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Around the Globe 02.06.2017 | 16:00 UTC
Freedom of Speech
Women 'must speak out' on Ugandan social media
A female academic in Uganda was arrested last month after she criticized the president and his minister wife. Journalist Lindsey Kukunda wonders whether the negative reactions to her views were because she's a woman.
Paris climate deal: What does the US pullout mean for Africa?
President Trump's controversial decision isn't all bad news for the African continent, as many countries seek to be self-reliant in terms of climate change adaptation and move closer towards a clean energy industry.
green cities
Oslo is Europe's Green Capital 2019 - finally
After Stockholm and Copenhagen, another Scandinavian city has won the title European Green Capital, honoring green urban achievements. It is the third time Norway's capital Oslo was shortlisted.
Netherlands
DNA tests allowed in IVF doctor scandal, Dutch court rules
A doctor who claimed to have fathered 60 children has become the center of an IVF scandal in the Netherlands. Even after his death, the man has been accused of using his own sperm during the complex process.
Imprisoned German national in Turkey receives consular visit
Diplomats have been allowed access to a German national in prison in Turkey for the first time since her arrest last month. Mesale Tolu is accused of supporting terror groups - as are many other journalists in Turkey.
Philippines - Black flags and smoke engulf Mindanao
Conflict has been raging in the southern part of the Philippines between government troops and Islamists who have sworn allegiance to IS. The fighting reflects a change in strategy by the militant groups, say experts.
Greece moves migrants out of old Athens airport
Greek police have launched an operation to relocate hundreds of migrants from an improvised camp in an old Athens airport. The area, which also includes Olympic venues, is set for a large redevelopment project.
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