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With Rich History And Tax Breaks, Berlin Lures American Filmmakers

A scene from The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 takes place in the fictional capital city Panem, which was filmed in Berlin. Murray Close/Lionsgate hide caption

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With Rich History And Tax Breaks, Berlin Lures American Filmmakers

Berlin is a favorite among Hollywood's top directors and actors. In the past year, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2, Homeland and Bridge of Spies were all shot on location in the German capital.

With Rich History And Tax Breaks, Berlin Lures American Filmmakers

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As Fears Mount In Germany, Syrian Refugees Grapple With Perceptions

A family from Syria speaks with a language professional (left) about their application for asylum. Soeren Stache/EPA/Landov hide caption

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As Fears Mount In Germany, Syrian Refugees Grapple With Perceptions

After the Paris attacks, refugees in Berlin have felt increased scrutiny, as police comb their numbers for potential threats. But many Syrians there say they fear ISIS as much as their hosts do.

As Fears Mount In Germany, Syrian Refugees Grapple With Perceptions

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Fate Of Attacks' Planner Confirmed; State Of Emergency Extended

As the French government is pressured to prevent another attack, the prosecutor's office says the organizer of the attacks is dead. Tension from the attacks has spread to other European countries.

Fate Of Attacks' Planner Confirmed; State Of Emergency Extended

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Fate Of Attack Leader Is Still Unknown After Raid In Saint-Denis

Paris is still tense after Wednesday's raid on a Paris suburb. That tension has spread across Europe. Authorities in Germany have stepped up security measures after Friday's attacks in Paris.

Fate Of Attack Leader Is Still Unknown After Raid In Saint-Denis

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Increased Security Following Paris Attacks Spreads Fear In Germany

There is increased nervousness about security among the German public following the attacks in Paris Friday.

Increased Security Following Paris Attacks Spreads Fear In Germany

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Soccer Match Canceled In Germany After Bomb Threat

The investigation continues into the deadly attacks in Paris on Friday, and in Germany, a major soccer match was canceled Tuesday after a bomb threat.

Soccer Match Canceled In Germany After Bomb Threat

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As Paris Recovers From Attacks, Russia Confirms Bomb Caused Airliner Crash

Russian finally acknowledged a terrorist plot brought down a Russian jetliner over Egypt last month. In Paris, the Muslim community worries there will be a backlash against them after the attacks.

As Paris Recovers From Attacks, Russia Confirms Bomb Caused Airliner Crash

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Brother Of Man Who Died At Bataclan: 'I Want Rock And Roll' For Him

The Rolling Stones perform in June 2014 during a concert at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, outside Paris. The brother of one of the victims of Friday's terrorist attacks in Paris would like the band to return to the city for his brother's funeral. Eric Feferberg/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Brother Of Man Who Died At Bataclan: 'I Want Rock And Roll' For Him

Matthieu Mauduit is hoping to bring The Rolling Stones and David Bowie to the funeral of his brother, Cedric Mauduit, 41, an avid rock fan who was killed at a concert during the attacks in Paris.

Brother Of Man Who Died At Bataclan: 'I Want Rock And Roll' For Him

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In Paris, Some Mourners Worry About Backlash Against Muslims

Impromptu memorials for the victims of Friday's terrorist attacks have been started all over Paris. Some mourners express both sorrow for the dead and concern over a potential backlash against French Muslims. Olivier Corsan/Maxppp /Landov hide caption

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In Paris, Some Mourners Worry About Backlash Against Muslims

"It's going to be a surge of hate," says a Parisian paying his respects at one of the attack sites. "We have to be careful of that."

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In Aftermath Of Paris Attacks, France Ramps Up Border Restrictions

NPR's Soraya Sarhaddi NElson talks to Scott Simon about travel security in France after the terror attacks.

In Aftermath Of Paris Attacks, France Ramps Up Border Restrictions

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For Some Muslim Asylum-Seekers In Germany, Christianity Beckons

In Berlin, the Rev. Gottfried Martens lights a candle during a service to baptize Iranians in the Trinity Church. Iranian and Afghan converts make up most of the 900-member congregation. Markus Schreiber/AP hide caption

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For Some Muslim Asylum-Seekers In Germany, Christianity Beckons

Some Muslim migrants from Afghanistan and Iran are converting to Christianity in Germany. Skeptics claim it is a ploy to gain asylum.

For Some Muslim Asylum-Seekers In Germany, Christianity Beckons

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German Leader's Open-Door Policy For Refugees Threatens Her Political Future

German Chancellor Angela Merkel is finding herself increasingly at odds with her supposed political allies over her open-door policy for refugees.

German Leader's Open-Door Policy For Refugees Threatens Her Political Future

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As Migrants Flow In, More Europeans Question Open Borders

German police guide a group of migrants after they crossed the border between Austria and Germany near Passau, Germany, on Wednesday. The massive influx of migrants this year has stirred debate about Europe's open borders policy. Kerstin Joensson/AP hide caption

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As Migrants Flow In, More Europeans Question Open Borders

The arrival of hundreds of thousands of migrants sparks calls in Germany and elsewhere to end the open border policy that exists among many European countries.

As Migrants Flow In, More Europeans Question Open Borders

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European Leaders Develop Deportation Policy To Slow Flow Of Migrants

Germany is rejecting more asylum claims from migrants who fail to prove they are true refugees. But stepping up deportations has not discouraged migrants from making the perilous journey.

European Leaders Develop Deportation Policy To Slow Flow Of Migrants

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EU Leaders Approve Measures To Control Migrant Influx

For the second night in a row, European Union leaders approved plans aimed at controlling the influx of migrants after previously being deeply divided over a solution.

EU Leaders Approve Measures To Control Migrant Influx

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