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Horst Seehofer warns Angela Merkel against dismissing him amid migration spat Horst Seehofer has warned Angela Merkel against firing him as interior minister
If sheʼs unhappy with his work, Seehofer said Merkel should dissolve her governing grand coalition.
Date set for reunions of war-separated Korean families
Turkish economy facing major challenges
North and South Korea on Friday agreed that reunions for families who were separated by the Korean War would resume in August. The meetings will be thefirst to occur since 2015, as the two Koreas continue to try to ease tensions amid the Northʼs commitment to denuclearization. The decision to continue the reunions was among the agreements reached between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and South Korean President Moon Jae-inat their landmark summit in April.
When President Recep Tayyip Erdogan came to power back in 2002, the Turkish economy was in a miserable state and had just received a badly needed bailout from the International Monetary Fund. Thereʼs no denying that the Turkish economy made huge strides on Erdoganʼs watch, be it during his years as prime minister or later as president of the country, with lots of towns, production sites and businesses experiencing nothing short of a boom.
German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer warned Chancellor Angela Merkel against dismissing him for a possible lone wolf approach to immigration. Seehofer said in an interview with the Passauer Neue Presse newspaper on Friday that it would be the first time "looking after and taking care of the security and order of the country is the reason given for firing a minister." Merkel and Seehofer are currently arguing over Germanyʼs migration policy. As part of a still unpublished "migration master plan," Seehofer called for rejecting asylum-seekers at the German border if they have registered in another EU state or have been refused asylum in Germany in the past. Merkel has rejected the suggestions, insisting instead a Europe-wide solution to migration. Read more: Angela Merkel buys time in government crisis over asylum During a parliamentary meeting at the German Bundestag last week, Seehofer reportedly told Merkel that he would use a "ministerial authorization" to institute his plan alone if a compromise was not found. Merkel is keen not to rile other EU member states by taking unilateral action on migration ahead of a meeting of some EU leaders on Sunday and a larger EU summit next week. EU Budget Commissioner Günther Oettinger has also called on Seehofer not to go it alone with regard to refugee policy. "That would mean that a new, significant stage of escalation would be reached that would call [Merkelʼs con-
servative bloc] into question," he said in comments carried by the daily Handels‐ blatt on Friday. He added that the CSU was "damaging Germanyʼs ability to act within the EU."The EU needed a stable German government, especially in view of the fact that stability was no longer guaranteed in other member states, Oettinger said. But Seehofer seems prepared for his stance to possibly lead to the end of Germanyʼs coalition government. He said his Christian Social Union (CSU), the Bavarian sister party to Merkelʼs Christian Democratic Union (CDU), backed his position on migration, adding that Merkel might as well dissolve the government rather than fire him. "I hear from many people day to day: ʼStay firm. Donʼt give in!ʼ Itʼs about credibility," Seehofer said, adding that support from his party is "more important than any office." "I am the leader of the CSU, one of the three coalition parties, and act with the full support of my party. If the chancellery is not satisfied with the interior ministerʼs work, then the coalition should end," he said. Read more: CSU leader Horst Seehofer: The man who could bring down Angela Merkel? Bavarians are set to vote in state elections in October, and the CSU is facing competition on the political right from Germanyʼs far-right populist Alternative for Germany (AfD). "The CSU is fighting for its beliefs," Seehofer said. "That is more important than positions."
Romaniaʼs Liviu Dragnea
UN calls for human rights
sentenced over fake jobs scandal
probe in Venezuela
Dubbed Romaniaʼs most powerful politician, the ruling PSD party leader has been found guilty of abuse of office. Romania has struggled against a concerted campaign to change the countryʼs anti-corruption laws. Liviu Dragnea, considered Romaniaʼs most influential politician, was sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison on Thursday over a fake jobs scandal. Romaniaʼs top court found Dragnea, who leads the ruling leftwing Social Democratic Party guilty of keeping two women on the payroll of a child protection state agency.
