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Daily Bulletin 03.09.2017 | 18:30 UTC
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Germany Decides
+++ Angela Merkel and Martin Schulz in TV duel ahead of Germany's election - live updates +++
The leaders of Germany's two biggest parties are going head to head on TV for the only time ahead of the September 24 vote. Merkel and Schulz are sparring on topics ranging from migration to foreign policy.
North Korea claims successful hydrogen bomb test
The UN Security Council is to hold an emergency meeting to discuss an international response to North Korea's nuclear test. Calls for tougher sanctions have come from Europe, the US and Japan.
Hydrogen vs atomic bomb: What's the difference?
North Korea has claimed significant advances in testing a thermonuclear bomb. But how is it different to an atomic bomb? DW takes a look at the fundamental differences between two of history's most destructive weapons.
Frankfurt evacuates thousands to defuse World War II bomb
Experts have defused a World War Two bomb in Frankfurt after the largest evacuation in Germany since 1945. More than 60,000 people had to leave their homes as the device was made safe.
Israeli police make six arrests over ThyssenKrupp 'Submarine Affair'
Testimony from the former representative of German firm ThyssenKrupp has led to arrests in Israel over corruption allegations. Germany said it would not sign off on the deal until the investigation was complete.
United Kingdom
Brexit negotiator dismisses EU's 'silly' remarks on progress
The EU has called for the UK to start "negotiating seriously" ahead of the looming March 2019 deadline. But the UK's chief negotiator has dismissed Brussels' concerns, saying it looked "a bit silly."
Sports
Abusive chants and Nazi slogans at Germany games - who, what and why?
Germany's victory over the Czech Republic on Friday night was overshadowed by derogatory chants and Nazi slogans from the stands. What exactly was sung in Prague, by whom and why? DW explains.
Joachim Löw to ring the changes as Germany seek early qualification
While Germany's record in Group C has been perfect, their performance on Friday was anything but. Coach Joachim Löw will make changes against Norway on Monday with his side on the brink of qualifying for World Cup 2018.
Tennis
Rafael Nadal criticizes US Open for delaying Fabio Fognini ban for sexist abuse
Rafael Nadal has criticized organizers of the US Open for the delay in suspending Fabio Fognini for directing obscene sexist language towards a female umpire. It's not the first time Fognini has been in trouble.
Lewis Hamilton wins Italian Grand Prix to overtake Sebastian Vettel
Lewis Hamilton led from the front to secure a straightforward victory and take the lead in the driver's championship for the first time this year. Sebastian Vettel was a distant third while the Red Bulls impressed.
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.

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