Daily Bulletin | 07.08.2017, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 07.08.2017 | 18:30 UTC News North Korea refuses to stop nuclear weapon development, threatens US over sanctions North Korea has vowed that "under no circumstances" will it put its nuclear weapons on the negotiating table. Earlier, the North threatened to make the US pay "thousands of times" for drafting the latest sanctions. Will the new sanctions get North Korea back to the negotiating table? Steven Borowiec from Seoul Haley: 'The threat of an outlaw nuclearized North Korean dictatorship remains' China says N. Korea sanctions 'necessary' but urges dialogue ICBM tests force South Korea to get tough on North Which US cities could North Korea's ballistic missile hit? US pushes for new UN sanctions to slash North Korean export revenue Russia steps up North Korea support to constrain US In North Korea, journalism emerges from lies US and Russia chief diplomats show 'readiness' to talk despite escalating tensions South Africa's Jacob Zuma faces vote of no-confidence in secret ballot South African lawmakers will use a secret ballot in Tuesday's no-confidence vote against President Jacob Zuma. The secret ballot could embolden members of Zuma's African National Congress (ANC) who have their doubts. South Africa - unemployment in Capetown @dwnews - On Zuma's birthday, thousands of South Africans ask for his resignation South Africa - corrupt and increasingly poor South Africa's ruling ANC in crisis Moody's downgrades South Africa over politics, debt Anti-Zuma protests on S. Africa's Freedom Day South African parliament rejects no-confidence vote against President Zuma Opinion: Zuma on his last political mile South Africa's ANC 'must end corruption' to win back voters Petition against French First Lady gains momentum Over 200,000 people have signed a petition against the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron being given a formal position as the country's First Lady. This comes amid a rapid decline in the president's popularity. Macron party wins commanding majority Brigitte Macron: France's new première dame Brigitte Macron – The woman at his side France to ban politicians from hiring immediate relatives Poll shows France no longer so sweet on Emmanuel Macron French parliament adopts Macron's labor reform shakeup World In North Korea, journalism emerges from lies DW talks to Lee Sang Yong, the editor-in-chief of Daily NK, a South Korean online newspaper that sheds light on how state-run media in North Korea shape their version of the truth. What do you see on the news in North Korea? North Korea's reality hits home in South Increasingly desperate North Koreans defect to South Korea North Korea defector returns home calling South 'capitalist hell' Europe German police nab crooks with tighter anti-terror checks There are tighter passport controls across the EU this summer, aimed at keeping track of suspected terrorists. A side effect is that police have been able to catch up with other wanted criminals. EU to toughen up external border security in its fight against terrorism Sharp rise in Britons seeking German passports as Brexit looms EU Schengen controls to be lifted by November Cologne airport security failure raises questions about privatization Ukrainians can now enter the European Union visa-free Germany Germany Jaafar's view: Germany has a problem - frustrated young refugees The hostel residents had warned repeatedly about Ahmad A., but nothing was done. Now they feel misunderstood and distrust the authorities. It's an alarming development. How welcome are refugees today? How can integration be achieved? Hamburg knife attack: Federal prosecutors lead probe, say suspect had 'radical Islamist' motive Life as a newcomer: Arrival Tens of thousands of refugees turn to online portal 'InfoMigrants' for advice TOP STORIES SPD struggle to downplay lost regional majority Amid poor national poll numbers, the Social Democrats now have to face losing power in their stronghold of Lower Saxony. It's a potentially damaging distraction in the SPD's bid to unseat Chancellor Angela Merkel. SPD chancellor candidate fights uphill battle Lower Saxony premier says VW vetted Dieselgate speech What does the victory of Merkel's CDU in a regional election spell for Germany? Social Democrats rally for German election comeback Schulz, SPD sink as Merkel, CDU continue to dominate polls Stephan Weil takes reigns of center-left coalition in Lower Saxony Opposition's narrow win a boost in election year Sports Tour de France legend Alberto Contador announces plan to retire at the Vuelta The 34-year-old Spaniard is considered one of the best riders of his time, but despite the success, some will remember him for his 2012 doping scandal. Contador will park his bike after next month's Vuelta in Spain. Cycling champion insists he did not dope Tour de France star Contador suspended in doping investigation Spaniard Contador seals third Tour de France triumph Giro d'Italia: Contador wins second Italian title Bundesliga: Despite promotion, all is not well between Hannover 96 and some fans Hannover may not be well-known internationally, but the abandonment of a friendly in England has put the club in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. Tensions between club and some fans has dampened the joy of promotion. Hannover 96 condemn violence in Burnley Martin Kind to assume full control of Hannover 96 as supporters protest Augsburg boss concerned about Bundesliga's '50+1' rule amid Premier League boom 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.   © Deutsche Welle 2017