- + Press Freedom Day: Why are journalists fleeing Pakistan?—Acute security risks, intimidation, online abuse and severe financial woes are forcing many media professionals to leave the country.
- + EU elections: Immigration is the main issue for German voters—Campaigning for June's European Parliament elections has begun. According to the latest survey, German voters are showing little interest. Many are di...
- + What next for the EU's asylum reform plans?—The EU finally got its much-contested asylum reform plan over the line, but dissent from some capitals shows the deal's fragility. With applications i...
- + Chad prepares for election of shattered dreams—Chadians head to the polls on Monday to end three years of transition government. However, morale is low in the African country led by interim Preside...
- + Israel-Hamas war: UN says Gaza rebuild could take 80 years—The UN has said the destruction of housing in Gaza has not been seen on this scale since World War II. Meanwhile, Israel has confirmed the death of a ...
- + Al-Hilal hope move to Tanzania inspires war-torn Sudan—With Sudan devastated by the civil war that started in 2023, the country's biggest football club Al Hilal Sports Club announced they will play in Tanz...
- + China launches uncrewed probe to far side of the moon—The two-month mission aims to collect samples from the far side of the moon. The mission is part of a Chinese program aiming to send a crew to the moo...
- + Press freedom under attack, watchdog index shows—Reporters Without Borders has cautioned of declining state support for press freedom around the world. The group released its 2024 World Press Freedom...
- + Pakistan: Bus crash in the north kills at least 20—The bus was traveling from a city near the capital, Islamabad, to the mountainous region of Gilgit-Baltistan, near the Chinese border. Road accidents ...
- + India election: Rahul Gandhi to contest from Raebareli—The senior leader of India's opposition Congress party is set to contest the Lok Sabha national elections from his family's legacy seat. Gandhi is als...
- + India election: Rahul Gandhi to contest from a second seat—The senior leader of India's opposition Congress party is set to contest in the national elections from his family's legacy seat of Raebareli. Gandhi ...
- + UK Conservative defeats pile pressure on PM Rishi Sunak—UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's ruling Conservative Party has suffered a series of embarrassing losses in local elections. The results come ahead of a...
- + Deadly dam failures: cause, effect and prevention—No dam is flood-proof, as flooding after days of heavy rains in southern Brazil has shown. But dam failure needn't be deadly. Here's what you need to ...
- + Can Yulia Navalnaya unite the Russian opposition?—The widow of Alexei Navalny, who died in a Russian penal colony, is carrying on her husband's work. This year, DW is honoring her and the anti-corrupt...
- + Yulia Navalnaya to receive DW Freedom of Speech Award 2024—The widow of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny and his Anti-Corruption Foundation are the 10th DW Freedom of Speech Award laureates.
- + Germany accuses Russia of cyberattack on governing party—A German government investigation, led by the Foreign Ministry, found that Russian hackers with state support targeted the Social Democratic Party in ...
- + Germany acuses Russia of cyberattack on governing party—A German government investigation, led by the Foreign Office, found that Russian hackers with state support targeted the Social Democratic Party in th...
- + Taiwan detects Chinese aircraft around island—Taiwan's defense ministry said on Friday that a number of Chinese military planes had cross the median line.
- + Turkey suspends trade with Israel over Gaza conflict—Ankara said it would continue to impose the measures until Israel allowed an "uninterrupted and sufficient flow" of humanitarian aid to the region.
- + Brazil floods: State of emergency in Rio Grande do Sul—The death toll from heavy rains in Brazil's southernmost state is rising, and more downpours are expected. President Lula flew over the area and promi...
- + Europa League: Bayer Leverkusen beat Roma 2-0 in Italy—Bayer Leverkusen took a major step towards the Europa League final with a 2-0 win in Rome in the opening game of their semi-final. The new Bundesliga ...
- + Far-right AfD: How should German media deal with the party?—Whether public or private, German media outlets have struggled to find a way of reporting about the far-right Alternative for Germany party.
- + How should the German media deal with the AfD?—Whether public or private, German media outlets have struggled to find a way of reporting about the far-right party. Experts say it should not be excl...
- + UN urges Georgia to withdraw 'foreign influence' bill—The controversial bill has attracted wide criticism and led to daily protests in the capital, Tbilisi. The EU said the move could hurt Georgia's prosp...
- + Greece: Jailed neo-Nazi Golden Dawn leader granted early release—Nikos Michaloliakos, founder of the far-right party, was serving a 13-year term for running a criminal organization. Lawyers representing the family o...
- + Middle East updates: Biden calls for 'order' amid protests—The US president stressed "order must prevail," after police faced off with pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA. Meanwhile, the UN says rebuilding home...
- + In controversial 'Russian law,' Georgians see threat to civil society—Georgians continue to take to the streets to demonstrate against draft legislation that they say would infringe on their rights and lessen the chances...
- + German police bust Europe's 'largest' scam call center—Investigators teamed up with colleagues from the Balkans and Lebanon in raids set up by months of intense surveillance. Authorities say the operation ...
- + Germany's foreign minister reaches Australia — finally—Annalena Baerbock has arrived in Australia — eight and a half months later than initially planned. She traveled aboard a new plane after Berlin's brea...
- + The Indigenous Amazon archer aiming for Olympic greatness—Archer Graziela Santos is asipiring to be the first Indigenous woman from Brazil to qualify for the Olympic Games.
- + Post-tuberculosis lung disease: A patient's story—Global TB infections are rising, with some patients suffering lung damage long after they are cured. There are also new strains of drug-resistant TB.
- + Post-tuberculosis lung disease: A patient and her story—Global TB infections are rising, with some patients suffering lung damage long after they are cured. There are also new strains of drug-resistant TB.
- + Was Serbia's firearm amnesty a success?—Two mass shootings in Serbia in May 2023 triggered a debate about firearms. Although the government claims to have reduced legal firearm ownership sig...
- + Chinese fishing fleets in Indian Ocean accused of abuses—A recent investigation has revealed evidence that China's distant-water fishing fleet, the world's biggest in scale, commits environmental and labor a...
- + Gaza war: Anti-West sentiment grows in Malaysia—The ongoing war in Gaza has prompted debates in Malaysia and elsewhere in Southeast Asia over what is seen as the West's moral decline.
- + Beating inflation: How do Europe and the US compare?—Inflation rates on both sides of the Atlantic are proving to be stickier in 2024 than many central bankers expected. Interest rate cuts are off the ta...
- + How can the United States and the EU tame inflation?—Inflation rates on both sides of the Atlantic are proving to be stickier in 2024 than many central bankers expected. Interest rate cuts are off the ta...
- + EU and US grapple with rate cut conundrum as inflation returns—Inflation rates on both sides of the Atlantic are proving to be stickier in 2024 than many central bankers expected. They are keeping interest rate cu...
- + Middle East updates: UCLA protesters, police face off over Gaza—Police began dismantling a pro-Palestinian protesters' encampment at the UCLA campus. Meanwhile, Hamas officials reportedly said they have a "negative...
- + Germany: Births, marriages hit lowest level since 2013—The number of births and weddings in Germany has fallen to its lowest level in a decade, especially in the eastern part of the country.
- + EU funnels aid to Lebanon amid Syria migrant surge to Cyprus—The EU's Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a €1 billion economic aid package for Lebanon in exchange for the country slowing migration to the EU. The move...
- + Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa?—Whether you're into high culture, beer festivals or football — Germany makes for a fabulous holiday destination. But who needs a visa to visit?
- + German court jails teen over murder of 6-year-old—A court in northeastern Germany has sentenced a teenager to a prison term of nearly eight years over the violent death of a younger child.
- + Middle East updates: Hamas skeptical of cease-fire proposal—Hamas has said it has a "negative" view of the most recent suggested cease-fire deal, but talks are ongoing. Meanwhile, Israel has slammed Colombian P...
- + Philippines summons Chinese diplomat over water cannon attack—The Philippines summoned a Chinese Embassy official to protest the "harassment of Philippine vessels" as tensions flare up in the South China Sea.
- + Germany has already exceeded its annual ecological limits—If the whole planet consumed like the Germans, we would need three times as many resources. But does this overconsumption lead to happier lives?
- + China highway collapse: Death toll rises to over 40—Chinese state media reported 48 people were killed when a section of a highway collapsed. Search efforts are underway despite bad weather a day after ...
