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Saturday, October 27, 2012

Daily Bulletin | 27.10.2012, 18:30 UTC

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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!
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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.
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