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October 7, 2021

A Pakistani journalist founded a meeting place in Paris where refugees and exiles can have discussions with like-minded people: The Dissident Club. +++ Public awareness about clean energy is increasing on the Shetland Islands.

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Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

What drives people in Europe – politically, socially and culturally? How do Europeans lead their lives? What are their views, hopes and fears? Focus on Europe – Spotlight on People provides the answers.

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