- + Solomon Islands lawmakers elect Jeremiah Manele as new PM—Pro-China career diplomat Jeremiah Manele has been chosen as the new prime minister of the Solomon Islands.
- + Ukraine updates: Russia strikes Odesa for 3rd time this week—Russian missiles have struck the southern Ukrainian city of Odesa for the third time this week, injuring around a dozen people. DW has more.
- + UK: Civil servants appeal Rwanda law as 66 migrants rescued—The UK's senior civil servants union has mounted a legal appeal against the government's controversial Rwanda deportation legislation. Meanwhile, 66 m...
- + US: Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban—Legislators have been scrambling to repeal the law, which predates Arizona's statehood, since a 2022 Supreme Court ruling paved the way for its return...
- + Champions League: Füllkrug hands Dortmund first-leg lead—Borussia Dortmund beat Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal thanks to Niclas Füllkrug's stunning first-half goal. ...
- + Kenyan floods leave tourists stranded at iconic Maasai Mara—The world-famous wildlife reserve is the latest area of Kenya to be affected by torrential rains that have claimed more than 170 lives and displaced m...
- + Georgia: Thousands protest as 'foreign agent' bill advances—Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party is a step closer to pushing through a law that could undermine the country's ambition to join the EU. It comes d...
- + Turkey: Hundreds detained at May Day rallies in Istanbul—Police blocked off parts of Turkey's largest city and used tear gas and rubber bullets to stop demonstrations. There were also clashes and angry scene...
- + US: Police clear pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University—Police broke up an encampment at Columbia University that sparked a wave of similar pro-Palestinian demonstrations at college campuses across the US. ...
- + Ukraine updates: US sanctions Russia, China firms over war—The US imposed sanctions on hundreds of firms and individuals linked to Russia's weapons program. Meanwhile, Russia exhibited Western weapons captured...
- + Germany: Hamburg 'caliphate' rally prompts calls for punishment—German politicians have called for action after reports of a rally in which speakers demanded Shariah law in Germany. A leading Bavarian conservative ...
- + India: Will divisive rhetoric help or hurt Narendra Modi?—With India in the midst of weekslong elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been criticized for his rousing speeches that critics view as a divis...
- + How Houthis in Yemen utilize Red Sea attacks to boost status—The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However, its policies are far from good governance, exacerbating Yem...
- + Houthis utilize Red Sea attacks to boost power across Yemen and beyond—The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However its policies are far from good governance, exacerbating the ...
- + Ireland: Police dismantle migrant camp in Dublin—Amid a diplomatic row with neighboring Britain over the repatriation of migrants, Irish authorities have cleared a Dublin tent camp housing hundreds o...
- + Indonesia: Thousands evacuate homes after volcanic eruptions—Scores of residents of Indonesia's Tagulandang island were evacuated following the eruption of the Ruang volcano. Plumes of grey smoke continued to ri...
- + Ukraine updates: Drone reportedly hits Russian oil refinery—Ukraine launched drones against several Russian regions with reports that the Ryazan oil refinery was hit. Meanwhile, a Russian airstrike on the Ukrai...
- + Israel-Hamas war: 'The time is now' for truce, Blinken says—Visiting Israel, US top diplomat Antony Blinken urged Hamas to accept a cease-fire in Gaza. Meanwhile, France's foreign minister is making a surprise ...
- + Uzbekistan's footballers make Olympic history—Victory in the under-23 Asian Cup semifinals means Uzbekistan's men have secured a place at the Olympics for the first time in the country's history.
- + South Korea considers participation in AUKUS pact: defense minister—South Korea has held talks about joining a landmark defense technology pact between Australia, the United States and Britain.
- + South Africa's apartheid-era victims demand reparations—Thirty years after the end of apartheid, dozens of South Africans have set up a protest camp outside the Constitutional Court. They are demanding repa...
- + UK sends voluntary asylum-seeker to Rwanda: reports—The United Kingdom has sent the first asylum-seeker whose asylum application was denied to Rwanda through a voluntary scheme. The plan is separate fro...
- + Over 20 dead after highway collapses in southern China—Twenty-four people have died after part of a highway collapsed in China's southern Guangdong province, according to state media.
- + Nineteen dead after highway collapses in southern China—Nineteen people have died after part of a highway collapsed in China's southern Guangdong province, according to state media.
- + US novelist Paul Auster dies aged 77—The US novelist became one of the most important contemporary literary voices, with his books translated into 40 languages. Paul Auster has died at th...
- + US: Police enter Columbia University to disperse protesters—New York City police entered Columbia University after pro-Palestine protesters broke into and occupied a campus building for 12 hours, university off...
- + Russia strikes Odesa for 2nd time this week—Russia has pummeled the vital port city of Odesa, stepping up aerial attacks that have also damaged civilian infrastructure there, according to Ukrain...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia strikes Odesa for 2nd time this week—Russia has pummeled the vital port city of Odesa, stepping up aerial attacks that have also damaged civilian infrastructure there, according to Ukrain...
- + US plans to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug—The Biden administration is reportedly looking into reclassifying marijuana from the nation's most dangerous drug to a lower-risk drug, in a historic ...
- + US plans to reclassify marijuana in major shift—The Biden administration is reportedly looking into reclassifying marijuana from the nation's most dangerous drug to a lower-risk drug, in a historic ...
- + Champions League: Bayern Munich held to draw by Real Madrid—The Champions League semifinal first leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid ended all-square. Leroy Sané and Harry Kane scored for Bayern in betwee...
- + Georgia: Police clash with 'foreign agent' bill protesters—Riot police fired tear gas and used pepper spray to disperse protesters who had gathered outside parliament where lawmakers were debating a 'foreign a...
- + UK: 2 charged over felling of famous Sycamore Gap tree—British police charged two men with criminal damage after the tree was chopped down in September. The sycamore was more than 150 years old and one of ...
- + UK sanctions Ugandan politicians over corruption claims—The sanctions target parliamentry speaker Anita Among and two former ministers for the Karamoja region who allegedly stole thousands of iron sheets fr...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu vows to launch Rafah offensive—The Israeli prime minister said the planned incursion will go ahead "with or without" a cease-fire deal with Hamas. The militant group is currently re...
- + What consequences could ICC warrant have for Netanyahu?—Media outlets say Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is concerned the International Criminal Court (ICC) could issue an arrest warrant summoning him to The...
- + Russia accused of GPS jamming after aircraft disrupted—Finnair suspended flights to the Estonian city of Tartu after GPS signal interference prevented two planes from landing. Estonia and Lithuania have bl...
- + Donald Trump fined $9,000 for defying gag order in hush money trial—The presiding judge ruled that the former US president had violated a gag order nine times and fined him $9,000. Trump was also warned he could be jai...
- + UN court rules German military aid to Israel can continue—The top court of the United Nations has opted not to implement emergency measures limiting German assistance for Israel. Nicaragua had filed charges t...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia hits Kharkiv, Odesa in new strikes—Ukrainian authorities reported one death and seven injuries in Kharkiv and also revised the casualty toll upwards for an earlier strike on Odesa. A Ru...
- + Georgia Stanway key to Bayern Munich's domestic double hopes—English football player Georgia Stanway has found form with Bayern Munich and is on the verge of making club history. In an interview with DW, she adm...
- + Georgia Stanway key to Bayern Munich's drive for domestic double—England international Georgia Stanway has found form with Bayern Munich on the verge of making club history. Talking to DW, the 25-year-old admits the...
- + London: Boy dies after man attacks people, police with sword—A man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and two police officers in East London. A boy later died of his wounds. Police said after that a...
- + In Indian tech hub Bengaluru, water crisis gets political—Bengaluru is running out of drinking water, with an estimated daily deficit of 500 million liters. The shortages have become a hot-button political is...
- + Germany's energy transition: Can a new hydrogen scheme help?—Germany's obsession with avoiding fresh debt has led to doubts about its energy transition. Now, a novel mechanism for its hydrogen strategy could bec...
- + Israel-Hamas war: Talks revive cease-fire and hostage deal—The Hamas militant group is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a reportedly limited cease-fire in exchange for the release of hostages held in Gaza. DW...
- + Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes—The German economy has shown a marginal upturn in the first part of the year. The latest figures give some hope that Germany may be escaping the econo...
