Impending elections in eastern states have pollsters projecting the far-right to take the most seats since the end of World War II. Join Reuters journalists in Berlin as they dig into the forces driving divisions among Germans. Plus, the political characters shaping the populist discussions.
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Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as President Trump's chief of staff, effective Monday. Wall Street attempts to recover after a major selloff on Thursday. Hoax bomb threats force flight diversions and emergency landings across Europe. A federal Judge blocks Trump's arch pr ... Show More
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<p>For the first time since the Nazis, Germany’s far right nears power. With the AfD in second place ahead of a crucial election, the once-fringe party is now centre stage. How did they rise, and what impact will their growing influence have on Germany?</p> <p><strong>In th ... Show More
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