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Daily Bulletin 11.09.2017 | 18:30 UTC
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Myanmar Rohingya crackdown: 'A textbook example of ethnic cleansing,' says UN
The UN's human rights chief has rebuked Myanmar for a "brutal security operation" against Rohingya Muslims. Over 300,000 Rohingya have fled to Bangladesh to escape violence in the country's Rakhine state.
Weather
Hurricane Irma weakens after leaving trail of destruction in Florida
Authorities in Florida are assessing damage in the wake of Hurricane Irma. Six million homes have been left without power.
Google challenges EU anti-trust fine
Google has launched a legal challenge to the 2.4-billion euro ($3-billion) fine imposed by the EU for favoring its own shopping service. The legal battle will prolong the internet giant's 7-year fight with the EU.
Turkey detains two more German nationals
Germany's Foreign Ministry has said two more German citizens have been arrested in Turkey. At least 12 German nationals are currently in Turkish prisons for what Berlin says are political reasons.
FDP migration proposal outlines new refugee status
If Free Democratic Party head Christian Lindner has his way, war refugees will have to leave Germany as soon as conflict ends. The proposal critiques Angela Merkel's CDU - though they may end up as political partners.
North Korea issues threat ahead of UN sanctions vote
North Korea has said the US will pay a heavy price if the UN Security Council passes a new round of sanctions against Pyongyang. If approved, the sanctions would be the toughest ever issued against North Korea.
Rafael Nadal wins third US Open in New York
Rafael Nadal overwhelmed his South African opponent Kevin Anderson to win his third US Open singles title at Flushing Meadows. He has confirmed his place at the top of the world rankings.
Germany
Do refugees travel to their home countries on vacation?
The German media has reported that refugees have been vacationing in the countries from where they fled persecution. How often has this happened, and what types of consequences exist for the refugees who do this?
Sports
Not all is well at Bayern ahead of Champions League opener
Comments made by striker Robert Lewandowski in a recent interview have not gone down well with management at Bayern Munich. The team is hoping that its first Champions League match of the season will help ease tensions.
IOC members have plenty to talk about as they gather in Lima
The IOC is meeting in Peru this week, with the highlight meant to be the announcement of the hosts for the 2024 and 2028 Olympics. But recent events may cause delegates to have more pressing issues on their minds.
Newsletters & Co.
A new way to see the news
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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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