- + Ukraine updates: Russian fuel depot hit amid drone barrage—The governor in Russia's Smolensk region said a fuel depot was hit during a Ukrainian drone strike. Meanwhile, Kyiv is pinning hopes on a crucial vote...
- + US House to vote on major aid package for Ukraine, Israel—US lawmakers will vote on a $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The package has been stalled by political infighting and comes ami...
- + Middle East updates: Several hurt in Iraqi base 'bombing'—The blast hit the Calso military base south of Baghdad, where a coalition of pro-Iranian armed groups are stationed. Meanwhile, the US House of Repres...
- + Mexico: 2 more mayoral candidates killed ahead of election—The two mayoral candidates were reported killed on the same day. Their deaths bring the number of local politicians killed in the lead up to Mexico's ...
- + Man who set himself alight outside Trump trial dies—The man shared leaflets before dousing himself in a liquid and setting himself on fire. The gruesome scene was caught by TV cameras outside the New Yo...
- + US agrees to withdraw troops from Niger: officials—US officials said more than 1,000 of their troops stationed in Niger will leave soon. Niger's military leaders have been growing closer to Russia sinc...
- + Volkswagen's Tennessee workers vote to join UAW trade union—More than 70% of votes from Volkswagen staff at the Chattanooga factory in Tennessee were in favor of joining the United Auto Workers union. It's a hu...
- + North Korea tests 'super large' warhead—State media said North Korea had tested a strategic cruise missile and an aircraft missile on Friday. South Korea, Japan and the US have not confirmed...
- + Haiti: UN says deaths rising sharply as gangs vie for power—A quarterly UN report on the situation in Haiti has logged a 50% increase in deaths in the country. Long plagued by gangs, several of them recently al...
- + Football: Vitesse docked 18 points amid Russia finance probe—Vitesse Arnhem will not compete in the Netherlands' top football division next season. The club has been docked 18 points for financial breaches, as i...
- + Man lights himself on fire outside Trump trial courthouse—People rushed over to douse the person with a fire extinguisher at the Manhattan courthouse where Donald Trump's hush money criminal case was underway...
- + Next major Tesla recall hits plagued Cybertruck—Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 trucks due to a problem that can leave drivers to deal with uncontrolled acceleration. Tesla recalled millions of cars...
- + NATO: Zelenskyy needs Patriots, Stoltenberg promises them—Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told NATO defense ministers his country needs air-defense batteries to fend off Russia. He said support on the...
- + Fact check: Did cloud seeding cause the Dubai floods?—Heavy rainfall flooded large parts of the Arabian Peninsula this week, while images of the resulting chaos flooded social media. Are cloud seeding and...
- + Italy: Court drops charges against migrant rescue ship crews—The case had been noted as an extreme example of European governments' efforts to thwart NGOs helping migrants in the Mediterranean.
- + Paris tests AI surveillance ahead of Olympics—French police on Friday announced they will test AI-supported surveillance at events in the capital to prepare for this summer’s Olympics. Weekend tes...
- + Libya: UN envoy's resignation diminishes hopes for a new democratic path—After "stubborn resistance" by Libya's major political stakeholders, Abdoulaye Bathily, the UN special envoy for Libya, has resigned. Analysts say his...
- + India's Ladakh region demands autonomy to deal with climate change—Protesters in the northern Indian region of Ladakh say statehood would give them more flexibility to pass laws to help protect the its fragile ecosyst...
- + Iran consulate in Paris cordoned off over explosive threat—Police have arrested a man who entered the Iranian consulate in the French capital threatening to blow himself up.
- + Why did the Afghan Taliban sour on Pakistan?—The Taliban takeover of Afghanistan has drastically altered the relationship with the country's partners in Pakistan. Kabul refuses to submit to Islam...
- + Finland urges EU to help end migrant influx from Russia—European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen visited the Nordic nations border with Russia, accusing Moscow of weaponizing migration to settle a sco...
- + Why Immanuel Kant's philosophy is still relevant amid today's wars—Anyone who relies on the voice of reason cannot ignore Immanuel Kant. April 22 marks the 300th anniversary of the German philosopher's birth. What doe...
- + How Russian interference is impacting Czech politics—Russian influence network found paying cash to pro-Kremlin lawmakers in the EU is also active in the Czech Republic.
- + Impact of pro-Russian propaganda in the Czech Republic in the run-up to the EU elections—The Czech Republic recently uncovered what it says are Russian efforts to interfere in June's EU elections. How has the discovery influenced Czech pol...
- + Myanmar: Anti-junta rebellion enters new stage—The military regime in Myanmar is fighting for its survival, but it can still boost its ranks and mount devastating retaliatory strikes against ethnic...
- + Iran plays down reports of Israeli attack—Iranian authorities say three mini drones were shot down by air defenses, while claiming US media reports of an Israeli attack have been exaggerated.
- + How war impacts child development—Around the world, children are disproportionately bearing the brunt of war. Childhood traumas can permanently change how the brain develops, but the e...
- + Leonid Volkov: 2 held in Poland over attack on Navalny aide—The Kremlin critic was injured by hammer blows last month in Lithuania, where he lives in exile. Vilnius believes Russia's secret service was behind t...
- + A German opera gala to help 'Rebuild Ukraine'—Opera stars, politicians and public figures are attending a gala to raise funds for Ukrainian children living with trauma.
- + Julian Nagelsmann to stay as German national football coach—Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national soccer team ahead of Euro 2024. Nagelsmann had been heavily linked with a return ...
- + Julian Nagelsmann to stay on as Germany coach—Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national football team ahead of Euro 2024. Nagelsmann had been heavily linked with a retur...
- + G7 updates: Ministers pledge to boost Ukraine's air defenses—Foreign ministers from the G7 nations meeting in Italy have pledged to help Ukraine beef up its air defenses and seek to use frozen Russian assets to ...
- + Iran-Israel tensions: Can Iran's economy handle a war?—Iran is suffering from inflation, currency depreciation and the impact of international sanctions. Will new Western boycotts impact Tehran's ability t...
- + Can Iran's economy handle a war with Israel?—Iran is suffering from inflation, currency depreciation and the impact of international sanctions. Will new Western boycotts planned following Iran's ...
- + Can Iran's economy sustain a war with Israel?—Iran is suffering from inflation, currency depreciation, and the impact of international sanctions. As new Western boycotts are planned following Iran...
- + Germany: No asylum for Russian draft dodgers?—German authorities say that men coming to Germany from Russia to avoid being enlisted in the army are not at risk of persecution if they return to Rus...
- + Germany increasingly unlikely to grant Russian draft dodgers asylum—German authorities say that men coming to Germany from Russia to avoid being enlisted in the army are not at risk of persecution if they return. Those...
- + Ukraine says downs Russian bomber as 8 die in missile attack—Ukraine's military says its forces have destroyed a Tu-22M3 strategic bomber used to attack Ukrainian cities. This comes as Russian missile strikes in...
- + Ukraine: 10 biggest providers of military aid—Ukraine's main supporters are providing billions in arms and ammunition. So far, the US has pledged the most in military assistance, followed by Germa...
- + Australia: Teenager charged with terrorism in church attack—Australian police have charged a 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing a bishop and a priest with a terrorism offense. If convicted, he could face life ...
- + Middle East updates: Iran reports explosions near Isfahan—Iranian state media reported commercial flight diversions and the sound of explosions in or near the city of Isfahan overnight, but said the cause was...
- + India election: Voting begins as Modi seeks 3rd term—Polls have opened in India's mammoth general election, with almost a billion eligible to vote between now and June 1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and...
- + Netflix adds 9.3 million new subscribers, beats expectations—The streaming service now claims a total audience of over half a billion and has tried to maximize revenues by cutting down on account sharing and int...
- + EU wants to undo Brexit, a little bit, for people 18 to 30—The European Commission argues it was Europe's students and young graduates who were most affected by Brexit's mobility restrictions. The UK has repor...
- + Faced with China and US, EU warned to find competitive edge—The EU received a stark warning about its ability to compete on the world market amid heavy state spending in the US and China. But carving out a way ...
- + Russia declares German foundation 'undesirable'—Moscow has blacklisted the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, a free-market think-tank as "undesirable," essentially banning it. The organization said it w...
- + Middle East updates: US blocks UN membership for Palestine—The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that recommended full UN membership for the "State of Palestine." DW has more.
- + Kenya: Helicopter crash kills defense chief Ogolla—Kenya's defense chief and several other senior military officers died in a helicopter crash in a remote area of the country, the president has announc...
- + Germany's Jewish and Muslim communities search for solidarity—Six months of Israeli retaliation in Gaza for the October 7 Hamas terror attacks have put Jewish-Muslim relations in particular peril. Germany's hyper...
- + UAE: Dubai scrambles to resume flights after deadly floods—Unprecedented floods hit the desert country this week, killing at least one and bringing Dubai city to a standstill. Dubai International Airport, a ma...
- + Copenhagen Stock Exchange facade collapses after fire—Firefighters announced that the facade had collapsed two days after a blaze engulfed the historic building. No injuries were reported in the incident.
- + Espionage in Germany: The most spectacular spy cases—As a supporter of Ukraine, Germany has been targeted by foreign intelligence services, but not just since the Ukraine war began. Here's a reminder of ...
- + Kenya's doctors' strike: Is there an end in sight?—Doctors in Kenya have been on strike for five weeks, demanding better wages and working conditions. President William Ruto says his government is out ...
- + Kenya doctors strike: Is there an end in sight?—Kenyan doctors have abandoned duty for five weeks demanding salary increases and better working conditions. President Ruto says his government has no ...
- + Israel-Iran escalation: How strong is Israel's military?—A military conflict between Israel and Iran is a real threat. But to what extent is Israel prepared for a potential multi-front war against Iran and i...
- + Ukraine updates: Mood in Kyiv 'strong,' Habeck tells DW—German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck told DW that the mood in Kyiv was "strong" as people believe in their fight against Russian forces despite runnin...
- + Ukraine updates: US and Ukraine FMs say aid package 'urgent'—The top diplomats of the US and Ukraine have stressed the urgent need for Congress to pass a military aid package for Kyiv, as the EU hosts a summit o...
- + What's next in €645 million JuicyFields cannabis scam?—In an international sting operation, police have arrested several suspects in the JuicyFields medical cannabis investment scam. The company started in...
- + Middle East: US, UK unveil sanctions on Iran's drone program—The United States and the United Kingdom announced new sanctions against Iran's military drone program in response to its weekend attack against Israe...
- + Murder mysteries could be solved with the help of microbes—A dead body was found, but there are no witnesses, no weapon, no clues. Pathologists are soon hoping to use bacterial colonies found at crime scenes t...
- + Myanmar: Why was Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest?—The ruling junta in Myanmar has moved democratic leader Aung San Suu Kyi from prison to house arrest, allegedly to protect her from sweltering heat. B...
- + 250 years of Caspar David Friedrich on show in Berlin—Following a very public success in Hamburg, another blockbuster exhibition of works by Caspar David Friedrich is now opening in Berlin. We explain wha...
- + Iran-Israel tensions: Which countries can influence Tehran?—Countries across the geopolitical spectrum are urging de-escalation in the Middle East as Israel considers its response to the Iranian drone and missi...
- + Champions League: Bundesliga trumps Premier League—It is only the second time since 2013 that two German sides are in the men's Champion League final four without any English team present. History bode...
- + What it Means to be a Fighter—Could you be a fighter? With kickboxing pros like Nigerian Jibrin Inuwa Baba, we look at what it means to fight your corner.
- + German prosecutors drop probe over 2021 deadly flooding—An investigation into possible negligent homicide by the head of a district hit by deadly 2021 floods has been dropped. Altogether, 135 people were ki...
- + Is the EU's image failing in Southeast Asia?—A new survey shows the EU is losing face with business and government "elites" of Southeast Asia. Respondents showed less confidence in Brussels on is...
- + Middle East: Israel welcomes EU support of Iran sanctions—Israel's top diplomat thanked "friends for their support and assistance" and said Iran needed to be stopped before it was too late. Meanwhile, China a...
- + Top European court upholds Lithuania's ban on Russian singer—The ECHR has upheld Lithuania's barring of entry to Russian pop singer Philipp Kirkorov. Vilnius accuses the entertainer of being a "soft power" tool ...
- + German police arrest two suspected of spying for Russia—German police have arrested two men on suspicion of spying for Russia. The German-Russian nationals are accused of acting as agents for sabotage purpo...
- + Poland's Duda meets 'friend' Donald Trump in New York—Trump and Duda discussed a range of issues, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ahead of the November US presidential election, Trump is taking ti...
- + Ahead of Paris Olympics, outcry grows over water pollution—Worries about the water quality for Paris 2024 events in the River Seine follow other environmental sport scandals in western Europe. Can triathlon, m...
- + G7 foreign ministers meet on Capri amid Israel-Iran tensions—Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) economic powers are meeting on the Italian Mediterranean island of Capri. Tensions in the Middle East and...
- + Sydney shopping mall reopens after stabbing attack—A mall in the eastern Australian city that was the scene of deadly stabbings almost a week ago has reopened to the public. But stores remained closed ...
- + Germany's Habeck visits Ukraine on surprise trip—The German vice chancellor's arrival in Kyiv comes as Ukraine struggles to defend itself against constant Russian aerial attacks. Habeck is expected t...
- + Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint—The German Football League (DFL) has suspended its bidding process for the sale of the Bundesliga's domestic broadcast rights following a complaint fr...
- + Ukraine updates: EU hosts conference to boost economic ties—The EU is organizing a summit on Ukraine's future, marking another step in Kyiv's economic and political integration with Europe. DW has the latest.
- + Croatia: Ruling conservatives win elections without majority—Croatia's ruling HDZ conservative party won the most seats but fell short of a parliamentary majority needed to rule without forming a coalition with ...
- + Georgia: Lawmakers pass 'foreign agent' law in first reading—Georgia’s parliament approved the first reading of a bill on “foreign agents” that has provoked large street protests. Critics say the law would damag...
- + EU plans sanctions, urges calm after Iran strikes Israel—The bloc seems poised to widen existing punitive measures on Iranian drone production, but branding Iran's Revolutionary Guards a terrorist organizati...
