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113/2019 • 18 MAY, 2019 WEEKEND ISSUE

DAILY NEWS IN ENGLISH

EU leaders: We wonʼt follow Trumpʼs Huawei ban The US fears that China could use Huawei equipment for spying

Germany, France and the Netherlands have said they will not block Huawei from participating in the expansion of national 5G networks.

Council of Europe and Russia reach tentative compromise Russia said it had no desire to leave the Council of Europe and was ready to pay its dues following an apparent breakthrough between Moscow and Western nations. Russiaʼs delegation had faced sanctions over Crimea.

France and Germany pushed through a compromise which would allow Russia to return to the Council of Europe (CoE), as foreign ministers from the 47 member states resumed their two-day summit in Helsinki. The Russian delegation hasfaced sanctions at the CoE over the annexation of Crimea by Russiain 2014.

Ukraineʼs ruling coalition breaks up ahead of Zelenskiy inauguration A group of lawmakers has quit Ukraineʼs ruling coalition allied with the outgoing President Petro Poroshenko. This could pose an obstacle to incoming leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy and his efforts to call for new elections. The Peopleʼs Front party in Ukraine announced it was exiting the ruling coalition on Friday and looking to form "a new coalition with a new agenda." Party leader Maksym Burbak told lawmakers that the move was caused by the new political configuration in Ukraine, as the country prepares to swear incomedian Volodymyr Zelenskiyas president on Monday.

The leaders of Germany, France and the Netherlands said Thursday that their governments do not plan to follow the lead of the US and ban Chinese telecommunications company Huawei from involvement in their national 5G high-speed mobile networks. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said companies could participate in expanding Germanyʼs 5G network if they met established safety criteria.

"For us, the security criteria are the decisive starting point in terms of deciding who will participate in the expansion," Merkel said, adding that the criteria are not directed against individual countries or companies.

Speaking alongside Merkel in Berlin, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte said the Netherlands would not exclude companies in advance of any auction for 5G networks.

French President Emmanuel Macron said separately that it was "not appropriate" to start a trade dispute over technology.

The goal is not to exclude Huawei or other companies from network expansion but to provide the necessary security, he said while at an industry conference in Paris. The European Commission, the EUʼs executive branch, has not told national governments to avoid using Huaweiʼs 5G equipment.

Nevertheless, the General Intelligence and Security Service of the Netherlands has started an investiga-

tion into possible "secret back doors" on Huawei products, according to a report in De Volkskrant newspaper. US President Donald Trump declared a national emergency for the telecommunications sector on Wednesday, citing "unacceptable risks" from "foreign adversaries" — including from cyberespionage and sabotage. The executive order empowers Washington to ban technology and services, including Huawei, whichUS Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said would be blacklisted as of Friday. The US has urged allied governments to exclude Chinese companies such as Huawei from the 5G expansion over concerns the Chinese government could use the equipment as a backdoor for spying. British ministers have discussed giving Huawei a restricted role in building parts of its 5G network.

The final decision has not yet been published. However, a former head of Britainʼs MI6 foreign spy service said Thursday thatHuawei poses such a grave security risk to the United Kingdomthat the government should ban it from the expansion. "I very much hope there is time for the UK government, and the probability as I write of a new prime minister, to reconsider the Huawei decision," said Richard Dearlove, who was chief of the Secret Intelligence Service from 1996 to 2004.

EU to punish cyberattackers with sanctions

Grumpy Cat, internet celebrity feline, dies age 7

The EU is to impose tough sanctions on those who launch cyberattacks, be it to attack infrastructure, obtain sensitive corporate information or influence elections. "The Council (of EU countries) established a framework which allows the EU to impose targeted restrictive measures to deter and respond to cyberattacks," the council said in a statement issued Friday. Among the measures are asset freezes and travel bans, which can also be imposed for attempted attacks.

Online sensation Grumpy Cat "passed away peacefully" in the hands of her owner after suffering an infection, the felineʼs human family has announced.

The 7-year-old catʼs frown earned her millions of fans worldwide. Fans of Grumpy Cat, the mixed-race feline whose dwarfism and underbite gave her the look of perpetual frown, responded with sadness after the catʼs owners announced on Friday that the animal had died at the age of seven.

