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Daily Bulletin 12.02.2018 | 18:30 UTC
Winter Olympics Day 3 Roundup
Heavy winds caused chaotic scenes on Day 3 of the Winter Olympics, but there was still plenty of action. Two athletes made Olympic history while Germany stayed on top of the medals tally.
Laura Dahlmeier already putting her stamp on Pyeongchang Games
Laura Dahlmeier looks to be well on her way to becoming one of the stars of this Winter Olympics. The German has added gold in the 10km biathlon pursuit to the sprint title she won on Saturday.
A deeper look at Germany's new Interior and Heimat Ministry
Germany's Interior Ministry is soon to be called the Interior, Construction and Heimat Ministry — giving it a more patriotic air. But what does the new moniker mean? And what policy areas will it be responsible for?
Carnival parades draw millions across Germany
Millions of revelers have braved cold winter weather to attend traditional carnival parades in Germany. The processions often take on a highly satirical note.
London City Airport shut after WWII bomb found
London City Airport has been closed following the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb in the nearby River Thames. Police are enforcing an exclusion zone while the find is "safely dealt with."
Cambodia deports Westerners charged with 'dirty dancing'
Seven Westerners detained in Cambodia on pornography charges after a pool party have been deported, a court official says. Three others remain in custody despite denying the allegations.
How General Electric became a general disappointment
Turbines built by GE create a third of the world's electricity. But with a $9.8 billion loss and the looming risk of being dropped from the Dow, GE is in a real-time meltdown. From New York Lindsey Rae Gjording reports.
Political thriller master Costa-Gavras at 85
The Greek-French director released the political thriller "Z" in 1969. The story of the assassination of an anti-war activist became a global hit and reinvented the genre. Costa-Gavras has inspired directors ever since.
Could Germany act as mediator between Israel and Iran?
The recent Israeli airstrikes in Syria have sparked concerns of a direct confrontation between Israel and Iran. DW spoke with Middle East expert Gil Murciano about the conflict, and Germany's potential role as mediator.

 

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