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In Saxony-Anhalt election, small parties will be kingmakers
The far-right AfD has good odds of winning an absolute majority in Saxony-Anhalt's parliament this state election, enabling them to govern alone. It all depends on whether other p…
Saxony-Anhalt: Small parties will be the kingmakers
The far-right AfD has good odds of winning an absolute majority in Saxony-Anhalt's parliament this state election, enabling them to govern alone. It all depends on whether other p…
Germany's civil society alliance takes on the far right
Trade unions, churches and human rights activists are worried about the rise of the far-right AfD. How can civil society protect people who are threatened by far-right extremism?
Germany's alliance against the far right
Trade unions, churches and human rights activists are worried about the rise of the far-right AfD. How can civil society protect people who are threatened by far-right extremism?
Nigeria: Suspected oil thieves dead after inhaling fumes
A Nigerian environmental group says that at least 37 people died trying to siphon crude oil off a ship illegally. Police acknowledged a fatal incident but gave fewer details, sayi…
Germany, partners aim to finalize 'return hubs' by year end
German Interior Minister Dobrindt said "technical discussions" were underway with countries outside the EU. He was meeting Danish, Greek, Austrian and Dutch counterparts to agree …
Germany aims to finalize 'return hubs' by year's end
German Interior Minister Dobrindt said "technical discussions" were underway with countries outside the EU. He was meeting Danish, Greek, Austrian and Dutch counterparts to agree …
Nepal flood disaster puts climate justice under spotlight
The devastating Himalayan glacial floods have raised broader questions about who should bear the costs and responsibility for the impacts of climate-related disasters.
How can African retailers compete with Shein and Temu?
Shein and Temu are expanding across Africa with low prices and vast product ranges. Businesses and unions warn the growth could come at a cost for local jobs.
How vulnerable is Germany's infrastructure?
The growing number of attacks on substations and railway lines in Germany is raising concern. Experts say that people will have to get used to the likelihood that such incidents w…
Romania prosecutors indict Andrew Tate for trafficking minors
The social media influencer has also been indicted for money laundering and sex with a minor. His brother Tristan has been indicted for complicity.
Majority of Germans see Russia as a threat
More than half of German citizens believe that Germany's security is threatened by Russia, according to the latest ARD Deutschlandtrend survey.
Two Reform UK officials resign amid donation breach reports
A Channel 4 report alleges that the party officials accepted foreign donations to fund three polls, illegal under the UK's electoral law. The allegations, which the party denies, …
Germany news: Police raid vehicle of suspected grid saboteur
A suspicious object that could damage power lines has been found near a German substation for a third time this week. Meanwhile, Germany and EU partners are aiming to finalize 're…
The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers
As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.
Serbia: How the funeral of Ratko Mladic is dividing a nation
As the Serbian government leaves the decision about Ratko Mladic's funeral arrangements to his family, international pressure on the country is mounting. How do Serbs feel about t…
Germany: Is Saxony-Anhalt's economy really struggling?
Germany's far-right AfD has long claimed that the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt has been left behind. Is that really the case? A closer look at the data offers some interesting i…
Why North Korea's women's football team is so good
North Korea's young footballers enter the U-20 World Cup in Poland as defending champions — the 2024 title was their third. Why is the isolated state so good at the game?
Why the North Korean women's football team is so good
North Korea's young footballers enter the U-20 World Cup in Poland as defending champions – the 2024 title was their third. Why is the isolated state so good at the game?
India news: ISRO launces first imaging satellite into orbit
The newly launched satellite will hover some 36,000 kilometers above Earth and is being called India's "eye in the sky." DW has the latest.
India launches first ever imaging satellite into geo orbit
The newly launched satellite will hover some 36,000 kilometers above Earth and is being called India's "eye in the sky." DW has the latest.
2026 Beethoven Festival evokes a sense of home
The motto of this year's festival in Bonn is "Home/At Home," featuring musicians from diverse cultures presenting pieces from their homelands.
Meloni government becomes longest-serving in postwar Italy
The hard-right government has officially beaten the record set by media tycoon Silvio Berlusconi. Meloni and her party are using the opportunity to celebrate and also rally for th…
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the…
Nepal: Two pulled alive from tunnel nine days after floods
Crews are racing to find hundreds more people still believed to be trapped after a glacier collapse triggered floods that killed more than 1,200 people.
Germany: Police suspect sabotage after another device found
A suspicious object that could damage power lines has been found near a German substation for a third time this week. DW has more.
Argentina: Milei reignites dispute over Falkland Islands
The Argentine leader said that a change in the US's position on the Falkland Islands could be coming, which would alter the US's years-long neutrality on the issue.
FIFA accuses UEFA of 'smear campaign' against Infantino
The dispute between the two football associations reached a US court, in which UEFA is looking for permission to collect evidence for criminal proceedings in Switzerland.
Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs by end of decade
The company will carry out the biggest job cuts ever seen in the industry. Volkswagen also plans to restructure and invest in research.
FIFA blames UEFA for 'smear campaign' against Infantino
The dispute between the two football associations reached a US court, in which UEFA is looking for permission to collect evidence for criminal proceedings in Switzerland.