- + Loneliness is not 'just a first world problem'—We know people get lonely — COVID lit a loneliness epidemic. But we don't know enough to help everyone in poorer regions, like sub-Saharan Africa.
- + EU probes Facebook, Instagram over election disinformation—The European Union has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram amid concerns they are failing to curb online disinformation. The probe r...
- + Lufthansa sees 'turning point' after Q1 marred by strikes—Lufthansa is looking to cut costs, including in management, after repeated strikes weighed heavily on Q1 figures. But with the disputes settled and a ...
- + Afghanistan: Shooting attack on mosque kills 6—Locals suggested the mosque was targeted for being used by the Shiite Muslim minority. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, but an "Isl...
- + Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts again, closing airport—Indonesian authorities raised the alert level to the highest following the eruption and urged residents to not go near it.
- + Philippines accuses China Coast Guard of damaging its ship—Authorities say water cannons "directly hit the starboard astern of the BFAR vessel," in the Scarborough Shoal, which China seized in 2012.
- + Colombia: 9 soldiers killed in military helicopter crash—Nine members of Colombia’s military lost their lives when their helicopter crashed in a rural area of northern Colombia.
- + US: 4 officers shot dead in North Carolina, police say—Four officers, including three members of the US Marshals task force, were killed during a shootout in a neighborhood in the southeastern US state of ...
- + US: 3 officers shot dead in North Carolina, police say—At least three law enforcement officers were killed during a shootout in a neighborhood in the southeastern US state of North Carolina, police said. O...
- + Gerard Depardieu to face sexual assault trial in October—The Paris prosecutor said French cinema star Gerard Depardieu will stand trial over allegations of sexual misconduct on a film set in 2021. Depardieu ...
- + Why Burkina Faso is muzzling foreign media—Burkina Faso's military junta has suspended more international media, including DW. It's part of a pattern of press repression as the junta's countert...
- + Ukraine updates: NATO's Stoltenberg acknowledges aid delays—The NATO chief promised more support was on the way during an unannounced visit to Kyiv. It came as Russia claimed it had captured an eastern village ...
- + Middle East updates: Blinken in Saudi Arabia on crisis tour—US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, to consult with Arab leaders on Gaza's future once the Israel-Hamas war...
- + German army captain admits spying for Russia—The officer, with ties to the far-right AfD party, said he provided information to a Russian intelligence service out of fear of a nuclear escalation ...
- + Burkina Faso blocks DW website over massacre coverage—Deutsche Welle's management has called for the website to "be unblocked immediately." Burkina Faso's regulatory authority suspended access to the DW s...
- + German far-right coup plot trial begins—The first of three trials involving a far-right network of "Reichsbürger" around ringleader Prince Reuss has begun. The group is accused of planning t...
- + What is Germany's 'Reichsbürger' movement?—The Reichsbürger are often radical and violent and do not recognize Germany as a legitimate state, and have increasingly drawn the attention of author...
- + France: Police detain actor Gerard Depardieu for questioning—Police are reportedly questioning French cinema star Gerard Depardieu in connection with allegations of sexual misconduct while filming. It's not the ...
- + Congo President Tshisekedi: 'I want to give peace a chance'—President Felix Tshisekedi was in Germany to meet with Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He spoke with DW exclusively about the ongoing Congo-Rwanda standoff, h...
- + COVID: Is Germany prepared for another pandemic?—Members of the World Health Organization are starting a new round of negotiations to hammer out a global agreement on pandemics. Has Germany learned t...
- + Iran renews violent crackdown on women—After a recent order from Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, "morality police" are increasing patrols, and women who refuse to wear headscarves ar...
- + Why Japan is investing in semiconductors once more—Japan was once the world's leading chip manufacturer. Now, concerns over supply chains and geopolitical tensions have prompted the government to provi...
- + Scotland's Humza Yousaf quits as ruling-SNP first minister—Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf has resigned ahead of two no-confidence votes that could bring down his Scottish National Party-led government. T...
- + Kenya flooding leaves dozens dead after dam collapse—The disaster has also damaged infrastructure, including the destruction of roads, bridges and cancellation of school lessons across the country. Thous...
- + Should the use of animals in sports be banned?—From dog races to bullfighting and circus shows — animals have historically been used in sports and for entertainment. But critical voices to curb or ...
- + Should we do away with animals in sports?—From dog races to bullfighting and circus shows — animals have historically been used in sports and for entertainment. But critical voices are getting...
- + Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says he will not resign—The announcement comes after Sanchez had canceled appointments last week amid corruption allegations against his wife. He has vowed to end "toxic" pol...
- + Spain: Canary Islands' mass protests target overtourism—Many locals say they don't benefit from tourism, as housing is getting scarce and average salaries remain low.
- + Germany: 2 Ukrainians killed over weekend were soldiers—Ukraine's embassy has said two Ukrainian men fatally stabbed in Bavaria were soldiers based in Germany for rehabilitation. A Russian man is the suspec...
- + War in Ukraine: Why is the EU still buying Russian gas?—Although the EU has dramatically reduced the amount of Russian gas it imports, significant quantities are still flowing into the bloc.
- + 'Air Head': AI-generated short film redefines the rules of animation—OpenAI's text-to-video model, Sora, makes animation easier and more accessible — and it poses the question: What is the value of human creativity?
- + Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate—The French president said he was open to discuss the use of France's nuclear weapons for European defense. His remarks have attracted criticism from p...
- + Burkina Faso dismisses HRW massacre report as 'baseless'—Human Rights Watch had accused Burkina Faso's military of civilian mass killings, including scores of children, in the West African country's fight ag...
- + Germany: 1,200 rescuers search for missing 6-year-old—Police, soldiers, firefighters and volunteers are all taking part in the search for a missing boy in northern Germany. The child was recorded leaving ...
- + Tornadoes ripping through US Midwest turn deadly in Oklahoma—The US Midwest region has faced over 100 tornadoes this weekend, with at least three killed and thousands left without power in Oklahoma.
- + Ukraine: Army chief says fighting at front has 'escalated'—Kyiv's top general said the frontline situation had deteriorated and that some Russian gains had been made. Ukraine is waiting for desperately needed ...
- + Pakistan: Judge kidnapped in restive northwest — reports—Armed men on motorbikes ambushed the senior judge in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a stronghold of the Pakistani Taliban. No group has claimed resp...
- + Dubai reaches for the sky with massive airport expansion—A pre-existing airport in Dubai will be built up to include five parallel runways and 400 gates, allowing it to handle more passengers than any other ...
- + Iraq: US, UK condemn bill criminalizing homosexuality—The Iraqi parliament has quietly changed its anti-prostitution law to impose lengthy jail terms for same-sex relations and punish those promoting "sex...
- + Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism'—Two Russian journalists have been accused of working for a group founded by the late Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny. If convicted, they ...
- + German far-right coup plot trial to begin—The first of three trials involving a far-right network of "Reichsbürger" around ringleader Prince Reuss is about to start. The group is accused of pl...
- + Pope Francis travels to Venice to attend Biennale—In his first trip away from Rome in months, the pontiff flew directly by helicopter from the Vatican to a women's prison on Giudecca Island, home to t...
- + Middle East updates: Video shows hostages alive in Gaza—Hamas' armed wing has released a video showing two hostages in Gaza urging Israel to strike a deal. A meeting of the World Economic Forum in Saudi Ara...
- + Titanic passenger's gold watch auctioned for record price—Its auction price for the watch worn by the richest man aboard the Titanic, is the highest amount ever paid for a single item from the doomed liner.
- + Portugal says no plans to pay colonial reparations—Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa had called for Lisbon to find ways to compensate its former colonies, including canceling debt. The gover...
- + Tornadoes tear through US Midwest—Police say residential areas have been damaged in the US state of Nebraska, with several other states also impacted by tornadoes and cyclones.
- + Myanmar: Civil war of 'many against many' tearing country up—Four years ago, a coup plunged Myanmar into civil war, proliferating armed groups in a place already rife with ethnic divisions. With the country disi...
- + Russia: Navalny-linked journalist arrested over 'extremism'—Konstantin Gabov has been accused of helping create YouTube videos for the channel now run by aides of late Alexei Navalny, who died in a penal colony...
- + Cambodia: 20 soldiers killed in army base blast—An ammunition explosion has claimed the lives of 20 soldiers and destroyed mutliple buildings at a Cambodian military base, according to Prime Ministe...
