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EU Council President Tusk: 20-30% chance Brexit doesnʼt happen He said that Brexit has triggered a pro-Europe movement across Britain
EU Council President Donald Tusk says he will never give up hope that the UK will reverse its exit course.
US imposes increased tariffs on Chinese goods, despite talks
Nigerian progovernment militia frees hundreds of children
Representatives of the US and China ended their talks on Friday without sharing details on the results, with US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin describing them only as "constructive." Chinaʼs Vice Premier Liu He said the talks went "fairly well," according to Bloomberg. Hu Xijin, editor-in-chief of the Chinese newspaper Global Times, cited "an authoritative source," to report that "talks didnʼt break down. Both sides think that the talks are constructive and will continue consultations. The two sides agree to meet again in Beijing in the future."
A Nigerian pro-government militia force on Friday released 894 children it had used to help fightan Islamist insurgencyin the northeast of the country, the UN childrenʼs agency UNICEF said. "(This) is a step in the right direction for the protection of childrenʼs rights and must be recognized and encouraged," Mohamed Fall, the UNICEF Nigeria chief, said in a statement. "Children of northeast Nigeria have borne the brunt of this conflict. They have been used by armed groups in combatant and noncombatant roles and witnessed death, killing and violence," he said.
European Council Donald Tusk said in an interview on Friday that he believes there may still be a "20-30%" chance that Britain remains in the European Union. Speaking with Polish daily Gazeta Wyborcza he said that if a 2016 referendum can reverse a decision made in 1975, it should be possible to hold a second Brexit vote. Tusk was referring to the time Britons voted on whether they wanted to remain in what, 44 years ago, was the European Economic Community. The president stressed that it was perhaps unfair to the British people that the major consequences of their vote were not made clear until after the June 2016 ballot. "The real debate on the consequences of Brexit started not before or during the referendum campaign, but after the vote. Today the results would probably look different," said Tusk. "Paradoxically it is Brexit that triggered a proEuropean movement in the UK," he added. "Today, chances that there will be no Brexit are at 20-30%. Thatʼs a lot." Tusk said he was uncertain how Britain could expect to leave the EU bythe new deadline of October 31, when Prime Minister Theresa Mayʼs withdrawal agreement has already been rejected by parliament three times. "Month by month it is becoming clearer that the UKʼs departure from the EU will look completely different
to what the Brexit promoters had (forecast)," he told the Gazeta Wyborcza, declaring that he would never give up hope that the UK would reverse course. The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that Britain can unilaterally stop Brexit without seeking approval from EU member states. As a result of the decision to extend the deadline, the UK willparticipate in EU elections at the end of May. European Council Donald Tusk said in an interview on Friday that he believes there may still be a "20-30%" chance that Britain remains in the European Union. Speaking with Polish daily Gazeta Wyborcza he said that if a 2016 referendum can reverse a decision made in 1975, it should be possible to hold a second Brexit vote. Tusk was referring to the time Britons voted on whether they wanted to remain in what, 44 years ago, was the European Economic Community. The president stressed that it was perhaps unfair to the British people that the major consequences of their vote were not made clear until after the June 2016 ballot. "The real debate on the consequences of Brexit started not before or during the referendum campaign, but after the vote. Today the results would probably look different," said Tusk. "Paradoxically it is Brexit that triggered a pro-European movement in the UK," he added.
German minister calls for immediate ban on plastic bags
German national anthem outcry re-inflames EastWest divide
German Development Minister Gerd Müller has called for a ban on plastic bags in Germany, in part to reduce the exports of waste to developing countries. "The ban on plastic straws is not enough," Müller told the Augsburger Allgemeine. "Germany should not wait for Europe and should immediately ban disposable plastic bags." The CSU politician noted that some African countries had already banned plastic bags, "We must do what Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda have done."
An eastern German state premier, Bodo Ramelow, says Germany should have a national anthem that all the country can sing along to. For him and others, the Nazi associations linger, and East Germans never got a choice. Comments by the state premier of the former East German state of Thuringia on Thursday have reinflamed an old sore point between the two former Germanys. Some three decades after the reunification, Bodo Ramelow argued at the end of an interview with the Rheinische Post newspaper, many people from the former communist part of Germany did not sing along with the current anthem.
