Daily Bulletin | 14.05.2017, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 14.05.2017 | 18:30 UTC News NRW election Merkel's CDU unseats ruling SPD in crucial German state election Merkel's party has beaten out its rival Social Democrats from their stronghold in North Rhine-Westphalia, projections showed. NRW is seen as a test of national mood ahead of Germany's federal election in September. Voters go to polls in North Rhine-Westphalia Merkel plays local politics ahead of NRW vote North Rhine-Westphalia votes: What to look for in key German state election The fight for Germany begins here France's Macron takes power, now faces challenge of governing Emmanuel Macron has been inaugurated president of France on a day filled with pomp and ceremony. After a bold and unexpected rise to the top, he now faces the task of governing a polarized nation. Victory for Macron – Challenge for Europe? The state of the French economy French President-elect Macron's party preps reveal of candidates for parliamentary vote Time for Macron to get to work Macron's presidency: It's the economy, stupid! Macron taps France's Berlin ambassador as key adviser Macron's appointment of Philippe Etienne as top foreign policy adviser was met with applause in Berlin and Brussels. It signals Macron's pro-EU stance and the importance of Franco-German relations. France's Macron takes power, now faces challenge of governing Macron wants a New Deal for Europe Macron to visit Merkel in Berlin on Monday Germany's von der Leyen: Rename army barracks honoring WWII-era officers Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has said Germany must rename all barracks honoring WWII-era soldiers. The Bundeswehr has been engulfed in a series of scandals - from reports of sexual abuse to right-wing extremism. Germany terror arrest - Interview with Marc Lindemann, military analyst and a former Bundeswehr intelligence officer Germany arrests second soldier in far-right plot Germany promises army reforms after neo-Nazi terror plot Germany promises quick answer to soldier-refugee mystery What draws right-wing extremists to the military? Nazi memorabilia found in German army barracks, deepening Bundeswehr scandal German Defense Minister von der Leyen regrets slamming Bundeswehr Opinion: Attacking out of self-defense Global computer virus likely to wreak more havoc The program basically locked users out of their own files and demanded a $300 ransom to get their files back. US experts warned against paying the ransom as there is no guarantee the hackers will release the data. US Treasury Sectretary: Ransomware attack is a remainder of the importance of cybersecurity Spread of global cyberattack curbed - for now What is ransomware? Relentless bombing forces Syrian rebels and civilians from Damascus stronghold The relocation comes after a months' long bombing campaign by the Syrian military, with support from Russia and Iran. It's the last rebel stronghold in the capital, with many people being sent north to Idlib province. Syrian 'safe zone' deal comes into effect Syrian army and rebels trade rocket-fire in and around Damascus North Korea World leaders condemn North Korea missile test A medium-range ballistic missile test by North Korea on Sunday has drawn an international outcry. The White House described the rogue nation as "a flagrant menace" and demanded stonger sanctions. North Korea launches ballistic missile China's new Silk Road summit opens with major funding vision North Korea launches new missile, sparking anger across region North Korea would talk with US under the 'right conditions': Yonhap New South Korean President Moon sworn in and willing to visit North Korea Trump would be 'honored' to meet North Korea's leader Trump warns of potential 'major, major conflict' with North Korea Is a second Korean War imminent? World Greece That's rich: Turks seek escape to Greece With purges intensifying, rich Turks are mopping up real estate in Greece. Old tensions may loom, but the incentive for secular Turks is sweet: visa-free stay in an EU member state. Anthee Carassava reports from Athens. Greece: Living with austerity Greece rejects new extradition request for Turkish soldiers Greeks still hostile to reforms despite economic depression Foreclosed Greek homes go under the online hammer Sports Ice Hockey World Championship: Home cooking for Germany's NHL star He's here, and not a moment too soon. Leon Draisaitl has arrived in Germany and was on the ice for their win over Italy. Some home cooking on Mothers' Day could help him recover the energy lost in the NHL playoffs. Hamilton recovers from poor start to win Spanish Grand Prix After being overtaken on the first bend, Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton fought back to pass Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel and claim his second win of the season. Daniel Ricciardo was third in a race that wasn't short on incident. Hamilton pips Vettel to claim Spanish grand prix pole Formula 1: Hamilton clinches drivers' title with US win   © Deutsche Welle 2017