- + EU summit updates: Leaders agree to expand sanctions on Iran—The 27 EU leaders agreed to widen the scope of sanctions on Iran, specifically targeting its drone and missile producers, at the end of day 1 of the s...
- + Climate change to wreck global income by 2050, study shows—Researchers in Germany estimate that climate change will shrink global GDP at least 20% by 2050. Scientists said that figure would worsen if countries...
- + Countdown to the Paris Olympics begins—The Olympic flame has been lit with 100 days left before Paris 2024 kicks off in the French capital. At a time of global crisis, security will be a to...
- + Middle East updates: EU and G7 discuss Iran response—EU leaders gather in Brussels, G7 foreign ministers head for Capri, and the UN schedules a vote on full Palestinian membership. The world’s still scra...
- + German intel officer denies spying for Russia—The former intelligence agent claimed prosecutors had it backward — he was not spying for Moscow but recruiting a Russian source to help Berlin. Carst...
- + Ukraine's Romani people face discrimination in Germany—Fleeing from war, the experience of Romani people in Germany differs from that of other Ukrainians. They often encounter racism instead of help.
- + Paris police evict hundreds of migrants ahead of Olympics—The move to empty a migrant camp is the latest effort to get migrants out of public view before the global spotlight is trained upon Paris this summer...
- + Germany: Far-right leader on trial for using Nazi slogan—Björn Höcke, a leading member of the far-right Alternative für Germany party (AfD) is to stand trial charged for using a banned Nazi slogan. The radic...
- + How microbes could help catch murder suspects—Pathologists are hoping to soon be able to use bacterial colonies found at crime scenes to crack hard cases.
- + How European trash illegally ends up in Southeast Asia—The illegal waste trade from Europe to Southeast Asia has emerged as a highly profitable, low-risk criminal enterprise with a major impact on the envi...
- + German minister kidnap plot: Sixth suspect charged—German prosecutors have said they have charged a 61-year-old man over a far-right plot to kidnap the health minister. The plotters from the group "Uni...
- + Russia withdrawing from Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin says—Russian forces did not intervene in the conflict last year that saw Azerbaijan recapture Nagorno-Karabakh and the mass explusion of ethnic Armenians.
- + Germany busts people-smuggling ring for Chinese nationals—German police have arrested 10 people in an operation to combat people smuggling across eight states. The suspects are believed to have illegally proc...
- + Israel-Hamas war impacts Venice Art Biennale—Amid calls of boycott, Israeli artist Ruth Patir will only open the doors to her show at the Venice Biennale when a cease-fire in Gaza and hostage rel...
- + X blocks posts in India after election commission order—The posts, which will be hidden from Indian audiences during the election period, included unverified claims about political opponents. Despite comply...
- + Dollar strength: Why developing countries are nervous—Emerging economies are wary of the strength of the US dollar. They are taking steps to ensure the soaring greenback doesn't fuel inflation and derail ...
- + Croatia's election offers voters little prospect of change—Croatia's upcoming election will offer a choice between two similar candidates: Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic and President Zoran Milanovic. Foreign...
- + Solomon Islands election to decide China's influence—The election will be the first since PM Manasseh Sogavare signed a security pact with China, which led to anti-government riots in the capital.
- + 'Not safe': Saudi Arabia slammed after jailing football fans—Several Saudi Arabian football fans have been jailed for singing a song celebrating a religious figure at a game. Human rights experts warn it is now ...
- + 'Not safe': Saudi Arabia slammed after jailing football fans for song—A group of Saudi Arabian football fans have been jailed for singing a song celebrating a religious figure at a game. With the World Cup in Saudi in 20...
- + Ukraine updates: Deadly Russian strike hits Chernihiv—A Russian missile attack killed at least 13 residents in the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv, with the death toll on the rise. DW has the latest.
- + ECOWAS under pressure to reform—Coups, sanctions, and withdrawal of member states; the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) must either reform or decline, observers war...
- + Croatia holds parliamentary polls amid PM-president rivalry—Croatia is holding polls marked by a bitter campaign between the present heads of state and government as candidates. The elections could determine wh...
- + Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison amid heat wave—Myanmar's junta says it has moved elderly prisoners, including former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, amid severe heat. It is not clear whether her move from...
- + Middle East updates: US to impose new sanctions against Iran—Washington has said it will announce fresh sanctions on Iran following the attack on Israel at the weekend. The sanctions will target Iran's drone and...
- + US, China defense leaders hold first talks in 18 months—US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin held a video call with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun as the two countries seek to restore dialogue amid rising re...
- + UN raises $600 million for Ethiopia, falls short of target—A UN-led event to secure donations to address Ethiopia's humanitarian crisis fell short of its $1 billion target. The East African country has been hi...
- + Georgia: Riot police clear 'foreign agents' bill protesters—Riot police aimed to remove protests from outside the Soviet-era Parliament building in Tbilisi. Lawmakers have approved for further reading a draft b...
- + Get drunk, not high at Oktoberfest, Bavaria says—Authorities in Germany's Bavaria say they want to restrict the use of cannabis at festivals and beer gardens. Germany legalized recreational marijuana...
- + Israel at war: What role does its War Cabinet play?—The big question following Iran's weekend attack is how Israel will respond. The Israeli War Cabinet will play a central role in formulating an answer...
- + Brussels authorities order shutdown of right-wing gathering—Brussels authorities ordered the shutdown of the "national conservatism" conference to "ensure public security." Keynote speaker Nigel Farage called t...
- + Germany: Third man joins climate hunger strike in Berlin—Three men are now camped outside the office of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to demand more "honesty on the climate catastrophe." The government has d...
- + Middle East updates: IDF strikes kill Hezbollah commanders—Attacks by the Israeli military have killed two Hezbollah commanders in Lebanon, the IDF confirmed. Meanwhile, Germany's foreign minister will travel ...
- + Middle East updates: IDF strike kills Hezbollah commander—An attack by the Israeli military killed a Hezbollah commander in Lebanon, the IDF confirmed. Meanwhile, Germany's foreign minister will travel to Isr...
- + IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany—The International Monetary Fund has revised its growth outlook for the eurozone's biggest economy by 0.3 percentage points. The German economy is pred...
- + Ukraine updates: Kyiv 'ran out' of missiles to defend plant—President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia was able to destroy a key power plant because Ukraine lacked air defense missiles. He also signed into law a...
- + Truong My Lan: Is Vietnam's corruption fight going too far?—Billionaire Truong My Lan was sentenced to death for embezzling the equivalent of 3% of Vietnam's GDP. Authorities say they're setting an example, but...
- + German housing crisis: Finding a home 'like winning the lottery!'—Housing is the social issue of the 21st century, German politicians and experts say time and again. And yet there's no improvement in sight, especiall...
- + India polls: Will Kashmir punish BJP for revoking autonomy?—As elections near, India's nationalist BJP is trying to wrestle votes away from the opposition in Indian-administrated Kashmir. But standard campaign ...
- + Nigeria rolls out world's first full shot against meningitis—Nigeria has rolled out the world's first vaccine against all strains of meningitis. The shot will help ease the burden of disease in Africa's "meningi...
- + Salman Rushdie reflects on attack in 'Knife'—In 'Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder,' Salman Rushdie explores the stabbing that nearly killed him in 2022.
- + Pakistan: Lightning, rain kill dozens—Millions of people were under extreme weather warnings in Pakistan. At least 50 people were killed by lightning and thunderstorms across the country i...
- + EU pledges €3.5 billion to protect world's oceans—The European Union has pledged more than three billion dollars to protect the world's oceans from damage caused by human activity.
- + Commonwealth Games faces uncertain future—Australia has pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with Malaysia and Singapore deciding against stepping in. Is there a future for an ev...
- + Greek journalists launch 24-hour strike over low wages—Greek radio and television carried no news and internet portals did not update their websites on Wednesday, as journalists staged a mass walkout to pr...
- + CAR child refugees dream of a better future—More than a million people, including children, have fled their homes in the volatile Central Africa Republic to Cameroon. Not all have given up hope.
- + Middle East updates: EU to hold talks after Iran attack—Foreign ministers from the EU will be discussing the developing situation in the Middle East after Israel indicated it would respond in the aftermath ...
- + Caitlin Clark: Sky the limit for college basketball star—Barack Obama was among those who offered congratulatory messages to women’s basketball player Caitlin Clark, the all-time women’s career scoring leade...
- + Fire engulfs Copenhagen's historic stock exchange building—Copenhagen's historic old stock exchange building is in flames. Its iconic spire has collapsed onto the roof.
- + Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia: How safe is the nuclear plant?—The International Atomic Energy Agency warned attacks on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia power plant put it — Europe's largest nuclear facility — 'dangerously ...
- + Olaf Scholz meets Xi Jinping in China—The German chancellor has met Chinese President Xi Jinping as a three-day visit to Berlin's biggest trading partner draws to a close.
- + China: Economy outperforms first quarter forecasts—Strong performance in the manufacturing sector as well as new infrastructure projects helped China's economy surpass expectations for the first three ...
- + Ukraine updates: US House sets plan to vote on delayed aid—The Republican leadership of the House of the US Representatives has said it will hold a vote on the package this week. But the bill will separate aid...
- + Georgia: Thousands protest Russian-style 'foreign agent' law—The ruling Georgian Dream party is once again trying to pass a bill that has been compared to Russia's "foreign agent" law. Georgia's president has vo...
- + Australia: 15-year-old arrested over Sydney church stabbing—Several people were injured, including a controversial bishop, after being stabbed in a church in western Sydney. Police are treating the incident as ...
- + World sees 'severe' coral bleaching event — US agency—The NOAA scientific agency says that the world is experiencing its second bleaching event in 10 years. A coral reef off the coast of Florida has been ...
- + 'Rust' armorer handed 18 months prison over fatal shooting—The shooting on the set of the Western film killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Actor Alec Baldwin, who aimed the gun at Hutchins, faces involunta...
- + Iran attack 'will be met with a response,' Israel says—Israeli officials are holding talks to discuss a response to Iran's attack over the weekend. Meanwhile, Germany has summoned the Iranian ambassador. D...
- + New EU cybersecurity rules push carmakers to shun old models—New rules for automotive cybersecurity will come into effect in Europe this summer. The tougher electronic safety requirements are forcing several car...
- + Sudan: Paris conference raises €2 billion in aid pledges—Millions face severe levels of hunger as a result of a power struggle that broke out in Sudan one year ago. French President Emmanuel Macron says the ...
- + Jordan helped Israel against Iran, now locals are protesting—Despite much loud and public anger about Israel's conduct in Gaza, Jordan came to Israel's aid this weekend. Jordanians who have protested against Isr...
- + FBI launches probe into Baltimore bridge collapse — reports—The FBI is investigating the Dali cargo ship that rammed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 26. The probe will focus on whether the cr...
- + Middle East updates: Israel weighs response to Iran attack—Olaf Scholz said it was important to "contribute to de-escalation" after Israel successfully defended itself against an Iranian drone attack at the we...
- + Why Iran's missile capabilities present an ongoing threat—Almost all of the 300 drones and missiles fired by Iran at Israel during this weekend's strike were intercepted. But experts say the threat posed by I...
- + Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial opens in New York—Jury selection will soon begin in the first criminal trial of any ex-US president. The trial involving payments to an adult actress could bog down Tru...
- + Is YouTube India's next battleground for free speech?—Many journalists and commentators in India post content on YouTube in order to avoid pressure from the government. But officials are already tweaking ...
- + Germany's RAF terror: Will new arrest answer old questions?—Following the arrest of suspected left-wing terrorist Daniela Klette in Berlin, investigators are now hoping for new insights into crimes committed by...
- + RAF terror: Will new arrest answer old questions?—Following the arrest of suspected left-wing terrorist Daniela Klette in Berlin, investigators are now hoping for new insights into crimes committed by...
- + Iran's attack on Israel has muted impact on oil markets—The global economy has so far shrugged off the Iranian strike on Israel. Important markets like oil had already priced in a possible attack. Will the ...
- + Genocide: Rwanda's village of reconciliation and unity—In the Rwandan village of Mbyo, Tutsi who survived the genocide now live together with rehabilitated Hutu perpetrators. But they tell DW it has been a...
- + Japan's aid for Ukraine signals new distance from Russia—Japan has become one of Ukraine's most important allies, providing billions in aid. But what does this mean for relations with Russia?
- + Ukraine updates: Kyiv calls for 'bold' air defense support—Kyiv appealed to allies for "extraordinary and bold steps" to supply its air defenses to resist Russian forces. Meanwhile, Russian shelling killed fou...
- + Syrian ex-general faces Swedish court over war crime charges—Sweden has put on trial the highest-ranking Syrian military official to date to face a court in Europe. The prosecution accused the former brigadier g...
- + Australia: Several injured in west Sydney church stabbing—Several people suffered "non life-threatening injuries" after being stabbed in a church in western Sydney, police said. Officers have arrested a suspe...
- + Devastating floods ravage Kazakhstan and Russia—Tens of thousands of people were displaced following devastating floods after major rivers burst their banks in northern Kazakhstan and Russia.
- + Poland's abortion law bickering plagues Tusk coalition—The liberalization of abortion rights was a major election promise made by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. But the issue is controversial and there...
- + German commission recommends legalizing abortion before 12 weeks—A commission appointed by the German government has recommended officially legalizing abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.
- + Scholz welcomes Chinese cars but urges 'fair' competition—While visiting Shanghai, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has argued that the European market must be open to Chinese cars. However, he said that competi...
- + Indonesia: Landslides kill 18 on Sulawesi island—Rescuers in Indonesia are engaged in a search effort after deadly landslides hit villages on the island of Sulawesi.
- + Australia: Sydney knife attacker may have targeted women—A man went on a rampage with a knife in a Sydney shopping mall, killing six people as he did so. Police continue to interview witnesses and are callin...
- + Iran's attack on Israel: UN warns region 'on the brink'—The UN Security Council has held an emergency meeting after Iran's aerial attack on Israel. Israel called for sanctions and a firm response. Iran clai...