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Protests as far-right AfD wrangles over Europe candidates Five hundred Alternative for Germany (AfD) delegates wrangled via procedural run-offs Saturday over who should fill its tail-end candidacy slots as more than a 1,000 opponents headed for the conference venue, overseen by police. Protesters, organized by local civic groups, had set out from the railway station of the 30,000population Elbe River city of Riesa — once a key metal industry hub in communist former East Germany — bound for the convention center. Read more:EU in 2019, challenges and crisis Placards and banners carried by AfD detractors included the slogan "Racism is no alternative," playing off the partyʼs name. Police said they intervened when a roadside bystander made a Hitler salute. The anti-migrant, euroskeptic AfD, launched in 2013 and now holding opposition seats in all of Germanyʼs 16 regional assemblies as well as the federal Bundestag, had begun its four-day convention on Friday in Riesa to complete its list of party members who could serve in the European Parliament following this yearʼs European elections.
Syrian girls attacked in Berlin, racism suspected A man spouting racist insults allegedly confronted two Syrian teenagers in northeastern Berlin and punched them in the face, authorities said Saturday. He hit the girls, aged 15 and 16, "with his fist several times ... before fleeing into a shopping arcade," police alleged in a statement. Both girls were taken to hospital for treatment. Read more: Racist or Islamist — lone-wolf attackers show similar patterns Hours later, a woman reportedly attacked a 12year-old girl in the southeastern district of Neukölln. Officers alleged the suspect tried to tear off the girlʼs headscarf, pulled her hair and threatened her with pepper spray. The woman also allegedly attempted to stab the child with a syringe filled with what appeared to be blood, police said. Officers from the state security police are investigating the incidents, which took place late Friday. The suspected hate crimes highlight tensions over migration in Germany. Last month, a 50-year-old German man was charged with attempted murder after he deliberately drove his car into foreigners in the western cities of Bottrop and Essen. Eight people were injured in the New Yearʼs Day attack, including a 4-year-old Afghan boy and a 10-year-old Syrian girl. 2
Prince Charles wraps up German tour with visit to Bavarian farm They enjoyed seeing animals and making pretzels at the farm
The prince and his wife Camilla have ended their four-day tour with a visit to an organic farm outside Munich. Britainʼs Prince Charles,son of Queen Elizabeth ll, and his wife Camilla, ended theirfour-day tour of Germanywith a visit to anorganic farmin Glonn, just outside Munich on Friday. Charles, who is known for his advocacy of sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation, was visibly impressed as he toured the Herrmannsdorfer Farm in Bavaria. Against a backdrop of Alpine peaks and the sounds of traditional Bavarian brass music, the prince
China says Interpol chief Meng Hongwei under investigation for bribery Interpol President Meng Hongwei, who had gone missing in late September, is under investigation for bribery and other crimes, the Chinese Security Ministry announced on Monday. Meng is accused of "accepting bribes and is suspected of violating the law," the ministry said in a statement. It also hinted at a political dimension by stating Meng was being probed because of his own "willfulness and for bringing trouble upon himself." Meng, a senior security official in China as well as the first Chinese head of Interpol, has beenmissing since September 25 while on a trip to his native country. On Sunday, Chinaʼs anti-graft body had said that "Public Security Ministry Vice Minister Meng Hongwei is currently under
visitedcows and pigson the farm, held a rooster, and was shown a colony of bees. Charlesʼ wife Camilla also impressed those present by making a perfect pretzel at the farmʼs bakery on only her second attempt. ʼHe does a lot for ecology and the environmentʼ Onlookers, decked out in traditional Bavarianlederhosenand dirndl, were happy to see the royal couple, with some, like Angelika Pree, saying, "He does a lot for ecology and the environment." investigation by the National Supervisory Commission for suspected violations of law," without specifying its allegations. China has been cracking down on corruption under President Xi Jinping. Interpol later said Meng had resigned as president of the international police organization with immediate effect. It named South Korean national Kim Jong Yang, who was Senior Vice-President, as acting president.
Attack on Iranian military parade may harden domestic and regional policies A deadly attack on an Iranian military parade may strengthen hardliners in the country and send al-
Egypt President Abdel-Fattah elSissi takes over chair of African Union Egyptʼs President Abdel-Fattah elSissi took up his chairmanship of the 55-member African Union (AU) at its 32nd ordinary session in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Sunday. During his tenure, el-Sissi is expected to concentrate on security and financial reform, but with no great plans to strengthen the AUʼs multilateral powers. Instead, the focus is expected to be on combating illegal immigration while Egypt presents itself as a model for hosting refugees. The summit has been titled: "Refugees, Returnees and Internally Displaced Persons" presented within a security context. Ahead of the summit, el-Sissi set out his priorities for the year: Building bridges in support of African cultural events.Cooperating with partners regionally and internationally.Peace and security, with a focus on post-conflict reconstruction.Institutional and financial reform of the AU.Expediting the CFTA free trade agreement and infrastructure projects.Providing employment opportunities, increasing the return of African youth, developing manufacturing, agriculture and fishing.