"Some days are grumpier than others," they posted on the catʼs Twitter account.

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Cyprus gas discoveries spark US-Russian gamesmanship In recent years, energy companies have discovered a number of significant gas reserves in the Eastern Mediterranean, and the rush to develop the offshore resources is reshaping the regionʼs political and economic dynamics. Earlier this year, ExxonMobil, together with Qatar Petroleum, found the third large gas reservoir off the coast of Cyprus. Known as the Glaucus-1 field, this latest discovery will add to the inventory of Eastern Mediterranean gas reservoirs coming online in neighboring Israeli and Egyptian territorial waters, which are expected to form a new energy hub for regional and, possibly, export markets. At the same time, officials in Washington are increasingly expressing support for cooperation between Israel, Cyprus and Greece in developing the reserves as a measure to counter both growing Russian influence in the Eastern Mediterranean, and also Turkish hostility towards gas development in Cyprusʼ territorial waters, where both have claims to energy resources.

Turkey: Is mob violence undermining democracy?

The leader of the Republican Peopleʼs Party (CHP), Kemal Kilicdaroglu, had most likely prepared himself for a more contemplative day on April 21, when he attended the funeral of a soldier killed during a battle with Kurdish militias. But the atmosphere among those in attendance at the memorial being held in Cubuk, about 40 kilometers (24.8 miles) north of Ankara, turned out to be tense and when Kilicdaroglu arrived, the situation escalated quickly.An angry mob surrounded the 70-year-old, hurling punches at him from all directions; the opposition leader took a few blows to the face. Grimacing in pain, he struggled to stay on his feet amidst the violent uproar. Kilicdarogluʼs bodyguards surrounded him so as to shield him from the many attackers.

Finally, they managed to escape into a house. But it didnʼt stop there: Kilicdaroglu had to wait inside while the house was besieged, with some of the men shouting "burn the house down." The attack sparked outrage on social media. On Twitter, hundreds of thousands of users expressed solidarity with the opposition leader by posting with the hashtag #KilicdarogluYalnizDegldir ("Kilicdaroglu is not alone").

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UK Labour Party breaks off talks with Theresa May Brexit:

Britainʼs opposition Labour Party says talks with Prime Minister Theresa May on the Brexit stalemate have reached the limit.

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said the government was too unstable for any deal to be secured.

The leader of Britainʼs opposition Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn, on Friday announced the end of six weeks of fruitless negotiations with Prime Minister Theresa May to find a compromise deal on the conditions of the countryʼs departure from the European Union. Corbyn said in a letter to May that the talks had "gone as far as they can" and pointed to "important policy gaps" between the two parties. Mayʼs

Italyʼs Matteo Salvini wants hefty fines for migrant rescue vessels Last week, a five-meter (16 feet) long rubber dinghy left the Libyan coast at 4 a.m. with 30 people on board, all hoping to reach mainland Europe.

Fourteen hours later, the Italian rescue-vessel Alex spotted it with a broken engine and lying dangerously low in the water. "One of the pregnant women fainted after they were taken on board our main vessel, Mare Jo-

WhatsAppʼs security breach: Made in Israel, implemented worldwide The messaging app WhatsApp identified a security loopholethat allowed attackers to install spyware on phones using the appʼs regular call function, the Financial Times reported earlier this week. The targeted device owner doesnʼt even have to take the call, the report explained, as minutes after the attacker dials "the target phone starts revealing its encrypted content."

NSO, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, is believed to be behind exploitation of the app. The group has not denied the reports, but said in a statement that it would investigate "any credible allegations of misuse and if necessary, take action, including shutting down the system." A London-based human rights lawyer brought the case to light after complaining of mysterious WhatsApp calls from Swedish numbers at unusual hours of the night.

The man is involved in lawsuits against NSO over the alleged use of its phone-hacking tools to spy on Canada-based Saudi dissident Omar Abdulaziz, a Qatari citizen and a group of Mexican journalists.