- + Sudan's year of war: Why there's no hope for a cease-fire—After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. As more local and international actors get involved, the outl...
- + Afghanistan: Dozens killed as heavy rains trigger floods—More than 30 people have died as a result of flash floods across Afghanistan, including in the capital Kabul. Many of the victims were killed by their...
- + How Bayer Leverkusen won the Bundesliga—After finishing second five times, Bayer Leverkusen are finally Bundesliga champions. Xabi Alonso's side have ended Bayern Munich's run of 11 straight...
- + Paris' Notre Dame: 5 years after fire, restoration on track—It's been five years since a fire ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral in the French capital Paris. It's set to reopen again in December 2024 "more beautiful ...
- + Bayer Leverkusen win first Bundesliga title—For the first time since 2012, the Bundesliga has a new champion: Bayer Leverkusen. Their 25th league win of the season on Sunday confirmed a title th...
- + Fear, frustration in Iran after attack on Israel—As world leaders condemn Iran's major attack on Israel, many Iranians are worried the volatile situation could lead to further escalation between the ...
- + Ukraine updates: Iran, Russia 'spreading terror,' Kyiv says—President Zelenskyy has said Iran used the same "tools of terror" against Israel as Russia uses in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military has said...
- + Somali pirates free Bangladesh cargo ship after ransom paid—All 23 crew members on board the ship were released, according to a shipping firm CEO. Somalia has seen an uptick in piracy in recent months amid othe...
- + US election: Can Trump still become president if convicted?—A former president facing a criminal trial is a first in US history, and Donald Trump has four coming up. How will the outcomes affect his run for pre...
- + Why did some Arab countries appear to help Israel?—Some analysts saw the fact that Arab nations helped Israel and the US repel a major Iranian attack as cause for celebration. But countries like Jordan...
- + More and more German mayors want to quit—Across Germany, nearly 11,000 mayors shape local politics. Most of them work on a voluntary basis. Now, facing increased threats, many of them are thi...
- + Lufthansa group suspends Mideast flights—Germany's flagship carrier and affiliated airlines will be suspending flights to some Mideast destinations until Monday.
- + Cyprus suspends Syrian asylum applications—Overwhelmed with incoming migrants, Cypriot President has announced a suspension of Syrian asylum applications.
- + Why are Iran and Israel sworn enemies?—Iran and Israel have turned from allies to enemies, especially after Iran's Islamic Revolution. An Israeli attack on Iran's consulate in Syria and Ira...
- + Nigeria's Chibok girls: What happened in April 2014?—Ten years ago, 276 schoolgirls were abducted from their school dormitory in Chibok, in northeastern Nigeria. The kidnappings still resonate today.
- + Sydney stabbing: Police say no ideological motivation—Australian authorities, who have identified the attacker in the Sydney stabbing spree, searched his belongings and found no evidence of an impending a...
- + World leaders condemn Iran's attack on Israel—From calls for restraint and acknowledgments of Israel's right to defend itself to political finger-pointing — here's how world leaders reacted to Ira...
- + Iran launches drones, missiles in attack on Israel—Iran launched drones and missiles at Israel overnight. The Israeli military said it and its allies intercepted many of the projectiles. Tehran said it...
- + Niger protesters demand US troop withdrawal—Hundreds chanted for US forces to leave northern Niger, where they have been involved in efforts to quash an Islamist insurgency. Niamey has increasin...
- + Mali widens crackdown on politics, media—Mali's ruling junta has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life. Suppression in Mali has been systema...
- + Body of missing Israeli teen found in West Bank—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the death of the 14-year-old boy was a "heinous murder." The disappearance of the young Israeli sparked attacks...
- + Russia floods: Water level reaches new high in Orenburg—Hundreds of thousands of people have been evacuated in Russia and Kazakhstan as the worst flooding in decades continues. In Orenburg, floodwaters rose...
- + Germany's far-right AfD polling high, despite legal scrutiny—Experts have said Germany's far-right AfD party is becoming more tolerant of its radical members, even if they are accused of committing criminal offe...
- + Iran's Revolutionary Guard seizes Israeli-linked ship—Iranian troops rappelled from a helicopter and boarded the ship near the Strait of Hormuz. The Israeli military said Iran would face consequences for ...
- + Turkey: 174 people rescued after deadly cable car accident—A 57-year-old man died when his cable car pod burst open, causing those inside to plummet to the ground. Other passengers were stranded overnight as t...
- + Ukraine updates: Germany to send additional Patriot system—The delivery of the air defense system by Berlin follows a recent increase in Russian airstrikes on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia claims it has captured ...
- + Germany has detained 700 people smugglers — minister—German authorities stepped up border checks, arresting hundreds of people smugglers, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said. The operation has stopped ne...
- + German police shut down pro-Palestinian conference—Police in the German capital, Berlin, have stopped an event expressing solidarity with Palestinians amid the Gaza war. Authorities said they were conc...
- + Ukraine says eastern front has 'deteriorated significantly'—Ukraine's commander-in-chief says Kyiv's military is struggling as Russia intensifies its efforts to move forward in the east of the country.
- + Third of German firms skeptical about 2024 — survey—Interest rates, sluggish global growth and the Ukraine and Gaza conflicts have all led to a negative outlook, a survey by the German Economic Institut...
- + Pakistan: 11 killed in suspected separatist raid—Local officials said the attack on migrant workers was the clear MO of Baloch militants. Meanwhile Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif called it an "incident ...
- + Australia's Qantas reroutes London flights amid Iran fears—Qantas Airways says it has temporarily rerouted Perth-London flights amid expectations of an Iranian attack on Israel.
- + Sydney police say 7 dead after shopping mall stabbings—Police say six people have been stabbed to death by an attacker at a Sydney shopping center before he was shot dead by police. Hundreds of people were...
- + Belarus: FSC accused of greenwashing furniture trade—Signatories of an open letter have called for an independent investigation into furniture produced in Belarusian jails and exported to the EU. They cl...
- + Belarus: Did prison-made furniture get FSC approval?—Signatories of an open letter have called for an independent investigation into furniture produced in Belarusian jails and exported to the EU. They sa...
- + Women still rare in Germany's military—For the first time ever, a woman is commanding a German navy combat unit. But women are still underrepresented in the Bundeswehr.
- + Women in the German military: Still rare—For the first time ever, a woman is commanding a German Navy combat unit. But women are still underrepresented in the Bundeswehr.
- + Argentina's Milei meets Elon Musk at Tesla factory—The two like-minded men bonded over free markets and the need to defend liberty. Argentina, which is undergoing economic reforms, is home to lithium d...
- + Thai group buys Berlin's iconic KaDeWe building—The building that houses the KaDeWe, a high-end department store and Berlin tourist attraction, has been taken over by the Thai Central Group. The gro...
- + US ex-ambassador sentenced for Cuban espionage—A former US diplomat has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for spying for Cuba for decades. The incident has been called "one of the highest-reachi...
- + Haiti: Transitional council to form new government—A transitional council has been created to choose Haiti's next prime minister and Cabinet. The move is seen as the first step in bringing security to ...
- + China fills Russia's critical war gaps, US says—The United States has accused China of aiding the largest Russian military expansion since the Soviet era. Chinese support has been critical in the Ru...
- + Israel-Hamas war: US watching Iran threat 'very closely'—The head of US Central Command is in Israel for urgent talks. A Pentagon official has said additional US assets have been moved to the Middle East to ...
- + Iranian embassy attack has Israel, Middle East on edge—Iran has accused Israel of conducting a deadly airstrike against its embassy in Syria. Tehran has now threatened to retaliate, amid growing fears the ...
- + World's oldest gorilla celebrates 67th birthday in Berlin—A gorilla at the Berlin zoo is set to celebrate her 67th birthday on Saturday. Believed to be the oldest gorilla in the world, Fatou has been in the c...
- + US House passes bill to renew controversial FISA spy program—FISA allows US authorities to spy on foreign nationals, but in some cases it can be used to collect US citizens' data as well. The controversial progr...
- + Russia floods: 'Critical' mass evacuations ordered—Hundreds of thousands of people in southern Russia and Kazakhstan have been told to leave their homes after the Ural River burst its banks, causing th...
- + US: Joe Biden rescinds $7.4 billion of student debt—Eradicating student debt has been a cornerstone of White House policy, with the Biden administration keen to attract young voters ahead of the US pres...
- + As Russia's war drags on, Ukraine tightens mobilization law—Ukraine's parliament has adopted new legislation making it easier to recruit urgently needed soldiers. The opposition, however, voted against the bill...
- + Mali's widening crackdown on politics and media—Mali's ruling junta has imposed bans on the activities of political parties and media coverage of political life. Suppression in Mali has been systema...
- + France fights disinformation as Olympics, elections loom—With the Paris Olympics and Paralympics approaching — not to mention the European elections in June — France is ramping up its fight against informati...
- + Notre Dame: State of the restoration 5 years after the fire—It's been five years since the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. It's set to reopen again in December 2024 — freshly renovated and "more beautifu...
- + Belgium probes Russian 'interference' in EU elections—Belgium's prime minister says the country's intelligence services have identified "pro-Russian interference networks" operating in several European co...
- + Lebanon: Killing of official unleashes fury against Syrians—The murder of local politician Pascal Suleiman is still under investigation. But accusations are already being politicized against the backdrop of the...
- + South Africa: Zuma's MK party surges amid ANC struggles—Will South Africa's ex-president Jacob Zuma run for president on behalf of a new political organization that he joined last year after denouncing the ...
- + Gender identity law passes in German parliament—The German parliament has voted for legislation smoothing the process for transgender, intersex and nonbinary people to change their name and gender i...
- + Poland: Lawmakers send forward bill to ease abortion law—A long-awaited parliamentary discussion on Poland's restrictive abortion laws saw heated debate. Premier Donald Tusk has promised liberalization, but ...
- + What to expect from Olaf Scholz's China visit?—The German chancellor is set for a balancing act during his talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, as Berlin weighs economic interests against geopolit...
- + Nigeria's Chibok girls: What happened 10 years ago—A decade ago, 276 girls were abducted from their school dormitory in Chibok, in northeastern Nigeria. The kidnappings still resonate today.
- + German Bundestag approves payment cards for asylum-seekers—German lawmakers have voted to introduce a card system meant to limit the amount of cash received by asylum-seekers. The government-backed initiative ...
- + Eyeing sustainability: Contact lenses vs. glasses—Is all the waste associated with contact lenses better than the environmental impact of manufacturing glasses? Join DW for this insightful sustainabil...
- + Glasses or contacts: The fast fashion problem we don't see—Is all the waste associated with contact lenses better than the environmental impact of manufacturing glasses? Join DW for this insightful sustainabil...
- + One year of Germany's Supply Chain Act — some progress made—A year ago, the German Supply Chain Act came into effect to combat child labor, starvation wages, and environmental destruction that consumers benefit...
- + Paleo-Indians changed Latin America — rock art proves it—Ancient humans moved to America 25,000 years ago. They told stories of their lives and how they changed the environment in stunning cave art.
- + German food and energy prices fall, inflation sinks to 2.2%—Inflation in Germany has fallen to its lowest level since before Russia invaded Ukraine. Food prices fell for the first time in more than 9 years, fig...
- + Germany: New office targets police racism and discrimination—Veteran former police officer Uli Grötsch is the new commissioner for the country's federal police. Here's a look at the newly created office — and th...
- + Germany: 3 teens held over suspected Islamist attack plans—Three teenagers have been detained on suspicion of planning an attack motivated by Islamist extremism. The teenagers reportedly glorified the "Islamic...
- + Germany: Bundestag to vote on gender self-determination law—German parliamentarians are to vote on a law that will make it easier to change gender identities and first names. Many trans people find the current ...
- + Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war?—Calls for sanctions on Israel over its offensive in Gaza are growing louder. France has refused to rule out curbs, while Turkey has restricted exports...
- + (For Friday)Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war?—Calls for sanctions on Israel over its offensive in Gaza are growing louder. France has refused to rule out curbs, while Turkey has restricted exports...
- + Xabi Alonso: The makings of rapid success—A top level coach for less than two years. Xabi Alonso is already regarded as one of the best in the business. His Basque childhood, Germany, career a...
- + Russia sends military trainers, troops to Niger—Russian military personnel arrived in Niamey to train their soldiers and set up an air defense system. Russia has been trying to build stronger ties w...
- + UN: No consensus on full membership for Palestine—Members of the United Nations Security Council failed to reach a consensus on a Palestinian bid for full UN membership.
- + Castaways rescued after writing 'HELP' in palm fronds—Three men in their 40s washed up on a desert island found an ingenious way to be noticed by rescue teams — they spelled out "HELP" in palm fronds. The...
- + Mali: Junta bans media coverage of political parties—In addition to banning the activities of political parties, Mali's ruling junta has also imposed a ban on media coverage of political life.
- + Germany: State CDU, AfD leaders clash in Thuringia TV duel—Two leading candidates of the conservative CDU and the far-right AfD in the state of Thuringia, Mario Voigt and Björn Höcke, clashed over issues such ...
- + US urges world to care more about Sudan—US diplomats urged countries to do more to stop the humanitarian crisis in Sudan as the conflict between the army and the RSF nears the one-year mark....
- + Germany pays Israeli Holocaust survivors amid Hamas war—Germany is making a €220 payment to each of Israel's 113,000 Holocaust survivors to help them cope with the war against Hamas. Tens of thousands of Is...
- + Alexei Navalny memoir to be published this fall—The late Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny began secretly writing a memoir in 2020 while receiving treatment for nerve agent poisoning. The book, titled "...
- + Israel-Hamas: Germany urges 'restraint' amid Iran tensions—German Foreign Minister Baerbock spoke with her Iranian counterpart, joining a diplomatic push to deescalate tensions after a deadly airstrike on an I...
- + EU approves new migration pact—After eight years of tough negotiations with the European Union's 27 member states, the European Parliament has approved a fundamental reform of asylu...
- + US, Japan, Philippines hold summit amid China threat—US President Joe Biden is hosting a defense summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines. Japanese PM Kishida addressed US Congress and said t...
