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How East Germany's 'Traffic Light Man' Became A Beloved Icon
As Germany readies to mark 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell, one symbol of the former communist East has become an icon of reunification, seen by millions every time they cross a street.
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German Refinery Fed By Russia Oil For 32 Years Does Not Know Its Future
The PCK refinery in the German town of Schwedt has been processing crude oil from Russia since before reunification, but with a ban on Russian oil looming its future could be in doubt.
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Oil Settles Up Near 3-Year Highs On Signs Of Demand Growth
Data from Germany showed the largest upward leap in retail conditions since German reunification more than three decades ago, stoking expectations European fuel demand will recover.
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Europe Pays Tribute To Helmut Kohl, 'A Giant' Of Post-War History
European leaders joined with former US president Bill Clinton in Strasbourg on Saturday to pay a full-hearted tribute to former German chancellor Helmut Kohl, the father of German reunification and a founder of modern-day Europe.
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Germany's Kohl Tells EU: Don't Pressure UK After Brexit Vote
Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl, the architect of German reunification and a leading driver of European integration, said the EU must allow Britain time to sort itself out after its referendum vote to leave the bloc.
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Kurt Masur, Conductor From Iron Curtain To 9/11, Dies At 88
Kurt Masur, the conductor who seized on music's power to ease Germany's reunification and comfort New York after September 11, died Saturday. He was 88.
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Germany Fetes 25 Years of Unity With Call For Refugee Welcome
Germany on Saturday celebrated 25 years since its joyful reunification, with its leaders urging the nation to muster the same strength and solidarity to face a record refugee influx.
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Former German President Richard von Weizsaecker Dies at 94
Former German President Richard von Weizsaecker, who urged his country to confront the Nazi past, promoted reconciliation and denounced far-right violence during a 10-year tenure that spanned the reunification of west and east, has died.
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Matthias Sammer
Matthias Sammer scored the quarter-final winner against Croatia and evoked memories of Franz Beckenbauer with his performances at EURO 96. After reunification Germany initially struggled to match the exploits of their former western section, but that changed at this competition.
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How East Germany's 'Traffic Light Man' Became A Beloved Icon
As Germany readies to mark 35 years since the Berlin Wall fell, one symbol of the former communist East has become an icon of reunification, seen by millions every time they cross a street.
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German Refinery Fed By Russia Oil For 32 Years Does Not Know Its Future
The PCK refinery in the German town of Schwedt has been processing crude oil from Russia since before reunification, but with a ban on Russian oil looming its future could be in doubt.
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Oil Settles Up Near 3-Year Highs On Signs Of Demand Growth
Data from Germany showed the largest upward leap in retail conditions since German reunification more than three decades ago, stoking expectations European fuel demand will recover.
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Europe Pays Tribute To Helmut Kohl, 'A Giant' Of Post-War History
European leaders joined with former US president Bill Clinton in Strasbourg on Saturday to pay a full-hearted tribute to former German chancellor Helmut Kohl, the father of German reunification and a founder of modern-day Europe.
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Germany's Kohl Tells EU: Don't Pressure UK After Brexit Vote
Former German chancellor Helmut Kohl, the architect of German reunification and a leading driver of European integration, said the EU must allow Britain time to sort itself out after its referendum vote to leave the bloc.
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Kurt Masur, Conductor From Iron Curtain To 9/11, Dies At 88
Kurt Masur, the conductor who seized on music's power to ease Germany's reunification and comfort New York after September 11, died Saturday. He was 88.
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Germany Fetes 25 Years of Unity With Call For Refugee Welcome
Germany on Saturday celebrated 25 years since its joyful reunification, with its leaders urging the nation to muster the same strength and solidarity to face a record refugee influx.
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Former German President Richard von Weizsaecker Dies at 94
Former German President Richard von Weizsaecker, who urged his country to confront the Nazi past, promoted reconciliation and denounced far-right violence during a 10-year tenure that spanned the reunification of west and east, has died.
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Matthias Sammer
Matthias Sammer scored the quarter-final winner against Croatia and evoked memories of Franz Beckenbauer with his performances at EURO 96. After reunification Germany initially struggled to match the exploits of their former western section, but that changed at this competition.
