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Fighting kills 40 in east Ukraine

Separatist rebels in eastern Ukraine reported heavy casualties on Tuesday after a second day of fighting with government forces, as authorities in Kiev vowed to continue the military offensive "until not a single terrorist" was left.

Slight rise in Chinese immigrants to developed economies

2013-06-14 15:15

The number of Chinese immigrants to developed economies has picked up slightly from 2009, and made China the "leading country of origin" according to a report published on Thursday in Brussels.

Anti-G8 protests aim for Canary Wharf banking district

2013-06-14 06:35

Activists plan a show of "civil disobedience" in the heart of London's Canary Wharf financial district on Friday to protest against capitalism ahead of next week's G8 summit.

EU seeks WTO ruling over steel

2013-06-14 06:15

The European Union on Thursday requested for consultations with China on the latter's measures on anti-dumping duties on Certain "HP-SSST" from the EU. China to properly handle steel tube dispute

Czech police detain prime minister's aid

2013-06-13 21:06

Police from the Czech Republic's organised crime unit on Thursday detained a senior aide to Prime Minister Petr Necas, in raids on several government offices that were confirmed by police and ministry officials.

Turkish PM issues 'last warning' for protesters

2013-06-13 20:43

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday issued a "last warning" to thousands of protesters occupying Gezi Park of Istanbul, calling on them to evacuate the center of the nationwide demonstrations.

French railway traffic hit by two-day strike

2013-06-13 20:20

A two-day railway strike affected heavily flows on rails across France, triggering trips cancellations and long delays on Thursday, according to the state-owned railway company SNCF.

EU seeks answers on US data spying

2013-06-13 07:44

The European Union's chief justice official has written to the U.S. attorney general demanding an explanation for the collection of foreign nationals' data through its Prism spy programme.

Netherlands opposes EU duties on Chinese solar panels: FM

2013-06-12 15:23

The Netherlands is opposed to the European Union's (EU) decision to slap provisional anti-dumping duties on Chinese solar panels.

Volkswagen recalls almost 26,000 cars in Australia

2013-06-12 15:20

Automobile maker Volkswagen AG will recall almost 26,000 cars in Australia in response to potential gearbox problems.

Turkish police fight protesters, clear square

2013-06-12 15:20

Turkish riot police fought running battles with protesters, clearing the central Istanbul square in a show of force that risked ratcheting up tensions.

Greeks shocked as state broadcaster is shut

2013-06-12 15:20

Greece announced the closure of its state broadcaster out of the blue on Tuesday, one of the most drastic measures yet in its struggle to shore up its bankrupt state finances and meet the terms of an international bailout.

Pope laments 'gay lobby,' corruption in Vatican

2013-06-12 15:20

ope Francis has acknowledged the existence of a "gay lobby" and a "stream of corruption" in the Vatican.

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