- + Avalanche kills 3 skiers in Austrian Alps—At least three Dutch skiers have died during a ski excursion near the popular Austrian resort of Soelden in Tyrol province.
- + Volkswagen to invest €2.5 billion in China—Volkswagen will expand its production and research facilities in Anhui province as the German automaker looks to reclaim its title as China's top-sell...
- + O.J. Simpson, ex-NFL star acquitted of murder, dies at 76—The former star NFL football player, who was acquitted in a sensational murder trial in 1995, has died after a battle with cancer, his family said.
- + O.J. Simpson dies aged 76—The former star NFL football player, who was acquitted in a sensational murder trial in 1995, has died after a battle with cancer, his family said.
- + Israel-Hamas war: IDF launches central Gaza operation—The Israeli military said it has launched a "precise" operation in central Gaza. Meanwhile, amid increased threats from Iran, the head of the US Centr...
- + US, Japan military alliance to get biggest revamp since 1951—Washington and Tokyo plan to upgrade defense ties to maintain security and peace in the Asia-Pacific region. President Joe Biden and PM Fumio Kishida ...
- + Germany: Police offer €5,000 for tips after synagogue attack—German police have offered a cash reward for information about an arson attack on a synagogue in the northern city of Oldenburg last week.
- + Germany: Police offer €5,000 for synagogue attack tips—German police have offered a cash reward for information about an arson attack on a synagogue in the northern city of Oldenburg last week.
- + ECB holds interest rate at record high 4.5%—Europe's central bank has left its key interest rate unchanged. The decision, which was widely expected, comes even as inflation continues to fall fas...
- + Reconstructing Ukraine, even as Russian bombs fall—The German government wants to attract investment to Ukraine, despite Russia's ongoing invasion. Some 1,500 attendants are expected in Berlin this sum...
- + Australia: Court nixes Qatar Airways strip-search suit—Some Australian women have lost a bid to sue the airline over invasive examinations carried out at Doha Airport in 2020. But a court ruled they could ...
- + Fashion giants linked to deforestation in Brazil—Major brands like Zara and H&M sell garments produced with cotton from Brazilian farms. These have been linked to deforestation and land grabbing,...
- + Weathering: How racism impacts the body on a cellular level—We know health outcomes frequently differ based on race. The 'Weathering theory' could help explain why, at least in the US.
- + Vietnam tycoon sentenced to death in $12 billion fraud case—A Vietnamese real estate mogul has been handed the death penalty for her role in the biggest fraud case in the country's history.
- + Berlin drug-checking app alerts users to potentially lethal pills—Berlin's first drug-checking service launched last year, and demand is high. Now the data is being shared with the KnowDrugs app, which informs users ...
- + Akebono Taro: First foreign-born sumo champion dies at 54—Born in Hawaii, Akebono had taken up Japanese citizenship and spent 35 years there. US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel said he was "deeply saddened" ...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia strikes infrastructure nationwide—A number of power stations were hit after Russia launched a fresh wave of attacks across Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukrainian lawmakers passed a bill to over...
- + Pakistan: 17 pilgrims killed, dozens injured in bus crash—The bus carrying pilgrims to Eid al-Fitr celebrations fell into a ditch in southwest Pakistan. Deadly accidents are not uncommon in the country, due t...
- + Poland: Parliament to debate easing strict abortion law—A long-awaited parliamentary discussion on Poland's restrictive abortion laws is likely to see heated debate. Premier Donald Tusk has promised liberal...
- + Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?—The aviation industry must drastically reduce its emissions in the coming years. But there are still many hurdles to overcome.
- + Hope in sight for climate-neutral flights?—The aviation industry must drastically reduce its emissions in the coming years. But there are still many hurdles to overcome.
- + Lufthansa reaches pay deal with cabin crew after strikes—German flag carrier Lufthansa has agreed a pay rise for cabin staff. After ground crews and airport security personnel reached similar deals, a wave o...
- + Myanmar: Junta troops withdraw from border town, rebels say—Anti-junta rebels say they have driven government troops from a key border hub near Thailand. If the news is verified, it signals another setback for ...
- + Biden considers Australia request to drop Julian Assange case—On the fifth anniversary of Julian Assange's UK incarceration, Joe Biden said he is considering dropping the US prosecution push against the Wikileaks...
- + South Korea: PM offers to resign after election defeat—South Korea's prime minister and top presidential advisers have offered to step down after the ruling party suffered a major electoral defeat.
- + Philadelphia Eid shooting leaves 3 injured—About 1,000 people were at a celebration in the US city to mark the end of Ramadan when gunfire erupted.
- + US: Gunfire at Philadelphia Eid al-Fitr event injures three—A shooting between two rival groups at an Eid al-Fitr event injured three, including a 15-year-old suspect. Police have taken five people into custody...
- + Iran: Lufthansa suspends flights to Tehran—Due to the situation in the Middle East, German airline Lufthansa has suspended flights to the Iranian capital of Tehran.
- + Mali junta cracks down on political activity—Citing the need to maintain public order, the Malian junta suspended all political party activities until further notice.
- + Mali: Junta suspends political party activities—Citing the need to maintain public order, the Malian junta suspended all political party activities until further notice.
- + Israel-Hamas war: Sons of Hamas leader killed in airstrike—An Israeli strike in Gaza has killed three sons of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh. Meanwhile, US President Biden has said he does not agree wit...
- + Legal pressures mount on Germany to cut aid to Israel—Multiple legal cases have been filed against Germany trying to force the government to cease military support for Israel. Germany says its policies ar...
- + As Russia's war in Ukraine drags on, Zelenskyy's term is up—Five years ago, Volodymyr Zelenskyy won Ukraine's presidential election by a landslide. His term officially ends in May, but an election is unlikely w...
- + As Russia's war drags on, Zelenskyy's term is up in Ukraine—Five years ago, Volodymyr Zelenskyy won Ukraine's presidential election by a landslide. His term officially ends in May, but an election is unlikely w...
- + Japan, US to increase defense ties after leaders' summit—US President Joe Biden has welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House for talks that included increasing "purely defensive" str...
- + Ukraine updates: Switzerland to host 'peace summit' in June—The event is expected to draw officials from dozens of countries, although Russia is not expected to attend. Meanwhile, the German government outlined...
- + Kara-Murza's wife says dream of a democratic Russia lives on—Evgenia Kara-Murza told DW her husband, Vladimir Kara-Murza, was put in a Siberian penal colony for trying to expose the truth about the level of oppr...
- + European Parliament agrees on stricter EU migration rules—Following years of debate, European Union lawmakers have passed a landmark reform of the bloc's asylum system to reduce irregular migration. The new r...
- + Germany arrests 'IS' suspects for enslaving Yazidi children—German police have arrested two Iraqis suspected of being "Islamic State" members for allegedly enslaving two Yazidi girls between 2015 and 2017. They...
- + Russian oligarchs win appeal to partially annul EU sanctions—A European Union court has annulled sanctions imposed on two Russian businessmen in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, ruling the reasoning beh...
- + From solar to EVs: How China is overproducing green tech—China faces more scrutiny from the West over its aggressive export practices — overcapacity and huge subsidies. The US and EU are working to ensure th...
- + Congo: SADC soldier deaths underline concerns over mission—The deaths of Tanzanian soldiers raise questions about the ability of the Southern African Development Community's (SADC) mission to defeat M23 rebels...
- + Climate phenomena: What are El Nino and La Nina?—Originating in the Pacific Ocean, the El Nino climate pattern is intensifying drought from Africa to Asia. Here's why El Nino and its sibling, La Nina...
- + What are El Nino and La Nina?—Originating in the Pacific Ocean, the El Nino climate pattern is intensifying drought from Africa to Asia. Here's why El Nino and its sibling, La Nina...
- + German ports to receive security and competitiveness boost—Growing threats and the need to bolster competitiveness have prompted the German government to start work on a national port strategy.
- + German ports to receive security and comptetiveness boost—Growing threats and the need to bolster competitiveness have prompted the German government to start work on a national port strategy.
- + Why Germany needs a new national port strategy—Growing security threats and the need to bolster competitiveness have prompted the German government to start work on a national port strategy.
- + Myanmar: Rebel fighters pressure junta at border hub—The Myanmar military and an ethnic minority armed group have clashed for a second day near Myawaddy — an important frontier trading point. Thailand ha...
- + South Korea: Opposition set to boost majority — exit polls—South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party is set to increase its parliamentary majority, according to exit polls. After a polarizing and personal...
- + Eid al-Fitr: Muslims mark the end of Ramadan holy month—Muslims across the world, including in Germany, are celebrating after a month of fasting and prayer. For many Muslims this year it is a somber event a...
- + Fact check: Did Zelenskyy buy King Charles' Highgrove House?—A website that wants you to think it's a UK-based news outlet claims Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has bought Highgrove House — a mansion pr...
- + Boson predictor Peter Higgs: A fundamentally modest physicist—They called it the "elusive" God Particle. But they found it in the end — the Higgs boson. Its namesake, British physicist and Nobel Laureate Peter Hi...
- + Mirna Funk explains the relevance of ancient Jewish rules—Everyone must make the world a better place; slander is worse than murder; women have the right to good sex. In "Learning from Jews," Mirna Funk explo...
- + Ecuador's ex-Vice President Glas returns to prison—Jorge Glas, whose arrest from the Mexican embassy last weekend sparked international outcry, was briefly hospitalized. Ecuadorian authorities say his ...
- + Missouri executes convicted killer despite clemency appeals—The mid-western US state's governor rejected a clemency appeal for convicted murderer Brian Dorsey. His execution is the first in Missouri this year a...
- + Nobel Prize-winning physicist Peter Higgs dies, aged 94—The professor who proposed the existence of the so-called "God particle" that helped explain how matter formed after the Big Bang, died on Monday foll...
- + Georgia: Thousands protest 'foreign agent' law—People took to the streets of Tbilisi to protest government plans to introduce a law to monitor foreign funding of NGOs. Critics have dubbed it the "R...
- + US: Arizona to enforce 19th century abortion ban—Arizona's Supreme Court has upheld a law from 1864 that opens the door to prosecuting doctors who perform abortions.
- + Russia-backed borders in Georgia condemned by rights court—Europe's top rights court ruled Russia violated a human rights charter by helping set up borders blocking movement from the Moscow-backed breakaway re...
- + Why is a 'French Foreign Legion' for the UAE problematic?—The UAE is a hub for mercenaries in Africa and the Middle East. Now the Emirates want their own version of the French Foreign Legion. That may change ...
- + US Congress reconvenes as Ukraine aid remains stalled—House Speaker Mike Johnson could face a rebellion within his own ranks as hardline Republicans continue to oppose a funding package for Ukraine.
- + Italy dam blast leaves several dead and missing—An explosion at a hydroelectric dam in central Italy led to injuries and several deaths. Firefighters are searching for missing people. It is not imme...
- + US: Parents of Michigan school shooter sentenced to jail—The court ruled that the parents had failed to halt a "runaway train" by buying their son a firearm and ignoring signs of his worsening mental health....
- + Germany population growth to remain flat, study shows—A new study shows Germany's population is expected to grow by only 0.6% by 2040, with large regional disparities. Concurrently, the number of working ...
- + Nigeria: electricity tariff hike causes outrage—The government says the increase will only affect 1.5 million consumers in Nigeria, mostly manufacturers. But analysts believe the hike will lead to h...
- + India elections: Why are expats important to BJP?—As India gears up for elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his rivals vie for support of the Indian diaspora — despite the laws barring Indian ...
- + Djibouti: Dozens of migrants die in shipwreck—Thousands of migrants try to reach Gulf countries from the Horn of Africa each year on a route through the Red Sea the UN migration agency describes a...
- + Ukraine updates: US sends seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine—The US military said it has sent small arms and ammunition seized en route to Houthi rebels in Yemen. Meanwhile, Germany said it will deliver addition...
- + IOC gets its way as top Western nations all agree to Russian athletes at Paris 2024—Britain has reluctantly accepted the International Olympic Committee's plan for Russian athletes at the Paris Games. Those with no military background...
- + South Africa: Court rules Jacob Zuma can run in election—The ban on the former president's candidacy for the newly formed MK party has been lifted despite a criminal conviction. The ruling ANC could lose its...
- + IEC clears South Africa ex-president Zuma for election run—The ban on the former president's candidacy for the newly formed MK party has been lifted despite a criminal conviction. The ruling ANC could lose its...
- + Little escape for Rafah residents amid plans for offensive—Life remains dire for displaced Palestinians in Rafah, a city near Gaza's border with Egypt. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has now set a d...
- + Ireland: Simon Harris elected new prime minister—Ireland's parliament has voted in Simon Harris as the country's youngest ever prime minister. Harris, 37, replaces Leo Varadkar after he abruptly quit...
- + US, Japan and Philippines summit: What's next for Asia?—The trilateral meeting in Washington could launch a new security architecture for the Indo-Pacific, giving a larger role to Japan and the Philippines....
- + Germany presents defense at ICJ over Gaza 'genocide' claim—Nicaragua has brought Germany before the International Court of Justice on charges of facilitating genocide in Gaza. Germany has rebuked the claims.
- + China and Russia agree to boost ties in opposition to West—Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov has held bilateral talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang during his visit to Beijing. They discussed their close tie...
- + Israel-Hamas war: France, Jordan, Egypt call for cease-fire—Leaders of the three countries have reiterated the need for a two-state solution. Meanwhile, the militant Islamist group Hamas has said it is reviewin...
- + Germany: Minister demands 'zero tolerance' for violent crime—After recording an increase in violent crime, German interior minister Nancy Faeser has said there is "no justification" for violence and promised "co...
- + Why is China canceling US wheat shipments?—China's wheat imports could decline in 2024, with shipment cancellations and delays raising concerns of weakening demand. What's really behind the sur...
- + Climate: ECHR judges side with Swiss group in rights ruling—Judges have been ruling on complaints about national failures to curb carbon emissions. The court ruled in favor of a Swiss women's group, saying some...
- + Record hot March caps warmest 12 months on record — report—The past 10 months have all been the hottest on record. The average global temperature in March was 1.68 degrees Celsius warmer than the pre-industria...