- + What you need to know about a possible Rafah offensive—Israel is preparing for an offensive in Rafah despite warnings from aid organizations and allies. The Israelis have been building emergency accommodat...
- + US: Over 100 detained at pro-Palestinian campus protest—Boston's Northeastern University said that protesters had called for violence against Jewish people. Meanwhile, Iraqi Shiite leader Moqtada al-Sadr vo...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia 'massively' shells energy sites—Russia launched dozens of missiles at Ukrainian power facilities, increasing the strain on energy infrastructure. In Germany, Chancellor Olaf Scholz r...
- + Can hydropower hold its own against weather extremes?—Recent droughts in Colombia and Ecuador have severely hampered energy supplied by hydropower. How viable is the low-carbon renewable in an increasingl...
- + Can hydropower can hold its own against weather extremes?—Recent droughts in Colombia and Ecuador have severely hampered energy supplied by hydropower. How viable is the low-carbon renewable in an increasingl...
- + Spain: Sanchez supporters rally, urge PM not to quit—With a scandal rocking the family of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, thousands of his supporters took to the streets of Madrid to urge the lefti...
- + Berlin plans monuments to honor achievements of migrants—The German capital is planning to honor the achievements of immigrants — in former West and East Berlin. The move comes at a time of heated nationwide...
- + Olympic flame sets sail for France—The flame that will symbolically preside over the 2024 Olympics in Paris is underway to France — by sea. It already has a long land journey behind it.
- + Australians protest gender violence after knife attack—Australians are calling for an end to violence against women after a recent knife attack in Sydney left five women dead. Australian Labor Party PM Ant...
- + Russia: Forbes journalist Mingazov 'put under house arrest'—A journalist for the Russian edition of the US magazine Forbes has been detained amid Moscow's crackdown on dissent. Sergei Mingazov has been charged ...
- + Hamas reviewing Israel's latest truce proposal—An Egyptian delegation has traveled to Israel to try to revive cease-fire negotiations and seek the return of the remaining hostages to Israel. Israel...
- + Spain busts counterfeit ring behind fake euro coins—After years of investigation, Spanish police have arrested 10 individuals allegedly responsible for bringing forged €2 coins into circulation througho...
- + How are foreign doctors faring in Germany?—Germany is welcoming an increasing number of foreign doctors, which the country needs. But how rewarding is it for doctors to work in the German healt...
- + Togo's battle for democracy amid constitutional controversy—Amid tensions and accusations of a constitutional coup, Togo heads to the polls next week. The African nation stands at a crossroads of democracy and ...
- + Canada's British Columbia makes U-turn over hard drugs—Last year, a pilot program was launched in a Canadian province allowing adults to carry up to 2.5 grams of hard drugs for personal use. Soaring drug u...
- + US FDA says pasteurized milk safe as bird flu spread in cows—Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in 38 herds of cows across nine states. Despite one Texas farm worker being infected the risk to h...
- + 30 years on, South Africa's dream of unity lies shattered—Thirty years after the end of apartheid, South Africa is looking back on a democratic but deeply divided society. Political divisions have fueled a gr...
- + Emergency slide falls from Delta Air Lines Boeing in mid-air—Flight 520 was headed to Los Angeles and was forced to declare an emergency and return to New York.
- + Asylum-seekers: Is EU-Tunisia like UK-Rwanda?—While Tunisia is a trusted ally in curbing migration to Europe, human rights observers don't consider it a "safe" place for migrants.
- + Tunisia: EU version of 'Rwanda plan' for asylum-seekers?—While Tunisia is a trusted ally in curbing migration to Europe, human rights observers don't consider it a "safe" place for migrants given ongoing cra...
- + Iraq: 4 killed in drone attack on gas field—Authorities say that foreign workers have been killed in the autonomous Kurdistan region. It is currently unclear where the drones came from.
- + Tunisia: an EU version of 'Rwanda plan' for asylum seekers?—While Tunisia is a trusted ally in curbing migration to Europe, human rights observers don't consider it a "safe" place for migrants given the increas...
- + Germany's Scholz calls for more Ukraine air defense—German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called on Ukraine's European allies to "look at their stocks" and provide air defense systems to Ukraine. Germany recent...
- + Ukraine updates: US to send $6 billion in war aid to Kyiv—The new $6 billion in long-term military aid to Ukraine is part of the recent package approved by Congress and includes interceptor missiles for for t...
- + UK man charged with Russia-backed arson attack in London—A British man is accused of planning an arson attack on Ukraine-linked businesses in London on behalf of Russia's Wagner Group.
- + Britain's King Charles to resume some public duties—Buckingham Palace confirmed that the UK monarch will restart his public-facing duties, nearly three months after being diagnosed with cancer.
- + Germany: Berlin police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp—Police in Berlin have cleared a pro-Palestinian protest camp from outside the Chancellery building in the capital's government quarter. Protesters had...
- + German ministers quizzed over nuclear phase out 'deception'—A political magazine alleged that the Economy Ministry hid expert advice supporting the extension of Germany's remaining nuclear power plants. Two min...
- + Which countries have banned TikTok?—The United States and the European Union have restricted TikTok, but they aren't the first governments to do so. Even China itself has placed restrict...
- + China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation—The Chinese fast-fashion online retailer is now subject to EU rules as a "very large online platform," joining tech firms including Apple, Amazon and ...
- + El Nino climate pattern intensifies in East Africa—El Nino's grip on East Africa has led to widespread flooding, submerging entire areas in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania and leaving behind a trail of dest...
- + El Nino: climate phenomenon intensifies in East Africa—El Nino's grip on East Africa has led to widespread flooding, submerging entire areas in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania, and leaving behind a trail of des...
- + US and China should be 'partners,' Xi tells Blinken—US top diplomat Antony Blinken and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a positive note on progress in relations, adding that difficult issues, like tr...
- + Andrew Tate trial can start, Romanian court rules—Sixteen months after his arrest, a tribunal ordered the influencer's human trafficking trial to proceed. Tate has often courted controversy and was ba...
- + Why Russia and Iran can dodge Western sanctions—Iran has been living with Western sanctions for almost 40 years, and never have so many sanctions been imposed so quickly as against Russia. Although ...
- + Hydropower: Can it hold up against climate change?—Recent droughts in Colombia and Ecuador have severely hampered energy supplied by hydropower. Can the cheap, low-carbon renewable still thrive in an i...
- + Decoding China: Competing for control over digital future—At this year's Hannover Messe trade fair, it seems obvious that major industrial innovations are no longer possible without China. While exhibitors fr...
- + German private firms asked to pay up for climate protection—German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for greater private sector investment to pay for combatting climate change. The call came as lawmakers passed...
- + Could Japan allow a woman to be emperor?—Conservatives have largely dropped a fiercely-held opposition to a woman assuming Japan's throne as empress. But critics say their proposals could sti...
- + Is Japan moving closer to a future female empress?—Conservatives have largely dropped their fiercely-held opposition to a woman assuming Japan's throne, but critics say their proposals could still rule...
- + Germany, France agree on new tank deal—The French and German defense ministers signed a deal for a Franco-German armaments project worth billions of euros. It includes developing a new batt...
- + Why is Sahara dust blowing into Europe?—Dust storms that carry particles from the Sahara into European capitals are more common than you'd think. Here's what you should know about them and h...
- + Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds—German citizens see the state more positively than in the past, considering it responsible for security, education and the economy, according to a sur...
- + China's ByteDance denies plans to sell TikTok in US—Earlier reports had suggested ByteDance planned to sell the app, without its powerful algorithm. Earlier this week, US President Biden signed a law th...
- + Robinson Crusoe Island, a Chilean football fairytale—The tiny Chilean island of Robinson Crusoe is in the country's domestic football cup tournament for the first time ever. Now, fans, patrons and player...
- + Robinson Crusoe Island in Chilean football fairytale—The tiny Chilean island of Robinson Crusoe is in the country's domestic football cup tournament for the first time ever. Fans, patrons and players wil...
- + Gaza: How powerful is Hamas after 7 months of war with Israel?—After 7 months of war, and in spite of Israel's military strength, Hamas continues to fight. While it's impossible to pinpoint the exact strength of t...
- + How powerful is Hamas after 7 months of war with Israel?—After 7 months of war, and in spite of Israel's military strength, Hamas continues to fight. While it's impossible to pinpoint the exact strength of t...