Conservative Partyʼsmoves toward choosing a new leaderhad made the government "ever more unstable" and he had little confidence in its ability "to deliver any compromise agreement," Corbyn wrote. He said that although he would "carefully consider any proposals the government wishes to bring forward to break the Brexit deadlock," he would continue to oppose the deal as it stood. nio," Maso Notarianni, a rescuer, said.

Notarianni volunteers for Mediterranea Saving Humans, a network of cooperatives, NGOs and ethical banks, who operate the two boats Mare Jonio and Alex in the Mediterranean Sea. The dinghy carried migrants from Sudan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Chad and Burkina Faso, including four children. "When we reached them,they looked exhausted," Notarianni told DW. Itʼs believed that because the boat was so tiny, radar failed to pick it up.

Japanese private firm sends first

rocket into space The unmanned rocket named MOMO-3 took off Saturday from a test site in Taiki on the northern Japanese island of Hokkiado. Japanese aerospace startup Interstellar Technology said its 10-meter (32-foot) craft reached an altitude of about 100 kilometers (60 miles) before splashing down into the Pacific Ocean. The successful flight lasted about 10 minutes, and came after two failed launches by the same company in 2017 and 2018. "We proved that our rocket developed with a lot of commercially available parts is capable of reaching space," Interstellar Technology CEO Takahiro Inagawa told a news conference in Hokkaido.

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Goa Tourism organized a Road show at Budapest - Goa of India is awaiting you in any season!

Goa, a state in India, often referred as the ‘Paradise on earth’ is a land of amazing contrasts. Of tangible and intangible heritage; of human endeavour and natural wonders; of music and stillness.

No other place in the world lets you discover so many worlds in the space of a few hours: outside you and inside you! Goa is well known as a premier international tourism destination.

Flanked by the Arabian Sea on the West and the imposing Sahyadri mountains on the East, the Goan landscape rises from sea-level to a towering 1022 metres. Several rivers crisscross the state and add to its natural beauty. Goa is a small state in India with a population of around 1.5 million and area of 3702 sq kms. However, Goa has the highest GDP per capita among all Indian states. Goa was a Portuguese colony for over 450 years and it has left an indelible influence on the original style in local cuisine as well as architecture and other aspects of life. The ‘Carnaval’ festival was introduced to Goa by the Portuguese and is an internationally famous festival. The churches and chapels display European architectural styles. The largest catholic monument in India/Asia is the Se Cathedral at Old Goa, which houses the famous Golden Bell. The Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old Goa, is India’s first Basilica and is an UNESCO world heritage site. Goa’s fame and glory is largely due to its ex-

otic beaches. The 60 mile coastline is dotted with some of the most picturesque beaches in the world; offering unique fusion of sun, sea and sand.

Goa has a legacy of sacred architecture that includes magnificent temples, churches and mosques. A unique feature of the Goan temple is the ‘Deepstambh’, the tower of lamps. Goa is at her colourful best during the many festivals that are celebrated all-round the year. The major festivals being Carnival, Shigmo, Ganesh Chaturthi, Christmas, Diwali, Bondera, St Joao, etc. The other major attractions in Goa include Heritage monuments, Wildlife sanctuaries, Watersports, Nightlife, Adventure activities, Forts, Waterfalls, lakes, Spice plantations, Museums, Local cuisine, etc. Goa is one of the biggest hotspots in the Indian subcontinent drawing more that 5 million tourists every year. Goa Tourism has been undertaking promotional events across the world in order to reach out to the potential traveler to this picturesque destination. Goa Tourism,

has organized a tourism promotion event/ roadshow in Budapest on 30.04.2019, in order to showcase and promote the beautiful coastal state of Goa which is nestled on the west coast of the Indian Subcontinent. Mr. D. B. Sawant, General Manager, Goa Tourism Development Corporation said ‘Goa continues to draw Foreign visitors by the thousands every year, thanks to its lovely beaches, mountains, hills, backwaters, cuisine, the relaxed and chilled out way of life and has been consistently voted as one of the world’s must see destinations by leading tourism and travel magazines and surveys.’ He further added ‘The current promotional event seeks to market Goa and India as an attractive destination for Hungarian tourists.

