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Daily Bulletin 21.06.2017 | 18:30 UTC
News
Brussels attacker: Bomb making materials found in home
Belgium's prosecutor says the man behind a bombing at Brussels central station may have supported the "Islamic State" extremist group. Investigators also found materials used to make explosives in the 36-year-old's home.
Saudi Arabia's next-in-line: a hawk and economic reformer
Mohammed bin Salman has been named heir to the Saudi throne. His pursuit of economic reforms and aggressive foreign policy could shape Saudi Arabia and the region for decades.
German tennis star Boris Becker declared bankrupt
Former tennis world No. 1 Boris Becker has been declared bankrupt at a High Court hearing in London. The German tennis champion failed to pay a long-standing debt.
NATO jet approaches Russian defense minister's plane
A NATO fighter jet has flown up to a plane carrying Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu over the Baltic Sea, Russian news agencies reported. It's the third such incident in as many days.
France
French cabinet: Two more ministers resign
In a dramatic week for French politics, Macron's parliamentary election victory has been followed by the resignation of four cabinet ministers. A government spokesperson said the departures would "simplify things."
Middle East
US shoots down 'pro-Syrian regime' drone amid rising tensions
The Iranian-made drone had displayed "hostile intent" while approaching an allied outpost, the US-led coalition reported. The coalition said it would not "tolerate any hostile intent and action of pro-regime forces."
Germany
Liberal mosque in Berlin draws criticism
Men and women pray side-by-side, and there's a female imam who doesn't even wear a headscarf. For many in the Islamic world, these things are inconceivable. A new liberal mosque in Berlin has been causing a stir.
Sports
Confederations Cup
Ronaldo goal puts Portugal past hosts Russia
Tax allegations or no, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered the goods early as Portugal bested Russia in their Confederations Cup game. With their first win, Portugal leapfrog Russia in Group A.
Confederations Cup
Löw plans on ter Stegen against Chile, plus 'three or four changes'
Joachim Löw says he's considering changes, but not a wholesale revamp for Germany's Confederations Cup game against bookmakers' favorites Chile. One of those changes will be between the sticks.
Tedesco unveiled at Schalke: 'It won't be a one-man show'
Another summer, another new head coach for Schalke to unveil. Domenico Tedesco has spoken to the media for the first time since having been appointed as the Gelesenkirchen club's new bench boss.
Newsletters & Co.
Our viewer's travel video competition
Do you like to travel and do you always take your camera with you? Then why not enter our video competition and win a DW travel-pack for your next summer holiday.
Transmedia: The way forward?
Join renowned transmedia producer Jeff Gomez and media representatives from across Asia for an intriguing and interactive discussion on new trends that will be changing how audiences around the world understand media.
Saving the environment starts with people
Meet the Kenyan eco-ambassadors from DW's popular environmental show Eco@Africa. Whether it is waste reduction or innovative ideas, these individuals set an example for how Africa can address its biggest eco-challenges.
World in Progress
World In Progress: Refugee tales
In time for World Refugee Day, find out just how difficult it is for refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo to be accepted in Canada, a country that's been praised for its open-door policy. Meet one of the only Syrian refugees who has managed to take refuge in Japan. And get to know Mohammad, a boy who's had to grow up in a refugee camp.

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