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Around the Globe 09.03.2018 | 17:00 UTC Russia-Ukraine gas dispute: Is Europe under threat? The gas dispute between Moscow and Kyiv is entering a new round, and some fear that deliveries through Ukraine will be stopped. Which countries could be most affected, and will bilateral tensions lead to a new gas war? Politics with pipelines German island hit by Russia sanctions Eastern identities and Russia's expanding influence on its neighbors Russia's Gazprom to terminate gas contracts with Ukraine Bulgaria tries to loosen Russian grip with new gas pipeline deals German MPs call for clarification on contentious Russian gas pipeline Nord Stream 2 US, Poland oppose undersea pipeline from Russia to Germany Is NATO doing enough to pressure Russia over Ukraine? Gazprom makes concessions to settle EU antitrust probe EU, Japan, other US allies ask for tariff exceptions Countries across the world have urged Washington to exempt them from the steep tariffs on steel and aluminum, with the EU warning it would retaliate if hit. Chinese steelmakers urged Beijing to target US coal. US metal tariffs trigger worldwide criticism Global outcry after Trump signs new tariffs As US metal tariffs loom, Trump hints there'll be exemptions Trump forges ahead with new tariffs, offers exemption From pillar to post, the world's messiest trade disputes China dismay as Trump signs off steel, aluminum tariffs US will temporarily exempt Canada and Mexico from tariffs: reports Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — a difficult province to govern Good governance, speedy justice and an end to terrorism: Pakistani politician Imran Khan had promised to turn Khyber Pakhtunkhwa into a "model province" after the 2013 elections. Five years on, what has he delivered? Afghan refugees in Pakistan face repatriation threat Child killings spark public outrage in Pakistan Imran Khan: Nawaz Sharif's ouster 'strengthens Pakistani democracy' Pakistani ruling party gains control of senate Uproar in Pakistan over 'torture and sexual abuse' of Christian youths Krishna Kumari — From bonded laborer to Pakistan's first lower caste Hindu senator Terror attacks - Af-Pak relations hit a new low Mashaal Radio shutdown: Is Pakistan suppressing foreign media? Lawyer: Presidential pardon for Pakistan's Asia Bibi 'unlikely' Does Imran Khan have a future in Pakistani politics? energy transition The cities leading the transition to renewables More than 100 cities worldwide get at least 70 percent of their electricity from renewable sources, according to a new initiative. How did they manage and what can we learn from them? Solar-powered fridges help Nigerian farmers Africa's biggest wind farm Jerry Brown: Exclusive video interview with DW A coal city goes green Living Planet: Hydropower threatens Vjosa valley Hydropower supply dries up with climate change Europe breaks own renewables record — but can't keep up with China Germany clings to coal at climate summit Politicians think globally, act locally to fight global warming Jerry Brown: How to beat Donald Trump on climate change Geothermal energy: Why hasn't it caught on yet? The fight for Europe's last untamed river New virus strain behind HIV explosion in the Philippines A more aggressive and drug-resistant HIV subtype is behind skyrocketing HIV infection rates in the Philippines. Epidemiologist Edsel Salvana tells DW that the new strain is threatening to spark a new epidemic. HIV crisis in the Philippines Philippines - workers with HIV face discrimination, says HRW Why HIV infections are rising in the Philippines Dying of shame and AIDS in the Philippines UK deploys soldiers to Salisbury in Russian ex-spy probe Around 180 soldiers have been deployed to Salisbury following a nerve agent attack on a Russian ex-spy and his daughter. Police said the British "public should not be alarmed" to see the military on the streets. Russian ex-spy victim of attempted murder with nerve agent Outrage in Britain as Russian ex-spy fights for his life Ex-Russian spy poisoned by nerve agent, police say Russia denies knowledge of Sergei Skripal poisoning in Salisbury UK promises retaliation for 'brazen' chemical attack on Russian ex-spy UK inquiry says Putin 'probably approved' Litvinenko murder Rotterdam: a bold and beautiful port city With its interesting skyline and hip atmosphere, the second largest city in The Netherlands is gaining in popularity as a travel destination. DW's Eesha Kheny found out why Rotterdam is a great place for a city break. Opinion: A showdown of the alpha males Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un have so far been busy trading threats and insults. The US president's planned meeting with the North Korean leader marks a surprising turn in the decades-long conflict, says Alexander Freund. Kim Jong-un to meet with Trump North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet Trump-Kim Jong Un meeting: How the world reacted Japanese PM Shinzo Abe warns North Korea talks could be ploy South Korea: 'Too