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Europe

Germany Bans 'My Friend Cayla' Doll Over Spying Concerns

Germany has banned an interactive doll manufactured by an American company that German regulators charge can spy on children and collect personal data from them and their parents. But some consumer watchdogs say the ban alone is not enough.

Germany Bans 'My Friend Cayla' Doll Over Spying Concerns

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Politics

America's European Allies Still Seeing Mixed Messages From Trump Administration

Mike Pence addressed world leaders on his first overseas trip as vice president. But he and other administration officials at the Munich Security Conference didn't completely reassure European allies.

America's European Allies Still Seeing Mixed Messages From Trump Administration

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Europe

Pence And Mattis Commit To NATO, But Ask Europe For More Help

Vice President Mike Pence and Defense Secretary James Mattis talked at the Munich Security Conference this week. They reinforced the U.S. commitment to NATO and asked other countries to spend more.

Pence And Mattis Commit To NATO, But Ask Europe For More Help

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Europeans Look To U.S. Officials For Reassurance At Munich Conference

Senior members of the Trump administration will attend the Munich Security Conference on Friday, which is the first chance for many foreign defense and policy officials to hear directly from the new U.S. government.

Europeans Look To U.S. Officials For Reassurance At Munich Conference

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All-Female Orchestra From Afghanistan Is A Force For Change

Marjan practices at the Afghanistan National Institute of Music in Kabul. Rachel Corner/De Beeldunie hide caption

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All-Female Orchestra From Afghanistan Is A Force For Change

An orchestra composed of 30 Afghan women, ages 14 to 20, is defying stereotypes and reviving the country's musical tradition.

All-Female Orchestra From Afghanistan Is A Force For Change

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Middle East

Countries React To President Trump's Immigration Order

People in many countries rejected the ban on refugees and restrictions on citizens of 7 Muslim-majority countries. The measures added to growing frustration and concern with the new U.S. president.

Countries React To President Trump's Immigration Order

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Populist Leader Aims 'To Change Political Situation' In Germany — And Europe

Frauke Petry, leader of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party, speaks at a conference of European right-wing parties on January 21 in Koblenz, Germany. Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images hide caption

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Populist Leader Aims 'To Change Political Situation' In Germany — And Europe

Frauke Petry's Alternative for Germany party enjoys the most support of any nationalist faction in that country since World War II. Its counterparts in Europe are also seeing surges in support.

Populist Leader Aims 'To Change Political Situation' In Germany — And Europe

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European Far-Right Politicians Talk Strategy For Upcoming Elections

Frauke Petry, co-chair of Germany's Alternative for Germany party, and Marine Le Pen, who heads France's far-right National Front attended a conference of European right-wing parties in Koblenz, Germany. France, the Netherlands and Germany all face national elections this year and in each case right-wing populists are in a strong position. Thomas Lohnes/Getty Images hide caption

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European Far-Right Politicians Talk Strategy For Upcoming Elections

Far-right politicians from across Europe, drawing breath from Brexit and Donald Trump's victory, gathered in Koblenz, Germany, to map strategy for upcoming elections in their countries.

European Far-Right Politicians Talk Strategy For Upcoming Elections

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U.S. Troops Arrive In Poland, But Will Trump Keep Them There?

American soldiers are pictured during a welcome ceremony at the Polish-German border in Olszyna, Poland on January 12, 2017. U.S. troops are being deployed in Poland under Operation Atlantic Resolve. The troops will be followed by 87 tanks, 144 Bradley fighting vehicles and 2,500 vehicles being transported by land from Germany. Natalia Dobryszycka/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Parallels

U.S. Troops Arrive In Poland, But Will Trump Keep Them There?

U.S. tanks have returned to Europe to help defend Poland and Baltic states from possible Russian aggression. The Kremlin sees it as a threat.

U.S. Troops Arrive In Poland, But Will Trump Keep Them There?

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Europe

U.S. Forces Deploy To Poland In Effort To Counter Russian Aggression

The U.S. is sending tanks and soldiers to Poland and the Baltic states to counter a perceived threat from Russia. It's part of the biggest U.S. military deployment in Europe in decades.

U.S. Forces Deploy To Poland In Effort To Counter Russian Aggression

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International Manhunt Underway For Tunisian Suspect In Berlin Market Attack

German authorities have offered a reward of more than $100,000 as part of efforts to find a suspect in Monday's attack in Berlin. Twelve people were killed when a truck barreled into the market.

International Manhunt Underway For Tunisian Suspect In Berlin Market Attack

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Europe

Suspects Sought In Berlin Christmas Market Attack

German police are searching for the person behind Monday's attack on the market in Berlin, which left 12 people dead and dozens injured. A suspect arrested shortly after the attack was cleared.

Suspects Sought In Berlin Christmas Market Attack

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Europe

German Police Launch Manhunt For Berlin Attacker

German police launched a massive manhunt for the person who they believe killed a truck driver and hijacked his vehicle before driving it into a Christmas market in Berlin on Monday. The only suspect was released Tuesday due to lack of evidence.

German Police Launch Manhunt For Berlin Attacker

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