Daily Bulletin | 24.05.2012, 18:30 UTC

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Daily Bulletin 24.05.2012 | 18:30 UTC News Elections Egyptians vote in second day of presidential election In a second day of voting, Egyptians went to the polls to choose their president. The military regime has promised to turn over power to a civilian government by July, but the powers of the president remain undefined. Egyptians Vote in Landmark Presidential Election Economy trumps religion in Egypt's election Iran Iran and world powers agree to further nuclear talks Negotiators have agreed to reconvene in Moscow next month for another round of talks on Iran's contentious nuclear program. The difficult talks faltered over issues like uranium enrichment and sanctions. Politics After the summit, European economic wranglings roll on Dutch parliamentarians have officially approved the eurozone's new rainy-day fund, while their German counterparts are debating another cost-cutting bill. Meanwhile, the head of the ECB issued a rallying call in Italy. Merkel seeks opposition support for EU treaty Human Rights Amnesty accuses Security Council of leadership failure In its most recent annual report, Amnesty International has accused the global community of failing to act against human rights abuses, singling out the UN Security Council for being motivated by economic interests. Amnesty International publishes annual report Amnesty challenges Security Council on weapons exports China Blind activist's brother also slips house arrest in China Chen Guangcheng is now in the US after his dramatic escape and the subsequent diplomatic spat. But his elder brother is now on the run in the capital Beijing - seeking to help his imprisoned son. Blind Chinese dissident takes a rest in New York Europe Hungary amends media law but critics not satisfied The Hungarian parliament has amended a media law to restore a journalist's right to protect sources. However, it seems unlikely that the changes will be enough to satisfy the conservative government's critics. 'No cure-all' to improve press freedom in Europe Protests More opposition protesters arrested in Baku The run-up to Saturday's Eurovision song contest in Azerbaijan continues to be overshadowed by the authorities' crackdown on dissent. Dozens more protesters have been arrested in Baku. Grabbing the Eurovision spotlight Business Auto Industry Carmaker BMW doubles capacity in China with new plant German automaker BMW has boosted its production in China with the opening of a second facility in the northeastern city of Shenyang. China already is the company's most important market - with awesome potential ahead. Newsletters More DW Public online voting for DW's 2012 KLICK! photo competition Online voting for DW's photo competition "KLICK! Your view of culture and education" is underway! Check out a selection of photos submitted by contestants from more than 30 countries and pick your favorite now!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2012