| CHANGING THE SYSTEM An Outsider Takes on Political Corruption in Ukraine Ukraine's most popular politician lives far away from the country's capital. The mayor of Lviv is admired for his pragmatic approach to politics and for his refusal to do the president's bidding. Many believe he could soon bring his leadership style to Kiev. |
| THE AFD WEDGE Bavarian Conservatives Weigh Split from Merkel's CDU The rise of the right-wing populist AfD has driven a wedge between Merkel's Christian Democrats and their Bavarian sister party. The CSU is now threatening to go it alone, with officials saying they may campaign against the chancellor in the 2017 election. |
| 'I CAN HARDLY BREATHE HERE' German Refugee Shelters Face Sexual Assault Problem Cases of sexual assault in German refugee shelters are on the rise, with women and children facing the greatest danger. Despite pleas for help from the government, Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition has done little to offer additional protections. |
| 'DEATH AWAITS' Africa Faces Worst Drought in Half a Century The worst drought in half a century has stricken large parts of Africa -- a consequence of El Niño and high population growth. More than 50 million people are threatened by hunger and few countries have been hit as hard as Ethiopia. |
