Daily Bulletin | 16.12.2017, 19:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 16.12.2017 | 19:30 UTC News Austria's conservatives and right-wing populists agree on coalition government The new chancellor of Austria, 31-year-old Sebastian Kurz, has given his right-wing Freedom Party (FPO) partners key appointments in the new cabinet. It signals a significant shift to the right. Right-wing rise in Austria: Threat for Europe? Austria's far right waits in the wings after Kurz victory 'Putin's friends' in Austria's right-wing FPÖ achieve strong election result Make Austria Great Again — the rapid rise of Sebastian Kurz Freedom Party of Austria - what you need to know Austrian far-right leader: Merkel is Europe's 'most dangerous woman' Austria's Sebastian Kurz assures pro-Europe government in deal with far-right party Jacob Zuma makes last major speech as ANC party head In his last speech as head of the ANC, South African President Jacob Zuma has admitted people are not happy with the state of the party. The race to succeed him is too close to call. Who is going to replace South African President Jacob Zuma as ANC party leader? Zuma corruption allegations: South African court rules to reinstate charges South Africa's power family, the Guptas: What you need to know South Africa High Court orders President Jacob Zuma to set up influence inquiry Defense German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen calls to extend Bundeswehr deployment abroad Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen has called for German troop deployment in Afghanistan, Mali and Iraq to be extended for a year. The current mandates are due to expire before the end of January. The German Military - Filling the Ranks Fighting Islamists - German deployment in Mali German army restarts training Iraqi Kurds, but future of mission in doubt Germany extends military missions, expecting long coalition talks German Defense Minister: Development in Mali 'a question of political processes' SPD's Martin Schulz announces preliminary German coalition talks 'Islamic State' is fighting with weapons made in the EU: study Indian politics Sonia Gandhi retires as son Rahul takes over India's National Congress party Sonia Gandhi has ended 19 years as head of India's National Congress party. Her successor, her son Rahul Gandhi accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of inciting "medieval" acts against minorities. India: Rahul Gandhi replaces Sonia Gandhi as Congress Party leader Narendra Modi - India's prime minister and populist India's Dalits outraged at increase in caste-motivated attacks One year after demonetization – Has India eliminated 'black money'? Rajiv Gandhi is unforgotten 20 years after his assassination Romanian former monarch King Michael given state funeral in Bucharest Thousands of people turned out for the state funeral attended by royalty from across Europe. Michael was best remembered for joining a coup in 1944 which resulted in Romania switching from the Nazi to the allied cause. Romania corruption: Ruling party chief Liviu Dragnea faces fresh probe In Romania thousands rally against proposal to water down corruption laws Romania: Anti-corruption protests held in dozens of cities Japan opens first drive-through funeral service Japan's rapidly ageing population means funerals are a booming business. Thanks to a new drive-through memorial service, mourners can now pay their last respects from the comfort of their cars. Abe's reforms to tackle Japan's ageing population issue Shrinking population remains 'key headwind' to Japan's growth Impact of Japan's shrinking population 'already palpable' Old age could be a fountain of trouble for Japan Germany Germany Germany's conservative CSU puts on 'Harmony Show' Horst Seehofer has been re-elected as Christian Social Union (CSU) leader and Markus Söder is to stand in the Bavarian election. But can a change of face at the top bring back voters? Kate Brady reports from Nuremberg. SPD's Martin Schulz announces preliminary German coalition talks Germany's conservative CDU and CSU: Happy together, for now CSU's Horst Seehofer to step down as Bavaria's premier CSU leadership change: Can Markus Söder renew Angela Merkel's struggling allies? Sports Christian Pulisic completes Dortmund's unconvincing comeback Borussia Dortmund have grabbed three valuable points against Hoffenheim, thanks to a late winner from Christian Pulisic. Hoffenheim had taken the lead and controlled much of the match, but couldn't take their chances. Borussia Dortmund – hoping to end the year on a high Bundesliga live: Borussia Dortmund vs. Hoffenheim Club World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo free kick seals third Real Madrid title A second half free kick from Cristiano Ronaldo secured a third Club World Cup win in four seasons for Real Madrid. The Portuguese superstar and his club have won almost every trophy going in 2017. Cristiano Ronaldo wins fifth Ballon d'Or Ronaldo double secures Real back-to-back Champions League titles Bundesliga: Sven Ulreich saves penalty as Thomas Müller seals win in Stuttgart A brilliant finish from substitute Thomas Müller and an injury time penalty save from Sven Ulreich helped Bayern Munich to exactly the type of win that has put them top. They lead the Bundesliga by 11 points. Bayern Munich part ways with coach Carlo Ancelotti Holger Badstuber leaves Bayern Munich to join Schalke on loan Jupp Heynckes to coach Bayern Munich until end of season   © Deutsche Welle 2017