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Daily Bulletin 15.01.2018 | 19:30 UTC
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Turkey unveils route for Istanbul canal megaproject
Turkey has revealed the planned route for a 45-kilometer (28-mile) canal through Istanbul aimed at taking the pressure off the busy Bosporus Strait. The ambitious project would include three underwater tunnels for cars.
Russia's Sergei Lavrov slams US for ignoring 'multipolar' world
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has sharply criticized the US for trying to dismantle the Iran nuclear deal. Washington is still using ultimatums and failing to recognize the emerging "multipolar world," he said.
Almost half of rejected asylum seekers in Germany winning on appeal
Refugees in Germany who appeal against the rejection of their asylum applications are having growing success, a report says. Critics say the high rate of wins puts German migration authorities in a bad light.
Denmark: Over 1,000 youths charged for sharing underage sex video
Danish police have charged hundreds of children and young men for sharing a video of two 15-year-olds having sex. Although 15 is the age of consent, the charges may constitute distribution of child pornography.
Cranberries lead singer Dolores O'Riordan dies, aged 46
Dolores O'Riordan, who fronted Irish band The Cranberries, has died suddenly of unknown causes in London. The band rose to international fame in the 1990s for hits including "Zombie" and "Linger."
Fake news
Brussels assembles experts to tackle fake news
A 29-member expert group to tackle fake news has been launched in Brussels. Bulgarian EU commissioner Mariya Gabriel said Europe needed a joint approach that must be "carefully thought through."
Germany
Germany expands anti-terror squad GSG 9
The German federal police are expanding their anti-terrorism unit GSG 9 and installing a special squad in Berlin. The move is a reaction to ongoing terrorist threats in the capital.
Business
Airbus may stop A380 production as orders dry up
The European aircraft maker says it must strike a new deal with Emirates Airline to secure the superjumbo's future. Launched a decade ago, the A380 program has cost billions, but only 220 have been built.
Sports
French referee Tony Chapron suspended for kicking player
French football authorities have banned referee Tony Chapron "until further notice" after a bizarre incident in a match on Sunday. Chapron aimed a kick at a Nantes player in their match against Paris Saint-Germain.
Surprise package Augsburg primed for European push
Backed by many to face a turbulent tussle for their Bundesliga lives, Augsburg now find themselves in a position to make a push for European qualification. But they'll need to continue exceeding expectations.
Manchester United great Ryan Giggs appointed Wales manager
One of Wales' greatest ever players has become their coach, after Ryan Giggs was appointed on Monday. The Welshman spent his entire playing career at Manchester United and has landed his first permament coaching job.
Transfer news: Borussia Dortmund sign Swiss defender Manuel Akanji
The transfer window is well underway and Bundesliga clubs aren't wasting any time. Borussia Dortmund are the latest German outfit to splash the cash, sealing a deal for highly-rated Swiss defender Manuel Akanji.

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