Daily Bulletin | 27.10.2012, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 27.10.2012 | 18:30 UTC News Myanmar Myanmar violence kills dozens, leaves thousands adrift Thousands have sought shelter in overcrowded camps in Myanmar after violence left dozens dead. Human Rights Watch has urged the government to protect Rohingya Muslims and give aid to all people in the region. Growing pains in Myanmar Myanmar political reforms elude ethnic groups Italy Berlusconi to fight for ideal judicial system Silvio Berlsuconi says he feels obliged to stay in politics after a court sentenced him to prison for tax fraud. The former prime minister originally faced four years imprisonment, which was reduced thanks to an amnesty. Berlusconi conviction divides Italians Iran European Parliament delegation cancels Iran trip A European Parliament delegation has cancelled a trip to Iran, where the MEPs had planned to meet Sakharov Prize winners Nasrin Soutoudeh and Jafar Panahi. Iranian officials refused them access to the Prize winners. Prestigious European Prize to Two Iranians Iraq Bus bomb kills Shiite pilgrims in Iraq Several Shiite pilgrims near Baghdad have been killed during an attack during one of Islam's most important holidays. Meanwhile, shootings in northern Iraq have cast a shadow over Eid al-Adha celebrations. Elections European eyes focused on Ukraine ahead of election As Ukrainians go to the polls to elect a new parliament on Sunday, European politicians will be watching with particular interest. Observers expect the government to retain its majority. Farewell democracy? Ukraine prepares for polls Armed Conflict Fighting rages on in Syria despite holiday truce A truce meant to silence the guns in Syria for a four-day Muslim festival appears to have done little to end the bloodshed. Activists say the fighting is continuing in many parts of the country. Natural Disasters US East Coast residents bunker down for Hurricane Sandy On the US East Coast, people are frantically preparing for the onslaught of Hurricane Sandy which killed more than 40 people as it passed through the Caribbean. Sandy is currently categorized as a Category 1 hurricane. US braces itself for superstorm Book Prize Georg-Büchner-Preis awarded to Felicitas Hoppe Felicitas Hoppe has won the 2012 Georg-Büchner-Preis, one of Germany's top literary awards. The 51-year-old author collected the honor on Saturday in the city of Darmstadt. Felicitas Hoppe wins big Newsletters More DW Learning by Ear – Destination: Togo! DW's multimedia edutainment program asked listeners to submit their stories about a personal event that changed their lives. The winning story will be staged in Lomé/Togo. Follow the theatre workshop online! More DW PopXport brings you the best music and the chance to win an iPod touch The new contest from PopXport takes a look at the German songs that were ranked highest around the world. Send us your favorite and you will have a chance at winning an iPod touch. More DW Kick off! Bundesliga action on Facebook The passion and the action of the Bundesliga – every game, every goal, every week. Get involved and discuss German soccer with real fans around the world. Once the last whistle has blown, we get you up to speed.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012

Newsline | 27.10.2012, 16:15 UTC

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Newsline 27.10.2012 | 16:15 UTC News Myanmar Myanmar violence kills dozens, leaves thousands adrift Thousands have sought shelter in overcrowded camps in Myanmar after violence left dozens dead. Human Rights Watch has urged the government to protect Rohingya Muslims and give aid to all people in the region. Growing pains in Myanmar Myanmar political reforms elude ethnic groups World Italy Berlusconi verdict - a short-lived victory? Silvio Berlusconi was not expecting a prison sentence. However, it merely has symbolic value since the former Italian premier most likely won't end up behind bars. The verdict could even backfire in more ways than one. Berlusconi conviction divides Italians Ex-Italian premier poised for political comeback The 'responsible' Mr. Monti lets Italy breathe again Opinion: The political clown resigns, Super Mario takes over Elections Ukraine prepares for polls Ukraine is about to elect a new parliament. But with opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko and other critics of President Viktor Yanukovych still in prison, observers warn the vote could be undemocratic. Ukraine heads toward key election The boxer who wants to save Ukraine Ukrainians' trust in politicians hits new low Ukrainian press freedom in the spotlight Justice Rebuilding the rule of law When violent conflicts have suspended the rule of law, foreign experts can help to rebuild the judicial system. But they can only be successful if they treat local partners as equals. Hague tribunal helps 'get to truth' of Balkan wars Bosnia remembers Srebrenica victims Serbia still coming to terms with Milosevic Newsletters More DW Learning by Ear – Destination: Togo! DW's multimedia edutainment program asked listeners to submit their stories about a personal event that changed their lives. The winning story will be staged in Lomé/Togo. Follow the theatre workshop online! More DW PopXport brings you the best music and the chance to win an iPod touch The new contest from PopXport takes a look at the German songs that were ranked highest around the world. Send us your favorite and you will have a chance at winning an iPod touch. More DW Kick off! Bundesliga action on Facebook The passion and the action of the Bundesliga – every game, every goal, every week. Get involved and discuss German soccer with real fans around the world. Once the last whistle has blown, we get you up to speed.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012