Goa is currently receiving regular charter flights from European countries and there is a huge potential to further develop Hungary as a source market for Goa especially in FIT segment.’

We are awaiting you in GOA!

Post Malone, Franz Ferdinand, Son Lux and many more confirmed for Sziget 2019 After Ed Sheeran, the Foo Fighters and Twenty One Pilots, more major stars have been confirmed for the Sziget Festival 2019. Post Malone, Franz Ferdinand, Son Lux, Years&Years and other attractive acts have just been announced to appear at Budapest’s biggest summer extravaganza, taking place between 7-13 August.

Art Cinema Night On 17 May, the annual Art Cinema Night is being held all over Budapest. From 6pm to 6am, cinemagoers can watch any film on the festival programme with a single ticket. Participating art-house cinemas include the Művész, the Puskin, the Tabán, the Toldi and KinoCafé. These cinemas screen independent films, usually in original language with Hungarian subtitles. For the detailed schedule, check the website.

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Broccoli, cabbage and kale: leafy green hosts of a cancer-preventing molecule

Ways to prevent dementia

Your mother always said they were good for you

Those who are overweight should definitely do something about their diet and go to the gym. Obesity is a key factor in developing dementia.

More excercise improves blood circulation and makes for a healthier metabolism. A Mediterranean-style dietA healthy diet — rich in vegetables, salads and vegetable fats — has a positive effect on your blood vessels.

Epidemiological studies show that people who lower their risk of a heart

The exact causes for Alzheimerʼs and other neurodegenerative diseases are unknown. But new WHO guidelines state that exercising, eating healthy, and staying mentally fit can help protect you.

attack or stroke are also likely to develop dementia later than people eating food high on cholesterol. Get your move on! Physical activity puts the blood vessels to use and is therefore good against dementia. It also directly helps the nerve system: The brain ultimately controls the body and receives stimulus back from the nerves in the muscles. The ability to keep oneʼs balance and orient oneself improves — as does the memory. Alcohol is pure poison Alcohol is a nerve agent, too. In higher doses it directly damages the brain. Even in lower concentrations it increases the risk of dementia, by increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and damaging essential organs.

Your mother always said they were good for you. She was right. Researchers have found that these cruciferous vegetables contain a molecule with the ability to block cancer-causing genes.

Broccoli, Brussels sprouts and kale all have something in common, and itʼs not the fact that that theyʼre the vegetables youʼre most likely to guilt yourself into buying only to leave rotting in your fridge (or dousing and frying with a hefty amont of olive oil). Harvard researchers recently discovered that the three green vegetables, along with a variety of othercruciferouscounterparts such as cauliflower and cabbage, contain a molecule that blocks a gene known to play a role in avariety of common human cancers.

The molecule isnʼt a big, life-altering

discovery yet. Youʼd have to eat nearly 6 pounds of uncooked Brussels sprouts a day to reap their potential anti-cancer benefit, according to YuRu Lee, one of the studyʼs authors. But the ways in which scientists can use the molecule could have big implications for the future of cancer treatment, according to a study published on Thursday in Science led by Pier Paolo Pandolfi, a director of cancer research at theBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. The centeris a patient care, teaching and research affiliate of Harvard Medical School.

Find vegan beers, Baileys and brandy at new Budapest pub

Night of Coffeehouses

Sweet talk and laughter — German sayings involving forests and trees

Szabad Bistro is a welcome venture for vegans in Budapest looking to eat and drink in a casual environment. Besides focusing on food free from meat and dairy products, here beer and even Baileys are prepared according to vegan guidelines.

The newly opened Szabad Bistro breaks away from this trend by featuring a strong line of drinks that haven’t been in contact with animal products, such as gelatine, during the manufacturing process.

You can ask for different types of craft beers, pálinka and Baileys made with almond milk.

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fter last year’s successful debut, cultural event Coffeehouse Night returns on 17 May. Its aim is to promote Budapest’s proud legacy in the genre.

Free events, such as concerts, barista workshops and talks, are being held all over the city.

They also have a host of wonderful sayings and phrases revolving around forests and trees, with one that involves shouting into the woods.

Evergreens are part and parcel of German forests — and their language.