ready heightened tensions across the Middle East soaring, asTehran points its finger at the United States and its Gulf Arab allies. The rare attack claimed by Arab separatists killed 12Revolutionary Guard (IRGC)members and 13 others in the southwestern city of Ahvaz, capital of oil-rich Khuzestan province, which is home to Shiite Iranʼs Sunni Arab minority. It was the deadliest attack in the country in nearly a decade. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blamed "mercenary terrorists" who carried out a crime in "continuation of the conspiracies by the US-backed regimes in the region," while the IRGC under his command vowed "deadly and unforgiving revenge," if need be abroad. Iran did not name a particular Arab country, but the accusations appeared to be aimed at regional rivals Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain.
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Post Malone, Franz Ferdinand, Son Lux and many more confirmed for Sziget 2019 After Ed Sheeran, the Foo Fighters and Twenty One Pilots, more major stars have been confirmed for the Sziget Festival 2019. Post Malone, Franz Ferdinand, Son Lux, Years&Years and other attractive acts have just been announced to appear at Budapest’s biggest summer extravaganza, taking place between 7-13 August.
Stars named for Balaton Sound 2019 Hungary’s biggest music festival outside Budapest, Balaton Sound, has just announced a second round of headliners for its 2019 event. Artists include Brit-nominated UK singer Jess Glynne, rap star G-Eazy and big-name trance DJ Armin van Buuren. The Chainsmokers return to Balaton Sound after last year’s successful set, Alex Pall and Drew Taggart having just released Sick Boy, an album of singles issued throughout 2018. A set by legendary Dutch DJ Tiësto will crown opening night, while London drum ‘n’ bass band Rudimental close the whole shebang. Balaton Sound, Zamárdi, 3-7 July
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The Eurovision Song Contest 2019 picks up steam
Explore the diversity of German beer
The artists and their entourages are now in Tel Aviv
The beers Andre Gifkens and Robyn Anderson of Berlin selected for their specialty store Lager Lager cover a wide range of styles, strengths and flavors. Not all of them conform to the Purity Law, which is why the word "beer" is missing from some labels. Some of
Think German beer and you might think of lager and the "Purity Law," which was enacted 503 years ago on April 23, 1516. But thereʼs a lot more to German brew than barley, hops and water!
them are produced by big companies; others are craft beers brewed by entrepreneurs without corporate backing. All of them are delicious. We start on the tangy, low-alcohol, refreshing side. Weisse is a wheat beer dating from the 17th century and often drunk with fruit syrup. What gives the drink in its pure form a characteristic sourness is the addition of the bacteria lactobacillus. Friedrich the Great of Prussia learned how to brew it, and Napoleon allegedly dubbed it the "champagne of the North."
As the city prepares to receive thousands of guests, rehearsals have begun on the Expo grounds. "Weʼll insure that people have a fabulous time," promised Eytan Schwartz, head of public relations for the city of Tel Aviv. Equipping the city for thousands of visitors was a major logistic challenge. Then thereʼs that other problem: buses donʼt run on the Sabbath. In their stead, Schwartz organized free shuttles. One sleepless night fewer for the organizers inTel Aviv,with rockets potentially fired from the Gaza Strip never far from anyoneʼs mind. But every precaution is being taken
to ban any kind of problem here in the coming days. More than just a competition held in Israel, this year the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) is an opportunity to project a different image of the country: open to the world, queer, happy, colorful and tolerant. A counter-proposal to the world of ultra-Orthodox Jews and their strict mores; a microcosm where controversial settlement policies and conflicts with Palestinians arenʼt part of the picture.
Find vegan beers, Baileys and brandy at new Budapest pub
Donʼt expose babies to
Szabad Bistro is a welcome venture for vegans in Budapest looking to eat and drink in a casual environment. Besides focusing on food free from meat and dairy products, here beer and even Baileys are prepared according to vegan guidelines. The newly opened Szabad Bistro breaks away from this trend by featuring a strong line of drinks that haven’t been in contact with animal products, such as gelatine, during the manufacturing process. You can ask for different types of craft beers, pálinka and Baileys made with almond milk. 4
Sweet talk and laughter — German sayings involving forests and trees
electronic screens, says WHO
Children under 12 months old should not be exposed to electronic screens at all, according to the World Health Organization. Parents were urged to ensure kids get enough exercise to encourage good habits later in life.
