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US wants Iranian pledge to halt Hormuz attacks — officials
Anonymous US officials told media outlets that Washington was looking for Tehran to publicly vow to end attacks on vessels in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Berlin hostage situation: Man holds woman in supermarket
A police operation is underway in Berlin where a man has taken a woman hostage in a supermarket.
Cuba suffers second nationwide blackout in five days
Cuba's electricity grid has crumbled amid a six-month US fuel blockade and already dilapidated energy infrastructure.
Apple sues OpenAI over stealing 'trade secrets'
Apple has accused the company behind ChatGPT and two of its former employees of misappropriating its trade secrets to benefit OpenAI's foray into consumer hardware.
Nigerian military rescues 46 abducted school children
The children were abducted some two months ago at three schools in the town of Orire in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state.
EU threatens Meta with hefty fine over 'addictive design'
A preliminary investigation by the bloc has found the social media giant is not doing enough to protect children using its platforms. Meta rejects the accusations, which could cos…
Mayor of Berlin says he won't run for reelection
Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner withdrew from the reelection race this fall. His decision to play tennis during the power outage in January was among missteps that has dented his reputati…
UK police arrest murder suspect in Ann Widdecombe's death
Police in southwest England say they have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murdering politician Ann Widdecombe. Based on initial inquiries, they were not treating the ca…
Trump signals support for Patriot production in Ukraine
US President Donald Trump says he may let Ukraine produce Patriot air defense missiles. Analysts welcome the move as a sign of support for the country — but warn it could take yea…
UK police open murder probe into death of Reform UK's Ann Widdecombe
Police in Britain have launched a murder investigation after finding politician Ann Widdecombe dead with serious injuries in her home. They said nothing about a potential motive o…
Ukraine's Bidnyi 'outraged' by Russia's Olympic return
In exclusive comments to DW, Ukraine's sports minister, Matviy Bidnyi, said he is outraged by the IOC opening the door to Russia's return to the Olympics
Spain: Wildfire kills several amid heat wave
The victims include British and other foreign nationals, authorities have said. The Spanish royal family and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed their deep sorrow over the loss…
Passenger partly sucked from Ryanair plane during flight
A man was nearly sucked out the cabin window on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany. An initial loud bang was followed by a desperate rescue effort to save the passenger.
When London stank to high heaven
In 1858, London sweltered through an unbearable heat wave. The River Thames reeked so badly it left people gasping for air. "The Great Stink" went down in history — and ultimately…
Vietnam's baby bonuses unlikely to stop the aging clock
Vietnam has joined Southeast Asia's push to raise birth rates, but experts say the greater challenge lies in adapting economies and welfare systems to an aging population.
China retrieves booster in reusable rocket breakthrough
China has joined the small group of space powers that can now recover an orbital-class booster rocket. Developers of the landing method turned to a striking alternative to that us…
Vegan pregnancy tests and other eco wins this week
Keeping cool in the heat with a millennia-old tradition in India, a German company making animal-free medical tests, and building from bottles in Mozambique.
Why the World Cup can be good for your mental health
The World Cup can offer more than just entertainment, it can also benefit your mental well-being. DW explains why.
Germany: Bundestag passes controversial healthcare reform
The cost-cutting package passed Germany's lower house, with protests against it expected to take place. Elsewhere, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will meet his Slovenian counter…
Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech
Dieter Schwarz made his fortune from supermarkets, becoming Germany's wealthiest person. Now he wants to take on Google, Microsoft and Amazon and an entire region stands to benefi…
Ukrainian drone strikes ignite fires at Russian oil sites
An overnight assault reached key oil facilities in southern Russia, adding pressure to a fuel network already strained by repeated Ukrainian strikes.
What's behind Germany's World Cup woes?
Germany have endured three straight disappointing World Cups. Experts say the reasons why are connected to football, but also to German society.
California’s largest lake is turning to dust
The Salton Sea is drying up, worsening air pollution for people living near its shores. Authorities are working to stabilize the lakebed and lock down the dust. But for some famil…
Germany: Bundestag to vote on health care savings
The cost-cutting package is expected to pass Germany's lower house. Elsewhere, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul will meet Slovenian counterpart Tone Kajzer in Berlin. Follow DW fo…
India news: Prime Minister Modi embarks on maiden trip to New Zealand
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is concluding a tri-country tour with a visit to New Zealand. On his docket are biltaeral talks on trade, commerce and defense. DW has more.
Iran war: Former supreme leader buried amid new escalation
Iran buried the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following six days of funeral proceedings and amid a renewed escalation. Meanwhile, some tankers continue transiting the Strait of Horm…
Bayeux Tapestry arrives in British Museum for historic exhibition
After nearly 1,000 years, the medieval masterpiece is back on British soil. The Bayeux Tapestry was transferred from France to London in a highly secretive operation and will be o…
Spain battles deadly wildfire amid heat wave
Spain has mobilized military emergency units to work with regional firefighters to control the blaze. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed deep sadness over the loss of life.
UK: Police attempt to remove loyalist bonfire 'hate display'
A loyalist bonfire in Northern Ireland was lit a day early before police could remove a replica mosque from its top. Political and religious leaders had condemned what organizers …
UK police: Mosque model on loyalist bonfire is hate crime
Police in Northern Ireland said the placing of a replica mosque atop a loyalist bonfire is a hate crime. Political and religious leaders have condemned what the bonfire organizers…