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Heat wave upends July Fourth celebrations across US
A dangerous heat wave has disrupted July Fourth events across the United States, including Donald Trump's flagship Great American State Fair, as the nation prepares to mark its 25…
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce tie knot in star-studded ceremony
The couple got married in a major star-studded celebration at Madison Square Garden over the Fourth of July weekend.
'JUST&T MARRIED': Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have tied the knot, publicist confirms
The couple got married in a major star-studded celebration at Madison Square Garden over the Fourth of July weekend.
NASA launches spacecraft to recover sinking telescope
The Swift telescope has been affected by recent solar storms and is sinking faster than ever, heading toward Earth. A NASA mission will try to capture it and boost its orbit.
Lyra McKee: 3 men acquitted of killing N. Irish journalist
McKee was killed while covering clashes between Republicans and police in 2019. Judge Patricia Smyth said evidence was insufficient for a conviction, while McKee's family expresse…
Maltese tycoon faces trial over Caruana Galizia murder
The Maltese businessman accused of masterminding journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia’s 2017 murder is in court — seven years after his arrest. Five other men have already been found…
Pope Leo defends US immigrant history at 250th anniversary
The first US pope said "successive waves of immigrants" played a role in shaping the United States, which marks its 250th anniversary on Saturday. Leo's remarks have made him a ta…
NATO summit: European members and Canada pledge long-term Ukraine aid
The NATO alliance's European members and Canada have signaled a readiness to fully take over the financing of Ukraine's fight against Russia.
EU sanctions Russian researchers involved in Navalny's death
The six sanctioned Russian scientists were linked to the production of epibatidine — the deadly toxin identified in the body of Putin critic Alexei Navalny after his death.
Germany: Merz rebukes Trump jab over defense at Baltic event
In a meeting with Baltic leaders, Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz played up Germany's defense spending. It comes after new criticism from President Donald Trump that Germany i…
Nigeria: US pulls some troops after anti-IS operation
The United States has withdrawn most of the forces it deployed for a recent operation against "Islamic State" militants in northeastern Nigeria, but it is continuing to provide in…
Free electricity in Australia, and the week's other eco wins
Germans save an ancient woodland from coal mining, Australia gives away surplus solar power, and how does a city become the world's best place for cyclists?
Jürgen Klopp and Germany: A partnership long in the making
In one of the worst-kept secret in football, the former Dortmund and Liverpool coach looks to be on the verge of becoming Germany's new boss.
Heat wave: European countries report 3,700 excess deaths
Thousands of excess fatalities have been recorded across Europe following last week's heat wave, especially among older people. In France, the prime minister is facing a no-confid…
Google, Amazon emissions rise sharply, driven by AI boom
US tech giants Google and Amazon have reported a strong increase in greenhouse gas emissions in 2025. AI data centers are behind the rise, challenging the companies' climate pledg…
Far-right AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Germany's far-right AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Businesses in eastern Germany warn that its policies could harm the economy.
Right-wing AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Germany's right-wing AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Businesses in eastern Germany warn that its policies could harm the economy.
Can inspectors return to Iran's nuclear sites?
The UN nuclear watchdog says inspections of Iran's nuclear program are possible in principle. The bigger question is whether Tehran will allow meaningful access.
Sudan: Catastrophe unfolding in el-Obeid: UN rights envoy
As summary executions, abductions, torture and sexual violence plague el-Obeid, Sudan, the UN's human rights chief said the world must take action to stop preventable atrocities.
Sick leave: Germany rising but not the worst in Europe
Sick leave in Germany has hit a new record, with workers taking an average of nearly 20 days off per year. As Chancellor Merz cracks down, how does the country's absenteeism compa…
Sick leave: Why German workers can't get enough
Sick leave in Germany has hit a new record, with workers taking an average of nearly 20 days off per year. As Chancellor Merz cracks down, how does the country's absenteeism compa…
Germany: Voters are skeptical of reform proposals
The German government is aiming to get the country back on track with a wide range of reforms. However, the latest Deutschlandtrend survey shows that the public remains unconvince…
Moldova: Prime Minister Munteanu resigns
Alexandru Munteanu announced his surprise resignation after just eight months as head of the government. President Maia Sandu said a successor would be appointed "quickly" in orde…
Iran: Dignitaries arrive for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Officials from China, Russia, India and other countries are in Tehran as Iran prepares to mourn the Supreme Leader, who was killed in an airstrike at the start of the US-Israeli c…
The downfall: Julian Nagelsmann out as Germany coach
The German Football Associationand national team coach Nagelsmann have parted ways after Germany's poor display at the 2026 World Cup.
Julian Nagelsmann out as Germany coach: The downfall
The German Football Association (DFB) and national team coach Nagelsmann have parted ways after Germany's poor display at the 2026 World Cup.
Germany news: Workers protest Mercedes-Benz cost-cutting
Thousands of Mercedes-Benz workers across Germany are protesting the carmaker's cost-cutting drive. Meanwhile, firefighters rescued two window cleaners from a faulty platform high…
India news: Indian delegation leaves for Khamenei's funeral
A team of Indian delegates has left for Iran to attend the state funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Follow DW for more.
Pakistan: Bus crashes into ravine, killing at least 40
Authorities say the overcrowded bus was likely speeding when it veered off a mountain road in Balochistan.
Monaco IDs suspect in bomb attack on Ukrainian oligarch
Authorities issued an arrest warrant after investigators identified a suspect in a bombing that injured a Ukrainian-born businessman and two other people. Media report that the su…