Wald, the German term for forest, or Baum (tree), are words that crop up in many everyday German sayings and phrases. Some expressions are selfexplanatory, like not seeing the forest for the trees. Others, like "einen Ast lachen" (literally, laugh a branch), which means to be convulsed with laughter, and "Süssholz raspeln" (literally, grating licorice root), which means sweet-talking someone, may sound a bit odd to non-native ears.

Click on the above picture gallery for more German phrases that utilize the terminology — and imagery — of the forest. And when youʼre done, check out more articles in theMeet The Germans seriesto find more about German culture, language and lifestyle.

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Louvre pyramid architect I.M. Pei dies He was best known for his renovation of the Louvre in Paris

Architect I.M. Pei, one of the most famous and prolific architects of the 20th century, has died at the age of 102. He was best known for his renovation of the Louvre in Paris, which at first attracted huge criticism.

Architect I.M. Pei, who found fame employing a modern style on numerous high-profile projects over more than six decades, has died at the age of 102, the New York Times reported Thursday. The Chineseborn Pei — who masterminded construction of the Louvre pyramid as part of the art galleryʼs extensive renovation in the 1980s — was said to have died overnight. The son of a prominent banker in China, the young Ieoh Ming Pei moved to the

US in 1935 to study architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. After teaching and working for the US government, he started work for a New York developer in 1948 and opened his own firm in 1955. Peiʼs portfolio included museums, public buildings and company headquarters around the world, including the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong and the Athensʼ Museum of Modern Art.

Defending against floods in Bosnia and Herzegovina Project goal: Flood protection and adaptation to climate change-related extreme weather in the Vrbas River Basin Project details: Development of an early-warning system and emergency response plans, reduction of flood risk through construction, as well as management and disaster response training Partner:Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations of Bosnia and Herzegovina,Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, and Ecology of Republika Srpska,Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Water-Management and Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture,Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of Republika Srpska,Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism Project duration: March 2015 - March 2020, with continuation under consideration Catastrophic floods in 2014 forced 90,000 people to relocate, killed more than 20 and left Bosnia and Herzegovina traumatized. The scale of the damage was so extreme the small countryʼs economy shrank by 15%. And climate change is only expected to bring more extreme weather, and more devastating high waters. Now, for the first time, Bosnia and Herzegovina is to have a flood management system to avoid a repeat of the devastation five years ago. The project could provide a model for other vulnerable areas in the region.

Sandy Lupa Beach reopens for summer

Meet the athletes taking action on climate change Thereʼs no doubting the fact thatclimate changeand sport are intrinsically linked, with sportsmen and women seeing the impacts first-hand, whether onthe ice, in the oceanor simply by observing the plastic wasteleft behind after a match. These are just a few of the athletes stepping up and spreading awareness of the impacts of climate change and pollution. Will Gadd isnʼt just a world-class athlete and adventurer: heʼs using his profile to draw attention to the threat of climate change and is even helping climate scientists collect valuable data from some of the worldʼs most difficult-toreach places. The Canadian was

named a UN Environment Mountain Hero for helping scientists better understand how the Arctic ice is changing. Gadd set out to explore beneath the Greenland ice cap by undertaking a dangerous climb down moulins — vertical ice shafts which carry surface water towards the bedrock of glaciers. Although the Greenland ice sheet is the second biggest in the world, it is also the most understudied, meaning Gaddʼs trip was particularly useful for researchers. Other than exploring glaciers in the name of science, Gadd is best known as the first person to ice climb up Niagara Falls.

This weekend, for the third year running, Lupa Beach opens on the waterfront near Budakalász, just north of Budapest. And even if it isn’t quite swimsuit weather just yet, there are plenty of sports and other attractions to entertain the whole family. The sun might still be looking for his hat, but Lupa Beach is all ready for summer. This waterside leisure park and sports centre is one of the best features of Budapest from May to September.