A UN report is calling for the Venezuelan government to bring perpetrators of human rights violations to justice. The UN human rights chief said "impunity must end" in the crisis-stricken country. The United Nations human rights chief Zeid Raʼad Al Hussein on Friday called for an internal investigation into human rights violations in Venezuela. The report appealed to the government to bring perpetrators to justice, citing what it said were shocking accounts of extrajudicial killings of young men during crime-fighting operations conducted without arrest warrants in poor neighborhoods.
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Airbus may leave UK without Brexit deal European plane maker Airbus has issued its strongest warning yet over the potential impact of Britainʼs departure from the EU. It said a no-deal Brexit might threaten the companyʼs future in the United Kingdom. Airbus confirmed Friday the UKʼs exit from the European Union without a substantial withdrawal deal would force the aircraft manufacturer to reconsider its long-term position in the country and put thousands of British jobs at risk.
Europe canʼt take in ʼnew wave of refugees,ʼ says Austrian conservative MP Austria will be taking over the presidency of the Council of the EU on July 1
Why itʼs tough for some Asians to get German visas Every Asian who had to obtain a long-term visa for the purpose of study, work or family reunions in Germany understands the hassle involved. Some claim that over the past several years, it has become tougher to get German visas. A Chinese restaurant owner in Germany, on condition of anonymity, told DW that she has been looking to recruit a chef from China for a long time, but has had difficulties obtaining a visa for him. His application has been rejected twice, the owner said, adding that the same man had obtained a German visa without any problem when he applied several years ago. This case points to a tightening of visa rules, she noted. But this view is not shared by everyone, not even some fellow Chinese. A human resources manager at a major Chinese firm told DW that she has been dealing with work visa-related applications of her colleagues for years, and never had any difficulties. "It wonʼt be too difficult when someone is working for a big Chinese company," she said. However, she pointed out, adhering to German regulations and preparing the documents accordingly are very important for a successful visa application. To assess regional disparities when it comes to obtaining German visas, DW journalists have analyzed data concerning the issuing of visas by German embassies between 2014 and 2017. Their main focus was on applications made for long-term visas for the purpose of study, work or family reunions. "Schengen visas" for short visits were not part of the study. The number of visa applications that were processed and decided upon by all German embassies and consulates between 2014 and 2017 rose by 58 percent, while the number of rejections increased by 131 percent. 2
Austria will be taking over the presidency of the Council of the EU on July 1. The country sees itself as a bridge to central Europe and the western Balkans, conservative Austrian politician Martin Engelberg tells DW. Martin Engelberg: To begin with, the most important thing is that there must be no doubt whatsoever that this government is pro-European. The consideration of which policy along these lines is the right one has to do with the fact that [Austrian Chancellor Sebastian] Kurz has in recent years said that the most important issue for Europe at the moment is internal and external security. This means securing borders on the one hand and
Potential EUAlbania asylum deal could help keep Germanyʼs Angela Merkel in power Albania may be set to serve as a temporary reception country for asylumseekers headed for the European Union. Indeed, European Council President Donald Tusk and Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz recently suggested establishing reception centers within Europe, albeit outside of EU territory. Austriaʼs government spokesman Peter Launsky-Tieffenthal told DW that talks about such centers are, in fact, underway with Albania and other countries. "After being saved, illegal migrants are to be halted and taken care of on the [EU] outside border, and then brought
establishing security within the EU on the other. The point here is that, for one thing, the situation has actually worsened, or perhaps that is how it has been perceived by the general public. That is why there is a mandate to the EU to ensure security, find a common foreign policy and also a common defense policy. All other issues are, firstly, less important and, secondly, should be resolved at local, regional level. back to their countries of origin as soon as possible," the official told DW via email. "If this is not possible, then they should be offered temporary protection in safe third-party countries." But Endri Fuga, who advisesAlbanian Prime Minister Edi Ramaand heads the governmentʼs communications department, denied any such negotiations were taking place. Albaniaʼs interior minister, Fatmir Xhafaj, also denied any talks about hosting rejected asylum-seekers or refugees. Albaniaʼs opposition, meanwhile, alleges the government wants to open reception centers in the hope that it will speed upthe countryʼs EU accession process.
