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London HIV patient becomes world's second to be cleared of AIDS virus: Doctors

An HIV-positive man in Britain has become the second known adult worldwide to be cleared of the AIDS virus after he received a bone marrow transplant from an HIV resistant donor, his doctors said.

Mar 5, 2019

Germany to strip IS fighters of citizenship under certain criteria - report

US President Donald Trump had last month urged Britain, France and Germany to take back more than 800 captured Islamic State fighters and put them on trial.

Mar 4, 2019

Suspicious packages sent to foreign consulates, embassies in Australia

"The packages are being examined by attending emergency services," the Australian Federal Police (AFP) said in a short statement without providing further details.

Jan 9, 2019

Massive data hack hits Angela Merkel, scores of German politicians

Hackers reveal hundreds of German politicians' personal data, including credit card details and mobile phone numbers.

Jan 4, 2019

Oil helps European stocks rise while tobacco goes up in smoke

European shares bounced back on Monday thanks to strong oil stocks, while tobacco firms were dented by new signs of regulators tightening the screws on menthol cigarettes.

Nov 12, 2018

German Chancellor Angela Merkel will not seek re-election as CDU party chair: Sources

Merkel, 64, has been chairwoman of her conservative Christian Democrats (CDU) since 2000 and chancellor since 2005.

Oct 30, 2018

Former Adidas AG executive found guilty in US college basketball bribery scheme

James Gatto, former head of global sports marketing for basketball at the athletic wear company, was convicted of wire fraud by a jury in Manhattan federal court.

Oct 25, 2018

India ranked 58th most competitive economy in WEF index; US tops the list

Other countries in the top 10 include Switzerland (4th), Japan (5th), Netherlands (6th), Hong Kong (7th), United Kingdom (8th), Sweden (9th) and Denmark (10th).

Oct 17, 2018

G-4 leaders from India, Brazil, Germany and Japan plan to review UN Security Council reform

The four countries of the G-4 advocate for Council reform and mutually support each other for a permanent seat on an expanded Council.

Sep 26, 2018

Snuff out 'any whiff' of resurgent anti-Semitism, says Pope Francis

Pope Francis said on Sunday that society should be vigilant for "any whiff" of resurgent anti-Semitism, calling for new generations to be taught the horrors of the Holocaust.IN

Sep 24, 2018

India, Germany sign MoA on skill development in vocational education and training

According to a note issued by the German Embassy, students who complete specific training courses in India will get a certificate that it is recognised in India as well as in Germany.

Sep 18, 2018

Google powered by Finnish winds: Tech giant signs 10-year deal to buy renewable energy

Google said it has signed a 10-year deal to buy renewable energy from three new wind farms that are being built in Finland and which will power one of its data centers.

Sep 11, 2018

Germany aims to achieve full employment by 2025; targets debt reduction

Merkel said the government would use its 2019 budget - due to be debated in parliament next week - to invest in helping the long-term unemployed get back to work with a view to achieving full employment by 2025.

Sep 8, 2018

After Netflix and Amazon, YouTube to produce its own shows for India

Alphabet Inc's YouTube is creating scripted series and other original programing for international markets including France, Germany, Japan, Mexico and India to try to draw new customers to its paid subscription service, a senior executive said on Friday.

Jul 28, 2018

Over 800 Syrian 'White Helmets' evacuated to Jordan by Israeli military on humanitarian grounds

The Israeli military said in a statement that the members of White Helmets were transferred to a neighbouring country and that the evacuation came at the request of the United States and several European countries.

Jul 22, 2018

Ramkumar Ramanathan eyes first ATP singles title; plays Steve Johnson in Newport final

The 23-year-old Indian tennis star Ramkumar Ramanathan is aiming to become the first player from India to win an ATP singles title since mentor Leander Paes prevailed in Newport 20 years ago.

Jul 22, 2018

As May's plan faces backlash, no-deal Brexit seems more likely

German business groups have asked their members to be ready for a hard Brexit, fearing Britain may not strike a deal in time. Prime Minister Theresa May has also warned of a no-deal Brexit if the government doesn't back her plan.

Jul 15, 2018

Loss of cabin pressure forces Ryanair to land in Frankfurt; 33 passengers hospitalised

Thirty-three Ryanair passengers were treated in hospital, some bleeding from their ears, after their Croatia-bound plane lost cabin pressure and made an emergency landing in Frankfurt on Friday, German police said on Saturday.

Jul 14, 2018

Ever the salesman, Trump pushes NATO allies to buy US arms

While insisting that NATO allies increase their defence budget, US President Donald Trump said he was ready to help smaller nations buy American arms and equipment after the NATO summit in Brussels.

Jul 13, 2018

Illegal ivory trade continues unchecked in 10 European countries

New York-based campaigning group Avaaz found ivory in the 109 items purchased from several European nations, indicating that restrictions on the global ivory trade are failing.

Jul 10, 2018