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One person critically injured in possible hostage situation at a Regensburg bank, Bavarian police say
Police say one person has sustained life-threatening injuries in a hostage situation at a bank branch in Regensburg. The standoff is ongoing, and special units are on their way. T…
Spain's solar eclipse trilogy: Spectacle starting August 12
From August 2026 to January 2028, amateur and pro skywatchers are in for a series of rare solar spectacles over Spain and North Africa. Astronomers expect the events to attract mi…
ECB keeps interest rates unchanged amid Iran war inflation
The European Central Bank has kept its base interest rates steady but said it was "closely monitoring" the energy price shock. The impact of the war against Iran on energy costs h…
Canada-EU: Closer trade ties to counter Trump?
Given they share the world's longest land border, Canada and the US have historically enjoyed fruitful trade relations. But with Donald Trump escalating his tariff war, Canada is …
Oil prices jump as Hormuz, Red Sea crises deepen
Renewed strikes on shipping in the Gulf and the Red Sea have dealt a fresh double blow to global oil markets. As prices climb once again, DW examines what else could keep them ele…
WAFCON 2026: What you need to know
Several months after it was supposed to start and with more teams than first planned, WAFCON 2026 is finally set to begin. The hosts want a maiden title while a tournament outside…
Nigeria: Armed 'bandits' kill more than 20 in Zamfara state
Armed gangs, known locally as "bandits," are a constant threat in northwestern and central Nigeria. They typically raid villages, steal livestock and kidnap residents for ransom.
Germany seeks energy and trading partners in Africa
Germany is keen to boost its economy. On his third trip to Africa, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Nigeria and South Africa to promote greater cooperation.
Czechia: Army helicopter crashes, killing at least one
A Czech army helicopter carrying five troops crashed in the Eastern Czech Republic, the military said.
Lenacapavir will slow HIV infections if there's enough of it and it reaches at-risk groups
Lenacapavir is one injection, twice a year. It's a big improvement for people in high-risk groups, currently taking a pill a day against HIV infection. But its long-term impact de…
