Daily Bulletin | 02.11.2012, 19:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 02.11.2012 | 19:30 UTC News Syria Syrian rebels claim key town amid 'execution' allegations A Syrian opposition group says rebel forces have captured a key town in the north of the country. This comes amid reports of rebels beating and executing captured Syrian government soldiers. There are still ways to end Syrian violence Natural Disasters Frustration growing over Sandy fallout Fuel shortages, power outages and a slow recovery process have left many of Sandy's victims upset. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has added to the frustration by deciding to go forward with Sunday's marathon. Back to 'normal' Elections Obama, Romney refocus on campaign grit after Sandy storm Over 4 million people are without power in the US, with the death toll from Hurricane Sandy still rising. Yet Barack Obama and Mitt Romney have had to return their focus to Tuesday's presidential election. Obama gets back on campaign trail 'Europe is not the main focus anymore' Diplomacy Westerwelle visits Nigeria to discuss Boko Haram Continuing his trip through West Africa, German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle has paid a visit to Nigeria. He discussed the al Qaeda-linked group Boko Haram with the country's leaders. Nigeria's security forces accused of rights abuses European Union EU commissioner defends draft long-term budget hike A member of the EU Commission has called on Britain to declare whether it intends to remain part of the bloc in the long term. The comments come as part of an ongoing debate over proposed increases in the EU's budget. Energy Merkel hosts meeting to plan Germany's energy future German politicians have gathered in Berlin to discuss the country's future energy policy. As the shift to renewable energy begins, old electricity plants will be activated during the winter months as demand increases. EU questions safety of German nuclear reactors Court Cases Former Ivory Coast president fit for trial The Ivory Coast's former president has been deemed fit to stand trial for crimes against humanity. Doctors say special measures may have to be granted during the proceedings. ICC – 10 years of seeking justice for war crimes Business Foreign Aid World Bank endorses first grant to Myanmar in 25 years The World Bank has approved a multi-million-dollar grant for Myanmar to support reform endeavors in the country formally known as Burma. It's the first financial aid provided to the nation in over two decades. Newsletters More DW DISCOVER GERMANY – The Travel Guide on Facebook Discover Germany is your ticket to the beauty and diversity of Deutschland. From local traditions to national monuments, come join the discussion on Facebook and get the insider tips that only DW's experts can deliver. 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