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Renovated Museum of Fine Arts to Open on 31 October AFTER MORE THAN THREE YEARS OF RENOVATION, THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS BUDAPEST WILL OPEN ON 31 OCTOBER. NOW OPEN TO PUBLIC Thanks to the largest-scale and most comprehensive reconstruction project in the museum’s history, the museum building has been renewed, and, returning to the collection’s first concept, the museum’s permanent exhibitions will also be rearranged. Besides the new permanent exhibitions, the revamped museum will welcome visitors with a chamber exhibition titled Leonardo & the Budapest Horse and Rider. The museum reconstruction, implemented within the framework of the Liget Budapest Project, included the restoration of the Romanesque Hall, which sustained severe damage in World War II and since then had been only partially renovated and used as a storage area, along with the modernisation of the building’s obsolete heating system, the installation of air conditioning in some of the exhibition halls, the renewal of a large part of the roof structure, as well as the addition of new exhibition spaces, visitor areas and modern storage facilities.

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Diamond League Doha: Dina Asher-Smith wants to avoid World Championships hiccup

European sprint-double champion Dina Asher-Smith will use Fridayʼs opening Diamond League event in Doha to avoid any "curveballs" when she returns for Septemberʼs World Championships. The Briton, 23, is looking to build on her 2018 success, when she won 100m gold in Berlin, then became the first British woman to run under 22 seconds in taking the 200m European title. "I want to have a dry run," she said. "Itʼs a chance to be inside the stadium and experience the climate." How to follow the Diamond League on the BBCBBCʼs 2019 athletics calendarAsher-Smith completes individual sprint double

Danny Cipriani: Gloucester fly-half signs new contract

Gloucester fly-half Danny Cipriani has signed a new contract with the Premiership club. The 31-year-old is believed to have agreed a three-year deal, which could see the England international end his career at Kingsholm. The former Sale Sharks back joined the Cherry and Whites from top-flight rivals Wasps last summer.

Cipriani, who has 16 caps, has been in fine form this season, helping Gloucester to third in the table. After a three-year absence from the national side, he was recalled to Englandʼs squad last summer but has not featured for Eddie Jonesʼ team since Juneʼsthird Test against South Africa.

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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.

Uli Hoeness takes center stage at football discussion lacking diversity Hoeness dominates any room he enters

Bayern Munich President Uli Hoeness and Schalkeʼs Clemens Tönnies were part of a panel at Bonnʼs academy for research and teaching talking about the role of football in Germany.

Truly excellent discussion panels are few and far between. Listening to Uli Hoeness, President of Bayern Munich, Clemens Tönnies, chairman of the board at Schalke, and Bishop Dr. Franz-Josef Overbeck talk about the role of football in Germany and whether the sport could be considered a social glue sadly delivered far less than its promising title. In the end, three white men over the age of 55 skirted over the topic at hand, which was perhaps inevitable given that Uli Hoeness made sure he took centre stage. Hoeness dominates any room he enters. Regularly pleading

the words of forgiveness and honesty for his near €30 million tax evasion bill, Hoeness arrives with the confidence of a man who knows his power. He recalled times when he was a player and beers were drunk at Oktoberfest after a morning training session. He said how a Super League would never happen for Bayern if it meant the loss of a Bundesliga Saturday, how to compete with teams like Manchester City if it meant spending transfer fees he wasn’t keen on, and why it was a huge shame that Germany, a country so rich, didn’t want to a host an Olympics.

Franck Ribery on leaving Bayern Munich: ʼI was the best player in Europe, it was fantasticʼ After 12 years in Munich, Franck Ribery is set to leave Bayern at the end of the season. The winger sat down with DW to speaki about his trophy-laden time with the club and explain why itʼs so difficult to say goodbye.

Franck Ribery has called Munich home for over a decade. His family has settled in Grünwald, a leafy suburb on the bank of the River Isar and theenigmatic winger has imprinted his DNA on Bayern Munichʼs storied history. But following theGerman Cup final on May 25th, Ribery will be

saying goodbye. His time with Bayern is coming to a close, the realities of age and circumstance are unavoidable as the club moves on from a golden era that Ribery has been central to. Eight Bundesliga titles (potentially nine after this coming Saturday, and a Bundesliga record), five German Cups (potentially six), a Champions League title and a European player of the year award means a rich legacy will be left behind and remembered in the annals of Bayern forever. But that doesnʼt make the farewell any easier.