Tour de France Attempts to Polish its Tarnished Image

The Tour de France kicks off this Saturday, marking the beginning of a grueling three-week ride. The race has been rocked by doping scandals for the past 10 years, and many believe that this time will be no different.
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New US Embassy Opens in Berlin on Historic Pre-War Site

The United States opened its new embassy in Berlin on Friday, returning to its old home before World War II on the historic Pariser Platz, next to the city's iconic Brandenburg Gate.
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Climate Change Brings Jellyfish Plague to Europe's Beaches

Jellyfish are taking over Europe's favorite swimming spots in increasing numbers. Scientists blame climate change and overfishing for the proliferation of the stinging nuisance.
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G8 Must Take the Lead on Climate Change, Expert Says

Bernd Pfaffenbach, German Chancellor Merkel's point man for next week's G8 summit, spoke with DW about the pressing issues on the agenda as the world's leading industrialized powers meet in Japan.
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