Europe

All eyes on Tymoshenko after Ukraine presidential poll

Ukraine is waiting for Yulia Tymoshenko to either contest the outcome of Sunday's presidential vote or concede defeat after narrowly ...

What is the European Commission?

The European Commission's direction in the next few months could change the political make-up of Europe for years to come. ...

European Commission faces vote of confidence in EU Parliament

The European Parliament is expected to approve a new slate of commissioners for a five-year term on Tuesday, and Commission ...

Culture & Lifestyle

German rapper Bushido tones down vile rhetoric in image remake

Germany’s most infamous gangsta rapper is making headlines again. But this time, its not because of an offensive comment or a banned record – its because he seems to be growing up.

Germany

German welfare law unconstitutional

Germany’s highest court on Tuesday declared unconstitutional the country’s long-term social welfare benefit, known as Hartz IV. The ruling is expected to cost taxpayers billions in added costs.

World

German director lays foundations for opera house in Africa

Berlin director Christoph Schlingensief has begun what may be his most ambitious project yet: building an opera house in the heart of the African savannah.