Around the Globe | 12.10.2012, 16:00 UTC

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Around the Globe 12.10.2012 | 16:00 UTC Mexico Mexicans face nightmare of abductions A spate of kidnappings has added a new dimension to the violence in Mexico. Police and politicians are often powerless to react due to rampant corruption and bureaucratic obstacles. The war on drugs: Peña Nieto's Herculean task Mexico: back to the future Mexican journalist on the run Defense The Pentagon's pivot problems Amid recent territorial tensions between China and Japan, the US is trying to reassure its allies in the region without alarming China. However, the Pentagon risks missing out on tangible results, writes Richard Weitz. Arab World A borderline war The crisis in Syria is in danger of drawing in neighboring countries. Despite the Syrian government's immediate apology, the shelling on the Turkish border has led to concerns about possible escalation. Not a war, but punishment 'A limited intervention is conceivable' Shell-shocked Turkey readies for Syria conflict Refugees Europe's uncoordinated refugee policy Refugees to Europe can count their blessings - or not - depending on which country they arrive in. There are still major differences between the European Union states in asylum policy and standards at refugee camps. International Relations Germany and Russia's love-hate millennium German-Russian relations are not exactly amicable at the moment. But a new Berlin exhibition shows that over the past 1,000 years Germany and Russia were not always enemies. At times, they were even good friends. German mind and Russian soul Napoleon returns to Russia 200 years after defeat Pieper: 'Situation in Russia makes me queasy' Death match in the shadow of war Civil Rights Jailed Cambodian activist says fight must go on Cambodian government critic Mam Sonando was sentenced to 20 years in jail on charges of inciting a "secessionist" movement. Many are calling it a government warning against protests. Cambodian wildlife endangered by land concessions Cambodians turn to social media to voice dissent Saving arts nearly wiped out by Khmer Rouge Finance Would a wealth tax be effective? Germans are caught up in a heated debate over whether to reintroduce a wealth tax eliminated in 1997. New taxes for the rich to help reduce national deficits are an issue in many European countries. Thousands around Germany demand wealth tax Hollande cuts against grain to reduce French deficit No tax, no church perks, German court rules Environment Corals at the mercy of storms and starfish According to a new study, Australia has lost half its coral reefs. But the main cause of the damage is not climate change, but storms and a starfish. Australia: Growing concern about the Great Barrier Reef Living prehistoric animals - the wonders of Autralia's Great Barrier Reef World Heritage: a universal list Marine problems cost world billions, study says German scientists discover wonders of Great Barrier Reef More DW Discover more with the DW Media Center! An all-access pass to DW's audio, video and multimedia content that you can use anytime and anywhere. The DW Media Center ensures that you will never miss any of your favorite DW shows.   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012