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The EU climate policy the world copied is under fire — what's at stake?
The emissions trading system became a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. Now industry groups are pushing back against tougher climate rules. How effective is the…
What's behind the Iran regime's 'revenge propaganda'?
Calls for revenge over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are growing louder in Iran. Through increasingly harsh rhetoric, the leadership is seeking to mobilize supporters at hom…
Iran war: What's behind the regime's 'revenge propaganda'?
Calls for revenge over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are growing louder in Iran. Through increasingly harsh rhetoric, the leadership is seeking to mobilize supporters at hom…
US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming
The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme C…
Ukraine lawmakers approve Koretskyi as new PM amid protests
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second Cabinet shakeup in a year. He faces criticism for dismissing reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Follow DW for more.
Ukraine lawmakers to elect government amid defense chief row
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second Cabinet shakeup in a year. He faces criticism for dismissing reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Follow DW for more.
Ukraine lawmakers to elect new government amid defence chief row
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second cabinet shake-up in a year, but he faces criticism over the dismissal of reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Follow DW for mo…
Germany news: Inland shipping under strain as rivers run low
Drastically low water levels in Germany's rivers has disrupted shipping on several major rivers. Meanwhile, police have recorded a striking rise in e-scooter crashes causing injur…
Germany news: Gender switch neo-Nazi sent to men's prison
Neo-Nazi Marla Svenja Liebich has been transferred to a men's prison after extradition back to Germany, despite being legally registered as a woman. DW has more.
UK calls for FIFA investigation over Argentina banner
Following their 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over England, Argentine players held up a banner claiming the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina. Political messages are banned u…
India news: Murders following romantic rejections increase
The stabbing of a Bengaluru student after she reportedly turned down a marriage proposal is among a string of recent murders across India that involve violence following romantic …
India news: India sees rise in murders linked to rejected romantic advances
A Bengaluru student's death after she was allegedly stabbed over a rejected marriage proposal is among a string of recent cases across India involving violence linked to romantic …
Iran war: US military attacks Iran for fifth night running
US Central Command said that a new wave of strikes was launched on Iran. It follows retaliatory strikes from Iran on sites in Jordan and Gulf states. DW has more.
Iran threatens regional strikes as US intensifies attacks
Iran has struck sites in Jordan and Gulf states after the US military widened its set of Iranian targets, including in the north of the country. DW has more.
AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up
Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it…
Will gold prices extend their record-breaking run?
Predictions suggest the price of the precious metal will keep hitting new record highs as investors seek a safe bet in turbulent times. Some forecasts say prices could double with…
East-West border death zone now Germany's biodiversity oasis
Many endangered species now live in the area that once formed the border between East and West Germany. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider recently visited the "Green Belt," a…
Could Russia be about to lose its grip on chess leadership?
Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. But now two Germans are vying for FIDE's top job.
Myanmar: More than 500 feared dead in capsized refugee boats, UN says
The UN has reported that two vessels carrying Rohingya refugees set off in hazardous conditions and are believed to have capsized. In recent years, thousands of Rohingya have atte…
Alcatraz boat capsizing in San Francisco leaves 4 dead
A three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination. Three people who were missing are presumed dead after a search-and-rescue operat…
Alcatraz boat capsizing near San Francisco leaves 4 dead
A three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination. Three people who were missing are presumed dead after a search-and-rescue operat…
Hong Kong police raid two bookstores, arrest five people
Five booksellers have been arrested in Hong Kong over the sale of allegedly "seditious" publications. Two bookstores have become the latest target in a continued crackdown on inde…
US strikes Iranian missile sites as tensions escalate
The United States has launched fresh strikes on Iranian missile and coastal defense sites after reinstating a naval blockade. Iran responded by warning it could disrupt more regio…
Trump administration replaces Philadelphia slavery memorial
The Trump administration has replaced panels at a Philadelphia memorial about people enslaved by George Washington. Critics argue the new exhibit presents a sanitized view of US h…
France's parliament passes assisted dying law
The lower house of France's parliament adopted bill for assisted dying. But the the government bypassed the right-wing dominated Senate and the law will instead go to the highest …
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes appeal to AfD voters
Germany's chancellor has insisted that his coalition has "regained its footing" — despite dismal poll numbers. Friedrich Merz also cautioned against voting for the far-right AFD p…
Germany: Chancellor Merz makes appeal to AfD voters
Chancellor Friedrich Merz insists that his coalition has "regained its footing" — despite dismal poll numbers. The chancellor also cautioned against voting for a party that is in …
Kenya: Court rejects Rastafari bid for religious freedom marijuana exemption
Kenya's small Rastafarian community was seeking legal permission to smoke marijuana under the constitutional right to freedom of religion. The judge found they did not show it to …
India-linked organized crime gangs pose global challenge
The Bishnoi case shows how India-based transnational organized crime networks have evolved into a global law enforcement concern.
Kenya's 'political gangs' fuel election fears
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027.