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Albanian PM defends €4 million Kanye West concert
Albania doubled down on hosting US rapper Kanye West, as several European countries have banned his performance. PM Edi Rama claimed the gig would generate €100 million in revenu…
East German doping victims still lack adequate support
Thousands of athletes in former East Germany were subjected to state-sponsored doping — and many still suffer lasting health effects. But support for victims is not enough, German…
Fact check: No, Iran did not strike a secret US Gulf base
With President Trump declaring that the ceasefire is "over" after fresh strikes by Iran, a video goes viral on social media allegedly depicting an attack on a US facility by Iran.…
Hungary public media reform begins with black screen apology
People tuning in to public service media in Hungary on Tuesday were greeted by a black screen and an apology. Peter Magyar has begun dismantling one of Viktor Orban's most potent …
Hungary: Black screen heralds start of public media overhaul
People tuning in to public service media in Hungary on Tuesday were greeted by a black screen and an apology. Peter Magyar has begun dismantling one of Viktor Orban's most potent …
US birthright citizenship ruling eases fears among Indians
The recent US Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship has eased concerns and reduced uncertainty for Indian families living in the United States.
Renewed US-Iran war would hit Gulf countries hard
After US strikes on Iran, Iran targeted US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have …
Renewed US-Iran war would hit Persian Gulf countries hard
After US strikes on Iran, Iran targeted US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have …
What's behind Hamas's move to dissolve Gaza government
Hamas plans to hand over civil administration in the Gaza Strip. Observers see this as a potential impetus for the peace process, but without disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, t…
DRC faces rising tensions over constitutional referendum
Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but has postponed planned …
DR Congo: Tensions mount over planned constitutional referendum
Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but has postponed planned …
Egypt's wrath after World Cup exit: 'The match was rigged'
Egypt were left seething by their narrow and dramatic round-of-16 defeat against Argentina. Coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of favoring the defending World Cup champions.
Germany reports 'shock' rise in drug deaths among under-30s
The number of drug-related deaths remains at a record high in Germany. And the victims are getting younger and younger. Many deaths are related to new and increasingly dangerous s…
Germany: 'Shock' rise in drug deaths among under 30s
The number of drug-related deaths remains at a record high in Germany with the victims getting younger and younger. Many deaths are related to new, increasingly dangerous substanc…
France's far right set to improve ties with Germany
France’s right-wing populist Marine Le Pen is running for President. Her chances aren’t bad. Her party, the RN, is already reaching out to Germany.
How Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the US
Iran's latest attacks show it can easily disrupt shipping, energy markets and draw in Gulf neighbors. DW asks how much leverage Tehran really has over Washington and if its high-r…
Germany: Police arrest suspect after Bavaria school attack
Authorities say several people have been injured following a reported attack at a school in southern Germany. Two girls were said to have been badly hurt at the school, where a te…
Germany: Police arrest suspect after school attack
Authorities say several people have been injured following a reported attack at a school in the southern German state.
Germany: Police arrest suspect after school shooting
Authorities say several people have been injured following a reported shooting at a school in the southern German state.
Pakistan: Rescuers find wreckage of crashed cargo plane
Rescuers located the wreckage of the 27-year-old Boeing 737 cargo aircraft that crashed off the coast of Karachi. Five crew members are still missing.
Pakistan: Rescuers scour sea for crashed plane off Karachi
Rough seas are posing additional challenges for rescuers seeking the 27-year-old Boeing 737 cargo aircraft. Radar systems showed the plane descending rapidly as communication was …
Assassin's Creed: Why pop culture is hooked to pirates
Pirates have captured our imagination for centuries. With "Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced," gamers can now head off on another pirate adventure. How has our concept of pirat…
OpenAI to launch 'strongest model yet' after delay
OpenAI is set to release its most powerful AI model series yet. The rollout was previously postponed after the US government raised concerns over potential cybersecurity risks.
Germany news: Doctor sentenced to life over patient murders
A Berlin court has handed Germany's maximum sentence to a doctor accused of murdering 15 seriously ill patients. Meanwhile, lawmakers are debating plans to expand digital investig…
Germany news: Doctor sentence to life over patient murders
A Berlin court has handed Germany's maximum sentence to a doctor accused of murdering 15 seriously ill patients. Meanwhile, lawmakers are debating plans to expand digital investig…
Germany news: Verdict due in Berlin doctor murder trial
A Berlin court is to deliver its verdict in the case of a doctor accused of murdering 15 seriously ill patients. Meanwhile, lawmakers are debating plans to expand digital investig…
The Australian tree supercharging global wildfires
As Europe experiences another summer of extreme heat and wildfire warnings, one tree imported from Australia is coming under renewed scrutiny across the world: eucalyptus.
The Australian tree reshaping the world's wildfires
As Europe experiences another summer of extreme heat and wildfire warnings, one tree imported from Australia is coming under renewed scrutiny across the world: eucalyptus.
US ICE agent fatally shoots man at Texas traffic stop
Authorities have said that the Mexican national was killed while evading arrest amid calls for an independent review of the evidence.
India news: US charges Lawrence Bishnoi in Sikh separatist killing
Jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi is accused of involvement in the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which sparked one of the worst diplomatic crises between In…