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Elections, power and far-right extremists at AfD meeting | DW News
Germany’s far-right AfD concluded a two-day meeting that saw Alice Weidel tighten her grip on the party and acted as a springboard ahead of high-stakes elections. For more news go…
A safe place to age: Inside France’s first queer senior residence | Focus on Europe
In southern Lyon, the House of Diversity opened its doors in autumn 2025, becoming the first residence of its kind in France. Designed for LGBTQ+ people aged 55 and over, it offer…
Pension crisis in Germany – what happens next? | Focus on Europe
More and more young people in Germany are questioning whether their pensions will be enough to live on in the future. At the same time, many retirees are already struggling financ…
Norway's viral rowing celebration | DW News
Norway are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1998, and they’re taking the tournament by storm with a viral victory celebration that harks back to their Viking seafare…
Albanians hold mass anti-government protests for 35th straight day | DW News
Albanians hold mass anti-government protests for 35th straight day. Public anger over a Trump-linked project has turned into calls for the government’s resignation. #Albania #Trum…
Trump's Independence Day speech: What kind of USA is he selling? | DW News
On The USA's 250th birthday, President Trump used his Independence Day speech to warn against communism, while promoting his political agenda. But what vision of of the United Sta…
Police in Greece on patrol in Roma settlements | DW Reporter
In Athens' Roma settlements, police are implementing a new strategy involving constant patrols and strict checks. Roma people are calling it racism. Greece's Ministry of Citizen P…
Russia’s oil empire under pressure: Can Putin still afford the Ukraine war? | The Dip Podcast
Russia is one of the world's largest oil producers, so why are fuel prices inside Russia soaring to record highs? As Ukrainian drone strikes target Russian refineries and energy i…
Russia’s oil empire under pressure: Can Putin still afford the Ukraine war? | The Dip Podcast
Russia is one of the world's largest oil producers, so why are fuel prices inside Russia soaring to record highs? As Ukrainian drone strikes target Russian refineries and energy i…
Storm alert disrupts Trump’s July 4th celebrations in Washington, DC | DW News
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How to spot fake AI ads selling unreal products | DW Fact Check
Social media has been flooded with ultra-realistic ads that sell products which either do not exist or are not what they claim to be. From futuristic gadgets to sophisticated-look…
Fact check: AI-generated history videos — how to spot the fakes | DW News
Long gone ancient civilizations have come back to life. Black-and-white photos are suddenly animated, presenting us with a glimpse into history never seen before. Here's how to te…
Is Vienna’s housing model still working? | DW News
Europe's housing crisis is hitting cities across the continent. But one city is often held up as a success story: Vienna. It still has a large stock of social housing, and rents h…
In Turkey, is it femicide or suicide? | DW News
Aynur Kocak’s sister allegedly jumped from her apartment balcony to her death. Relatives believe she was murdered by her husband as Aynur sought a divorce. The Turkish state prose…
Firefighters battle wildfires in northern Portugal | DW News
Wildfires continue to burn across northern Portugal, with residents joining firefighters to contain blazes that have already scorched over 11,000 hectares in the Viseu district. #…
Venezuelans left 'frustrated' and 'abandoned' over quake response | DW News
More than 10 days after devastating earthquakes hit Venezuela, frustration is rising in the country over the government's relief response. Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodri…
America's quadricenntenial Independence Day celebrations | DW News
The United States is marking the 250th anniversary of its founding with nationwide celebrations. But what should be a moment of unity for the American people is proving to be more…
Divided we celebrate: America's 250th birthday | DW News
As America marks 250 years, record heat has forced some parades to be canceled - but the deeper question is whether the country can still celebrate a common idea of itself. #ameri…
Mass crowds gather in Tehran as six-day funeral for killed supreme leader begins | DW News
Millions of Iranians, as well as officials from dozens of countries, are taking part in funeral events for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Days of public mourning be…
German far right rallies ahead of key elections, despite protests and clashes | DW News
Germany’s far-right AfD is holding its national party conference amid huge demonstrations. Non-violent resistance groups blocked roads leading to the venue in Erfurt, eastern Germ…
Ukraine strikes Russian oil terminal near St. Petersburg | DW News
President Zelenskyy said Ukraine's long-range drones struck port oil infrastructure near St. Petersburg that helps finance Russia's war effort. Russian authorities confirmed attac…
German police clashed with left-wing activists protesting the AfD's party congress | DW News
Thousands of demonstrators descended on the city of Erfurt in eastern Germany to protest against the party congress of the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD. The party is …
Pope honors migrants in alternative fourth of July message | DW News
The first US-born pope spent his home country’s 250th birthday meeting migrants on Lampedusa, preaching compassion for refugees and honoring people who have drowned in the Mediter…
Thousands gather for Khamenei funeral in Tehran | DW News
Iran is staging mass funeral ceremonies for late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tens of thousands of mourners gathered at Tehran's Grand Mosalla mosque complex, wi…
NATO member Poland warns of ‘critical months’ ahead as Russia threat grows | DW News
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the coming months could be "critical", as Warsaw prepares for what he calls "various scenarios" involving Russia. The US has reportedly warn…
The controversial World Cup sponsor that came out of nowhere | DW News
Founded just months before the FIFA World Cup, prediction marketplace ADI Predictstreet is already one of the tournament's biggest sponsors. But its rapid rise, regulatory scrutin…
Skywriter traces 'USA 250th' above entire state of Ohio | DW News
A pilot has traced the words "USA 250th" above the entire US state of Ohio to mark the US' 250th anniversary, according to flight-tracking data. According to flight logs, the airc…
Portugal’s 'Golden Visa' fails to deliver | DW News
For years, Portugal sold a dream: Invest, move, maybe even get a passport later. But with huge backlogs and tougher rules, that dream is now stuck in limbo. #Portugal #GoldenVisa …
US Democratic socialists — a moment or a movement? | DW News
Why are Democratic socialists in the US suddenly winning primaries across different states? #USA #DemocraticSocialists #Mamdani #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ …
Latvian President: NATO must focus on actual capabilities | DW News
Ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, Latvia’s President Edgars Rinkevics says the alliance must now focus on actual defense capabilities. NATO countries agreed on a common defense …