early to be optimistic' on North Burundian activist: 'What has Nkurunziza done for his people?' Justice and respect for human rights is what the exiled activist, Pierre Claver Mbonimpa, wants for Burundi. In May 2018, Burundians will vote in a referendum that could extend President Nkurunziza's term until 2034. Burundian activist: 'What has Nkurunziza done for his people?' Burundi: Amnesty claims evidence of mass graves Do Burundi's peace talks stand a chance? Opinion: Silence on abuses in Africa is complicity Burundi human rights activist injured in shooting EU cuts financial aid to Burundi government Venezuelan exodus is Colombia's burden The political and economic crisis in Venezuela has unleashed a mass exodus and Colombia has borne the brunt of it. A Colombian politician has called for a quota system to distribute the refugees across the region. Colombia worried over massive influx of Venezuelans Venezuela launches cryptocurrency Could there be a Venezuelan refugee crisis? Brazil to declare 'emergency' in response to Venezuela migrant influx Colombia tightens border amidst wave of Venezuela refugees 5 things to understand about oil-rich, cash-poor Venezuela Venezuelans facing economic crisis cross border to secure cash lifelines Trial of Cumhuriyet journalists resumes in Turkey Journalists from one of Turkey's last remaining opposition newspapers are back in court, accused of supporting terrorism. The trial comes one day after 25 media workers were jailed for links to the failed 2016 coup. Cumhuriyet journalists appear in court Journalists on trial in Turkey Erdogan in Paris: Journalists are 'gardeners' of terrorism Tempers flare inside Turkish courtroom in government's Cumhuriyet 'terror' trial Turkey to release some Cumhuriyet newspaper staff Turkish newspaper Cumhuriyet faces nebulous accusations in trial Australia child sex abuse: Institutions to be 'shamed' into joining payout scheme Australian states New South Wales and Victoria have signed on to a redress scheme for child abuse survivors. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said institutions "will fail the test of justice" if they don't sign up. Pope Francis asks Chileans for forgiveness after scandals Australian child sex offenders to lose passports Pope's adviser faces sexual abuse charges Australia: Cardinal George Pell's sex abuse hearing begins Australia: Extra-marital affair strains coalition Australia to apologize to victims of child sex abuse Australia bans sexual relations between government ministers and staff Australia child sex abuse study notes Catholic Church mandatory celibacy as cause Australia child sexual abuse inquiry reports 'catastrophic failures of leadership' Inside Europe Click on the links below to listen to reports from this week's edition of Inside Europe, DW's award-winning radio program with features from around the continent. Inside Europe 08.03.18 Inside Europe: Tensions re-emerge between Greece and Turkey Inside Europe: Is there a future for Italy's 'big babies'? Inside Europe: Disabilities on the catwalk in Milan Inside Europe: Covering the issues that shape Europe South Korea announces Trump-Kim meeting: Read the full transcript President Donald Trump agreed to a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during a meeting with South Korean National Security Adviser Chung Eui-yong. Read Chung's statement to the media following the meeting here. North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet Trump-Kim Jong Un meeting: How the world reacted North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet Trump-Kim Jong Un meeting: How the world reacted US President Donald Trump has said he will meet the North Korean leader by the end of May. South Korea said the meeting would put denuclearization "on track," while China warned things would "not be smooth sailing." North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump to meet South and North Korea agree to hold joint summit Is North Korea's red carpet a real sign of change or merely a ruse? Japanese PM Shinzo Abe warns North Korea talks could be ploy Barbie: Frida Kahlo descendants clash with Mattel The artist's family has threatened to take legal action against the toy company over the right to use Kahlo's image in its new Barbie series. They say the doll does not accurately represent the Mexican legend. New Barbie dolls pay tribute to inspiring women Frida Kahlo work sets auction record for artist The new Barbie series has 'tall, petite and curvy' dolls Barbie unveils hijab-wearing doll honoring US Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad Bones of US aviator Amelia Earhart bones likely identified Living in a changing world World in Progress Multiclick A weekly look at globalization, education, economic development, human rights and more. World in Progress: India's 'unwanted' girls World in Progress: Indonesia's hijab-wearing metal band World in Progress: Tanzanian police arrest pregnant schoolgirls World in Progress: Holding America's cops to account   © Deutsche Welle 2018