They also have a host of wonderful sayings and phrases revolving around forests and trees, with one that involves shouting into the woods.
Evergreens are part and parcel of German forests — and their language. Wald, the German term for forest, or Baum (tree), are words that crop up in many everyday German sayings and phrases. Some expressions are selfexplanatory, like not seeing the forest for the trees. Others, like "einen Ast lachen" (literally, laugh a branch), which means to be convulsed with laughter, and "Süssholz raspeln" (literally, grating licorice root), which means sweet-talking someone, may sound a bit odd to non-native ears. Click on the above picture gallery for more German phrases that utilize the terminology — and imagery — of the forest. And when youʼre done, check out more articles in theMeet The Germans seriesto find more about German culture, language and lifestyle.
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Space mice — NASAʼs rodent astronauts This most recent experiment is far from the first rodent space mission
NASA has sent mice to the ISS to learn more about the effects of microgravity and how humans would fare on long space trips like voyages to Mars. The International Space Station (ISS) has seen many interesting experiments. Fromgrowing lettuce in spacetostudying twins (one in space and one on Earth) to compare the different developments their bodies went through. One study carried out by NASA doesnʼt involve human subjects, but animal ones: the researchers sent mice up to the ISS to see how organisms react to microgravity. "Since the environment of space alters multiple, interacting biological systems — including bones, muscles, the heart, blood flow, and
the immune system – sometimes it is better to study everything at once in the entire organism," NASA states on their "rodent research" site. "This can be achieved by working with research model organisms, such as mice and other rodents." While it might not seem like it at first glance, humans and mice actually have quite a lot in common, which makes the little rodents perfect guinea pigs, so to speak. Another plus is miceʼs faster development, so effects of microgravity can be studied on a shorter timescale.
What Hollywood movies do to perpetuate racial stereotypes In recent years, there has been increased attention onracismandsexismin Hollywood films, which can be reflected in who acts in front of the camera, who directs behind it and how people are represented on-screen — and often all three. To illustrate how stereotypes have developed in Hollywood, DW analyzed tropes used in more than 6,000 Oscar-eligible movies since 1928. Hollywood history provides many examples of racist caricatures. Black and Asian people have been repeated targets. Take the 1961 Audrey Hepburn movie Break‐ fast at Tiffanyʼs and the bucktoothed Mr. Yunioshi, whosestereotypical "Engrish" accent was intended to mock Japanese people. He is notori-
ous, and there are so many more examples. "Racism, in the form of job exclusion and racially stereotyped roles, has defined the Hollywood film industry since its birth in the early 1900s," the sociologist Nancy Wang Yuen writes in her book, Reel Inequal‐ ity: Hollywood Actors and Racism. Indeed, Asian characters in the early days of Hollywood mostly appeared in the form of racist cliches — either as mysterious, menacing villains or as laughable caricatures such as Mr. Yunioshi. In addition to everything else, that character is played by the entirely white American actor Mickey Rooney, thus making it an example of yellowface: a non-Asian person impersonating an Asian person.
Beethoven House closes ahead of composerʼs anniversary year Strolling down the Bonngasse, the street where the Beethoven House is located, one could easily overlook the humble facade were it not for the tourist groups that cluster outside. For many, treading the squeaky wooden floors that were once walked upon by Ludwig van Beethoven himself is an emotional moment, particularly when they gaze into the cordoned-off "birth room," empty save for a bust of Beethoven on a pedestal. From February 28, the room where the infant Beethoven is said to have entered the world — probably with a loud cry — and the house his family lived in wonʼt ever be the same. The Beethoven House is closing for several months, the permanent exhibition being given a thorough workover and the facilities expanded.
Hungary promises help for Notre-Dame reconstruction
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The grass is always greener – the National Museum garden reopens AFTER A MAJOR REVAMP, THE GARDENS AT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM HAVE REOPENED, PROVIDING THE PERFECT SPOT TO BASK IN THE FIRST RAYS OF SPRING SUNSHINE. NEW BENCHES AND WATER FEATURES SIT AMID URBAN GREENERY, FIVE MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC HUB ASTORIA.
