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Daily Bulletin 03.08.2017 | 18:30 UTC
News
Iran sanctions: Tehran accuses US of sabotaging nuclear deal
Iran has complained that new US sanctions against it are an effort to sabotage its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers. Tehran said it would not be drawn into a trap, but warned it would respond in a "smart" way.
United States
Donald Trump backs 'devastating' curb of legal immigration
The US president has described the RAISE Act as the "most significant" immigration reform in half a century. But Republicans and activists have criticized it, with some saying it reflects a "white nationalist agenda."
German supermarkets ban Dutch eggs over poison scare
Two supermarket chains in Germany have decided to halt the sale of eggs from the Netherlands amid fears they may have been contaminated with insecticide. Dutch farmers say the move is nothing more than "fearmongering."
Oscar Pistorius taken to hospital with chest pains, reports say
Oscar Pistorius has been taken to hospital for overnight observation. The South African athlete, who is serving a six-year jail term for the murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, was reportedly suffering chest pains.
French anti-nepotism reform
France to ban politicians from hiring immediate relatives
The draft legislation stems from an election scandal over conservative ex-prime minister Francois Fillon. If passed, politicians who break the rules could face jail time.
Sports
Barcelona say Neymar's 222 million euro release clause has been paid
Just hours after La Liga refused to accept Neymar's transfer, Barcelona released a statement saying that the Brazilian striker's release clause had been paid. As a result, Neymar is no longer a Barcelona player.
Spain's La Liga refuses to accept release-clause payment for Neymar
Spain's top football league has attempted to block what appears to be the imminent transfer of Barcelona star Neymar to Paris Saint-Germain. If completed, the transfer would be the most expensive in football history.
Women's Euro 2017: Two favorites in one semifinal
The 2017 Women's Euro has been a huge success on and off the pitch. As the semifinals approach, the tournament gears up towards a record-breaking finish. But who will be left standing at the end of it all?
Longtime heavyweight boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko retires
Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko has announced that he is retiring from the sport. This means he will not attempt to recover the title from Anthony Joshua.
Julian Reus: 'I hope things change when Usain Bolt is gone'
Jamaican superstar Usain Bolt is set to run his final individual race on Saturday at the IAAF World Championships in London. Among those he will be competing against is Germany's Julian Reus.
Germany
Germany wants action on 'doctor-hopping' and child abuse
Politicians are considering giving physicians more leeway in sharing information about possible child abuse cases. The move might compromise rules of confidentiality - but it could also save lives.
Newsletters & Co.
On the road to the German election
Germans are heading to the polls this September. Discover what the elections in Germany mean to Germany, Europe and the world with our online special: Germany Decides.
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.
Environment
Living Planet: Tourism - paradise lost or found?
Belize has to choose between ecotourism and agriculture, Galapagos' biodiversity is under threat and Bali is caught between conservation and island development.

 
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