Inside the ʼbattery cageʼ: Prostitution in Germany On most nights, she would take ten or
Access to education in Germany still determined by family background When Germanyʼs Ministry of Education presented its 2018 Education in Germany report in Berlin this Friday, three things stood out: More citizens are getting an education, a teacher shortage looms and a personʼs educational opportunities are closely linked to their social and economic background. Researchers found that rising birth rates and an increase in immigration have resulted in many more youths in Germany attending school than did 10 years ago. They also noted that ashortage of facilities and teacherscould become a serious problem in the not too distant future. Researchers also warned that education opportunities were still unevenly distributed throughout German society. 17.1 million children, youths and young adults were enrolled in German schools.94 percent of children between three and six years of age attended pre-school or kindergarten.31 percent of students 15 or older attained a high school diploma or equivalent degree – 8 percent more than in 2006.6 percent of students left high school without receiving a diploma – in 2015 that number was 5.8 percent.17 percent received a college or university degree – 5 percent more than in 2006. The report noted thatyouths with immigrant backgroundsand those fromlowincome familieswere less likely to move up the education ladder. Education in rural areas was also found lacking in comparison to cities.
twelve, sometimes as many as fourteen men up to her room, where she would endure until three in the morning. "Thatʼs all I could bear," Julia told DW, using the name that her clients call her by. Other women, she said, the ones that worked all night and catered for clientsʼ more unusual demands would get through the long hours on a cocktail of alcohol and drugs. DW is unable to verify the womanʼs story independently. But it tallies with accounts by social workers and police acquainted with the sex industry. Julia also showed DW pictures from her time as a sex worker. She asked that they be withheld, along with her real name. First on the street, then in private homes, in brothels and bars inSwitzerland, France, Greece and finally in Germany, Julia spent a decade selling her body — until March 10 of this year, a day sheʼs unlikely to forget: "The client gave me €100 ($116) for the hour, everything normal. And that was it."
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Potential EU-Albania asylum deal could help keep Germanyʼs Angela Merkel in power Albania may be set to serve as a temporary reception country for asylum-seekers headed for the European Union. Indeed, European Council President Donald Tusk and Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz recently suggested establishing reception centers within Europe, albeit outside of EU territory. Austriaʼs government spokesman Peter LaunskyTieffenthal told DW that talks about such centers are, in fact, underway with Albania and other countries. "After being saved, illegal migrants are to be halted and taken care of on the [EU] outside border, and then brought back to their countries of origin as soon as possible," the official told DW via email. "If this is not possible, then they should be offered temporary protection in safe third-party countries." But Endri Fuga, who advisesAlbanian Prime Minister Edi Ramaand heads the governmentʼs communications department, denied any such negotiations were taking place. Albaniaʼs interior minister, Fatmir Xhafaj, also denied any talks about hosting rejected asylum-seekers or refugees. Albaniaʼs opposition, meanwhile, alleges the government wants to open reception centers in the hope that it will speed upthe countryʼs EU accession process.
Global guide series unveils The 500 Hidden Secrets of Budapest No-one knows this town like revered local author András Török. In his latest project, the writer has created the Budapest version of the acclaimed city guide series, “The 500 Hidden Secrets”. Previous issues of this international title cover major destinations from Bangkok to Berlin. Similar to other publications in the same format, this new book navigates you to lesser-known landmarks, snazzy local shops and obscure bars, all featured in separate reviews. We talk to Török, best known for his regularly updated work A Critical Guide, about this special venture.
