Topic: Germany

Europeans set low expectations for Iran talks

Historic negotiations set for Oct. 1 will showcase an emboldeneded Tehran angling to buy more time to develop its nuclear capabilities, European analysts say.

Europe's $57 billion plan to put windmills in the ocean

Though questions remain about how to bring electricity to shore, Europe sees offshore wind power as a crucial component in its effort to reduce carbon emissions.

US will join talks with Iran

But the Oct. 1 meeting may simply set the stage for the US to seek tougher sanctions against Tehran for its nuclear program.

Opinion: America's got to end its deadly devotion to democracy

Washington needs to rid itself of the politically correct attitude that all nations are capable of becoming sustainable democracies.

Friends Like These

Not content with Facebook, a writer travels the globe to catch up with 12 childhood pals.

Tepid TV debate for Germany's top office declared a draw

'Yes, we yawn!' one local newspaper mocked Monday's mild face-off between Chancellor Angela Merkel and Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Jupiter captures a comet, briefly

Opel deal could bring Russian economy in from cold

The sale of GM's European unit to a Canadian-Russian consortium could help diversify Russia's energy-focused economy.

Iran nuclear proposal rejected as Russia dismisses sanctions

President Obama had hoped to pressure Iran by building international consensus on tougher sanctions.

US official disavows 'artificial deadlines' for action on Iran

Susan Rice, US ambassador to the UN, sounded less strident Friday in addressing Iran’s nuclear program than Secretary of State Clinton has.

Money Daily Brief: China's economy growing faster

9/11 – still a call for comfort

A Christian Science perspective.

Amid British furor over Afghan rescue mission, war support plummets

The day after New York Times reporter Stephen Farrell was released by British commandos, a new poll finds growing opposition to the UK's troop commitment to the war.

President Obama may be slumping at home, but he's surging in Europe

The US president's approval rating in Europe is 86 percent, even as he faces assaults from the right at home. But can he use that to advance his policy goals?

How a picnic led to the fall of the Berlin Wall

Twenty years ago today, Hungary decided to test its allies' mood by opening its border, allowing thousands of East Germans to escape.

Afghan group condemns 'double standard' in commando strike

The media group blames British soldiers in a raid that rescued New York Times journalist Stephen Farrell and killed assistant Sultan Munadi.

Germany: Fake candidate polls well

US: Iran may have fuel for crude nuclear weapon

The news comes ahead of a Sept. 23 deadline set by the US for Iran to agree to talks.

Raid to free reporters in Afghanistan second guessed

A negotiated release was possible says Red Cross, but released New York Times reporter Stephen Farrell said the conditions of their captivity were growing "menacing."

In Fed's book, job market shifting from bad to beige

Although the job market seems to be looking slightly better, an actual increase in jobs may not show up until around the end of the year.

Germany’s Merkel under siege after Afghanistan airstrike

The deadliest use of force by German troops since World War II has ignited a debate among an increasingly skeptical electorate.

NATO admits Afghan airstrike killed civilians

Feeding the controversy, the Taliban joined Western nations in calling for an investigation into the Sept. 4 attack in Kunduz Province.

Reporter succeeds where UN failed: Rwanda militia website closed

FDLR militia group's website in Europe shut down after German newspaper raised questions.

Austria: Yodeling echoes beyond kitsch