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Ethiopia's constitutional reform: What does it mean — especially for Abiy? Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stands to benefit from a planned constitutional reform in the country. A new presidential system would reshape political power — and could give him a more powerful mandate in office. Syria arms depot explosion kills at least 14 The explosion struck near the Syrian city of Sarmada in Idlib province in the northwest. The Defense Ministry said the weapons and remnants from the war were being stored temporarily at the site before being relocated. Cambodia's floating schools hit by rising fuel costs The Iran war has sent fuel prices higher in Cambodia, squeezing families who rely on fishing and boats for their livelihoods. For children living on Tonle Sap, rising fuel costs pose yet another barrier to education. Syria: How the 'house of sisters' threat split society Rumor has it that the 'house of sisters' is where kidnapped women from other Syrian sects are forced to convert to Islam. Nobody knows if it really exists, but it's being used to create communal tensions anyway. Trafficked into fraud: An African crisis situation in Cambodia Cambodia's crackdown on scam operators is stranding young African trafficking victims in the Asian country with no money, no passport and no prospects. Putin rejects mobilization rumors, many Russians unconvinced Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has dismissed rumors about military mobilization. But many Russians, including many DW users, say they are preparing for the possibility. Dallas Republican convention: How Trump looms over midterms Donald Trump is not on the ballot in the midterm elections — but the first Republican midterm convention is putting him center stage. It's a strategy that could prove risky for the party. German economy frets about Saxony-Anhalt election results The AfD won the election in the eastern German state by a wide margin. While politicians and election analysts are still debating the reasons for the far-right party's popularity, economists are sounding the alarm. How Mao Zedong's legacy still shapes China 50 years on China has transformed since Mao Zedong's death 50 years ago. But his legacy endures — from Xi Jinping's rule to a new wave of Mao nostalgia among young Chinese. Ratko Mladic’s funeral casts shadow over Bosnia and Herzegovina vote Ratko Mladic’s funeral in Belgrade, attended by Serbian and Bosnian Serb leaders, has deepened regional tensions and could affect the upcoming election in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Japan's empty temples seek new ways to survive With a declining population, shrinking congregations and growing economic pressures, temples are struggling to stay relevant. As more temples are sold or closed, is religion in decline in modern Japan?