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Papal Election Reflects Changing Demographics Of Catholic Church
Will Pope Benedict XVI’s successor be the first non-European elected to title in Papal election?
Tweet Your Ambassadors: EU and US Team-up
Ambassadors of European Union and United States get together for twitter session that reflects a much changed relationship. US and EU cooperation is vital.
First Lady Becoming French Children’s Champion
Partner of President, Valerie Trierweiler, seeks to become global French Children’s Champion for youth rights using stage to highlight plight of world’s children
US and EU: Valentine’s Day Lovers
Valentine’s day is an opportunity for US and EU show their love as centers of democratic world. Economic talks are continuing towards major deal.
Skepticism Marks Cyprus Election Despite Island’s Problems
New scepticism marks Cyprus elections that are met with apathy as island faces economic perils
Dictatorship Jails Russia Opposition Leader Udaltsov
Dictatorship in midst of worst crackdown since Soviet Union as it jails Russia opposition leader Udaltsov: Russia opposition find violent government intent on killing, jailing population
Germany’s Merkel Loses Key Ally Ahead of Elections
German’s Iron Chancellor Angela Merkel loses key ally in unusual plagiarism scandal: Germany chancellor loses steam as key Europe unity talks gather pace
India’s Rising Star Modi Gets Crucial European Support
Hindu India politician Modi gets crucial European support on tour to raise his political standing: India political star is disliked by some for his actions during anti-Muslim riots
Cartoon Series Takes Aim at Belarus Dictatorship
Dictatorship cartoon lampoons and takes aim at Belarus dictatorship, last dictatorship in Europe