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We cannot survive without insects Many people see insects as annoying pests
Metallica and an Afghan project win ʼNobel Prizeʼ for music As the winners of Swedenʼs prestigious Polar Music Prize, US heavy metal band Metallica and an Afghan music institute are set to be honored by the Swedish royal family on Thursday. It may be heavy metal, but the Swedish royals wonʼt shy away from the Polar Music Prize ceremony scheduled for June 14 in Stockholm. Swedish King Carl Gustaf and his royal family are slated to attend the televised gala honoring US band Metallica and
Afghanistanʼs National Institute of Music.The Polar Music Prize is often called the "Nobel Prize" for music. In February, when this yearʼs laureates were announced, the jury cited Metallica for its "physical and furious" music. "Through virtuoso ensemble playing and its use of extremely accelerated tempos, Metallica has taken rock music to places it had never been before," the panelʼs statement read. The band has sold 110 million albums worldwide, with some of its hits including "Enter Sandman" and "Nothing Else Matters."
Many people see insects as annoying pests. But British biologist Dave Goulson cautions: A world without insect is a dull place without coffee and chocolate — and with dead animals and cow patties piling up. Dave Goulson: Insects are the dominant lifeform on the planet. Weʼve named well over a million species of insects, and there could be 5 or 10 million. As for the number of individuals, itʼs safe to say that there are many more insects than anything else (excluding microorganisms like bacteria). Why are insects disappearing?Most people agree that itʼs a combination of factors, primarily associated with the way farming has changed in the last hundred years. Weʼve moved to this kind of industrial farming system with very
big fields with monocultures of crops that are treated with lots of pesticides. Itʼs very difficult for most insects to survive in. People should be jumping up and down and be concerned over this, because we cannot survive without insects. Pollination is probably the best-known example of what insects do for people. Sometimes itʼs bees, sometimes itʼs flies, beetles or whatever. Most of the fruits and vegetables we like to eat, and also things like coffee and chocolate, we wouldnʼt have without insects.
Suspect arrested in Jewish Art rapper Festival 2018 XXXTentacion murder case The Broward Sheriffʼs Office said in a statement that Dedrick Devonshay Williams of Pompano Beach was arrested and charged with murder Wednesday evening in connection with XXXTentacionʼs death. The upand-coming US rapper, whose given name was Jahseh Dwayne Onfroy, was gunned down in Deerfield Beach, Florida on Monday after leaving an upscale motorcycle dealership. It was a violent end to a brief music career that was fraught with controversy. The 20-year-old musician was facing charges of domestic violence at the time of his murder. Read more: Rapper XXXTentacion shot dead in Florida Authorities had originally said two suspects had ambushed the rapper in what was an apparent robbery attempt. 4
he Jewish Art Festival aims to introduce Jewish culture to audiences through art performances at diverse venues – including classical, jazz and pop music, theater, literature, and photography. In addition to the wellknown cultural and concert venues and movie theaters, cafés, restaurants, streetfood eateries and ruin bars will also take part in the event series.
Why so many gosh darn jellyfish?
Mediterranean resorts are having to ban swimming because of plagues of jellyfish, which scientists blame on a complex cocktail of human impacts, from climate change to overfishing. Few things evoke the idea of a relax-
ing vacation than a dip in the calm waters of the Mediterranean — especially for northern Europeans. But idyllic tourist spots such as southern Spain are increasingly having to prohibit bathing due to plagues of dangerous jellyfish. Experts say jellyfish arenʼt just an inconvenience for swimmers. They are evidence of a perfect storm of human impacts destabilizing marine ecosystems. Climate change, unsustainable fishing practices and agricultural chemicals are all suspects in the explosion in jellyfish numbers. But a lack of scientific knowledge about these alienlooking creatures and their complex biology means pinning down the exact cause is a complex business. The many differences between thousands of species of jellyfish make it all the more challenging for researchers to pin down clear data.
