notice before any walkout. The third day of the strike has forced Air France to ground 40 percent of long-haul flights.
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NGOs fear fair trade may hurt Indian food sector
A proposed free trade deal between the European Union and India could breach the United Nations' Universal Human Rights framework by denying millions of poor Indians access to food, non-governmental organizations warn.
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Berlin International Film Festival isn't just about awards
In addition to the esteemed Bear awards, the Berlin International Film Festival's 'sections' offer a colorful palette of films from around the world - by the most diverse directors.
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US court rules state gay marriage ban unconstitutional
An federal appeals court in California has upheld a ruling that the state's ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional. Proponents of the ban says they will appeal to the US Supreme Court.
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Woman receives 3D-printed transplant jaw
A woman in the Netherlands has been fitted with a lower jaw created by a 3D printing process. Doctors say it is the first operation of its kind and paves the way for more widespread use of printed implants.
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Making the Internet safer for young people
Tuesday marked Safer Internet Day, an annual event sponsored by the European Commission to encourage people, especially the young, to use the Internet and digital devices more responsibly.
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Dozens killed in renewed attacks in Syria
Syrian forces have launched fresh attacks in city of Homs, killing dozens of civilians. The US has said it is considering humanitarian aid to the country to avoid fuelling "a full-blown civil war."
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Santorum wins three states in Republican race
Rick Santorum has reignited his bid for the US Republican presidential nomination. Victories in Missouri, Minnesota and Colorado have put him in prime position to become the next main challenger to favorite Mitt Romney.
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Pro-Tibet groups call for worldwide vigil
The prime minister of the Tibetan government-in-exile has called for a worldwide expression of support for the Tibetan cause. Tensions are rising ahead of the anniverary of the 1959 uprising against Chinese rule.
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Argentina to bring British Falklands 'militarization' complaint to Security Council
Argentina says it will bring a formal complaint at the UN against Britain over its decision to send a warship to the Falkland Islands. Tensions over the islands have increased ahead of the Falklands War 30th anniversary.
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Dortmund trounce Holstein Kiel in German Cup quarters
Borussia Dortmund have ended the German Cup fairytale for regional club Holstein Kiel after smacking home four goals in arctic conditions in their quarterfinal clash at the Holstein Stadium.
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Delayed Greek parliamentary talks postponed again
Crucial talks between Greek party leaders and Prime Minister Papademos have again been postponed. They are now due to take place on Wednesday. Papademos is to meet EU officials instead Tuesday evening.
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Freezing Europe feels Russian gas shortage
From France to Ukraine, Europe continues to freeze under a continental cold spell. Add a Russian gas shortage to the mix and you've got a problem - though one that's being felt differently around the EU.
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Kazakhstan cozies up to Germany
Kazakhstan hopes to win over the European Union as another key trade partner alongside Russia and China. Experts see the Berlin visit of Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev as paving the way.
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Art and apple trees at documenta (13)
Every four years, Kassel is transformed into a global art capital during the documenta contemporary art fair. The event may be a little ways off, but preparations are now in high gear.
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Greeks lose faith in politicians
Many Greeks are angry with their politicians, accusing them of playing tactical games ahead of elections as debt talks continue. DW spoke to three Greeks worried about the future of their country.
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ANC's Malema continues to fight on
South Africa's ANC has delayed the final sentencing of its Youth League President Julius Malema who is allowed to present evidence to reduce his five-year-suspension in two weeks.
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'War on Terror' knocks on American homeland's door
Osama bin Laden is dead, but Washington’s War on Terrorism continues to rage in the hearts and minds of many Americans. New counterterrorism provisions raise the specter of mandatory military detention in the US.
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