Daily Bulletin | 01.01.2018, 19:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 01.01.2018 | 19:30 UTC News German FM Sigmar Gabriel urges Iran to respect people's right to protest German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel has called on authorities and protesters in Iran to exercise restraint. Protests have broken out again in Iran after 10 people were killed in clashes the night before. More deaths in Iran as protests continue – AFP correspondent Eric Randolph Rouhani: 'Criticizing and protesting should be done constructively' Iranian authorities threaten to come down hard on protesters: Eric Randolph (AFP) from Tehran Iranian crisis deepens as 10 killed overnight Iran warns of crackdown as 200 protesters arrested Iran's Rouhani: We accept protesters' anger over economy Iran protests: Regime supporters out in force Iran nuclear deal lifts hope for reforms at home Iran in 2009: A year of social upheaval and international defiance Pope Francis highlights plight of refugees in 2018 New Year's address Pope Francis has used his annual World Day of Peace address in the Vatican to "give voice" to the world's migrants and refugees most in need. Defending migrant rights has become a key theme of his papacy. South Asia expert Sandra Petersmann on the Pope's visit to Bangladesh Pope Francis urges Europe to help migrants Pope Francis wraps up diplomatically charged Asia trip with upbeat speech Opinion: The pope is visiting a minefield in Myanmar Pope Francis speaks out against nationalism in Europe Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh appeal to Pope Francis Pope Francis bemoans 2017 as a year of war, lies and injustice Germany: Shop Until You Drop? Germany: Revelers enjoy largely peaceful New Year's festivities Germany rang in 2018 relatively peacefully amid heightened security and measures to protect women from sexual harassment. However, some clashes with police, firework deaths and harassment incidents were reported. Merkel urges Germans to come together in 2018 New Year celebrations around the world ring in 2018 Germany beefs up security ahead of New Year celebrations Countries around the world ring in New Year 2018 Berlin Christmas market attack: 'We weren't prepared' New Year's Eve: Are fireworks harming the environment? Parliamentary report: Police could have prevented Cologne New Year's Eve attacks 'Safety zone' for women in Berlin during New Year festivities Cologne police's New Year's Eve security tactics spark political debate in Germany Countries around the world ring in New Year 2018 DW tracked celebrations around the world as people welcome in the New Year. It started in the Pacific before moving to Asia, Africa, and Europe, all with dazzling firework displays. World welcomes in 2018 World leaders outline challenges for 2018 Germany beefs up security ahead of New Year celebrations 2017 ends with planners seeing to security and fun Berlin welcomes 2018 Berlin rings in 2018 Angela Merkel calls on Germans to respect political differences in New Year's address 'Safety zone' for women in Berlin during New Year festivities Australian parliament passes same-sex marriage bill Africa in 2018: The old generation remains at the helm Pope Francis bemoans 2017 as a year of war, lies and injustice Plane crashes in Costa Rica, killing 10 foreign tourists German Politics Germany needs 'new left-wing people's party,' says leftist veteran Oskar Lafontaine The co-founder of the Left party has called for a new alliance to catapult the left wing into power. He believes German voters are more than ready for such an option. GermanyDecides: Meet the Candidate Sahra Wagenknecht German election: Portrait of SPD challenger Martin Schulz Left Party's appeal to voters in east Berlin stronghold NATO chief predicts increased dialogue with Russia in 2018 Germany's political parties CDU, CSU, SPD, AfD, FDP, Left party, Greens - what you need to know Things to know about Germany's Social Democratic Party Following AfD gains, some in Left want to rethink refugees Oskar Lafontaine: Populist rebel of the left Sahra Wagenknecht: the uncompromising face of the Left party Left Party's Sahra Wagenknecht 'wants no part in shaping predatory capitalism' California legalizes recreational cannabis use The US state of California rang in the new year on a high, becoming the largest regulated market for marijuana. Adults aged over 21 can now possess up to one ounce (28 grams) of pot and grow up to six plants at home. No longer just a drug, cannabis is becoming a major market Marijuana sellers forced to pay tax in cash California: 'Best things about a democracy' Marijuana makes a difference in Colorado US Senators propose better bank access for marijuana-related businesses US drug agency denies marijuana reclassification Germans and drugs: Marijuana use grows among teenagers Berlin likely to semi-legalize marijuana How the Summer of Love came to San Francisco 50 years ago Donald Trump slams Pakistan's 'lies and deceit' over terrorism US President Donald Trump has written his first tweet of the year, accusing Pakistan of providing safe haven to terrorists. The statement signals that ties between the US and Pakistan may head from bad to worse. Pakistan: One step forward, two steps back Pakistan releases alleged 'mastermind' behind 2008 Mumbai attacks Husain Haqqani: 'US will no longer ignore Pakistan's militant support' Opinion: Pakistan's ignominious surrender to Islamists What is Pakistan's militancy issue all about? China presses Afghanistan-Pakistan rapprochement Hollywood women launch anti-harassment campaign Hundreds of women working in Hollywood's entertainment industry have unveiled an initiative to help victims of sexual harassment in the US. It aims to ensure survivors have access to justice and support. @dwnews - The Silence Breakers: Time's Person of the Year Women open up about sexual harassment on Capitol Hill Time names 'The Silence Breakers' Person of the Year Hollywood sexual harassment scandal widens with further accusations The Harvey Weinstein effect Dustin Hoffman faces new sexual assault claims Report: Bob Weinstein helped hide brother Harvey's misconduct Hollywood chooses Anita Hill to lead anti-sexual harassment commission 'House of Cards' to end without Kevin Spacey Sports Kamil Stoch completes Four Hills double with Garmisch win The Pole made another step towards back-to-back Four Hills title as he secured his second win of the 2017 tour after finishing with 283.4 points, ahead of Germany's Richard Freitag. Next up: Innsbruck. Kamil Stoch wins first leg of Four Hills tournament Poland's Kamil Stoch wins Four Hills final North Korea could take part in Winter Olympics, says Kim North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has given a first indication that Pyongyang could send a delegation to the 2018 Winter Olympics, which will take place in the South. Kim said authorities "should meet in the near future." South Korea seizes another ship suspected of shipping oil to North Korea Flame for Pyeongchang Games lit at Ancient Olympia © Deutsche Welle 2018