No hyphens, please: Germany tells parents to keep names simple
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Rigid personal naming rules for children in Germany are overseen by the German Language Society and some are seeking arbitration by the court of the European Union. A society that values tradition and order the naming rules are meant to prevent children from confusion and ridicule. No hyphenated last names are allowed and the first name must indicate gender or a second forename must be added.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2005
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EU targets reinsurance industry
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The European Union is attempting to strengthen their control and increase reserve requirements for the reinsurance industry. However, reinsurers claim that such moves would lead to a hike in reinsurance coverage costs and negatively impact policyholders.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2003
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