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Daily Bulletin 09.08.2017 | 18:30 UTC
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Tillerson says no 'imminent threat' from Pyongyang
Americans should "sleep well at night" and not be concerned about North Korea's threat to target Guam, the US top diplomat Rex Tillerson said. Soon thereafter, President Trump praised the US nuclear arsenal on Twitter.
Donald Trump - Kim Jong Un 'war of words' timeline
The North Korean and US leaders have engaged in an escalating war of words in recent months. Tensions revolve around Pyongyang's developing missile and nuclear weapons programs. DW has the best quotes.
Suspect detained after car slams into soldiers in Paris suburb of Levallois-Perret
French authorities have shot and detained a man suspected of slamming his car into a group of soldiers in a Paris suburb, injuring six. The suspect was driving the same car he is thought to have used in the attack.
Kenya protests turn deadly after election
Kenyan police have fired live rounds at anti-government protesters in Nairobi, as unrest broke out in several cities over election results. Opposition leader Raila Odinga claims he has evidence the vote tally was hacked.
FBI raids former Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort's home
FBI agents have seized documents from the home of Paul Manafort, President Trump's former campaign chairman, his spokesman confirmed. The raid was part of an ongoing probe into Russian interference in the US election.
TOP STORIES
Guam - what you need to know
The North Korean army's claim that it was examining plans to attack Guam has put the spotlight on the tiny US territory in the Pacific. We examine why the island is so important to the United States.
Germany
Hamburg G20 riots: Polish man becomes first charged
A Polish hitchhiker has become the first person to be charged with any offense related to the G20 riots in Hamburg - for carrying marbles and firecrackers. However, he was not even at a demo when he was arrested.
Hate crimes against homosexuals on the rise in Germany
The number of crimes against gays and lesbians in Germany has increased by almost a third in the past year. Is a lack of action by politicians, police and schools to blame?
Sports
Isaac Makwala in 200m World semifinals after last minute reprieve
After he was controversially banned from competing in the 400m final on Tuesday, Botswanan Isaac Makwala thought his medal hopes were gone. But just hours after his quarantine ended he took to the track, alone.
Ousmane Dembele remains in Dortmund - but for how long?
There are growing signs that Borussia Dortmund are about to part company with talented young forward Ousmane Dembele for a tidy profit. There is also an indication that the player's thoughts may already be elsewhere.
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.
World
World in Progress: The story of the Koh-i-Noor diamond
Today, the legendary Koh-I-Noor diamond is part of the UK's Crown Jewels. The story of the diamond mirrors the history if South Asia. First discovered in medieval India, the diamond went on a chequered journey across countries and continents. It's a thrilling story of wars and wealth, treason and secrets - and about a curse, that's said to strike all male owners of the Koh-I- Noor.

 
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