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US and Iran exchange strikes after assault on container ship | DW News
The US says it has launched a new wave of strikes against Iran after Tehran struck a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, setting it ablaze and forcing its crew to abandon i…
Public funding helps families pay the rent in Vienna | Focus on Europe
In many European capitals, the housing crisis remains a big problem. Vienna is taking a different approach by focusing on social housing. Even today, over 60 percent of residents …
Sexual abuse allegations at schools shake France | Focus on Europe
In France, school and daycare center staff are facing allegations of child sexual abuse. Hundreds have already been suspended. In Paris alone, authorities are investigating dozens…
Why are cases of violent diarrhea spreading across the US? | DW News
Thousands of people across 31 US states have fallen ill with cyclospora, a parasite that can cause severe diarrhea. Health officials are still trying to figure out where the outbr…
Why is the cyclospora diarrhea parasite spreading so quickly across the US? | DW News
A microscopic parasite linked to severe, sometimes "explosive" diarrhea has sickened people in 31 US states, with over 1,500 cases in Michigan alone. The illness, cyclosporiasis, …
Vigil held for Texas man killed by ICE | DW News
A community in Houston Texas is demanding an independent investigation after builder Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot by an ICE officer. While federal authorities say the o…
Why fleeing a wildfire can be deadly | DW News
In Spain, a fast-moving wildfire killed at least 12 people — several of them apparently while trying to escape. Authorities say some victims left their cars or ignored shelter ins…
Ye concert: Albanian PM defends paying €4 million in state money to host divisive rapper | DW News
While much of Europe has distanced itself from Kanye West over his past antisemitic remarks, Albania invested more than €4 million to bring the rapper to Tirana. Prime Minister Ed…
Albanian PM Rama defends forking out €4 million for Kanye West concert | DW News
While much of Europe has distanced itself from Kanye West over his past antisemitic remarks, Albania invested more than €4 million to bring the rapper to Tirana. Prime Minister Ed…
Why Kyiv is watching Lukashenko so closely | DW News
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko insists his country does not want to join the war in Ukraine, warning that Belarus would be vulnerable if attacked. But Kyiv argues Belar…
What Mojtaba Khamenei's warning means for the US | DW News
Iran's new Supreme Leader has vowed revenge for his father's killing, saying it “must inevitably be carried out.” Is Mojtaba Khamenei's warning directed at Donald Trump, Iran’s re…
ICE arrests of South Asians on the rise | DW News
Meenu Batra spent decades working as a court interpreter in the US immigration system. Then ICE detained her for 45 days. Her story shows why South Asians can’t treat immigration …
Satnam Singh Death: Farm Owner Sentenced to 16 Years | DW News
Italian farm owner Antonello Lovato was sentenced to 16 years in prison, after an undocumented worker, Satnam Singh, died at his hands. Singh’s death two years ago caused outrage …
Why so many Albanians hate the Trump-Kushner resort deal so much | DW News
Albania has faced weeks of protests – the 'flamingo revolution' - over a deal to develop Sazan island, a nature preserve. The developers: super-connected Jared Kushner, who has an…
Can this algae make animal testing obsolete? | DW News
A little-known algae could replace animal-derived ingredients used in medical diagnostics. A German start-up is developing animal-free pregnancy tests. 00:01 The Hidden Animal Cos…
How online betting is destroying young people's lives in South Africa | DW Reporter
Sisanda Lwana lost over 7000 Euros betting online - and overcame her addiction. Her story brings to light the dark side of the gambling industry. Artikeltext The dream of getting …
Taiwan's allies: 12 small states caught in US-China rivalry | DW News
Since the Chinese Communist Party declared the People's Republic of China in 1949, other states have had to choose — to diplomatically recognize the regime in Beijing or stay with…
Scars of one of Spain's deadliest-ever wildfires | DW News
Emergency officials in southern Spain say the conditions of a fast-moving wildfire that has killed at least 12 people have improved. But authorities fear the death toll could rise…
Has the World Cup made the US a real soccer country? | DW News
Across the United States, fans hoped the 2026 World Cup would cement the country's transformation into a soccer nation and inspire a new generation of supporters. But after the co…
Germany reforms its costly healthcare system | DW News
The German parliament has agreed to a shake-up of Germany’s healthcare system aimed at saving billions of euros. But the opposition and many health professionals say patients will…
How Iran war is highlighting data center vulnerabilities | DW News
A new chapter of warfare is opening. The US-Israel war against Iran has included strikes from both sides against an increasingly important target: commercial data centers. Facilit…
Why the EU's new digital border check system is causing massive travel delays | DW News
A new EU system is replacing passport stamps with biometric border checks. But as peak travel season kicks in, many airports are buckling under the pressure. Some passengers are w…
Egypt's national football team returns home to a hero's welcome | DW News
Thousands of fans turned out to welcome Egypt's national team home. Its World Cup adventure ended with a 3-2 loss to Argentina in the knockout stage of the tournament. It was the …
Thousands commemorate victims of Srebrenica massacre in Bosnia and Herzegovina Peace March | DW News
More than 6,500 people are walking 100 kilometers across eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina to honor the victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide and preserve the memory of those who e…
Does Trump actually have a new strategy for Iran? | DW News
US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is "over" but that the countries will continue talks. Can Trump really reset the terms of the conflict with more strikes? Do…
Zelenskyy unveils new Ukrainian special command for long-range strikes on Russia | DW News
Ukraine says its long-range attacks are increasing pressure on Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a new special military command dedicated to strikes de…
Fact check: The AI videos fooling World Cup fans | DW News
Millions of people have watched these videos this week and believed what they saw. One extra minute of scrutiny is all it would have taken to see they're fake. Let's debunk them. …
Report: Secret Service flags security of Air Force One Qatari jet gifted to Trump | DW News
The new presidential plane made a grand debut, before serious security questions were raised. The jet was gifted to US President Trump by Qatar and underwent a fast-tracked overha…
Can white paint cool France down? | DW News
France is turning to an ancient trick to fight modern heatwaves: painting infrastructure white. By reflecting more sunlight, these coatings can significantly reduce surface temper…
Australia tried a social media ban for under-16s. Can Europe make it work? | DW News
The European Union is weighing a region-wide social media ban for children under 16. The proposal comes amid growing concerns about the impact of social media on young people. Sup…