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Daily Bulletin 14.08.2017 | 18:30 UTC
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Donald Trump condemns right-wing extremists after days of silence
The US president had been under growing pressure, including from within his own party, to condemn right-wing extremist groups. His new comments came two days after he said all sides were to blame for the violence.
China suspends North Korean iron, seafood imports over missile tests
China has announced a ban on imports of coal, iron ore, lead and seafood from North Korea. The measures are part of new UN sanctions aimed to punish Pyongyang after it tested two intercontinental missiles.
Asia
North Korea's missile program linked to Soviet technology, says report
Pyongyang's ICMB technology has advanced at unprecedented speeds due to the acquisition of Soviet missile systems built in Ukraine, said experts. They warned the "window of opportunity will soon close" without action.
Hundreds feared dead in Sierra Leone mudslide
Hundreds of people are believed to have died after a mudslide flattened dozens of houses on the outskirts of Freetown. Sierra Leone's official coroner has said more than 200 bodies have already brought into the morgue.
WHO: Yemen cholera infections exceed 500,000
The World Health Organization reports that Yemen's cholera outbreak has infected more than 500,000 people since April. Nearly 2,000 people have died.
Gabriel: Merkel, CDU have become puppets in Trump's hands
Germany's foreign minister says Angela Merkel and the CDU are submitting to the belligerent budgetary demands of Donald Trump. Sigmar Gabriel says Germany's ruling party is forgoing social policy for military spending.
Justin Thomas wins PGA Championship, last golf major of 2017
The 24-year-old from Kentucky lived up to his billing as a great talent for the future in golf when he won his first major tournament at the PGA Championship in North Carolina. Two spectacular birdies sealed the win.
Business
Merck CEO quits Trump Council over Charlottesville remarks
Kenneth Frazier has resigned from the president's American Manufacturing Council, citing Trump's controversial response to a violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville. Trump was quick to denounce the move.
World
Hungary PM Viktor Orban aims to militarize the school system
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is moving to introduce compulsory military training in schools. It is a grim reminder of the country's totalitarian past that has raised fears of 'idealogical indoctrination.'
Sports
How will Germany's teams fare in Europe this season?
Bayern aim to become European champions for a sixth time, Leipzig take a step into the unknown and who knows what to expect from Dortmund. In the Europa League, Hertha and Cologne return to the continental stage.
What's new in the Bundesliga?
The Bundesliga has several changes in store for the new season. Fans will have new rules, new faces, new kickoff times and a couple of changes in terms of refereeing to get accustomed to. Here is an overview.
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.

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