‘Low’ expectations from new round of climate talks

Officials from 170 countries gather in Bonn for a new global warming pact:

There is discord between rich and poor nations on curbing greenhouse gases:

UNITED NATIONS: Officials from some 170 countries gather in Bonn from Monday to lay the groundwork for a new global warming pact, as Europe pushes for progress amid fears of political and financial wavering.

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UN condemns Syria bomb attacks after 55 killed

SYRIA: The UN Security Council on Thursday condemned the deadliest bomb attacks of Syria's 14-month uprising, urging all sides to stick to an international peace plan after at least 55 people were killed.

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Germany urges investment from Brazil

GERMANY: A top visiting German trade official appealed to Brazilian companies Thursday to invest in Europe's largest economy, particularly in the former East Germany. “The purpose of our visit is to invite companies and entrepreneurs from Brazil to Germany,”

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