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Instagram launches video streaming service to rival YouTube Facebook for $1 billion in 2012, has surpassed 1 billion accounts, Systrom said
Facebook-owned social networking platform Instagram unveiled a new video mobile app on Wednesday designed to allow for longer user-generated videos. Facebook-owned social networking platform Instagram unveiled a new video mobile app on Wednesday designed to allow for longer usergenerated videos. The new app, dubbed IGTV, will increase Instagramʼs video time limit from one minute to 10 minutes for most viewers. Accounts with larger audiences will be allowed to post videos up to an hour long. "Teens are now
watching 40 percent less TV than they did five years ago," Instagram chief executive Kevin Systrom said at an event to announce the launch in San Francisco. "Itʼs time for video to move forward and evolve." Instagram, which was founded as a photo-sharing app in 2010 and was bought by Facebook for $1 billion in 2012, has surpassed 1 billion accounts, Systrom said.
From Velcro to high-speed trains: five examples of technology inspired by nature What do wasps have to do with brain surgery? What can architecture learn from termites? We look at five examples of technology that found their designs in nature In the age of smartphones, Velcro might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think of technology. Yet an invention doesnʼt need to be complicated to have big impact. The story of Velcroʼs creation begins with a walk in the park. In 1941, Swiss electrical engineer
George de Mestral was walking with his dog in the woods when he returned he spotted burdock seeds clinging to his coat and to the hair of his pet. The burdock has long hooked seeds — similar to miniature walking sticks — shaped in such a way to help them spread by catching on to passing creatures. Mestral placed the seeds under a microscope and used their shape as inspiration for the hook and fastener tech of the product we all know today.
Warming waters hit the iconic Puffin Seabirds are declining rapidly as an increase in ocean temperature means their food source is disappearing. From a distance, the whir of camera shutters and bustle of photographers resembles a scene from a red carpet gala. But itʼs actually unfolding on a rocky protrusion at Bempton Cliffs, a protected reserve managed by the Royal Society of Birds (RSPB) on the eastern coast of northern England. And the star of the show is an Atlantic puffin. Itʼs a stunning, sunny early summerʼs day, and day-trippers and ornithologists have flocked to the site to watch the plethora of seabirds that includes one of Englandʼs largest breeding colony of gannets. But it is the diminutive puffin, posing picturesquely with its distinctive beak and sad eyes, that captures the most attention. Despite measuring just 25 centimeters (10 inches) tall, it is extremely agile, and can plunge through the water to depths of up to 60 meters (197 feet) at speeds of more than 80 kilometers per hour (37 miles per hour) to catch the sea eels that are often seen crammed into its mouth.
Purple paradise: check out this lavender field just outside Budapest
Forget Provence. A sweeping perfumed purple lavender field awaits just outside of Budapest. Hues of indigo and mauve mingle in the rolling rows, where an afternoon stroll is a special experience. This splendid place is by the foot of Nagy-Kevély Hill at Pilisborosjenő, half-an-hour from the capital. While Hungary’s number one lavender destination is Tihany by Lake Balaton, this fragrant field is a close second best to treat your senses to this year’s epic bloom. And if you take a few examples home, you’re only helping out a friendly family. But if you can’t be here, enjoy our lovely photo gallery.
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Events Horizon: what’s happening in Budapest – June 2018 There are so many major things going on in June that you shouldn’t miss. In this events round-up, we bring together all of the important happenings taking place in and around Hungary’s capital in the upcoming weeks, so you can plan the month ahead. Get out there and enjoy everything that Budapest has to offer! Brain Bar Generali Childrenʼs Island Lenny Kravitz Downtown Beer Festival Danube Carnival A38 concerts Etyek Summer Picnic Budapest Summer Festival Kolorádó Festival Billy Elliot – The Musical Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Night of the Museums Red Bull Air Race The Red Bull Air Race fills Budapest’s skies with extreme aerobatic stunts performed by some of the world’s most daring pilots right above the river, using the fastest, most agile and lightweight racing planes. This air show generally exceeds any expectations, because in addition to flying between floating checkpoints, the planes pass beneath the Chain Bridge, amazing the crowd of spectators lining the length of the riverside. A combination of high speed and extreme manoeuvres make this race an unparalleled visual spectacle that everyone can enjoy between June 23rd and 24th, over the Danube in the city centre.