- + Ecuador: Ex-vice president hospitalized after embassy raid—Jorge Glas was arrested over the weekend following a rare security raid on the Mexican Embassy in Quito. Prison authorities say he had been refusing t...
- + Trump's attempt to delay hush money trial fails—Donald Trump has argued that Democrat-heavy Manhattan would produce a jury that was prejudiced against him. The April 15 trial would be the first crim...
- + Germany: Suspect charged with planning 'coup' attempt—Prosecutors in Hamburg have said affiliates of the radical "Reichsbürger" movement planned to elicit Russian help in an attempt to overthrow the Germa...
- + Germany: 'Groped' female statues highlight sexual harassment—To show how sexual harassment leaves its mark, a women's rights organization in Germany is drawing attention to statues of nude women, with breasts th...
- + Ukraine updates: More strikes reported near Zaporizhzhia—Ukrainian officials say Russia has hit over 300 targets in the Zaporizhzhia region in 24 hours. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has warned th...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu sets 'date' for Rafah offensive—Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu has said "there is a date" set for an offensive in Rafah, just a day after the IDF said it had reduced troop numbers in so...
- + Panama Papers trial gets underway with 27 suspects charged—Those among the 27 people on trial include founders of the Mossack-Fonseca law firm at the center of the "Panama Papers" tax evasion scandal that reve...
- + Three Tanzanian soldiers killed by mortar fire in DR Congo—The soldiers were part of a southern African peacekeeping mission sent to help government forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo fight M23 rebels.
- + Rwandan youth grapples with aftermath of genocide—Three decades ago, Hutu militias turned Rwanda into a brutal execution ground for over a million people, mostly members of the Tutsi minority. How is ...
- + Germany sends first soldiers for permanent Lithuania force—Germany is setting up a military base in Lithuania intended to deter Russia from further attacking its neighbors. The base is set to be fully operatio...
- + Germany rebukes Nicaragua's Gaza 'genocide' claims—Nicaragua has said Germany airdropping aid into Gaza while supplying Israel with weapons appears as a "pathetic excuse" to Palestinians. Berlin has sa...
- + Iran gas pipeline: A solution to Pakistan's energy woes?—Energy-hungry Pakistan wants to proceed with a natural gas pipeline connecting it and neighboring Iran. But the US has warned about the risk of sancti...
- + South Korea elections: What is at stake?—President Yoon Suk Yeol is deeply unpopular with the electorate ahead of Wednesday's parliamentary vote, with the left-leaning Democratic Party lookin...
- + Iran's Sunni Muslims face discrimination amid Eid al-Fitr—Sunni Muslims, who make up 10% of Iran's population, say they have few rights in the Islamic Republic. Amid Eid al-Fitr celebrations marking Ramadan's...
- + German Chancellor Olaf Scholz joins TikTok—The chancellor has promised he "won't dance," with his spokesperson saying the platform would allow Germany's government to reach more people who are ...
- + Are glasses or contacts better for the environment?—Is all the waste associated with contact lenses better than the environmental impact of manufacturing glasses? Join DW for this insightful sustainabil...
- + Russia evacuates thousands amid floods in Ural region—Russia says thousands of homes have been flooded because of rising river levels in the Urals and surrounding regions.
- + Targeting fast fashion, France aims to slow wasteful industry—France is working on a new law to better regulate fast-fashion companies. Experts and activists welcome the measure — although some would have preferr...
- + New guidelines to help kids overcome food allergies—A new study provides safe guidelines for clinicians and families training children to overcome food allergies. Experts have said it's like "training f...
- + Sudanese despair as war nears 1-year anniversary—In Sudan, civilians are suffering the consequences of a bloody conflict between the Sudanese army and the country's main paramilitary group, the Rapid...
- + German airports reach agreement to end strike action—Airport operators in Germany have agreed on a deal with security staff after a series of strikes at some of the country's biggest airports.
- + Mozambique: More than 90 killed as overcrowded boat sinks—A makeshift ferry with nearly 130 people on board sank off the northern coast of Mozambique. Authorities said some passengers were attending a fair, w...
- + Total solar eclipse 2024: A quick guide on what to expect—North America will witness a total solar eclipse on April 8. Find out how and where you can watch it.
- + Germany faces top UN court over Gaza 'genocide' claim—Nicaragua has brought a case before the International Court of Justice in The Hague aiming to end Germany's ongoing support for Israel, claiming it vi...
- + Ukraine: Zelenskyy urges for more aid amid Kharkiv bombing—The Ukrainian president stressed that Kyiv's defense capabilities were not "sufficient." Russia has intensified attacks on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second l...
- + Ukraine: Drone attack damages Zaporizhzhia power plant—Nuclear watchdog IAEA says building housing reactor sustained damage after three direct hits but safety was not compromised. One casualty was reported...
- + Germany: Police charge suspect in Halle bomb-making case—Police in the eastern city of Halle have charged a 36-year-old with illegal use of explosives. Police said the man was drunk and shouting xenophobic s...
- + US women's football team: Will new generation still fight for social causes?—The responsibility of what it means to play for the US' women's football team has always been more than just the game. Will the new generation continu...
- + Germany: Hundreds march in solidarity after synagogue attack—Hundreds of Oldenburg residents turned out in support of the Jewish community Sunday after an arson attack at a local synagogue. Jewish representative...
- + Germany: Hundreds at solidarity march after synagogue attack—Hundreds of Oldenburg residents turned out in support of the Jewish community Sunday after an arson attack at a local synagogue on Friday. Jewish repr...
- + Rwanda marks 30 years since 1994 genocide of Tutsis—April 7 marks 30 years since the start of a genocide that would see nearly 1 million Tutsis and moderate Hutus murdered in Rwanda. Scars on survivors'...
- + Israel-Hamas war: IDF pulls most troops from southern Gaza—The partial withdrawal from the city of Khan Younis comes exactly six months after Hamas launched deadly attacks on Israel. Meanwhile, Gaza cease-fire...
- + Ecuador: US, Spain, Honduras slam Mexico embassy raid—International leaders called out the violation of Vienna treaties where premises of diplomatic missions are considered "inviolable" after Ecuadorian p...
- + What does the International Court of Justice do?—Israel must defend itself against accusations of genocide before the International Court of Justice. But what does the court, unique in the world, do ...
- + Does Erdogan's defeat signal hope for Turkish diaspora?—The recent electoral defeat for the president's party has sparked joy within the opposition and inspired hope among Turks who have emigrated abroad. B...
- + Scotland caught up in heated debate over new hate speech law—A change in the law from April 1 aims to better protect people in Scotland against hate crimes. But days after its introduction, the new law remains c...
- + Greece raises wildfire alert amid early blazes—Greece has raised a wildfire alert to its second-highest level after dozens of blazes broke out over the weekend. They come following a record warm wi...
- + Poland votes in local elections test for Tusk—Polish voters are going to the polls in local elections that will test the public mood under a new liberal government. Premier Donald Tusk is seeking ...
- + Poland vote in local elections test for Tusk—Polish voters are going to the polls in local elections that will test the public mood under a new liberal government. Premier Donald Tusk is seeking ...
- + US-China relationship on 'more stable footing' Yellen says—Chinese Premier Li Qiang hosted the US Treasury in Beijing, and both agreed to cooperate despite their differences.
- + Mexico, Nicaragua cut ties with Ecuador after embassy raid—President Lopez Obrador called the arrest of Ecuador's former VP Jorge Glas at Mexico's Quito embassy "a flagrant violation of international law." Nic...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Massive rallies urge Netanyahu to resign—Israelis have again taken to the streets to demand a deal for the release of hostages held by Hamas. The Gaza military operation has now hit its 6-mon...
- + Slovakia: Ukraine-skeptic Pellegrini wins presidential race—Peter Pellegrini of the ruling nationalist coalition is set to become Slovakia's president after defeating opposition independent Ivan Korcok. The rul...
- + Denmark: Locals rip up Christiania's famous Pusher Street—Residents joined police to clear out Pusher Street, where weed and hash had been sold freely. Locals in the libertarian neighborhood grew fed up with ...
- + Hungary: Tens of thousands rally in support of Orban rival—Former government insider Peter Magyar parted ways with the right-wing, ruling Fidesz party. The lawyer says his political movement will bring left an...
- + Germany: Violent crime reaches 15-year high — report—Germany recorded more than 214,000 criminal acts of violence last year, according to official police statistics. Overall crime also rose, according to...
- + Fact check: Is Biden or Trump better for the US economy?—Who is the more economically competent, Trump or Biden? One has public opinion on his side; the data supports the other. DW examined four claims about...
- + Africa's fight against health risks of urban air pollution—Cities are growing rapidly in Africa, but many countries lack effective technologies to measure the associated air pollution. Experts are finding new ...
- + Climate activist Greta Thunberg arrested in the Netherlands—Dutch authorities have detained Greta Thunberg and other climate protesters from the Extinction Rebellion group after they blocked a motorway in The H...
- + ABBA: Unexpected success story that started 50 years ago—On March 6, 1974, the Swedish pop band ABBA won the 19th Eurovision Song Contest, held in the English seaside resort of Brighton. Nobody expected the ...
- + How powerful is Hamas after 6 months of war with Israel?—After half a year of war, and in spite of Israel's military strength, Hamas continues to fight. While it's impossible to pinpoint the exact strength o...
- + How powerful is Hamas after six months of war with Israel?—After six months of war, and in spite of Israel's military strength, Hamas continues to fight. While it is impossible to pinpoint exactly how strong t...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Biden steps up pressure on negotiators—The US President is urging Egypt and Qatar to press Hamas to agree to a cease-fire deal. Meanwhile, former US House speaker Pelosi has signed a letter...
- + More than 600 people still stranded after Taiwan earthquake—Helicopters in Taiwan are being used to rescue stranded people as rescue work continues following a powerful earthquake.
- + Kharkiv targeted in deadly Russian strike on Ukraine—Ukrainian air defenses intercepted more than two dozen drones fired by Russia on Kharkiv, the Ukrainian army said. The attack killed at least six peop...
- + US, China to hold 'intensive exchanges on balanced growth'—The agreement follows talks between US Treasury Secretary Yellen and her Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. Yellen is in China for her second visit in a ...
- + Senegal's new government full of fresh faces—Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said the government was approved by Senegal's new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who promised radical reform when he w...
- + Mexico cuts ties with Ecuador after embassy raid—Security forces stormed the Mexican embassy arresting former Ecuadoran vice president Jorge Glas who was taking refuge there. Mexican President Lopez ...
- + Slovakia holds presidential election amid Ukraine divisions—Voters in Slovakia are choosing between Peter Pellegrini of the ruling nationalist coalition and opposition independent Ivan Korcok. The ruling coalit...
- + France: 15-year old boy dies after attack near school—A teenage boy has died in the hospital after a group of people "tried to massacre him" as he left school. It was the second serious attack on a school...
- + New York rattled by rare earthquake—Authorities in New York said there were no immediate reports of damage after the earthquake, which was also felt in nearby states. Strong seismic acti...
- + Biden to Baltimore: 'Your nation has your back'—US President Joe Biden flew to Baltimore on Friday to get a firsthand view of the destroyed Francis Scott Key Bridge. The structure collapsed after be...
- + Russia: Orenburg officials urge evacuations amid flooding—A number of provinces in Siberia and along the Ural Mountains have been grappling with flooding in recent days. The Orenburg region has declared a sta...
- + Hamas attack: 6 months later, Israelis cope with new reality—Israelis are still coming to terms with the October 7 Hamas terror attacks six months on. While support for Israel's war effort in Gaza remains high, ...
- + Sudan: Darfur receives first food aid deliveries in months—The first aid convoys in months have arrived in Darfur. But the WFP's top envoy to Sudan said "unprecedented" starvation will sweep across the country...
- + Egypt: Cash helps now, but only reforms secure the future—Recent international investments were a lifeline for Egypt's economy. Now it's up to President el-Sissi to enact sweeping reforms to satisfy investors...
- + Germany prepares for court date over genocide claims—The International Court of Justice in the Hague will soon hear Nicaragua's case that Germany's support for Israel violates the Genocide Convention. Th...
- + Taiwan rescuers free nine trapped in open cave trail—Rescue teams have freed nine people who were trapped in a cave in a mountainous region of eastern Taiwan. The death toll in the powerful quake is expe...
- + How Cologne's Jewish community rebuilt after World War II—The oldest Jewish community in Germany took a step towards returning to normal life after the Holocaust 75 years ago. In 1949, a new synagogue was con...
- + EU and US pledge fresh financial support for Armenia—Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with top EU and US officials in Brussels. It comes as Yerevan continues to distance itself from Russia in ...
- + Richarlison can spur change in Brazilian football mentality—Richarlison's comments about how working with a sports psychologist saved his career – and his life – could spur a major change in attitude towards me...
- + What's behind China's gold-buying spree?—For more than a year, China's central bank has been buying up large amounts of gold. The move, along with the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, have helped sp...
- + Reopened Nigeria-Niger border promises trade growth—Traders and communities on both sides of the Niger-Nigeria border suffered under ECOWAS sanctions on Niger. Trade has now resumed and a new Chinese-fu...
- + EU, NATO growing in popularity in Germany—Germans are feeling the threat of geopolitical instability and are rallying around political and military institutions, a new ARD Deutschlandtrend pol...
- + EU and NATO growing in popularity in Germany—Germans are feeling the threat of geopolitical instability and are rallying around political and military institutions, a new ARD Deutschlandtrend pol...
- + German government wants 'war-ready' troops—The new Bundeswehr is to become "war-ready" and flexible, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said as he announced his plans to restructure the German ar...
- + Israel fires officers over deadly drone attack on aid convoy—Israel says it has dismissed two officers for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that killed seven aid workers. An investigation said the pair had v...
- + Poland local elections: Voters judge Tusk's first 100 days—Just over 100 days after taking office, Donald Tusk's center-left coalition is facing its first electoral test. With many disappointed at the pace of ...
- + Local elections: Voters to judge Tusk's first 100 days—Just over 100 days after taking office, Donald Tusk's center-left coalition is facing its first electoral test. With many disappointed at the pace of ...
