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Germany news: Coalition agrees package to boost growth
Chancellor Friedrich Merz says his coalition has cleared a reform package as pressure grows to deliver growth. Meanwhile, a top court rejects complaints against the criminalizatio…
Fact check: Racist German fan petition story false
It has been claimed that following Germany's World Cup exit, some fans launched a petition seeking to ban "African" and "Muslim" players from the national team — and that DW repor…
Fact check: No petition against migrant national team players
It has been claimed that following Germany's World Cup exit, some fans launched a petition seeking to ban "African" and "Muslim" players from the national team – and DW covered th…
Thailand: Child crashes vehicle into group of monks
An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck belonging to his parents into a group of monks on a pilgrimage, police said. Eight were killed in the incident and 14 more were hospitali…
Does football need FIFA and its World Cup?
While the popularity of the World Cup continues to grow, its organizers FIFA have arguably never been less popular. So why does football still need FIFA? And is there any way out?
India news: Narendra Modi hosts Japan's Sanae Takaichi
Sanae Takaichi is on her first visit to India since becoming PM. She will hold talks with Narendra Modi to boost bilateral ties.
Why US trains trips are slower and worse than they should be
As flights get pricier and gas prices stay high, more US travelers are turning to trains — and hitting a system built for freight, not people.
US rail boom still lags behind cars and planes
As gas prices fluctuate and flights get more expensive, US Americans are rediscovering trains — only to find a system built to move boxes, not people.
Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 20 and injuring scores
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in what Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, said was the largest attack on the city since the war began.
Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 18 and injuring scores
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in what Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, said was the largest attack on the city since the war began.
Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 13 and injuring dozens
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in the massive overnight strikes, which damaged residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, Ukrainian officials said.
Hospital fire in northern Germany kills two, injures dozens
A fire at a hospital in the northern German town of Ludwigslust has killed two people and injured dozens of others.
Hospital fire in northern Germany kills two
A fire at a hospital in the northern German town of Ludwigslust has killed two people and injured dozens of others.
Google must pay record €4.1 billion fine, top EU court rules
The EU's highest court has thrown out an appeal by Google against a record antitrust fine. The tech giant had argued that the bloc was unfairly penalizing innovation.
Google faces EU top court ruling on record €4.1 billion fine
The EU's highest court will rule on Google's appeal against a record antitrust fine, after the tech giant argued the bloc unfairly penalized innovation.
Russia launches attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 10 and injuring dozens
Ballistic and cruise missiles and drones were used in the massive overnight strikes, which damaged residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, Ukrainian officials said.
Russia launches major drone and missile attack on Kyiv
Multiple explosions have been heard in Kyiv as Russian drones and missiles hit the Ukrainian capital.
War in Ukraine: Multiple explosions heard in Kyiv
Multiple explosions have been heard in Kyiv as Russian drones and missiles hit the Ukrainian capital.
US declines to renew USMCA trade pact with Mexico, Canada
Lengthy negotiations are expected as the Trump administration seeks changes to a trade deal with Mexico and Canada that has streamlined supply chains across North America.
Explosion in Monaco: Who is Vadym Yermolaiev?
Ukrainian-born businessman Vadym Yermolaiev was reportedly injured in a suspected assassination attempt in Monaco. Kyiv had previously imposed sanctions on him. What is known abou…
Ivory Coast: Nearly 60 people killed in flooding since May
Although the rainy season has only just begun, flooding has already killed dozens in the Ivory Coast.
How cryptocurrencies are changing global politics
Despite once dismissing them, Donald Trump made over $1 billion from cryptocurrency sales last year. But the digital currencies, and their lobbyists, are having an effect on polic…
2 arrested after apparent Empire State Building proposal
Two people were arrested in Manhattan on Wednesday after conducting what appeared to be a daredevil marriage proposal at the very top of the iconic skyscraper.
3 die during Mexico City World Cup celebrations
The Mexican capital was packed after the national team's victory over Ecuador, with three people dying near a landmark in the city center.
Chancellor's message to Germany's World Cup exit backfires
"You've inspired us," read a post by Chancellor Merz on X right after Germany's lackluster performance and early elimination from the FIFA World Cup. It is seen as a communication…
Germany's Merz and soccer: A PR move that backfired
"You've inspired us," read a post by Chancellor Merz on X right after Germany's lackluster performance and early elimination from the FIFA World Cup. It is seen as a communication…
Sony to stop making PlayStation game discs as of 2028
Sony says it will stop making physical discs for PlayStation games as more and more people buy and download online. But the move brings a definitive end to swaps with friends, sel…
How the cocoa price crash is crushing West African farmers
Cocoa prices reached a peak in 2024 before plummeting by nearly 75%, dealing a financial blow to millions of farmers in Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire. Will the crisis mark a turning poi…
Germany: Ukrainian national charged over Nord Stream blasts
A Ukrainian national has been charged in relation to a series of explosions which severely damaged the Nord Stream gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea in 2022.
Russia's fuel crisis: Is Putin under pressure?
Ukraine's extended campaign against Russian energy infrastructure is disrupting fuel supplies and military logistics. With shortages mounting in occupied Crimea, is the pressure p…