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German and US scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine for research on brain activity
Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel won the award for discoveries that provide new insights into how we might treat blindness, depression, addiction and dementia.
German and US scientists win Nobel Prize in medicine
The trio won the award for their discoveries concerning light-gated ion channels and optogenetics.
As rising seas threaten low-lying Pacific Islands, regional leaders call on the world to take climate more seriously
From rising seas to a growing pressure for climate justice, Pacific island nations have invited world leaders to Tuvalu to highlight the very real consequences of burning fossil f…
Israel's mental health crisis in the wake of Oct. 7 attacks
More than a third of Israelis have shown symptoms of mental health conditions, a report found. Three years after the October 7 attack, the country's health system is still struggl…
Israel observes October 7 anniversary with national memorial day
Israel is holding memorial ceremonies nationwide for those killed in the October 7, 2023 Hamas terror attacks and soldiers who died in the ensuing war.
Germany news: Left Party sues economy minister at top court
The Left Party is taking a case over remarks by the CDU's Katherina Reiche to the Constitutional Court. The coalition could face a new row over working hours reforms. DW has more.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez calls snap election
The Spanish prime minister had repeatedly insisted he would serve out his four-year term, with elections scheduled for 2027.
Yemen launches major military operation against Houthis
Yemen's internationally recognized government announced a new military offensive to retake Houthi-held territory after rebels cut a key road linking the city of Taiz with Aden.
India news: Top court hears petitions against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
The Supreme Court heard pleas against India's beleagured poll body chief over alleged unilateral decisions related to the large-scale revision of voter lists. DW has the latest.
India news: Top court to hear petitions against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
The Supreme Court will hear pleas against India's beleagured poll body chief over alleged unilateral decisions related to the large-scale revision of voter lists. DW has the lates…
