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Get your daily dose of Mark Weeks on AFN The Eagle's "Midday Show" for great music, news and information.  Mark brings you the best music from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday on AFN The Eagle.
Listen to "Connections" on AFN Europe's Power Network Radio, Monday through Friday from 2 - 6 p.m. It's all of the Classic Hits and Current News you need to get through the day!
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DEMONSTRATION ALERT

Due to the situation in Gaza, several demonstrations have been scheduled throughout Germany. Americans are urged to avoid these areas during the demonstrations.  For a complete list of cities, times, and dates for scheduled demonstrations, click this link.


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On this edition of the AFN Europe Report: We welcome home some Army finance troops from the Bavarian part of Germany. Plus, we get an up-close look at some special operations pararescue training in the United Kingdom. And, if you've ever wondered what goes on behind the projector in a movie theater, we'll show you what's all behind the scenes in Camp Darby, Italy. These stories and more on the AFN Europe Report.
Story by SFC Jerry Malec

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The military community of Grafenwoehr, Germany, welcomed back Soldiers from the 106th Finance Company and the 535th Engineer Support Company. They just completed a 15-month deployment in Iraq. We go to SFC Jerry Malec for the story.
Story by SSgt Kevin Kite

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Pararescue Airmen, commonly referred to as PJ's, can find themselves in a variety of dangerous situations. SSgt Kevin Kite takes us aboard the HMS Bristol where a group of PJ's found themselves in a tight space.
Story by SPC Joe Labutka

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According to the American Cancer Society, it's the second leading cause of cancer deaths for Americans. But if caught early it can be treated. SPC Joe Labutka has the story from Heidelberg, Germany.
Story by SrA Priscilla Christensen

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Aircraft maintainers work grueling hours to keep jets in the sky. Throughout a long day, there's not much time for anything other than the job. SrA Priscilla Christensen shows us how Aviano, Italy, takes care of its Airmen in a quick and convenient way.
Story by Amanda Wowk

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Fitness is very important to the Air Force. A1C Amanda Wowk shows us how the Schinnen community in the Netherlands is battling the post-holiday bulge.
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Exchange Rates

Rates valid through
January 14, 2009

$1 US buys:  €.7342


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Gas Prices by Country

Price per gallon in Germany
for the week of Jan. 10-16

Per Gallon Per Liter
Unleaded: $1.893 $0.500
Super: $2.009 $0.531
Super Plus: $2.131 $0.563
Diesel: $3.172 $0.838

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