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China's tech rise reshapes the global space race
China is pulling ahead in global research rankings and expanding its ambitions in space. With growing technological leadership, Beijing is positioning itself as a rival to the Uni…
Japan's new joint custody law reshapes divorce debate
As Japan introduces joint custody, some couples find it easier to part ways. But the reform sparks debate over whether children's interests are truly central in a system still led…
Bundesliga: Kathleen Krüger takes over as Hamburg's head of sport
Hamburg have presented Kathleen Krüger as the club's new board member responsible for sport. She is the first woman to fill such a role at a Bundesliga club on a permanent basis.
Algeria's parliamentary vote raises questions on real change
Seven years after the pro-democracy Hirak protests, Algeria is electing a new parliament. Could the vote spark new political momentum or will it cement the status quo?
Canada to compete in 2027 Eurovision song contest
The Eurovision song contest is set to welcome another non-European participant: Canada. The country's finance minister said it offers "a platform for Canada to shine" at a time of…
Hydration breaks: The most controversial issue at the World Cup
The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond.
Sudan's RSF accused of crimes against humanity in el-Fasher
Amnesty International says Sudan's Rapid Support Forces militia committed ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity in its assault on the city of el-Fasher amid the longrunning…
German prosecutors arrest Rwanda genocide suspect
A German-Rwandan national has been arrested on suspicion of complicity in murders during Rwanda's 1994 genocide. He is thought to have been personally involved in the killing of o…
Ahead of NATO summit, Turkey arrests more than 200 activists
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Amid a strict public gatherings ban, 225 human rights and environmental activists as well as journali…
Activist arrests surge in Turkey ahead of key NATO summit
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Amid a strict ban on public gatherings, 225 activists have already been arrested.
