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London fire: 58 missing people presumed dead after Grenfell Tower disaster
Police said the nearly 60 people still missing after this week's fire are presumed dead. UK Prime Minister May has come under withering attack for initially meeting with local officials but failing to meet with victims.
Bill Cosby sexual assault trial ends in mistrial for US comedian-actor
The jury deliberated for more than 52 hours over six days but was hopelessly deadlocked on Cosby's guilt or innocence.The judge declared a mistrial, but prosecutors quickly vowed to retry the case before another jury.
Afghan soldier attacks US troops near Mazar-i-Sharif
At least three US troops were injured when an Afghan soldier opened fire at a military base in northern Afghanistan. The incident comes as the US is expected to deploy an additional 4,000 troops to the war-torn country.
France's election marathon enters final stretch as overseas territories vote
Voting has opened for France's overseas territories in the second round of parliamentary elections. The run-off votes, to take place in mainland France on Sunday, are expected to herald a landslide for Emmanuel Macron.
World
Saudi blogger Raif Badawi marks five years in prison
The journalist Raif Badawi has been in prison for five years. His crime was writing critically about politics and society in Saudi Arabia. The fight for his release goes on.
Kenya
Kenyatta-Odinga presidential fight intensifies in Kenya
As in 2013, the race for Kenya's presidency is between Uhuru Kenyatta and opposition leader Raila Odinga. Polls show that Kenyatta, now the incumbent, is leading, but the margin is declining as political tensions rise.
Culture
'Cultural sovereign' Helmut Kohl built an unlikely legacy
Helmut Kohl initiated a large number of national artistic institutions that changed Germany's cultural landscape. The government's art expenditures trebled under Kohl's 1982-1998 tenure as chancellor.
Newsletters & Co.
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.

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