Year: 2015

German parliament passes anti-doping law

German lawmakers have passed a law against doping, providing for jail terms…

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Egypt condemns Beirut bombings

The bombings were claimed by “Islamic State”

Daily News Egypt

Opinion: Time to act in Burundi

In Burundi, the killing sprees continue with impunity. The UN Security Council…

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FIFA fines Angel Maria Villar Llona for misconduct

FIFA has slapped the wrists of one of its vice presidents over…

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Refugees: boon or bane for the German economy?

While some worry the costs of the refugee crisis could leave an…

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Bomb threat forces Germany out of Paris hotel

The Paris hotel housing the German national football team has been evacuated…

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EU report declares glyphosate herbicides safe despite UN results

The EU has found that glyphosate, the main ingredient in some herbicides…

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Flying under the radar: Seabirds hold the key to healthy fisheries

Seabirds are being severely threatened by fisheries, pollution and invasive species. Scientist…

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Why I volunteer: Refugee kids learn German via online coloring book

A picture is worth a thousand words. And pictures can also teach…

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Google co-founders’ personal take on biotech

A semi-secret life sciences lab, and a general commitment to supporting medical…

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