- + Ukraine updates: US plans $6 billion in war aid for Kyiv—The US government is set to announce a plan to provide $6 billion in long-term military aid to Ukraine, part of the recent package approved by Congres...
- + Blinken meets Chinese counterpart Wang in Beijing—The pair discussed China's ongoing support of Russia in its war against Ukraine, Taiwan and trade. Although relations are improving, a number of issue...
- + India election: Second phase of voting begins—The second phase of the Indian general election has begun, and 160 million people are eligible to vote in this part of the six-week-long poll. The wea...
- + Brazil's Lula under fire over Indigenous land rights—Indigenous groups want the Brazilian government to recognize more of their territories and protect them from criminal activities. A group of 40 Indige...
- + Ukraine halts passport services for men living abroad—Ukraine is cutting off consular services for its male citizens who live outside the country. The measure aims to force men back home to serve in the m...
- + US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate—The US has said it secretly delivered long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. This has drawn focus to the debate over providing Taurus cruise missiles,...
- + Harvey Weinstein: US court overturns 2020 rape conviction—A New York appeals court has ordered a new trial in the landmark case that drove the #MeToo movement. The majority opinion argued that the judge commi...
- + Ashley Judd among those expressing dismay at Weinstein retrial—The decision to call for a retrial from the New York appeals court has prompted varying reactions, with many dismayed that survivors will have to test...
- + Ashley Judd among those to express dismay at Weinstein retrial—The decision to call for a retrial from the New York appeals court has prompted varying reactions, with many dismayed that survivors will have to test...
- + US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea—Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hus...
- + Amid Argentina's protests, are Javier Milei's days numbered?—The ultra-libertarian president has proposed harsh austerity measures to tame Argentina's budget and boost its economy. But with hundreds of thousands...
- + Protests in Argentina: Are Milei's days numbered?—The ultra-libertarian president has proposed harsh austerity measures to tame Argentina's budget and boost its economy. But with hundreds of thousands...
- + Middle East updates: Israel intensifies airstrikes on Rafah—Thousands of civilians have fled Rafah as Israeli bombardments continue ahead of an anticipated ground offensive into the city. Elsewhere, US-led coal...
- + Germany: 17-year-old charged in school knife attack—A 17-year-old has been charged in connection with a knife attack at a school in western Germany in February.
- + Sorbonne speech: Will Macron's European plea be heard?—French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a paradigm shift in a Paris speech on European integration. That might not necessarily inspire voters ...
- + Is the Commonwealth still important to Africa?—Young Africans see few benefits to being part of the Commonwealth of Nations and are calling for reforms. Some reject the organization altogether.
- + How important is the Commonwealth to Africa today?—The Commonwealth of Nations appears to chiefly serve as a diplomatic network for politicians. Young Africans see few membership advantages amid growin...
- + Flooding in Tanzania and Kenya claims scores of lives—After days of torrential rain across East Africa, Tanzania's prime minister says at least 155 people have been killed in flooding, while at least 13 k...
- + Haiti: Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns—Ariel Henry's resignation as prime minister comes after months of gang violence in Haiti and as a new transitional council was sworn in. He had announ...
- + US Supreme Court begins hearing on Trump immunity plea—Donald Trump is hoping that the conservative-majority top court will save him from at least one of his legal woes. Meanwhile, a separate case over hus...
- + Germany's China envoy summoned by Beijing over spying claims—Germany's ambassador to China says she was summoned by Chinese authorities after four Germans were arrested on suspicion of spying for Beijing.
- + GIRLZ OFF MUTE—A girl with a story only needs a camera and a mic. Those are the main ingredients of GirlZ Off Mute. Aged 13–18, our teen reporters across Africa ask ...
- + Ukraine updates: 'Dozens' of Russian nukes stored in Belarus—Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko has said Russian tactical nuclear weapons are stationed on Belarusian territory, Russian media reported. DW has...
- + German Veterans' Day to recognize service to the country—Starting this year, June 15 will be set aside as Germany's annual Veterans' Day to commemorate former armed forces personnel. The federal parliament a...
- + German Veterans' Day: recognition of service to the country—From this year onwards, June 15 will be Germany's annual Veterans' Day to commemorate former armed forces personnel. The federal parliament approved t...
- + German Veterans Day: A recognition of service to the country—From this year onwards, June 15 will be Germany's annual Veterans Day to commemorate former armed forces personnel. The federal parliament approved th...
- + European ports swamped with cars amid China EV offensive—Some European ports are struggling to cope with a massive influx of vehicles. The surge in imports, mostly from China, has transformed these ports int...
- + US court overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction—A New York appeals court has ordered a new trial in the landmark case that drove the #MeToo movement. The majority opinion argued that the judge commi...
- + America's billion-dollar bet on US chipmaking—Joe Biden is desperate to bring advanced chipmaking to the country and is willing to pay a lot for it. Using the CHIPS Act, the government is splurgin...
- + Indonesia complains EU trade deal taking too long—The Southeast Asian nation accuses Brussels of "regulatory imperialism" following recent disputes over deforestation and nickel. But it's still hoping...
- + US economy: GDP growth slows to 1.6% in first quarter—The US growth rate was substantially lower than the 2.4% widely predicted by analysts. The fall in the growth rate comes alongside declining consumer ...
- + Vatican eyes closer ties with communist Vietnam—Closer relations between the Vatican and Vietnam have raised eyebrows over why the Catholic Church is making friends with a state where religious orga...
- + Filipino nurses in Germany struggle with the language—Filipino nurses are in high demand in Germany, but struggles learning German make it harder for them to feel at home.
- + Filipino nurses in Germany: Can they build a decent life?—The University Hospital in Bonn is just one of many German health facilities that have hired foreign nurses, many of whom are Filipinos and often stru...
- + Everest climbing season with new rules and question marks—This year, several hundred mountaineers will once again attempt to climb the highest mountain on earth. Climate change is also causing more risk — and...
- + Nigeria: Over 100 inmates escape prison due to heavy rains—A search is on for the scores of prisoners who fled after rain brought down a perimeter fence. The incident happened close to the Nigerian capital.
- + Macron warns EU could 'die' in face of global competition—French President Emmanuel Macron said the European Union could be threatened by rivalry from the US, Russia and China if it does not achieve "strategi...
- + How do tsunamis form?—Tsunamis are rare but can cause mass destruction. Here’s what you need to know about the science behind them.
- + German consumer confidence hits two-year high—Consumer confidence rose for the third month in a row in Europe's largest economy, according to a market research survey. Germany is seeing mild econo...
- + EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019?—With EU elections approaching, lawmakers are busy listing their successes. DW breaks down where the European Parliament made its mark — and where it d...
- + Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group?—The German Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has designated the self-proclaimed separatist "Donetsk People's Republic" as a terrorist organization. S...
- + Germany's Autobahn — finally time for a speed limit?—The majority of Germans want a motorway speed limit and environmental groups say it would help cut emissions. But are their arguments strong enough to...
- + Entry fee for Venice travel: Will it curb mass tourism?—Venice officials are introducing a fee for day tourists hoping to prevent overtourism in the Italian city. Will it work?
- + Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse in Paris—Firefighters in the French capital have reportedly said the windmill blades at the landmark Moulin Rouge have collapsed.
- + Espionage in the EU: Is the bloc ready to ward off spies?—After a spate of foreign influence scandals at the European Parliament and in national capitals, EU officials are scrambling to get a handle on suspec...
- + Arizona indicts Trump aides over 2020 election scheme—A grand jury in Arizona has charged 18 Republicans, including lawyer Rudy Giuliani and reportedly former chief of staff Mark Meadows, with alleged ele...
- + North Macedonia presidential election heads to runoff—Opposition candidate Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova is in the lead after winning almost almost 40% of the first-round vote. The election comes as North M...
- + US top diplomat Blinken visits China for tough talks—Antony Blinken arrived in China for his second visit in a year to discuss a range of issues amid rising tensions between the two countries.
- + Klimt painting sold at Austrian auction for €30 million—Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Miss Lieser" was long thought to be lost, when in fact it hung for decades in a private villa near Vienna.
- + Ukraine updates: Biden signs bill releasing US military aid—US President Joe Biden has said deliveries of much-needed artillery munitions and other supplies to Ukraine will commence within "hours" after he sign...