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Andy Murray takes wildcard at Nature Valley International
Britainʼs Andy Murray has accepted a wildcard into Eastbourne as he continues his comeback after almost a year out with a hip injury. Murray, 31, made his competitive return on Tuesday at Queenʼs, where helost in three setsto Nick Kyrgios. The three-time Grand Slam champion said afterwards he wasunsure of the best wayto continue his return. "It was good to get back to competition at Queenʼs and Iʼm hoping to build on that next week," said the Scot. The Nature Valley International at Eastbourne is the final warm-up event before Wimbledon begins on 2 July.
Petra Kvitova beats Julia Goerges to reach semi-finals
Petra Kvitova continued her Nature Valley Classic defence with a dominant quarter-final win over Julia Goerges in Birmingham. The Czech fourth seed beat Germanyʼs Goerges 6-1 6-4 in 67 minutes. Kvitova, who has not dropped a set in the competition, hit 20 winners to Goergesʼ nine to reach her fifth semi-final of the season. She will next play Romaniaʼs Mihaela Buzarnescu, who beat Ukrainian second seed Elina Svitolina 6-3 6-2. Kvitova previously beat Buzarnescu in three sets on her way towinning the Prague Openin May. In the other quarter-finals, Slovakiaʼs Magdalena Rybarikova saw off Slovenian Dalila Jakupovic 6-2 6-4. She will play Czech Barbora Strycova, who won 7-5 3-0 after Lesia Tsurenko retired with injury. 6
Aleksandar Kolarovʼs free kick stunner secures Serbia win over Costa Rica A brilliant second half free kick from captain Aleksandar Kolarov led Serbia to a deserved win over Costa Rica. Serbia were wasteful in front of goal but did enough to secure three vital points in Group E. Another World Cup day, another sublime freekick. If Cristiano Ronaldo’s ice-cold effort tosnatch a point against arch-rivals Spain on day two was the current goal of the tournament front-runner, the Portuguese may have just met his match. Aleksandar Kolarov, take a bow. A combination of poor finishing and sublime goalkeeping had kept the scores level until Serbia’s no.11 produced his moment of magic. Kolarov’s powerful left foot is no secret, but few inside the stadium would have expected such a thunderous strike when the Roma defender stood over a free kick midway through the second half. His shot was unstoppable; a side-footed missile which screamed into the top corner of the Costa Rica net. Kaylor Navas, who kept his team in the game with several crucial saves either side of half time, was nowhere near it.
Neymar and Philippe Coutinho strike late as Brazil down stubborn Costa Rica Foiled by VAR
Brazil were frustrated for over 90 minutes by a stubborn, wellorganized Costa Rica team in Saint Petersburg. In a first half in which Brazil were limited to Neymar free kicks and long-range Marcelo efforts, it was in fact the underdogs who had the best chance. Cristian Gamboa got to the byline and cut back for Celso Borges but the midfielder dragged his shot wide. Former Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa replaced the ineffective Willian at halftime
and Brazil came flying out of the blocks in the second half. Gabriel Jesus hit the crossbar with a powerful header before Philippe Coutinhoʼs follow-up was deflected wide for a corner. Keylor Navas was kept busy in the Costa Rica goal and the Real Madrid keeper pulled off an outstanding save from Neymar after Paulinhoʼs cut-back.
Lewis Hamilton tops French GP practice as Sergio Perez loses wheel Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton set a blistering pace in second practice at the French Grand Prix. The world champion was a massive 0.704 seconds quicker than his closest rival, Red Bullʼs Daniel Ricciardo. Hamiltonʼs title rival Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari was only fifth fastest, 1.150secs adrift of Hamilton. The session included a 10-minute red flag period, caused when Sergio
Perezʼs Force India lost a wheel, which potentially distorted the picture. The team will investigate how the wheel became detached at around 170mph on the Mistral straight, violently pitching the car into and 180degree spin. The delay meant drivers made their qualifying simulation runs at different times, when the track conditions may have been different.