Society
German Plan to Toughen Sex Laws Targets Teenagers
A new law being proposed in Germany would reduce the age limit for prosecution of sex offenses and make previously innocent teenage sexual activity punishable by law. Critics call the law a criminalization of sexuality. »Mehr zu: title"
Children and Families
Germany's Egg Donation Prohibition Is Outdated, Experts Say
The recent birth of a baby by a 64-year-old woman in Germany has sparked debate about the Embryo Protection Law, which prohibits egg donation. But with rising infertility rates, Germany may need to rethink its policies. »Mehr zu: title"
European Ties
Tusk, Merkel Call for New Beginning for Polish-German Relations
On his first visit to Germany as Poland's new premier, Donald Tusk stressed the need for frankness between the two neighbors. Chancellor Angela Merkel was all ears. But will talking about disagreements solve anything? »Mehr zu: title"
Crime
Hamburg Bans Weapons in Tough Neighborhoods
A new law aims to make Hamburg's red-light district, the Reeperbahn, completely weapons free. The ban encompasses not only guns and knives, but baseball bats as well. Some say that's not going far enough. »Mehr zu: title"
Climate
Bali Talks Must End With Clear Mandate, Says Climate Expert
As UN-sponsored climate change talks enter their second week in Bali, Germanwatch's Christoph Bals told Deutsche Welle progress was being made but positive change would come only at the end of a much longer process. »Mehr zu: title"
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