- + Germany: Many far-right extremists licensed to own arms—The German government says more than 1,000 members of far-right groups still have permission to own firearms. This comes as the domestic intelligence ...
- + Europol maps out 821 'most threatening' crime groups—Europol has compiled details on hundreds of criminal networks posing a "pervasive and complex" threat to the continent. The agency says it lifts a vei...
- + Rwanda genocide: A complex return home after doing time—The people who received the maximum sentence for crimes during the 1994 Rwanda genocide have been released. DW spoke with a sociologist about what the...
- + Total Solar eclipse 2024: A quick guide on what to expect—North America will witness a total solar eclipse on April 8. Find out how and where you can watch it.
- + Chinese subsidies endanger world economy, says US' Yellen—US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has said that China's subsidy-fueled "overcapacity" could overload the global market. Beijing has dismissed such co...
- + Is Telegram a threat to Ukraine's national security?—Ukraine is considering banning Telegram. Pro-Russian channels on the messenger ap are allegedly spreading misinformation about Ukrainian military and ...
- + South Korean president casts ballot in early voting—South Korea is holding two days of early voting ahead of April 10 parliamentary elections. President Yoon Suk-yeol is hoping his ruling party will ret...
- + Israel-Hamas war: 'No more excuses' on Gaza aid — Germany—German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned against delays in delivering urgently needed aid to Gaza, after Israel announced it was opening more ...
- + Muhammad Ali's 'Thrilla in Manila' trunks up for auction—The shorts that were worn by boxing champion Muhammad Ali during his historic fight with Joe Frazier are poised to sell for $6 million.
- + What aid is Germany sending to Gaza?—Israel is temporarily reopening some aid routes into Gaza. Though Germany is still providing aid, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has called the ae...
- + Ecuador declares Mexico ambassador persona non grata—The envoy was told to leave due to what Ecuador called "unfortunate" comments from the Mexican president AMLO about the South American country's elect...
- + Los Angeles police investigate $30 million Easter heist—The cash was stolen out of a facility in the northern Los Angeles suburb of Sylmar over the weekend. It was unclear how the thieves managed to bypass ...
- + NATO stresses unity as foreign ministers wrap up summit—The US and Europe still need each other, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg told DW as the alliance marks its 75-year anniversary. Meanwhile, Ukraine appeale...
- + France: Strasbourg attack suspect jailed for 30 years—An accomplice of the 2018 Strasbourg Christmas market attack was sentenced for supplying the main perpetrator with weapons. The attack had left five p...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Biden warns cease-fire is 'essential'—US policy on Gaza will depend on Israel reducing harm to civilians, President Joe Biden told Benjamin Netanyahu. Meanwhile, Israel has reopened some a...
- + Fact check: A video purporting to show the Taiwan quake is almost three years old—Many images and videos have been posted online since this week's 7.4-magnitude earthquake on Taiwan's east coast. One video has nothing to do with the...
- + German AfD politician rejects Russian payment claims—Petr Bystron said he was a target of a "defamation campaign" following reports that he took money from a Russian disinformation site. Czech officials ...
- + Lebanon's billionaire PM Mikati denies corruption claims—A complaint filed in France against Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati accuses the billionaire politician of financial fraud, including money laund...
- + German Bundestag considers COVID-19 inquiry—A growing number of German politicians and health experts are calling for a review of the government's COVID-19 pandemic response. One possibility wou...
- + German Bundestag considers COVID inquiry—A growing number of German politicians and health experts are calling for a review of the government's COVID pandemic response. One possibility would ...
- + Tour of the Basque Country: Cycling race halted after crash—Jonas Vingegaard, the two-time Tour de France winner, was among the cyclists taken to hospital. The fourth stage of the Tour of the Basque Country was...
- + Denmark: Faulty missile launcher shuts down shipping lane—A missile launcher which "cannot be deactivated" has prompted the Danish military to close the Great Belt strait, a route used by cargo ships to acces...
- + Germany launches military reform with new command structure—Germany's Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said he was aiming for a "war-ready" military, with a new central command and a branch specializing in cybe...
- + Germany launches military reform to tackle cyber threats—The German military is setting up a new central command and a new branch of the armed forces focusing on cyber warfare to operate alongside the army, ...
- + Greek voters demand justice for Tempi train crash—More than a year has passed since 57 people lost their lives in the biggest train crash in Greek history. The public blames the government for failing...
- + What aid Germany is sending to Gaza—Seven international aid workers were killed in an Israeli attack in Gaza. Though Germany is still providing aid, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock ha...
- + Why are more German firms moving from China to Japan?—A recent survey has shown more German companies see Japan as a stable choice for production in Asia amid geopolitical tension and uncertainties over t...
- + Stolen endangered monkey Ruma returned to Leipzig Zoo—A passing jogger spotted the lion-tailed macaque, whisked away from Leipzig Zoo by thieves, in a tree.
- + Stolen endangered monkey Ruma returned to zoo—A passing jogger spotted the lion-tailed macaque, whisked away from Leipzig Zoo by thieves, in a tree.
- + How prepared is Taiwan for earthquakes?—Taiwan sits on a boundary of tectonic plates, and its long history of catastrophic quakes has forced the island to improve its building construction a...
- + Taiwan: Rescue operations continue after major earthquake—Many residents in the worst-hit city of Hualien spend the night outdoors in a tent on a sports ground as a series of more than 300 aftershocks followe...
- + Myanmar junta says drones shot down over capital—Myanmar's leadership says drones have been shot down over the capital, Naypyitaw. The attack comes with the ruling military junta fighting battles on ...
- + Tech war: China could face US, EU curbs over legacy chips—After the US cut China's access to cutting-edge chips, the EU and US are concerned about the country's dominance of semiconductors used in everyday te...
- + Ukraine updates: Deadly drones strike Kharkiv residents—Four people killed and 12 wounded due to overnight Shahed drone attacks on Kharkiv. Meanwhile, mass cases of cholera have been reported among children...
- + Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane—Flying is a major CO2 emitter when traveling. But how feasible are alternative modes of transportation? DW reporter Benjamin Bathke traveled 36 hours ...
- + Berlin to Helsinki without using a plane—Flying is a major CO2 emitter when traveling. But how feasable are alternative modes of transportation? DW reporter Benjamin Bathke traveled 36 hours ...
- + Germany probes over 400 police due to far-right views—Hundreds of German police officers are under investigation over links with right-wing extremist or conspiracist ideology, a media report says.
- + Sierra Leone: Calls grow for clampdown on kush—As the polydrug kush — also known as K2 — increasingly threatens the public health of young Sierra Leoneans, religious and development leaders want th...
- + NATO foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine support plan—Foreign ministers are meeting for a second day at NATO headquarters in Brussels to discuss support for Ukraine. Thursday also marks the 75th anniversa...
- + Israel-Hamas war: US urges protection of aid workers in Gaza—In a phone call with his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed his outrage at the airstrike that killed seven ...
- + Iran: Border guards killed in clashes with gunmen—Several Iranian security force members were killed during clashes with gunmen who opened fire on two sites linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps,...
- + Iran: Five border guards killed in clashes with gunmen—At least five Iranian security force members were killed during clashes with gunmen who opened fire on two sites linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard ...
- + Why are forests so important?—Every day the planet loses more and more trees to deforestation, according to a new study. But what do forests do for us anyway?
- + Peru: PM wins confidence vote amid Rolexgate scandal—Congress has backed new Prime Minister Gustavo Adrianzen after he asked for a vote of confidence over a scandal involving the president's Rolex collec...
- + WhatsApp back up after outages around the world—Tens of thousands of WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook users in the US, India and other countries had been unable to access the popular platforms. What...
- + 75 years of NATO: How is the military alliance faring?—When NATO was founded in 1949, the enemy was on its eastern border. Today, it seems things have come full circle: The alliance's 75th anniversary is o...
- + Bundeswehr starts preparing for war—NATO was created to act as a bulwark against the Soviet Union and the West German army trained for defense against attacks from the east. Three decade...
- + Gaza war tests bond between Israel and United States—From liability to asset to liability again: For the United States, Israel has been a close, but difficult, ally over several decades. The Gaza campaig...
- + Anja Niedringhaus: Remembering the war photographer—It's ten years since Anja Niedringhaus was killed in Afghanistan on April 4, 2014. With her photography, the Pulitzer laureate chronicled wars and cri...
- + Finland: Bullying motive in school shooting, police say—A 12-year-old boy is suspected of killing a classmate in a shooting at a primary school in the Finnish city of Vantaa. Police have not yet commented o...
- + South Africa speaker resigns amid corruption probe—Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is accused of soliciting bribes during her time as defense minister before she became the speaker of parliament. The resignati...
- + Bavarian police go pantless in uniform protest—A German police union released a video to express frustration over the dearth of uniforms. It says a lack of respect for those in uniform is leaving c...
- + EU investigates Chinese solar firms over unfair subsidies—Chinese solar panel manufactures have joined bids to build a power plant in Romania. But the European Commission believes they may have received gover...
- + Zimbabwe declares national disaster amid El Nino drought—Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa is asking for $2 billion (€1.85 billion) in food aid to help milllions of people impacted by drought brought a...
- + What's holding Olaf Scholz's coalition government together?—"Vicious and classless" — the tone in the German government has grown startlingly harsh. The parties are arguing about everything, including weapons f...
- + After Damascus embassy attack, what will Iran do?—Iran has vowed to retaliate for an attack on its diplomatic buildings in Syria, likely by Israel. Options include everything from further attacks by I...
- + Cambodia: Ex-dictator Hun Sen returns as chief of Senate—Strongmen Hun Sen handed power to his son Hun Manet last year after ruling Cambodia for nearly four decades. Now, the veteran leader is staging a come...
- + Spain: ex-soccer boss Rubiales detained in corruption probe—Former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales is in trouble again after being detained as part of a corruption probe. He is already the subject of a cri...
- + India election: Will Kejriwal arrest boost opposition?—The arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on corruption charges just weeks before a general election has fired up India's opposition, which a...
- + Congo: PM Tuluka eyes peace in volatile east—The Democratic Republic of Congo's first female prime minister, Judith Suminwa Tuluka, takes office amid intensifying fighting in eastern DRC. She's v...
- + Will Italy replace Germany as Europe's economic powerhouse?—While Germany's economy is stalling, Italy is experiencing continued growth. The post-pandemic economic resurgence has little to do with PM Giorgia Me...
- + Is Italy overtaking Germany as Europe's economic powerhouse?—While Germany's economy is stalling, Italy is experiencing continued growth. But this has little to do with PM Giorgia Meloni's economic policies and ...
- + Taiwan quake: Everything you need to know about earthquakes—The east coast of Taiwan was struck recently by an earthquake, the region’s strongest in 25 years. The island is located in an earthquake hotspot. Why...
- + Eurozone inflation drops faster than predicted in March—Consumer prices in the eurozone went down further in March than economists expected. But analysts are still not predicting an immediate cut in interes...
- + Taiwan: Hundreds injured in 'strongest quake in 25 years'—Authorities in Taiwan reported several deaths and hundreds of injuries on the east coast of the island. Scores of people were also trapped in tunnels ...
- + German car industry regains some confidence—German carmakers are seeing the future in a rosier light than last month, a leading economic institute says. Positive developments regarding exports t...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Poland says aid strike 'testing' ties—Polish PM Donald Tusk has joined world leaders in condemning an Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers, including one Polish citizen. The identi...
- + Ukraine: NATO membership a question of 'when, not if'—NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has reportedly floated a five-year, €100 billion package that allies are set to discuss in Brussels. Ahead of the meeting,...
- + Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy says fewer troops needed to fight—The Ukrainian president drew back from an earlier target of 500,000 additional troops needed to fend off Russia. Meanwhile, Russia said army recruitme...
- + North Korea says it tested new solid-fuel hypersonic missile—Kim Jong Un oversaw the launch and says the success of the launch means North Korea can build nuclear-capable systems for missiles of all ranges.
- + Taiwan hit by 'strongest earthquake in 25 years'—Authorities have reported at least one death and dozens of injuries. Meanwhile, Japan has downgraded an earlier tsunami warning to "advisory."
- + Ukraine: NATO ministers debate €100 billion military fund—NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has reportedly floated a €100 billion package over five years, which foreign ministers meeting in Brussels are set to disc...
- + US Republicans introduce bill to name airport after Trump—US Republican Representative Guy Reschenthaler has filed legislation to rename the Dulles International Airport in Virginia as "Donald J. Trump Intern...
- + Biden speaks with Xi on Taiwan and AI—The leaders of the US and China have had their first conversation since November. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Treasury Secreta...
- + Israel-Hamas war: US 'outraged' over strike on aid workers—The US, Germany and other countries are seeking answers after an airstrike in Gaza killed seven aid World Central Kitchen aid workers. Israeli PM Neta...
- + Endangered monkey stolen from Leipzig Zoo in Germany—A lion-tailed macaque, an endangered species, has gone missing after unidentified people broke into its enclosure. Security measures have been ramped ...
- + Why is Saudi Arabia heading top UN gender equality forum?—Saudi Arabia was recently chosen to head the UN's Commission on the Status of Women, despite protests from international rights organizations and ongo...
- + Kiss away the calories: 11 fun facts about kissing—Kissing is not only a fun expression of love and affection - it also burns calories and strengthens the immune system. And remember - it is not allowe...
- + Ghana's dumsor crisis: blackouts plague homes and businesses—Ghanaians are reeling from power cuts popularly known as "dumsor." Unpaid utility bills, poor infrastructure maintenance and a struggling economy thre...
- + Ghana’s dumsor crisis: blackouts plague homes and businesses—Ghanaians are reeling from power cuts popularly known as "dumsor." Unpaid utility bills, poor infrastructure maintenance and a struggling economy thre...
- + 'Dumsor' blackouts plague Ghana—Ghanaians are reeling under power cuts popularly known as "dumsor." Now, unpaid utility bills, poor infrastructure maintenence and a stuttering econom...
- + Once endangered, brown bears bounce back in the Pyrenees—A successful reintroduction program has seen the population of brown bears bounce back from verge of extinction 30 years ago. The large mammals are in...
