From the Heart of Europe | 06.12.2012, 15:00 UTC

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From the Heart of Europe 06.12.2012 | 15:00 UTC Business Banking ECB holds key lending rate despite bleaker outlook The European Central Bank has left borrowing costs in the euro area unchanged. But it has also reiterated its resolve to help debt-stricken nations, with its new bond-buying program yet to be tapped. Taxes EU pushes for crackdown on tax evasion The European Union executive Commission has unveiled details of a plan to curb massive tax evasion and avoidance. The plan urges EU members to crack down on tax havens and close legal loopholes. Germany, a safe haven for money laundering Greece fights eternal battle against tax evasion Housing Rental housing shortage a reality, German lobbyists say The German Tenants' Association (DMB) has warned there's a dire lack of affordable housing across the country. It's called on the government to fix the problem with more subsidies and development funds. Banking Deutsche Bank accused of hiding huge losses Deutsche Bank misvalued a giant derivatives' position, in an attempt to avoid a bailout in 2007, the Financial Times has reported. The allegation hails from three former employees, but is dismissed as untrue by the bank. World Housing Evictions in Spain prompt spate of suicides In Spain, several recent suicides have prompted authorities to declare a two-year moratorium on some home repossessions, for humanitarian reasons. But others still face losing their homes, and public anger is growing. Listen to the report from Madrid In lieu of money, jobless Spanish exchange time Madrid's 'slum of shame' faces uncertain future Maverick mayor seeks socialist utopia in Andalusia Language A day in the life of an EU interpreter Interpreters oil the wheels of the EU machine, ensuring that people from all 27 member states can communicate effectively with one another. But it's a skill few people are able to master, as DW found out. Listen to the report from Brussels EU targets jargon with clear writing campaign A day in the life of an MEP Single-seat debate heats up in EU Justice Dutch ready to revoke blasphemy law While some countries convict people for blasphemy and tighten laws concerning insulting religions, the Netherlands aims to strike blasphemy from the books. But the Dutch are going to make one royal exception. Germany debates blasphemy law Muslim nations tiptoe between commerce and religion Turkish musician in court for insulting Islam News Shipping Cargo ship sinks off Rotterdam after collision, four dead After a collision off the coast of the Netherlands, a cargo ship called the Baltic Ace has sunk. Four people have been pulled dead from the water, while others are still reported missing. Afghanistan NATO discusses Afghanistan's future after troop withdrawal NATO foreign ministers have tackled the problem of Afghanistan's future after the alliance withdraws its troops in 2014. Germany has warned of possible chaos after the end of the combat mission. Aviation EU updates 'air safety list:' Eritrea banned, Mauritania OK The European Commission has updated its list of airlines subject to bans within the EU to include airlines certified in Eritrea. Previously banned airlines from Mauritania have been removed from the ban list. Safety conflict at Europe's flight safety agency   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012