A carnival parade has been called off at short notice in Braunschweig, northern Germany, due to the threat of an Islamist attack, police said.
A "specific threat of an Islamist attack" was identified by state security sources, they said in a statement.
Police urged people planning to attend to stay at home.
The parade - a well-known regional attraction - was cancelled only 90 minutes before it was due to start. [BBC] Read more
