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Friday, December 21, 2012

Around the Globe | 21.12.2012, 17:00 UTC

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Europe
'The idea of Europe was a saving grace'
As someone who first saw Europe as a soldier in World War II, Canadian historian Robert Spencer is deeply disturbed by the current crisis. He says Europe needs leadership to avoid a comeback of national politics.
Syria
'The Syrian opposition must get its act together'
Former EU diplomat Marc Pierini sees some progress on resolving the bloody impasse in Syria - as long as the Syrian National Coalition becomes a serious government in exile, and Russia drops its support for Assad.
Justice
Jalloh verdict leaves unanswered questions
Almost eight years ago, asylum seeker Oury Jalloh died in a Dessau police station after his mattress caught fire. Officials are said to have ignored his cries for help. Now, a German court has handed down its verdict.
United States
Should the US focus on 'global swing states'?
To uphold international order, the United States should concentrate its attention on four countries, say experts from two American think tanks. They call Brazil, India, Indonesia and Turkey the "global swing states."
International Relations
Sea spats prompt Indian thoughts on China
With China's growing status, India's political elite is under pressure to assert regional power, particularly at sea. Some analysts believe Chinese and Indian interests need not be mutually exclusive.
Music
Myanmar band writes music history in Germany
A performance in Germany was unimaginable for the band Side Effect. Until just a short time ago, they were still living in an isolated country. But with Myanmar becoming more open, cultural exchange is now possible.
Banking
Deutsche Bank fails to change its culture
Already struggling with a bad reputation for past banking practices, Deutsche Bank has suffered another blow in the effort to polish its image. Top brass at Germany's largest bank are under investigation for tax evasion.
Women
Berlin's refuge from arranged marriages
A shelter in Berlin caters to young women who want to escape arranged marriage and family abuse. With such families unlikely to change their attitudes, the best option is for the girls to leave, says the shelter.
More DW
Those Germans
Punctual and unfashionable, orderly and up-tight–there are lots of clichés about Germans. DW will throw all that into question with the multimedia special "Those Germans" starting November 21.

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