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| Compiled on August 16, 2012, 06:42 PM CET |
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Rocky Relationship
Attraction and Repulsion Define French-German Relations Together, Germany and France have long been viewed as the motor of European integration. In the midst of the economic crisis, however, old suspicions and rivalries between Europe's two key nations are being reawakened. Once again, the German approach has France's intellectuals mystified -- and the tone is getting sharper. |
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Strange Bedfellows
The Ex-Jihadist Who Embraced France's Far Right Omar Djellil, the son of Algerian immigrants, has been a gang member, a soldier, a Jihadist and a Socialist. But now he is a hesitant backer of France's right-wing Front National party. What drives a Muslim immigrant into the arms of Islamophobes? |
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Desperation in Spain
One Mayor's Hunger Strike against Austerity Austerity measures have dealt a tough blow to Spain's economy. But one mayor of a small Spanish community has decided to fight back. For two months he has been on a hunger strike in front of the Ministry of Industry in Madrid. His protest is the product of desperation. |
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The European Way of Life
German Foreign Ministers Make a Plea for the Euro With skepticism over the euro growing in Germany, several of the country's past foreign ministers are planning an appearance to express their clear support for the common currency. The unusual nonpartisan move comes as Germans become increasingly skeptical of efforts to save the euro. |
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No Money, No Plan, No Opening Date
More Delays and Chaos for Berlin's New Airport The opening of Berlin's new airport is likely to be delayed yet again. There are still problems with fire protection systems, and it is unclear who will end up paying for the project's immense cost overruns. The prestige facility may not open its doors until next fall. |
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Energy Revolution Hiccups
Grid Instability Has Industry Scrambling for Solutions Sudden fluctuations in Germany's power grid are causing major damage to a number of industrial companies. While many of them have responded by getting their own power generators and regulators to help minimize the risks, they warn that companies might be forced to leave if the government doesn't deal with the issues fast. |
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A 'Fundamental Human Right'
Ecuador Grants Assange Political Asylum Ecuador on Thursday said it would grant political asylum to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who has been holed up in the country's embassy in London for weeks now. Britain says it still intends to extradite the whistleblower to Sweden, where he faces questioning over allegations of sexual offenses. |
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Shadowy Silhouettes
Artist Reveals the Dark Side of Merkel Japanese artist Kumi Yamashita specializes in designing silhouette portraits with shadows cast by folded paper, carved wood or aluminum. She recently made one of German Chancellor Angela Merkel and spoke with SPIEGEL ONLINE about her techniques. |
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