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Newsline 31.10.2017 | 17:15 UTC News Germany marks 500th anniversary of Protestant Reformation German leaders are meeting in Wittenberg to mark 500 years since Martin Luther began the Protestant Reformation. Alongside ceremonies, a church service and light show in Wittenberg, events are underway across Germany. How Martin Luther changed the world Luther, the Reformation and Women Luther in the US: Tattoos, Playmobil and the grace of God Opinion: Commemorating Luther's ongoing Reformation What would Martin Luther say? Bon mots for the Reformation The main differences between Catholics and Protestants How Martin Luther became the first Christian pop star Martin Luther's daring revolution: The Reformation 500 years on Brexit UK contributions to EU half the amount claimed by pro-Brexit camp In 2016, the funds paid to Brussels by Britain were about half what "Leave" campaign advocates claimed. EU contributions amounted to only 1.2 percent of UK government spending. Brexit: UK's Theresa May should 'accept reality,' says EU negotiator EU leaders disagree on Brexit progress at summit Brexit: Dinner leaks, Twitter spats and a plea for certainty UK economy unfazed by Brexit worries, for now Brexit: Why people are increasingly talking about the 'Norway model' Refugees in Germany waiting longer for asylum processing The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) has been struggling to process asylum applications. Could job losses at the office be the reason? Acceptance rates for asylum seekers vary between German states Germany refugee limit 'legally sound, ethically questionable' Migration: Angela Merkel's first hurdle to forming a coalition AfD, CDU, SPD: Where do German parties stand on refugees, asylum and immigration? German refugee agency unveils new asylum identity technology German refugee office falling behind in processing asylum requests Life as a newcomer: German language (Part 2) Bertelsmann study: Refugees welcome, but support needed Refugees in Germany: 'I want to integrate, but how?' World Is the Philippines' Duterte playing China against Japan? Although Tokyo offered financial support to Manila, Japan is in no position to rival China financially. Duterte knows this and is using the Beijing-Tokyo rivalry to his own advantage. Julian Ryall reports from Tokyo. Duterte: "I've seen America and it's lousy" Trump's upcoming Asia trip: Japan proposes plan to counter China Philippines' Duterte: 'Somebody has to talk to Kim Jong Un' Will Filipinos rise up against President Rodrigo Duterte? Philippines declares end to battle with Islamist militants in Marawi North Korea makes call for 'cutting edge Juche weapons' South China Sea - what you need to know Hague court finds against China, for Philippines, in South China Sea dispute Philippine President Duterte promises Japan support in South China Sea dispute Philippines rejects European development money as China fills the funding gap Philippines' Rodrigo Duterte: I will never visit 'lousy' US How Martin Luther influenced Martin Luther King Jr. That Martin Luther King Jr. bore the name of Martin Luther is the most obvious link between them. But the influence of the German reformer on the American civil rights leader was more profound than that. Wittenberg: In the footsteps of Martin Luther How Martin Luther became the first Christian pop star Martin Luther's daring revolution: The Reformation 500 years on Charlottesville, Donald Trump energize faith leaders commemorating Martin Luther King Preachers of prosperity: faith as business Bulgarians unfazed by anti-Roma hate speech from deputy prime minister Bulgaria's deputy prime minister, Valeri Simeonov, has been found guilty of hate speech against Roma — but has not been asked to step down. Prejudice against Roma is widespread in Bulgaria. Right-wing populist appointed integration minister in Bulgaria Poverty's the problem, not the Roma At home in Europe: Roma tell their story Waving off poverty in Bulgaria Roma attacked in Ukraine: Human rights activists call for dialogue Anti-Ziganism in focus on International Romani Day Bulgaria, Europe's 'most corrupt country,' cracks down - again Business Donald Trump to new Fed boss: You're hired! US President Trump is turning the announcement of a new Federal Reserve head into a reality TV experience like his show The Apprentice. But is it just a distraction from other problems? Jens Korte reports from New York. Made in Germany - The green economy in times of Trump First charges in Trump Russia investigation Who gets the top job at the Fed? Decaying infrastructure taking a toll on America Ex-Fed chief Bernanke 'appalled' at decision to replace Hamilton on $10 bill US Fed chair defends post-crisis banking reforms What Robert Mueller's indictments of former Trump campaign officials mean for the president Trump likely to pick Powell as new US Fed chair US Fed Vice Chairman Stanley Fischer resigns Newsletters & Co. Nico's Weg – German made easy Using this innovative German E-learning course, beginners are sure to advance quickly. At a desktop or on a smartphone, Nico's Weg will help everyone learning German reach their destination.   © Deutsche Welle 2017