- + Germany's Steinmeier calls for revival of ties with Turkey—On a visit to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the German president said Germany and Turkey needed each other. Erdogan used to occasion to crit...
- + Spain: PM Sanchez suspends public duties as wife probed—Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Wednesday he will suspend public duties until next week to decide whether he wants to continue leading th...
- + TikTok for sale: Who can buy it and how much will it cost?—Lawmakers have mandated a sale for TikTok to keep its US operations running. DW examines the odds of a sale, who has the financial clout to buy TikTok...
- + Germany: AfD's Krah faces probe on Russia, China 'payments'—Prosecutors are looking at whether German far-right MEP Maximilian Krah received payments from Russian and Chinese sources. This comes just a day afte...
- + Ukraine: US to deliver weapons via Germany and Poland—The Pentagon has long been preparing ammunition deliveries to Ukraine. They are ready to be sent via Poland and the US Army's logistics centers in Ger...
- + Germany: Camel leads circus animal breakout—A camel made two bids for freedom from a circus in Germany on Wednesday, and took several other animals with it. All the escaped creatures were quickl...
- + Portugal's ties to Africa strong after Carnation Revolution—On April 25, 1974, the Carnation Revolution marked a turning point for Portugal and its colonies in Africa. Fifty years later, links between the Lusop...
- + Germany arrests suspected members of Nigerian dating mafia—The alleged gang members, using fake identities online, extorted money from victims after gaining their trust and promising marriage. The suspected cr...
- + TikTok vows legal fight after Biden signs sell-or-ban bill—The CEO of the popular short video app has said a newly signed US law calling for the company to find new ownership amounts to a "ban" and promised to...
- + US aid for Taiwan 'will only increase tensions,' China says—US President Joe Bidensigned off on fresh assistance for Taiwan, allowing the island to upgrade its military hardware. Taiwan's president-elect says i...
- + European Broadcasting Union (EBU) Diversity Conference in Reykjavik—Representatives of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) met in Iceland's capital Reykjavík to discuss the relevance of diversity, equality and inclus...
- + Iran: Rapper Toomaj Salehi sentenced to death, says lawyer—Popular rapper Toomaj Salehi wrote songs in support of the protest movement in Iran following the death of Jina Mahsa Amini in 2022. He has been in ja...
- + Iraq and Turkey: Renewed progress but no breakthrough—Turkey's President Erdogan went to Iraq this week, his first visit in over a decade. The two countries haven’t been on the best terms but signed a num...
- + Germany: Prosecutors charge 7 Islamist terror suspects—German prosecutors have filed charges against seven suspected Islamist terrorists. The men, who were arrested in July 2023, are suspected of having li...
- + Cruciate ligament rupture: all you need to know—If the knee joint is overstretched or twisted too much during sport, the cruciate ligament often tears. How is the injury treated, how long are you si...
- + UK arrests 3 over Channel crossing deaths—British police have accused three men of facilitating illegal immigration after five migrants died attempting to cross the English Channel from France...
- + Will Taiwan abolish the death penalty this year?—A Taiwanese court ruling could lead to the island's abolition of capital punishment. But, given strong public support for the death penalty, the court...
- + Russian Orthodox Church suspends Navalny memorial priest—The leader of Russia's Orthodox Church has suspended the priest who led a memorial service for Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. Church head Patriarch Ki...
- + Arab Film Festival in Berlin spotlights Palestinian voices—As the Israel-Hamas war impacts Germany's cultural sector, the organizers of the ALFILM festival fear for the future of their event.
- + Thailand: Are 'boy-love' series raising LGBTQ+ awareness?—Thai-produced gay-romance TV dramas are becoming increasingly popular across Asia, but have they created more acceptance of LGBTQ+ people?
- + Nearly 282 million people faced hunger in 2023 — report—The number of people suffering acute food insecurity rose in 2023 for the fifth year in a row, according to a UN-led report. Conflicts, extreme weathe...
- + Israeli economy moves toward normality despite the war—The Israeli economy suffered a major contraction following the October 7 attacks and subsequent war. However, it is beginning to show signs of recover...
- + China spying: Krah stays on as AfD's top euro candidate—Alternative for Germany politician Maximilian Krah will stay on as the AfD lead candidate in June's European elections. A day earlier, one of Krah's a...
- + Ukraine updates: Drones hit Russia-owned energy sites—In an overnight attack, Ukraine's SBU security service drones reportedly targeted power facilities and Rosneft-owned oil depots. Meanwhile, Russia dec...
- + China decries fresh US military aid for Taiwan—US lawmakers have voted for fresh assistance for Taiwan, allowing the island to upgrade its military hardware. Taiwan's president-elect says it will "...
- + Germany, UK boost defense ties after Berlin talks—UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with German German chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin and praised Germany for being one of the biggest defense spender...
- + Olaf Scholz, Rishi Sunak boost defense ties in Berlin—Rishi Sunak has praised Berlin for being one of the biggest defense spenders in Europe and aiding Ukraine in repelling Russia's attacks. Olaf Scholz a...
- + London police recapture 2 horses on the run—London police have contained the two runaway horses seen pacing through the streets of the capital, raising confusion among residents.
- + EU launches probe into Chinese medical procurement—Brussels will examine whether Beijing favors local suppliers under the "Buy China" policy to the disadvantage of EU firms. China responded that the EU...
- + Germany and Turkey: 100 years of diplomatic relations—One hundred years ago, the newly founded Turkish Republic established diplomatic relations with Germany. Since then, the two countries have gone throu...
- + Germany: One in five older women faces poverty—Doing the unpaid work of caring for family members often leaves older women financially worse off than older men. In 2023, the average pension income ...
- + Israel-Iran tensions: Is Syria the new battlefield?—Israel has been bombing Syria covertly for years, trying to stop anti-Israel forces in that country from getting any stronger. Some experts worry the ...
- + Germany tops list of non-English-speaking job destinations—Germany ranks as the most popular non-English-speaking country in the world as a destination for foreign workers, a study has shown. Berlin was among ...
- + Shopping showdown — what's greener, plastic or paper?—Paper packaging is more environmentally friendly than plastic, right? But concealed within this deceptively simple choice are chemical contaminants, m...
- + Australian police arrest several over Sydney church stabbing—Australian police arrested seven people in connection with an investigation into a 16-year-old accused of stabbing a priest in western Sydney. Officia...
- + Middle East updates: Germany resumes UNRWA cooperation—Germany will reestablish cooperation with the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza, the government said. Meanwhile, Israel has thanked the US Se...
- + Russia: Top military official arrested on bribery allegations—Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, who was once accused by the team of the late Alexei Navalny of living a lavish lifestyle, is suspected to have t...
- + North Korea delegation visits Iran in rare public trip—A North Korean Cabinet minister who led a delegation visit to Moscow earlier this month is in Iran, according to Pyongyang state media.
- + Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns at school—The move comes a year after three children and three staff were killed in a school shooting in Nashville. The bill will now be sent to Republican Gove...
- + Electric cars sales expected to rise to new record in 2024—The International Energy Agency is forecasting that one in five cars sold globally is set to be electric. China continues to dominate the global marke...
- + US Senate approves long-awaited military aid for Ukraine—The $61 billion aid package for Ukraine comes after months of deadlock at the US Congress. The bill also includes military support for Israel and Taiw...
- + Amnesty annual report criticizes European 'double standards'—The human rights watchdog has deplored Germany and other European countries' approach toward Gaza. The situation in the Middle East is a primary focus...
- + German police shoot machete-wielding man at university—The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place. Authorities are now investigating the use of f...
- + TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature—The European Commission is investigating the impact of TikTok Lite's rewards program on users' mental health.
- + Pro-Palestinian protests spread at US universities—Students at several US universities have staged large protests in response to Israel's military operations in Gaza. Student arrests have sparked outra...
- + Israel: US plans to sanction an IDF unit—An Israeli army battalion, Netzah Yehuda, may, among other things, be excluded from receiving US financial support. The US has never imposed sanctions...
- + Spain: Court reopens investigation in Pegasus spying scandal—Spain and France will share information from their separate investigations into the use of Pegasus software to spy on their politicians, including Pri...
- + Dozens dead, missing after migrant boat sinks off Djibouti—It is the latest tragedy on a route that has become popular among thousands of migrants trying to reach Gulf countries from the Horn of Africa.
- + Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage—Six suspected spies have been arrested in quick succession. Security services see links to the war against Ukraine, economic interests and a war on de...
- + Espionage: Germany sees increase in Chinese and Russian activity—Six suspected spies have been arrested in quick succession. Security services see links to the war against Ukraine, economic interests and a war on de...
- + Rwanda explained: From politics to human rights to migration—Rwanda's government says it is "pleased" about the UK's decision to pass a bill allowing to send irregular asylum seekers to the African country. But ...
- + Rwanda explained: From politics to human right to migration—Rwanda's government says it is "pleased" about the UK's decision to pass a bill allowing to send irregular asylum seekers to the African country. But ...
- + Evan Gershkovich: Appeal rejected by Moscow court—The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich accused by Russia of spying has been ordered to remain in jail.
- + Rana Plaza disaster 11 years on: What has changed?—11 years since the Rana Plaza tragedy, the biggest industrial disaster in Bangladesh's history, many garment workers are still met with overwork, unde...
- + China and India compete for influence in the Maldives—The two Asian giants are vying for favor with the Indian Ocean archipelago state, where a pro-Beijing party just won a parliamentary election by a lan...
- + Maldives: What does the pro-China party victory mean for India?—The two Asian giants are vying for influence in the Indian Ocean archipelago state where a pro-Beijing party won by a landslide in a parliamentary ele...
- + Middle East updates: EU debates Gaza humanitarian response—The European Parliament is set to discuss the EU's response to the "continuous killing" of civilians in the Gaza Strip in a plenary debate as the Isra...
- + Economic hurdles of EU expansion into Eastern Europe—Russia's invasion of Ukraine has pushed enlargement back on the European Union's agenda. But how much would taking on new members like Ukraine, Moldov...
- + EU expansion: Can the bloc afford new members in the east?—Russia's invasion of Ukraine has pushed enlargement back on top of Europe's agenda. But taking in new members would strain the bloc's budget.
- + EU lawmakers approve overhaul of budget rules—Brussels has spent two years negotiating reforms. which aim to boost investment while controlling member states' debt. Previous budgetary regulations ...
- + Germany's President Steinmeier calls for unity amid upheaval—In his new book "We," Frank-Walter Steinmeier looks for diversity in the face of division — and embarks on a difficult balancing act for a head of sta...
- + Pessimistic young Germans turning to far right, says study—German teenagers and young adults find themselves increasingly unsatisfied and likely to vote for the far right, according to a survey. Fears about pr...
- + Ukraine updates: UK pledges largest military aid to Kyiv—British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an additional €580 million in new military supplies for Kyiv. Meanwhile the US Senate is set to discuss a...
- + Did China cover up a swim team doping scandal?—An investigation by German broadcaster ARD concludes that positive doping samples from almost two dozen Chinese athletes were swept under the rug.
- + India spice maker says products safe after health concerns—Food brand Everest, a household name in India, has said its fish curry spice blend was safe for use following concerns about a cancer-causing chemical...
- + Why we are losing the fight to control global malaria cases—After two decades of falling incidence numbers, Malaria cases worldwide since 2015 have not declined as many hoped, and, in some areas, they are even ...
- + Malaria: Why aren't case numbers falling?—Since 2015, the number of malaria cases worldwide have stalled and ― in some areas, they're even increasing. That's after two decades of falling numbe...
- + 5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt—At least five people are reported to have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel. Only hours earlier, the UK Parliament voted to deport some ...
- + Five migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt—At least five people are reported to have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel. The UK parliament had only hours earlier voted to deport so...
- + Asia worst hit from climate disasters in 2023, says UN—A World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report has said floods and storms were the leading cause of climate-related hazards in Asia.
- + German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party—With Germany's anti-immigrant party set to take more seats in European elections, cultural institutions want to neutralize the "extremist politics" th...
- + German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges—Police in Germany have arrested a staff member of the German far-right Alternative for Germany party. Prosecutors say the individual was spying on beh...
- + North Korea says missile launch was nuclear response drill—North Korean state media has claimed Pyongyang tested a "nuclear trigger" simulation drill as a "warning signal" to the US and South Korea.
- + Rwanda plan: UK Parliament passes migrant deportation bill—Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready within months. The plan to send some asylum s...
- + Ukraine updates: US Senate to vote on major aid package—The $61-billion aid package for Ukraine is expected to pass after months of delay. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is also set to announce record a...
- + Iran's nuclear activities 'raising eyebrows' at IAEA—Iran's enrichment of uranium and a lack of access to international monitors fuel suspicions about its nuclear activities. The International Atomic Ene...
- + Iran's activities 'raising eyebrows,' IAEA's Grossi tells DW—Tehran's enrichment of uranium, and a lack of access to international monitors, fuel suspicions about its nuclear activities. But the head of the Inte...
- + UNRWA: Review finds 'neutrality' issues, no terror proof—A review of the UN agency's neutrality was prompted by Israeli accusations that aid workers in Gaza were "terrorists." An independent panel says Israe...
- + Trump accused of election fraud in hush money trial—Prosecutors have accused Donald Trump of falsifying business records in order to hide hush money that was paid to former adult film star Stormy Daniel...
- + Ghana's cocoa farmers are losing out, despite record prices—The price of cocoa on the global market soared to a record high in April, but African farmers are struggling to make ends meet. In countries like Ghan...
- + Ghana's cocoa farmers are losing, despite record prices—The price of cocoa on the global market soared to a record high in April, but African farmers are struggling to make ends meet. In countries like Ghan...
- + Bitter chocolate: Africa's cocoa farmers suffer price hikes — and more—The price of cocoa on the global market hit a record $10,000 in April ,but African farmers are struggling to make ends meet. In countries like Ghana, ...
- + India's Modi accused of anti-Muslim campaign hate speech—At a weekend rally, Prime Minister Modi claimed the opposition wanted to take Hindus' money and give it to "infiltrators." The opposition Congress Par...
- + EU sets TikTok ultimatum over 'addictive' new app feature—The European Commission is threatening to suspend the TikTok Lite rewards programme, unless the Chinese-owned app provides answers within 24 hours.
- + Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages—Germany looks to tap into international student talent to keep its engineering and IT sectors afloat.
- + Iran's president woos Pakistani premier amid Israel tensions—Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's trip to Pakistan gains significance against the backdrop of heightened tensions in the Middle East as Iran and Israe...
- + Germany's infrastructure woes: Who should foot the bill?—Germany's roads, bridges, and railways are aging and crumbling. And for a shift towards more green energy, there's need for new power lines. The infra...
- + Ukraine updates: Russia claims capture of village in Donetsk—Russia's Defense Ministry has claimed new gains in eastern Ukraine, while Ukraine's military has said Russian attempts in the area were being held bac...
- + UK Parliament passes Rwanda asylum plan—The British upper house approved a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commerc...
- + UK government plans Rwanda migrant flights as lawmakers vote—The British Parliament is once again voting on a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the flights will go ahead ...
- + UK police charge 2 with spying for China—Prosecutors in Britain have charged two men — one of whom worked in Parliament for a leading MP — with divulging official secrets to a foreign state.
- + Turkey's Erdogan makes rare visit to Iraq—Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who is seeking cooperation in Turkey's fight against Kurdish militants, last visited in 2011. Iraq secured an agreement for a gr...
- + Austrian police arrest Germans visiting Hitler's birthplace—Austrian police have arrested two young couples from Bavaria after they visited the birthplace of Adolf Hitler. Officers took action when they saw a w...
- + EU ministers welcome US aid for Ukraine ahead of meeting—European foreign and defense ministers are meeting to discuss support for Ukraine that has waned in recent months. Sanctions against Russia and Iran a...
- + Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult—How should Germany's traditional media report on the far-right Alternative for Germany Party (AfD)? Some want to ignore the opposition party, while ot...
- + US, Philippines kick off combat drills in South China Sea—The joint drills include simulations of US and Filipino troops recapturing islands as Manila and Beijing contest maritime territory in the South China...
- + Middle East updates: Israel's intel chief quits over Oct. 7—Military intelligence chief Aharon Haliva is the first senior Israeli official to resign over failing to prevent the October 7 terror attacks. Meanwhi...
- + Germany's industrial production expected to sink further—German industrial production is expected to fall further behind this year, after a dip in 2023. The usually strong manufacturing sector had already ta...
