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German state owned broadcaster

Deutsche Welle, commonly shortened to DW, is a German public, state-owned international broadcaster funded by the German federal tax budget. The service is available in 32 languages. DW's satellite television service consists of channels in German, English, Spanish, Hindi, Persian, and Arabic. The work of DW is regulated by the Deutsche Welle Act, stating that content is intended to be independent of government influence. DW is a member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).

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Mersin Mayor Seçer Elected as New Vice President of Türkiye's Union of Municipalities

Following the arrest of Adana Mayor Zeydan Karalar, Mersin Mayor Vahap Seçer was elected as the new vice president of Türkiye's Union of Municipalities (TBB) on July 11th, 2024, after a three-round vote, amidst concerns over the ongoing crackdown on opposition party mayors.

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Brazil Protests US Tariff Threat, Proposes Negotiations Amid Trade Dispute

The Brazilian government protested a US threat to impose a 50% tariff on all Brazilian exports starting August 1st, citing a $410 billion trade deficit over 15 years and proposing negotiations despite a simultaneous US investigation into alleged unfair Brazilian trade practices.

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US Investigates Brazil's Trade Practices, Targeting Pix Payment System

The U.S. launched an investigation into Brazil's trade practices, citing concerns over the Pix payment system's impact on American companies and alleging unfair practices regarding intellectual property and social media. Brazil defended Pix and proposed negotiations, while facing additional tariffs ...

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Germany's Fertility Rate Hits Record Low in 2024

Germany's fertility rate fell to a near two-decade low of 1.35 children per woman in 2024, a 2% drop from 2023, with the rate among German citizens hitting a record low of 1.23, raising concerns about long-term demographic impacts.

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Burkina Faso Dissolves Independent Electoral Commission

Burkina Faso's military government dissolved the independent electoral commission (CENI) in April 2024, transferring electoral organization to the Ministry of Territorial Administration to limit foreign influence and control electoral spending, raising concerns about the fairness of future elections...

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IDB Approves $10 Billion Support Package for Argentina

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $10 billion financial support package for Argentina from 2025 to 2028, aiming to reduce poverty and boost private investment through fiscal reforms and economic liberalization, with disbursements contingent on program execution.

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German Rail Crisis: Direct Train Service to Switzerland Suspended Due to Delays

Due to widespread delays in German trains since 2022, Swiss Railways suspended direct train service from Germany on four routes, requiring passengers to change trains in Basel; this decision highlights decades of underinvestment in German rail infrastructure and the resulting operational crisis.

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Portugal Tightens Immigration Laws, Impacting Brazilians

Portugal's parliament approved a new anti-immigration law restricting family reunification for immigrants and tightening citizenship requirements, impacting Brazilians who previously benefited from more flexible policies; a further bill targeting citizenship is expected in September.

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Challenges Mount for UN Climate Talks Amidst Global Crises

Brazilian diplomat Andre Correa do Lago will lead the UN's COP30 climate talks in the Amazon, facing challenges from global conflicts, economic priorities, and Brazil's own fossil fuel policies, despite escalating climate-related disasters.

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Slow Ratification of African Free Movement Protocol Hinders AfCFTA Implementation

Only four of 32 signatory African nations have ratified the 2018 Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, delaying the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) due to security concerns, lack of harmonized border systems, and potential revenue loss from visa fees.

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Uganda's Border Opening, Lubanga's Exile Expose Regional Tensions

Thomas Lubanga, a Congolese exile in Uganda, claims persecution for exposing corruption, coinciding with Uganda's opening of the Bunagana border under M23 rebel control, prompting Congo's demand for explanations and raising concerns about Ugandan support for armed groups.

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Zuckerberg Faces Trial Over Cambridge Analytica Data Misuse

A Delaware court trial commenced Wednesday against Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and executives, addressing Cambridge Analytica's misuse of millions of Facebook users' data for political purposes in the 2016 US election, resulting in a $5 billion FTC fine and a current lawsuit seeking further financial r...

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