- + Autism awareness: See with the eyes of autistic people—People with autism like Ricky Zehrer often get pigeonholed as though there were just one kind of autism. But it's not that simple, something Zehrer kn...
- + There's no such thing as 'looking autistic' in film, TV—More autistic characters are starting to be featured on-screen. But stereotypes about people on the autism spectrum seem to persist across TV and film...
- + Senegal inaugurates youngest president, who promises change—Former tax inspector Bassirou Diomaye Faye is Senegal's youngest president ever. He has vowed to fight corruption and renegotiate contracts with forei...
- + Istanbul: Dozens killed in nightclub fire—The death toll has continued to climb after a fire broke out at a nightclub that was undergoing renovations in Turkey. Five people have been detained ...
- + Inflation in Germany drops again in March—Year-on-year inflation dropped to 2.2% last month in part due to a decrease in energy prices. It remains to be seen whether the European Central Bank ...
- + What's behind high joblessness among India's youth?—The outlook for millions of young people entering India's labor market every year is grim, according to a new report.
- + Rwanda: From colonialism to genocide—The DW documentary "Reclaiming History — Colonialism and the Genocide in Rwanda" traces the arc from German colonial rule to the genocide in Rwanda.
- + India's Narendra Modi focuses on economy in election push—Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is aiming to win a third term in office at the forthcoming general election. His reelection campaign is already fo...
- + Israel Hamas war: Outrage grows over killed aid workers—Australia, Poland, and the United Kingdom have demanded answers after an attack killed aid workers. The group World Central Kitchen claims a "targeted...
- + German store Karstadt insolvency procedures underway—The insolvency bid aims to allow the ailing department store chain to break free of its owner, Austrian real estate giant Signa, which collapsed last ...
- + How unsealing your paved garden can help reduce city heat—Extreme heat is magnified in cities, largely because of the way they're built. To help reduce stifling temperatures, some cities are creating more gre...
- + How getting rid of your asphalt driveway can help reduce city heat—Extreme heat is magnified in cities, largely because of the way they're built. To help reduce stifling temperatures, some cities are creating more gre...
- + Finland: One dead in primary school shooting—The police said the victims of the shooting incident in the city of Vantaa were children, one of whom was later confirmed to have died. The suspect, a...
- + Scientific racism's roots in colonization—German anthropologists used Germany's colonial conquest in Africa to promulgate racist theory, and create racial hierarchies. While popular at the tim...
- + Germany: 'Reichsbürger' plot trial date set—Legal proceedings against a network of so-called "Reichsbürger" will begin in Frankfurt on May 21. The extreme-right conspiracists are accused of plan...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia reports strikes on distant Tatarstan—Several people were injured in strikes on industrial facilities in Tatarstan, deep inside Russia. Russian border authorities also seized explosives th...
- + In Trump's footsteps: Kushner's controversial Balkans deals—As Donald Trump gears up for another push at the US presidency, his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, is pursuing real estate deals in Serbia and Albania. Th...
- + In Trump's footsteps: Jared Kushner seeks big Balkans deal—As Donald Trump gears up for another push at the US presidency, his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, appears to be picking up where the former president lef...
- + Belarus conducts military drills near Ukraine, EU border—Through the three-day long drills, Belarus aims to train its troops to defend their regions.
- + North Korea launched ballistic missile, says South Korea—The suspected ballistic missile appeared to fall outside of Japan's exclusive economic zone and prompted Fumio Kishida to condemn North Korea's milita...
- + Peru: Six ministers resign amid president's corruption probe—President Dina Boluarte is being investigated for illicit enrichment over her ownership of luxury watches. The resigning ministers include the interio...
- + DR Congo appoints 1st female prime minister—Former planning minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka has been tapped as the next prime minister of Congo. She steps into the role at a time of worsening vio...
- + Austria to 'evaluate' security to thwart Russia infiltration—Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said it was time to evaluate and clarify the security situation in the country following the arrest of a former Aust...
- + Seven foreign aid workers killed in Gaza airstrike—The World Central Kitchen says that seven of its staff members have been killed "in an IDF attack." The Israel Defense Forces says it is "conducting a...
- + Trump posts $175 million bond in New York civil fraud case—Donald Trump posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case, halting collection of the more than $454 million he owes in the case.
- + Florida: Six-week abortion ban to take effect—Abortion after 15 weeks was already banned in Florida, with the state's top court ruling that it was constitutional in response to a lawsuit. That pav...
- + Switzerland: 3 dead, 1 injured after Zermatt avalanche—Swiss authorities launched a rescue operation after the avalanche at the ski resort town. Police did not identify the victims or say if more people co...
- + 'Turning point' for Erdogan's Turkey: How the opposition won—Turkey's economic woes are the reason why so many voters turned against long-sitting President Erdogan, experts say.
- + 'A turning point' for Turkey: How the opposition won—Turkey's economic woes are the reason why so many voters turned against the country's long-sitting president, experts say.
- + 'Havana Syndrome' linked to Russian intelligence — report—A joint media report has said Russia's GRU intelligence agency may have used sonic weaponry to trigger "Havana Syndrome," which was first reported by ...
- + Iranian commander killed in Damascus strike—Iranian state media has accused Israel of an airstrike on its embassy grounds in Damascus, killing an IRGC commander. Meanwhile, Israeli PM Netanyahu ...
- + Syria: Airstrike hits Iran embassy building in Damascus—The Syrian and Iranian governments blamed Israel for the attack. Two Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps generals were killed in the strike.
- + Adidas stops sales of number 44 jerseys over Nazi likeness—The design of the number 44 German national team jersey looks similar to the logo of the Nazi Schutzstaffel (SS). The similarity has set off controver...
- + Pakistan court suspends ex-PM Imran Khan's graft conviction—A court has suspended a 14-year prison sentence for Imran Khan relating to gifts he received as prime minister. However, he remains in custody and fac...
- + Car bomb kills Russian-appointed official in eastern Ukraine—Moscow-installed authorities in Ukraine's eastern Luhansk region said an official was killed after "an unidentified device detonated in a car." Russia...
- + German military to get Islamic chaplaincy—Muslim Bundeswehr soldiers have long lacked the pastoral care available to their Christian and, as of recent years, Jewish counterparts. What was once...
- + Russia extends detention of US-Russian journalist Kurmasheva—Alsu Kurmasheva worked as a journalist for the US-funded outlet Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. Her employer said the charges against her were politi...
- + South Korea battling deepfakes ahead of key election—The problem of disinformation could further overshadow an election campaign that is already fractious due to the two main parties' deep ideological di...
- + How can EU support Philippines in South China Sea dispute?—Europe has joined international condemnation of China's aggression against Filipino vessels. However, the EU's position on coming to the Philippines' ...
- + Israel withdraws from Gaza's devastated Shifa Hospital—Israel hailed the two-week raid on Gaza's main hospital as one of the most successful operations of the war. According to the Hamas-run Health Ministr...
- + Formula 1 owner Liberty Media buys MotoGP—F1's American owner, Liberty Media, will acquire a majority stake in the company that owns the motorcycle racing series MotoGP. The multi-billion doll...
- + When colonial Germany committed genocide in Namibia—Between 1904 and 1908, Germany's colonial forces reacted to a rebellion by Ovaherero and Nama people in Namibia with brutal violence and prison camps....
- + Modi revives controversy over island ceded to Sri Lanka—The Indian National Congress said the move was a ploy to win votes in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, where Modi's BJP has typically fared poorly. I...
- + Cannabis in Germany: Legalization with limits—The German parliament has voted to approve cannabis for private use, within limits. The opposition and some experts are against it. What is now allowe...
- + Cannabis will be legal in Germany — within limits—The German parliament has voted to approve cannabis for private use, within limits. The opposition and some experts are against it. What is now allowe...
- + Women's football flying in England, but is it going too fast?—Huge attendances have quickly become commonplace in the WSL, the top division in English women's football. While the league is held up as an example t...
- + Taiwan ex-president in China to promote peace—Ma Ying-jeou's "journey of peace" aims to calm cross-strait tensions. He is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, though the meeting has yet ...
- + India opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal to remain in jail—Kejriwal was arrested earlier this month, just weeks before national elections in India, in a probe into the alleged corrupt allocation of liquor lice...
- + Berlin celebrates legal cannabis possession—Adults in Germany can now carry up to 25 grams of cannabis for their own consumption and store up to 50 grams at home. Smokers gathered at Berlin's Br...
- + Germany looks back at Adolf Hitler’s coup attempt—A decade before he rose to power with the Nazis, Adolf Hitler failed to overthrow Germany's Weimar Republic in 1923. What became known as the "Beer Ha...
- + April Fool's Day: Why the press is now avoiding pranks—While the press once pulled spectacular pranks on April 1, they now have to tread carefully with fake news. A look at some funny journalistic fiction ...
- + Russia demands extradition of Ukraine intelligence chief—Russia demanded that Ukraine hand over several people, including Ukraine's head of intelligence, for their involvement in what it called "terrorist at...
- + Turkish opposition surges in local polls blow to Erdogan—With nearly 100% of ballot boxes counted, Turkey's opposition CHP secured election victories in Istanbul and Ankara. If confirmed, the result would be...
- + Israeli PM Netanyahu undergoes 'successful' hernia surgery—Benjamin Netanyahu's hernia operation has passed by without issue, according to the Israeli Prime Minister's office. Ahead of the procedure, the 74-ye...
- + Amsterdam police clear area around central metro station—Dutch police say explosives experts have been deployed to the central Rokin metro station. The area, close to the Dam square, has been cleared.
- + Somalia: Puntland pulls recognition of federal government—Plans to amend Somalia's constitution have been rejected by Puntland, a semi-autonomous state in the northeast. The Horn of Africa nation is planning ...
- + Israeli military reports killing Hezbollah missile commander—An airstrike in Lebanon "eliminated" a Hezbollah missile unit commander, the Israeli military says. Israel and the Iran-backed group have been trading...
- + Turkey local election: Opposition CHP leading in key cities—Early results showed Turkey's opposition CHP leading in Istanbul and Ankara in local elections. The vote is seen as an important test for President Re...
- + LGBTQ+ club owner arrested in Russia for 'extremism'—The owner of a popular gay bar was arrested and will face trial with two of his employees amid the latest crackdown on LGBT rights in Russia.
- + LGBT club owner arrested in Russia extremism—The owner of a popular gay bar was arrested and will face trial with two of his employees amid the latest crackdown on LGBT rights in Russia.
- + Germany shuts 7 coal power stations after winter ends—The power plants were either restarted or had their shutdowns delayed to cope with a shortfall of gas supplies during winter. Germany has weened itsel...
- + French investigators find bones of missing toddler in Alps—Authorities say that remains discovered belong to a 2-year-old who went missing from an Alpine hamlet in July.
- + Israeli airstrike hits hospital tent camp in Gaza—Israel says its airstrike was targeting militants from the Islamic Jihad operating from the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. Amidst the fighting, a fresh rou...
- + Rearmament: tailwind for the German arms industry?—There is much demand for tanks, missiles, and ammunition, and Chancellor Scholz is not the only one who wants to see more of them produced in Germany....
- + Tailwind for the German arms industry?—There is much demand for tanks, missiles, and ammunition, and Chancellor Scholz is not the only one who wants to see more of them produced in Germany....
- + Indian opposition rally for Arvind Kejriwal, challenges Modi—The opposition alliance criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government's actions, claiming they put his opponents at a disadvantage ahead of the...
- + Bavaria's Söder gives away Easter egg showing his face—What made Bavarian state premier Markus Söder's giveaway chocolate Easter egg "special," other than its "delicious" smell? That's right, it bore his o...
- + Putin orders 150,000 conscripts into military service—The conscripts had previously been assured they would not be ordered to the frontlines in Ukraine. This despite mounting losses in the war.
- + Vatican: Pope Francis urges peace on Easter Sunday—Pope Francis led Easter Sunday celebrations, amid renewed focus on his health. He called for peace in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages, and fo...
- + EU candidate Georgia wants to outlaw LGBTQ 'propaganda'—Georgia's ruling party has proposed constitutional changes to restrict LGBTQ rights — yet another initiative that could threaten the country's long-aw...
- + EU candidate Georgia wants to outlaw LGBTQ+ 'propaganda'—Georgia's ruling party has proposed constitutional changes to restrict LGBTQ+ rights — yet another initiative that could threaten the country's long-a...
- + Syria: Fatal car bombing strikes crowded market—The attack hit the northwestern town of Azaz, near the Turkish border and held by fighters backed by Ankara. Its timing, late at night during Ramadan,...
- + A new era for Senegal after the election?—Senegal's new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has proposed a radical change of the political system and more sovereignty. That includes new partners...
- + Baltimore: Crews to lift first piece of collapsed bridge—The process of cleaning the debris from the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge is "remarkably complex" and will dictate how long it takes to reopen th...
- + Turkey: Polls close in Erdogan's 'last election'—Analysts say local elections this Sunday are crucial for Turkey's opposition parties, which are under threat of being utterly sidelined by an increasi...
- + Spanish game abandoned after alleged racist slurs from crowd—The Rayo Majadahonda goalkeeper went into the stands to confront the person allegedly hurling racist insults. This was the second racist incident in a...
- + EU: Romania and Bulgaria join Schengen area by air and sea—The Schengen zone, which allows visa-free travel in Europe, has welcomed the two new countries. But the welcome is limited to air and sea routes only.
- + Israel: Thousands protest Netanyahu's handling of Gaza war—Mounting anger at Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right government has seen protesters take to the streets. Opponents of the government are calling for its r...
- + Pope Francis leads Easter vigil after health concerns—In an address to around 6,000 people, Pope Francis decried war and hatred in the world. It comes a day after he missed an Easter procession at short n...
- + Germany's AfD on TikTok: The political battle for the youth—More and more politicians are courting young voters on TikTok. In Germany, one party is more active than any other: the far-right Alternative for Germ...
- + Bundesliga: Dortmund earn shock win at Bayern Munich—Borussia Dortmund won away at Bayern Munich for the first time in 10 years. 'Der Klassiker' did not disappoint, despite the lack of a title race. A te...