- + Germany's industry expected to sink further—German industrial production is expected to fall further behind this year. The usually strong manufacturing sector had already taken a hit because of ...
- + China: At least 4 dead, thousands evacuated in severe storms—Days of torrential rainfall have swelled rivers and waterways in southern China's Pearl River Delta, with authorities warning heavy flooding is expect...
- + China: At least 3 dead, thousands evacuated in severe storms—Days of torrential rainfall have swelled rivers and waterways in southern China's Pearl River Delta, with authorities warning heavy flooding is expect...
- + Africa's El Nino crises demand action and funding—El Nino is causing extreme weather events in East Africa and a crippling drought in the south of the continent. Experts say immediate action is needed...
- + Germany arrests 3 suspected China spies—Germany's Federal Prosecutor has said three German citizens were arrested on suspicion of spying for China.
- + US, Philippines kick off annual combat drills—The joint drills include simulations of US and Filipino troops recapturing islands amid maritime tensions between Manila and Beijing in the South Chin...
- + North Korea launches suspected ballistic missiles into sea—Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile launch.
- + Papua New Guinea PM reacts to Biden 'cannibalism' comment—Prime Minister Marape said his nation doesn't deserve to be labeled cannibals. In controversial statements last week, US president Biden implied his u...
- + Colombia: Thousands protest President Petro's reforms—An estimated 250,000 people in Colombia took to the streets in various cities to protest the social and economic reforms of the left-wing President Gu...
- + Copernicus report shows year of weather extremes in Europe—Drought, wildfires, floods and record heat in Europe: last year was one of extreme climate impacts for humans and nature. But there's also some positi...
- + JUST IN — 2023 saw climate extremes across Europe, but renewable energy is gaining popularity, EU’s Copernicus report reveals—Drought, wildfires, floods and record heat in Europe. Last year, was one of extreme climate impacts for humans and nature. But there's some positive n...
- + Germany: Girl falls to her death from Düsseldorf hotel window—The teenager fell from the sixth floor of a hotel near the center of Düsseldorf, in North Rhine Westphalia. Police have initially ruled out suicide an...
- + Sri Lanka: 7 dead after race car crashes into spectators—The crash happened at a motor sports event organized by the Sri Lankan army that was being held for the first time in five years after COVID-19 and an...
- + Sri Lanka: Seven dead after race car crashes into spectators—The crash happened at a motor sport event organized by the Sri Lankan army that was being held for the first time in five years after COVID-19 and the...
- + Ecuador prison warden killed as country votes on security—The chief warden of a prison was shot dead in western Ecuador. His death came as citizens voted on a referendum on President Noboa's plans to crack do...
- + SIPRI: Global military spending is up over $2.44 trillion—The latest update of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute's database of military expenditures has found that global military spending ...
- + Paying for gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate—World Athletics has broken ranks with other sports federations in opting to pay athletes bonuses for medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Some deem this...
- + Paying for Gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate—World Athletics has broken ranks with other sports federations in opting to pay athletes bonuses for medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Some deem this...
- + Cash for Olympic athletics medals: About time?—The World Athletics federation has broken ranks to pay athletes bonuses for medals at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Some sports consider it a breach of ...
- + Maldives: Muizzu's pro-China party claims landslide victory—The vote was seen as a referendum on President Mohamad Muizzu's pledge to abandon the country's "India First" policy for closer ties with China. Elect...
- + Franz Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue—The statue of legendary German soccer player "Kaiser" Franz Beckenbauer will be erected at the Allianz Arena in his hometown of Munich.
- + 'Kaiser' Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue—The statue of Germany's legendary soccer player, "Kaiser" Franz Beckenbauer, will be erected at the Allianz Arena in his hometown of Munich.
- + "Kaiser" Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue—The statue of Germany's legendary soccer player, "Kaiser" Franz Beckenbauer, will be erected at the Allianz Arena in his hometown of Munich.
- + Sudanese refugees in Germany decry forgotten war—One year on from the outbreak of another war, Sudan is being torn apart by one of the world's worst humanitarian crises in recent memory. More aid has...
- + Severe flooding expected in parts of southern China—State media has reported that flooding seen “once in a century” is expected in southern China. Weather alerts have been issued in parts of as forecast...
- + Ukraine updates: Germany's Scholz welcomes US aid package—Germany's chancellor said the decision by US lawmakers to approve more foreign aid for Ukraine was a "strong signal." Western military experts believe...
- + Middle East updates: Israel angered by possible US sanctions—Israel's leadership has voiced indignation after reports that Washington intends to announce sanctions against an Israeli military battalion. DW has t...
- + Ecuador votes on security measures amid wave of violence—Ecuadorians are to vote in a referendum on President Noboa's plans to crack down on criminal gangs and bring the security situation under control. The...
- + Could Moscow attack suspects face execution in Belarus?—After the deadly terrorist attack at Moscow's Crocus City Hall, some Russian politicians are debating trying the suspects to Belarus, which still has ...
- + Japan: 1 dead, 7 missing in military helicopter crash—Two helicopters crashed into the sea during military training. The Japanese Defense Ministry was analyzing the cause of the incident, amid suspicion t...
- + US House passes bill that could ban TikTok—The legislation requires the popular video sharing app to divest from its Chinese parent company in order to operate in the US. It should next move on...
- + CAR: Over 50 drown after boat capsizes in Mpoko river—The boat passengers were reportedly on their way to a funeral when the boat sank. Authorities said they were still looking for other people, with the ...
- + Front-line soldiers in Ukraine anxiously await US weapons—Without US support, Ukraine's defenses would crumble.The situation on Ukraine's front line is dramatic, an artillery officer explains.
- + Germany: Thousands celebrate new cannabis law in Berlin—Bands played as revelers gathered at the Brandenburg Gate for a legal cannabis "Smoke-In" on Saturday. Separately, Deutsche Bahn announced a ban on ca...
- + Smokers' delight: Thousands light up for 420 in Berlin—Bands played as revelers gathered at the Brandenburg Gate for a legal cannabis "Smoke-In" on Saturday. Separately, Deutsche Bahn announced a ban on ca...
- + US House approves major military aid package for Ukraine—The package has been stalled by political infighting and comes amid repeated calls from Kyiv for assistance.
- + Canary Islands residents protest against mass tourism—The demonstrators want to limit the number of visitors to the Canary Islands and give the archipelago's residents a greater say in what they see as un...
- + Nigerian chess champion breaks record in 60-hour marathon—Tunde Onakoya played chess nonstop for 60 hours on New York City's Times Square and is looking to raise money for children in need across Africa.
- + Germany to introduce a Veterans' Day — report—Chancellor Olaf Scholz is supporting plans for an annual day of commemoration for former armed forces personnel. A German media outlet reported that t...
- + 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...
- + India's Narendra Modi focuses on economy in election push—Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is aiming to win a third term in office in general elections that got underway on April 19. His reelection campaig...
- + 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 police arrest 2 suspected of spying for Russia—German police have arrested two men on suspicion of spying for Russia. The German-Russian nationals have been accused of acting as agents for sabotage...
- + 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.
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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.
- + From solar to EVs: How China is overproducing green tech—China is facing more scrutiny from the West over its aggressive export practices — overcapacity and huge subsidies. The US and EU are working to ensur...
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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 continue...
- + ABBA: Unexpected success story that started 50 years ago—On April 6, 1974, Swedish pop band ABBA won the 19th Eurovision Song Contest, held in the English seaside town of Brighton. Nobody expected the five s...
- + Richarlison can spur change in Brazilian football mentality—The Tottenham striker's comments about how working with a psychologist saved his career — and his life — could spur a major change in attitude toward ...
- + How Cologne's Jewish community rebuilt after World War II—The oldest Jewish community in Germany took a step toward returning to normal life after the Holocaust 75 years ago. In 1949, a new synagogue was cons...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + Tour of the Basque Country: Cycling race halted after crash—Jonas Vingegaard, the two-time Tour de France winner, was rushed to hospital with multiple broken bones after a large crash during the fourth stage of...
- + 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...
- + 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 ...
- + Why are forests so important?—Every day the planet loses more and more trees to deforestation, according to a new study. But why are forests so important for us anyway?
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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 ...
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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...
- + 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.
- + 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.
- + 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...
- + 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'...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
- + 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...
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