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These Indian workers are training the AI that could replace them
Imagine training the technology that could one day take your job. In India, workers are wearing cameras that record their every move to help train AI-powered robots. DW visits a f…

Deutsche Bahn: Time to learn from Europe? | DW Shorts
For many, Deutsche Bahn has become synonymous with chaos and delays. But that doesn't mean all hope is lost. After all, other countries have shown that troubled rail systems can b…

Hungarian lawmakers vote to oust Orban ally president | DW Shorts
Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment on Monday to oust President Tamas Sulyok. Prime Minister Peter Magyar has accused him of being a "puppet" of former Pr…

US uses sea drones in Iran attack | DW News
The US sent three unmanned speed boats to blow up a submarine and a ship maintenance facility in an Iranian naval base. A senior US official said the attack offers a preview into …

Protests in Maine after ICE agent kills man in vehicle | DW News
Rights groups have identified the victim as a 26-year-old Colombian man, authorized to work in the US. He was fatally shot while trying to flee from a deportation operation in the…

EU backs plan to ban trade with Israeli settlements | DW News
Most EU member countries have said they are in favor of banning trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The bloc had been under pressure to act as a whole, after…

Deadly floods leave Bangladesh communities underwater | DW News
A week of relentless monsoon rains has triggered deadly landslides and flash floods across Bangladesh, killing at least 50 people. More than one million people have been left stra…

What the 'Octagon' means for Egypt’s military regime | DW News
Egypt just built the largest defense complex on Earth, called The Octagon. While the government calls it a futuristic hub for national security, critics argue it's multi-billion d…

How will Lindsey Graham's death affect US support for Ukraine? | DW News
In the days before his death, Lindsey Graham traveled to Kyiv and urged tougher sanctions on Russian oil. For Ukraine, losing one of its strongest advocates with direct access to …

Vehicles swept away as Typhoon Bavi batters China
China’s eastern coast was battered by Typhoon Bavi, bringing intense rain and dangerous flooding. Eyewitness footage captured the moment floodwaters washed vehicles away in the ci…

Can Europe save Ukraine's air defenses?
After Russia's latest wave of large-scale missile attacks, Kyiv is struggling to maintain its air defenses. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is turning to his European part…

Russia strikes civilian infrastructure in Ukraine
Russia launched fresh attacks on Odesa and Zaporizhzhia, leaving several civilians dead and injured. A public transport depot, residential areas, were among the targets hit in the…

Major wildfire rages south of Paris | DW News
Authorities say the blaze has destroyed nearly 1,000 hectares of woodland in the Fontainebleau Forest, around 60 kilometers south of Paris. Journalist Diane de Vignemont speaks to…

More than two dozen killed in Bangkok bar fire: Were safety rules ignored?
Why were so many people unable to escape a devastating fire at a Bangkok venue? Witnesses describe dense smoke, panic and confusion as people searched for exits. Officials are exa…

Drone warfare: German startup draws on Ukraine's experience | DW News
Drones are reshaping warfare worldwide. Munich-based startup Tytan develops low-cost interceptor drones tested by Ukraine and Germany's military. #Drones #Germany #Ukraine #dwbusi…

US carries out fresh strikes near Strait of Hormuz | DW News
The US military released footage of fresh strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, saying it targeted Iranian military assets to stop attacks on commercial ships. Iran retaliated agains…

Are iPhones to blame for the fertility crisis? | DW News
Most people take their phone to bed every night. But could that habit be changing how we connect with each other? New research suggests smartphones may be affecting intimacy, dati…

How Germany is rebuilding to prevent another deadly flood | DW News
Five years ago, the Ahrtal valley was devastated by one of Germany’s deadliest floods. Now it’s preparing for the next one. #Germany #Flood #FloodPrevention #ClimateAdaptation #DW…

Ukraine struggles against Russian ballistic missiles | DW News
Kyiv says Russia launched 120 drones, 12 missiles and guided bombs across Ukraine on Saturday. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine's air defenses managed to intercept most …

Hostages to escalation? Gulf nations caught between Tehran and Washington | DW News
Weeks after a brief de-escalation, Iran and the US are once again locked in confrontation. As missiles and drones cross the Gulf, what are the implications for regional security a…

Deadly Bangkok bar fire kills at least 27 | DW News
At least 27 people were killed after a fire ripped through a Bangkok bar. Authorities say many victims fled toward the back of the venue as flames and smoke spread through the bui…

What Typhoon Bavi reveals about extreme storm risks in East Asia | DW News
China is counting the cost after Typhoon Bavi forced mass evacuations along its eastern coast. The massive storm is weakening, but forecasters say flooding and strong winds could …

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies leaving behind a complicated legacy | DW News
The senator of the US state of South Carolina passed away suddenly at the age of 71. He was a key ally of US President Donald Trump and a staunch supporter of Israel and Ukraine. …

Iran says the strait of Hormuz is closed while Trump insists it's not | DW News
The latest strikes between Iran and the United States began with another attack on commercial shipping. Now Iran says ships must follow its rules in Hormuz. The US says the strait…

Why conspiracy theories followed the US Republican senator's death so quickly | DW News
The circumstances of Trump ally Lindsey Graham's death are still being examined. But the online reaction has already turned geopolitical. Here’s what is known, what is not known, …

How VW's crisis could reshape the global car industry | The Dip
Volkswagen’s reported plans for deeper job cuts and possible German plant closures have turned into a warning sign for the wider car industry. The company is being hit by weaker d…

How VW's crisis could reshape the global car industry | The Dip
Volkswagen’s reported plans for deeper job cuts and possible German plant closures have turned into a warning sign for the wider car industry. The company is being hit by weaker d…

Heartbroken but proud: Norwegians react to England World Cup loss | DW News
Norway lost 2-1 to England and is out of the World Cup, but that didn't stop football-loving Norwegians from continuing the party. Thousands of fans honored their team with a 'Vik…

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 …