- + Ukraine: Zelenskyy sacks senior aide, advisors in reshuffle—Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continued his reshuffle of key political and defense positions as the country faces headwinds. The latest anno...
- + Austria: Explosive device found at Jehovah's Witness hall—Austrian police said a "functional explosive device" was discovered at the entrance of a Jehovah's Witness hall in Kalsdorf.
- + Sahara dust cloud smothers Germany, France and Switzerland—Residents of some cities had a dusty start to the weekend after an unusually high level of particulates arrived from the Sahara. Forecasters in German...
- + 2024 EU elections: Liberals aim to influence debate from the center—European liberals and centrists have put together their team for the election campaign. Their performance could be decisive when it comes to appointin...
- + In Venezuela, a divided opposition weighs its chances—Is Venezuela's opposition dividing and conquering — or playing into the hands of President Nicolas Maduro?
- + Three ships carrying Gaza aid set sail from Cyprus—A vessel carrying nearly 400 tons of food has set off for Gaza amid UN warnings that famine is imminent in the north of the Palestinian territory.
- + Police boost Bayern v Dortmund security amid terror alert—Police said they decided to bolster security at the Allianz Arena for the Bayern Dortmund match after a tip-off about a suspected threat.
- + Turkey gears up for Erdogan's 'last election'—Analysts say local elections on Sunday are crucial for Turkey's opposition parties, which are under threat of being utterly sidelined by an increasing...
- + Putin pained by Moscow attack, even if not visible — Kremlin—The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin is grappling with the aftermath of the attack, even if it is not apparent. Meanwhile, US and Europea...
- + What would a Putin win in Ukraine mean for Germany?—Russia is gaining ground in Ukraine. Should Germany expect more refugees in the future? Migration experts say it is more than likely.
- + Germany: Knife-wielding man killed by Nienburg police—Police said a 47-year-old man was shot and killed after allegedly attacking responding officers with a knife.
- + Netherlands: 'Last hostage released' in Ede, man arrested—Police say a man has been taken into custody and the last captive released after a hostage-taking in the town of Ede that lasted several hours. Author...
- + Peru police raid president's home looking for Rolex watches—Dina Boluarte is facing questions about her collection of expensive watches and how she can afford them on her modest salary.
- + Israel denies attacking UN observers in Lebanon—Three observers and a translator working for the UN peacekeeping mission were wounded while patrolling the southern Lebanese border with Israel.
- + Germany: Easter peace marches amid backdrop of Ukraine, Gaza—Germany's top politicians sought to reconcile calls for peace with supporting Ukraine, raising defense spending, and a slow road to de-escalation in G...
- + Graphic novel tells the stories of LGTBQ+ people over 50—A forthcoming anthology by Berlin-based queer comic publisher Moom Comics illustrates the stories of older LGTBQ+ people. It aims to bridge the age ga...
- + Europe has entered 'pre-war era,' Poland's Tusk says—Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned that "literally any scenario is possible" and that Europe entered the pre-war era when Russia invaded Ukr...
- + Croatia's president powers ahead in bid to be prime minister—Zoran Milanovic wants to run for the powerful post of prime minister in the upcoming election — without first resigning as president. The Constitution...
- + Japan raids factory over deaths linked to health supplement—Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s health supplement infused with Benikoji — a kind of red mold — is suspected to have killed at least five people and put ano...
- + Lost at sea: New constraints hinder Mediterranean rescuers—Last year was the deadliest stretch for migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea since 2017. In March, DW accompanied a migrant rescue mission and foun...
- + Brazil: Judge rejects Bolsonaro's request for Israel travel—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has invited the former far-right president of Brazil to visit Israel in May. Bolsonaro's rival and successor...
- + France seeks help to bolster security at Paris Olympics—France is ramping up security ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, with the country currently on high alert after a terrorist attack in ...
- + Stress fractures in sport: When stressed bones fight back—Anyone who does a lot of sport risks a stress fracture if the bones are overloaded. The injury occurs gradually. Sports physician Karsten Hollander gi...
- + Sam Bankman-Fried: The rise and fall of the FTX crypto mogul—Sam Bankman-Fried, the former billionaire cryptocurrency wunderkind, has finally been sentenced over his conviction for stealing $8 billion from custo...
- + Cocaine vaccine: Could it help drug addicts?—Researchers in Brazil are testing cocaine vaccines to stop users getting high and prevent addiction. Experts warn a vaccine should be combined with th...
- + Soundtrack of our time: 300 years of Bach's St. John Passion—Johann Sebastian Bach's masterpiece first premiered on Good Friday in 1724. His composition is an unparalleled appeal for more humanity.
- + What's next for Germany ahead of Euro 2024?—Victories over France and the Netherlands have changed the mood around the men's football team. DW fills you in on where Germany go from here as they ...
- + Kids aren't born racist, but they do perceive race early—Children start making sense of racial differences before they turn 1. Experts say: parents, don't ignore race. Talk to your kids. Here's how to do it.
- + Germany star Rüdiger slams Islamist gesture allegation—German international footballer Antonio Rüdiger says "third parties" have sought to spread division — portraying him as an Islamist over a Ramadan ges...
- + Nocebo ― a placebo's evil twin—You've heard of the placebo effect: when positive thinking makes you believe your meds are working. Nocebo is the power of negative thinking. Wait, wh...
- + How will Baltimore bridge collapse impact supply chains?—A cargo ship's deadly collision into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore have disrupted global supply chains from cars to coal. Countries worldw...
- + How sports science is now benefitting everyday athletes—Football stars and their movements are measured down to the smallest detail for injury prevention and biomechanical analysis. What used to be the sole...
- + Cyberbullying affects 1 in 6 schoolchildren — WHO study—In a survey of Europe, Asia and Canada, researchers found that peer violence and cyberbullying are major problems for school-aged children — and they'...
- + As cocoa outprices copper, farmers reel from bitter deals—Global market prices for cocoa have tripled within just a few months. Farmers hope for higher earnings and lower poverty as a result, but what seems o...
- + Nagelsmann's Germany blossom as Euros approach—In the space of seven days, the conversation around Germany's team has changed completely. Excitement for the home Euros has arrived.
- + How Nvidia's Blackwell superchip could fuel an AI revolution—Chipmaker Nvidia has released a new superchip that it says will turbocharge artificial intelligence. Is this the start of a new power-hungry industria...
- + German economic institutes cut 2024 growth forecast to 0.1%—A combined report from leading economic think tanks in Germany has revised 2024 growth forecasts from 1.2% down to 0.1%. The country is also expected ...
- + Sculptor Richard Serra dies at 85—The US sculptor was renowned for his monumental works made from steel plates — many of which were produced in Germany.
- + British Museum sues former curator over stolen artifacts—A former curator at one of the most famous galleries in the world was accused of abusing his position to steal antiquities dating from the 15th centur...
- + Chinese court hands former FA boss life sentence—A Chinese court has sentenced the country's former Football Association boss to life in prison after convicting him on corruption charges. This came a...
- + Brazil's football in crisis: No longer 'the beautiful game'—Experts have long been warning that a sell-off of Brazilian talent is seriously damaging domestic football. Restoring "the beautiful game" will be dif...
- + Would you eat lab-grown beef rice?—Researchers in South Korea have created a hybrid rice with lab-grown beef cells. They say their "beef rice" could become a sustainable source of prote...
- + Diana Ross: Soul legend not easing up as she turns 80—With The Supremes, she became a Motown icon, and went on to be one of the world's most celebrated singers. Diana Ross continues to inspire to this day...
- + German football's switch: 'Maybe Nike won by accident'—The German football association's decision to choose Nike over Adidas from 2027 caused a stir across the country. But what does the deal say about the...
- + Moscow attack: Was the band Picnic deliberately targeted?—At least 137 people were killed in an attack on the Crocus City Hall near Moscow on Friday. The Russian rock band Picnic was due to perform. Did the c...
- + How one German solar startup is blowing against the wind—Dumped Chinese solar products are flooding the German market, forcing most domestic manufacturers to move abroad or close down. So why is German start...
- + The hidden environmental cost of mining sand—After heavy winter storms, popular beaches in northern Germany are in rough shape. Fresh sand will be needed to rebuild the shoreline — but sourcing t...
- + Russian seals Olympic spot in Germany despite visa rejection—German authorities have tried to stop Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing on German soil. Now, athletes from the two countries have qualifi...
- + How does a pro footballer deal with Ramadan?—For Muslim professional footballer Ahmet Arslan, Ramadan poses some particular challenges, despite the tolerant atmosphere of the German game. The Dyn...
- + Princess Kate plays a central role in the royal family—As a princess, Catherine represents a modern royal family. Now, after weeks out of the public eye, the Princess of Wales has reappeared in public to r...
- + Toni Kroos return sparks Germany joy—With a World Cup and multiple Bundesliga, La Liga and Champions League titles, Toni Kroos is among the most decorated footballers of all time. The 34-...
- + Nike over Adidas: German football's monumental switch—To some, it may just seem another business deal. But the German FA's decision to switch kit suppliers from Adidas to Nike has sparked heated discussio...
- + Cannabis: German growers celebrate as hemp is legalized—Grass, weed, cannabis: Smoking dope has become legal in Germany. A government plan to liberalize rules on recreational cannabis has cleared its final ...
- + What's behind South Korea's K-pop crisis?—The biggest names in K-pop have sought out new markets overseas. But they've left a hole in their home market that no other acts have been able to fil...
- + Desalination — can it help us survive a water scarce future?—Desalination is known for being energy-intensive, expensive and polluting. But is it vital in regions such as East Africa and the Middle East facing i...
- + Africa's burden with neurological diseases—Around 43% of the population, or 3.4 billion people, live with a neurological disease worldwide. Why are rates highest in Africa, and how are nations ...
- + German football association to drop Adidas for Nike—Germany’s national football association has said it’s ending more than seven decades of cooperation with Adidas for a new contract with US sportswear ...
- + Ukraine in search of looted art following Russian invasion—Many Ukrainian museums have been looted since Russia's invasion in February 2022. Kyiv is now trying to locate art and valuables and speaks of a "netw...
- + DFB's anti-racism campaign: Positive but is it sufficient?—Germany's football association is launching a new anti-racism campaign. But, in the current climate, its approach may not be enough.
- + Boxing's Olympic future beyond Paris 2024 unclear—It is still unclear whether boxing will remain an Olympic sport beyond the Paris Games. To ensure that it does, the World Boxing Association urgently ...
- + Should phonemakers build electric cars?—Apple spent $10 billion on them before shelving plans to produce an electric car. China's Xiaomi will launch its SU7 sedan at the end of the month, wh...
- + Gaia telescope reveals insights into Milky Way's history—The European Space Agency's telescope Gaia has discovered two streams of stars that helped form our galaxy more than 12 billion years ago.
- + A radical humanist: Israeli philosopher Omri Boehm—The philosopher Omri Boehm insists that universal humanistic principles can help solve the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. He was honored ...
- + EU aims to boost Ukraine aid with seized Russian asset plan—The European Union will continue to support beleaguered Ukraine, vowing to push ahead with a pledge for EU membership and promising more financial aid...
- + UN warns of e-waste 'catastrophe'—Recycling lags far behind the mass of electronic waste created, including discarded phones and computers, the UN has said. Only 20% of electronic wast...
- + Hong Kong's economy feels the weight of China's crackdown—China's crackdown and trade wars have tarnished Hong Kong's status as a financial gateway, prompting an exodus of investors and challenging the city's...
- + Finland ranked world's happiest country for seventh year—The annual World Happiness Report has again ranked Finland and other Scandinavian countries the most cheerful nations on Earth. Costa Rica and Kuwait ...
- + Fossil fuel majors miss the mark on climate targets—Nearly a decade after the Paris Agreement, the world's biggest oil and gas companies, including BP and Saudi Aramco, are far from meeting the 1.5°C gl...
- + Nitazenes crisis: The street drugs stronger than heroin, fentanyl—A class of drugs called nitazenes —developed in the 1950s but never approved for medical use —is causing deaths on the streets of the United States an...
- + Marco Polo: The travel writer who shocked medieval Europe—Today, 700 years after his death, Marco Polo remains a household name. But who was the Italian traveler who chronicled his Silk Road journey to China'...
- + Phantom limb pain: Why does my amputated leg still hurt?—Amputees often feel a phantom pain where the lost limb used to be. The brain is confused. But mirror therapy can help — perhaps better than painkiller...
- + Germany: Airport security staff strike at smaller hubs—Airport strikes will again impact flights in Germany, with security staff at a series of smaller hubs not working. Hanover, Dortmund, Weeze, Dresden, ...
- + COVID-19: Why we're looking for the pandemic's origin—Discovering the origins of COVID will shape the next pandemic. Scientists think it either originated in nature or was caused by an accidental leak, bu...
- + Ancient giant turtle named after Stephen King character—A team of researchers has identified a previously unknown extinct species of freshwater turtles far larger than any alive today. The team named the an...
- + Polio: All you need to know about the viral disease—At its worst, polio causes paralysis: 'Polio Paul' Alexander had to spend 70 years in an iron lung after surviving the disease as a child. Children ar...
- + Nigeria joins global efforts to curb plastic waste—The number of countries around the world banning plastic bags is growing, but enforcement is still an issue, especially in regions like Africa.
- + IEA: Fossil fuel sector methane emissions unacceptably high—The IEA emphasized the immediate need to cut emissions of the potent greenhouse gas methane. It has a significantly higher capacity to trap heat in th...
- + Legacy of colonialism: How Germany is handling human remains in museum collections—Some 17,000 human remains are said to be in the collections of German museums and universities. It's often no longer clear how they ended up in German...
- + How can a circular economy benefit the environment?—We are consuming and throwing away more products than our planet can sustain. A circular economy could help protect the environment, but what does it ...
- + German star Sandra Hüller's outstanding career—All eyes have been on Sandra Hüller, who stars in two of the year's top-awarded movies: the Oscar winners "Anatomy of a Fall" and "The Zone of Interes...
- + Germany: Protest against Tesla plans to expand 'Gigafactory'—The demonstrations just added to the automaker's headache over plans to expand its assembly plant near Berlin. It had already shut its plant for sever...
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