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Why the bond market sell-off could torpedo debt-ridden economies | DW News
When governments spend beyond their means, they sell bonds to finance their debt. It allows countries to kick the can of balanced budgets down the road, until they hit a dead end.…
What do the US primaries tell us about the midterms? | DW News
The 2026 primaries are all but over - and both parties are making strategic gambles. Broadly speaking - the Democrats are trying to determine whether new energy wins out over esta…
'We don't feel heard': Young eastern Germans speak out | DW News
Why is a German state election making global headlines? As the far-right extremist Alternative for Germany (AfD) gains ground in Saxony‑Anhalt, young eastern Germans share what li…
Why China is urging a new security framework in the Middle East | DW News
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Egypt - his first trip to the Middle East in four years. Beijing is seeking to expand its influence as US partners in the region have been…
Germany fires Israeli ballistic missile in landmark test | DW News
Germany military official says they have successfully tested an Israeli ballistic missile in the North Atlantic. Germany does not currently have ballistic missiles in its arsenal …
Austrian women's ice hockey team fights for gender equality | DW News
Austria's top female ice hockey players protested against what they called unequal treatment by their federation — even threatening to boycott a historic World Championship. Now, …
US vs. Iran: Is the war back on? | DW News
After a month-long lull in fighting between Iran and the US, the two countries have been trading fire again. The US hit Iranian rocket launchers, Tehran retaliated by firing missi…
EU's Kallas: Leipzig attack "state-sponsored terrorism" | DW News
After Germany officially blamed Moscow for the failed attack on Leipzig/Halle airport last month, European foreign ministers meeting in Ireland say more pressure needs to be put o…
How the far right changed Europe's migration policies | DW News
Across Europe, immigration policies and rhetoric that were once considered far-right have made its way into the mainstream. The European Parliament passed a law in June that is co…
No crime called Femicide | DW News
Killed at home by her husband and in front of their children. Kenyan law calls it murder. Activists want it to be named femicide. Should it? #dwcurrentaffairs #violenceagainstwome…
What Joshua Wong's guilty plea means for Hong Kong | DW News
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong could face a life sentence after pleading guilty to charges of collusion with foreign entities. He was charged under Beijing's Nationa…
Is Germany at war? | DW News
Germany accuses Russia of attacking its infrastructure. Moscow fires back with threats. The question now: if this isn't war, what is it? #dwgermanpolitics #hybridwarfare #russiana…
Reports: German investigators identify two suspects in attempted terror attack | DW News
Authorities say a Russian and a Latvian citizen were involved in the failed drone attack at Leipzig airport last month. DW's political correspondent Simon Young explains what is k…
Are natural disasters getting worse? | DW News
A giant piece of ice broke off a mountain in Nepal and the subsequent flood of water, mud and rock moved as fast as a car on the highway. Are natural disasters like these actually…
Shein's reality check: valuation slump as IPO hits Hong Kong | DW News
Shein has made its long-awaited market debut in Hong Kong, but at a fraction of its peak value. Is the retail giant still in fashion, or is the party over? #dwbusiness #fastfashio…
Is Germany's electricity network under attack? | DW News
Germany has seen two sabotage attempts on parts of its electricity grid within 24 hours. One in the eastern Germany state of Brandenburg, near Berlin. And the other in the city of…
Why is Bangladesh running out of gas? | DW News
Bangladesh is facing a gas crisis, with demand far exceeding supply. Long CNG queues are costing drivers hours of work and income, while experts warn that the country's failure to…
How China’s property crisis changed the global economy | DW News
China’s property boom created enormous wealth. Its collapse braked economic expansion. Now Beijing is betting on EVs, tech and manufacturing instead — flooding global markets with…
Massive job cuts at Volkswagen? | DW News
Once a VW employee, always a VW employee - that was the rule for decades. Jobs were secure. But now, the company plans to cut 100,000 jobs and potentially close plants. Suddenly, …
US strike hits Iran wedding party | DW News
The US launched its first airstrikes on Iran in more than a month, saying it targeted IRGC forces preparing to deploy sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials say a US…
Why destroyed books are about more than paper in Ukraine | DW News
What if one of the biggest targets in a war wasn't a military base, but a printing press? After a Russian drone strike hit Ranok, one of Ukraine's largest children's publishers, t…
Why millions in Africa still lack power | DW News
Ethiopia built Africa's biggest hydroelectric dam in 2025, but more than half its people are still not on the grid. On a continent where energy from the sun, wind and other source…
CCTV captures rider emerging from inside bus after crash | DW News
A motorcyclist in Colombia ended up inside a bus after apparently trying to cross an intersection at high speed. CCTV footage shows him climbing out unassisted and walking away, l…
Giorgia Meloni to set new record as longest serving Italian PM | DW News
In a country known for political instability and frequent changes of government Giorgia Meloni has defied the odds. She is about to set the record as the longest continuously serv…
Migrants face a stark choice ahead of a crucial election in Saxony-Anhalt | DW News
As the far-right AfD gains support in Saxony-Anhalt, many migrants are questioning their future in the state. Some are considering leaving, while others hope their votes can make …
Nepal flood survivors return to shattered hometown | DW News
Families devastated by floods in Nepal are searching through debris for belongings while others still wait for news of missing relatives. #nepal #floods #floodsurvivors #dwcurrent…
Pentagon upheaval after Driscoll resignation | DW News
The resignation of US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has added to uncertainty inside the Pentagon. Seen as a champion of military modernization and reportedly at odds with Defense Se…
Nepal Floods: Survivors return to what’s left of their homes | DW News
Days after flash floods on Nepal's Trishuli River swept away entire neighborhoods, survivors are returning to see what remains of their homes. The river is rising again, and rescu…
Germany tightens measures against Russia after Leipzig drone incident | DW News
Germany has openly accused Russia of carrying out an attempted drone attack on Leipzig/Halle airport last month. It's the clearest attribution of the incident after weeks of growi…
How much leverage does the US have over its adversaries? | DW News
Washington is escalating its campaign to cut Iran off from the global economy and at the same time using sanctions to squeeze Russia's war economy. But a summit happening in Kyrgy…