Hungary is showing support and solidarity as Paris prepares to rebuild Notre-Dame following the horrific fire that swept through the iconic cathedral on Monday. While the mayor of Budapest has promised funds for its reconstruction, the southern city of Szeged, devastated by floods in 1879, pledged €10,000 and set up a donation initiative. After the promise by French president Emmanuel Macron to rebuild NotreDame within five years, big names such as Apple, L’Oréal, Chanel and Dior have all chipped in to a fund so far totalling a billion dollars. Hungarians have also showed themselves more than willing to be involved.
After a major revamp, the gardens at the National Museum have reopened, providing the perfect spot to bask in the first rays of spring sunshine. New benches and water features sit amid urban greenery, five minutes from downtown traffic hub Astoria.In addition to its historical importance as the gathering place for Hungary’s 1848 Uprising against its Habsburg overlords, the garden at the National Museum is a popular hangout for lunch breaks, lazy afternoons and dates. By the summer, small fountains and water features will complete the picture, while two drinking fountains are already in place. Renovation is not yet officially over, as the side nearest Pollack Mihály tér is still being worked on, with a café due to open soon.
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Virgil van Dijk votes for rival Raheem Sterling as PFA player of the year
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has voted for Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling as his PFA player of the year, and said title rivals City had several candidates for his vote. Van Dijk has been a key part of a Liverpool side boasting the divisionʼs best defensive record this season. Meanwhile, 24-year-old ex-Reds forward Sterling has scored 15 times for City. "I did what I thought and I thought he deserves it," said Van Dijk, with players unable to vote for team-mates. "Heʼs had a fantastic season. I could have voted for Bernardo Silva as well, and another couple of players from City.
Man Utd 0-2 Man City: Pep Guardiola urges side to stay calm
Manchester Cityʼs players must remain calm after their derby victory if they are to retain the Premier League title, says manager Pep Guardiola. Goals from Bernardo Silva and Leroy Sane gave City a 2-0 win at Manchester United to move above Liverpool at the top of the table. City will retain the title if they win their last three league matches. "Weʼre still not champions with three games left," said Guardiola, whose side have one point more than Liverpool. "I told the players donʼt read tomorrow, donʼt watch the television, just rest and sleep a lot and go in there against Burnley [on Sunday]. "We go to Burnley and we know how tough it will be. Itʼs important to be calm." 6
Aleksandar Kolarovʼs free kick stunner secures Serbia win over Costa Rica A brilliant second half free kick from captain Aleksandar Kolarov led Serbia to a deserved win over Costa Rica. Serbia were wasteful in front of goal but did enough to secure three vital points in Group E. Another World Cup day, another sublime freekick. If Cristiano Ronaldo’s ice-cold effort tosnatch a point against arch-rivals Spain on day two was the current goal of the tournament front-runner, the Portuguese may have just met his match. Aleksandar Kolarov, take a bow. A combination of poor finishing and sublime goalkeeping had kept the scores level until Serbia’s no.11 produced his moment of magic. Kolarov’s powerful left foot is no secret, but few inside the stadium would have expected such a thunderous strike when the Roma defender stood over a free kick midway through the second half. His shot was unstoppable; a side-footed missile which screamed into the top corner of the Costa Rica net. Kaylor Navas, who kept his team in the game with several crucial saves either side of half time, was nowhere near it.
Naomi Osaka beats Hsieh Suwei to reach quarter-finals Stuttgart Open:
World number one Naomi Osaka began her clay-court season with a straight-set victory over Hsieh Su-wei at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart. World number one Naomi Osaka began her clay-court season with a straight-set victory over Hsieh Suwei at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart.The Japanese, wholost to Taiwanʼs Hsiehat the Miami Open in March, won 6-4
6-3 to reach the quarter-finals. The victory ensures Osaka will retain the world number one ranking for at least another week. Osaka will face Donna Vekic next after the Croat overcame Russiaʼs Daria Kasatkina 6-1 7-5.
Mo Farah & Haile Gebrselassie in dispute over alleged theft Four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah and Haile Gebrselassie are involved in a dispute over an alleged theft at a hotel belonging to the Ethiopian athletics great in Addis Ababa. The Briton said he had money, a watch and two phones taken from his room, and that Gebrselassie did not help him. "I was just disappointed with Haile," said 36-year-old Farah. Gebrselassie, 46, responded by accus-
ing Farah of "blackmail" and "defaming" his reputation and business. Farah made the claims at the media preview event of Sundayʼs London Marathon. "Just to be honest, itʼs Haile who owns the hotel and when you stay for three months in that hotel, it was very disappointing to know that someone who has that hotel and that kind of support couldnʼt do nothing," said Farah, who had been training in Ethiopia.