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Mr. Powell was a self-taught furniture designer who, working largely out of the public eye, produced elegant, sculptural pieces that are highly prized by collectors.»

Germany's ambassador to the United Nations Thomas Matussek says that momentum is growing to end the impasse that has long blocked the launch of formal negotiations on expanding the body's Security Council.»

One in six Bulgarian officials since 1990 had ties to the secret police during communism, concluded a parliamentary study. But Bulgarians aren't interested in hearing about their politicians' pasts.»

Daniel Barenboim's Israeli-Palestinian orchestra is set to perform a Wagner opera in a former Nazi venue in Berlin. The proceeds will go towards building a concert hall in the Palestinian city of Ramallah.»

German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Saturday, March 15, called for "peaceful and direct" dialogue between Beijing and the Tibetan spiritual leader over the ongoing unrest in the region.»

Germany's five Formula One drivers may not stand much chance of winning the World Championship this season but the mantle of best driver in the country is still up for grabs.»

At a recent international conference in Berlin on online journalism, DW-WORLD.DE asked Michael Rediske from the German Section of Reporters without Borders if Internet reporting has changed all the rules.»

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sojourn: to dwell for a time; also, a temporary stay.»

Even with the high level of anticipation, this year's Cheltenham Festival delivered all that it promised, writes Eddie Fremantle»