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Defiance and Charm: A Measured First Week for New Greek Leader

Syriza's victory in the recent Greek elections set off a wave of concern in Europe. But even as the new prime minister tries to woo other leaders, his left-wing government is already busy getting down to work. Many of its first moves have been the right ones. By Manfred Ertel, Julia Amalia Heyer, Walter Mayr and Juliane von Mittelstaedt more... [ Comment ]

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'Uncertain Radiological Threat'US Navy Sailors Search for Justice after Fukushima Mission

In March of 2011, the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan rushed to Japan to help after the disastrous tsunami. Since then, many sailors from that ship have fallen ill, possibly as a result of exposure to radiation from the Fukushima nuclear meltdown. They will soon have their day in court. By Alexander Osang more... [ Comment ]

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The Last Days of Annie BusA Chronicle of Dutch Euthanasia

Annie Bus of the Netherlands suffered from horrendous pain and paralysis, but not from a terminal illness. She wanted to die anyway. The story of how she got her wish demonstrates how difficult it is to set boundaries in a country that permits assisted suicide. By Laura Höflingermore... [ Comment ]

02/05/2015 from aeagle: This is a beautiful article which describes in human and common day to day words the numerous... more...

OpinionIt's Time To Compromise on Greece

Syriza's victory in Greece makes it clearer than ever that a new approach is needed in Europe. Chancellor Merkel, in particular, must show flexibility in the search for compromise with Greek Prime Minister Tsipras. If they can't agree, Europe is in trouble. By Dirk Kurbjuweitmore... [ Comment ]

02/05/2015 from zkkhan: Germans have been forgiven for so much in their own history that they should also be capable of... more...

Greece's New Economics Minister'Europe Doesn't Need To Be Afraid'

Greece wants to remain in the euro zone, but Athens wishes to renegotiate everything relating to the current austerity regime. SPIEGEL spoke with Economics Minister Giorgios Stathakis about how the new government intends to address that challenge. Interview by Manfred Ertel more... [ Comment ]

02/03/2015 from peter.clarke.1671: As in the aftermath of World War II, the Allies, remembering the disastrous consequences of German...more...

European Parliament President Schulz'Greek Voters Should Be Realistic'

Newly elected Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has promised to free his country from the strict demands of its European creditors. In a SPIEGEL interview, European Parliament President Martin Schulz says there is room for compromise, but warns Athens must tread carefully. Interview by Nikolaus Blome and Christoph Schult more... [ Comment ]

Merkel's Unintended Creation: Could Tsipras' Win Upset Balance of Power in Europe?

02/05/2015 from spon-facebook-1270454953: The Greeks spent themselves into this hole. Now, they want everyone to just let them have a free... more...

OpinionHow to Stabilize Ukraine without Playing Putin's Game

In an editorial, the head of the Munich Security Conference warns that Russian refusal to help implement the Minsk agreement may leave Western countries with no choice but to deliver defense equipment to Kiev -- and Moscow should be fully aware of the responsibility it would then carry. By Wolfgang Ischinger more... [ Comment ]

02/05/2015 from redbaron616: The West is responsible for the Ukraine mess. Remember that the West backed a mob to overthrow a... more...

Merkel's Unintended CreationCould Tsipras' Win Upset Balance of Power in Europe?

Greek election victor Alexis Tsipras wants an entirely different Europe from the one envisioned by Angela Merkel. His success is likely to stoke anger over Germany's EU dominance. Leaders in France and Italy are also hoping for an end to austerity. By SPIEGEL Staff more... [ Comment ]

02/05/2015 from Constantinos: Following comment was sent yesterday night, please disregard this e-mail, if you have received it... more...

Ghost ShipsTurkey Becomes Springboard for Syrians Heading to Europe

Turkey has become a hub for human traffickers, with freighters picking up Syrians in the port city and smuggling them on to Europe. It's a lucrative business built on the hardships of others. By SPIEGEL Staffmore... [ Comment ]

02/03/2015 from dtechba: Where does Asimpleguest get the news? Neither the USA or any European country attacked Syria. The... more...

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