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China's tech rise reshapes the global space race
China is pulling ahead in global research rankings and expanding its ambitions in space. With growing technological leadership, Beijing is positioning itself as a rival to the Uni…
Japan's new joint custody law reshapes divorce debate
As Japan introduces joint custody, some couples find it easier to part ways. But the reform sparks debate over whether children's interests are truly central in a system still led…
Bundesliga: Kathleen Krüger takes over as Hamburg's head of sport
Hamburg have presented Kathleen Krüger as the club's new board member responsible for sport. She is the first woman to fill such a role at a Bundesliga club on a permanent basis.
Algeria's parliamentary vote raises questions on real change
Seven years after the pro-democracy Hirak protests, Algeria is electing a new parliament. Could the vote spark new political momentum or will it cement the status quo?
Canada to compete in 2027 Eurovision song contest
The Eurovision song contest is set to welcome another non-European participant: Canada. The country's finance minister said it offers "a platform for Canada to shine" at a time of…
Hydration breaks: The most controversial issue at the World Cup
The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond.
Sudan's RSF accused of crimes against humanity in el-Fasher
Amnesty International says Sudan's Rapid Support Forces militia committed ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity in its assault on the city of el-Fasher amid the longrunning…
German prosecutors arrest Rwanda genocide suspect
A German-Rwandan national has been arrested on suspicion of complicity in murders during Rwanda's 1994 genocide. He is thought to have been personally involved in the killing of o…
Ahead of NATO summit, Turkey arrests more than 200 activists
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Amid a strict public gatherings ban, 225 human rights and environmental activists as well as journali…
Activist arrests surge in Turkey ahead of key NATO summit
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Amid a strict ban on public gatherings, 225 activists have already been arrested.
Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever
At least 1,028 people died during Spain's recent heatwave as the country endured its hottest January-to-June period on record. Scientists said the extreme heat across Europe was d…
Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economies
The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Success hinges on giving consumers an easy-to-use payment system without pro…
Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economy
The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Success hinges on giving consumers an easy-to-use payment system without pro…
Rebel Catholic group SSPX defies pope, consecrates bishops
An ultra-traditionalist Catholic group has consecrated bishops without papal consent, risking a schism with the church in Rome. Pope Leo had begged the breakaway Society of Saint …
Germany news: Raids on DFB, host cities over Euro 2024 perks
Police have raided DFB offices and city halls in a probe into the alleged misappropriation of Euro 2024 tickets. Meanwhile, Germany’s coalition leaders are meeting to hammer out a…
Police raid German Football Association over alleged misappropriation of Euro 2024 tickets. Follow DW live
Police have raided DFB offices and city halls in a probe into the alleged misappropriation of Euro 2024 tickets. Meanwhile, Germany’s coalition leaders are meeting to hammer out a…
Middle East updates: Iran, US to attend talks in Qatar
Representatives from both countries will hold indirect meetings in Doha to discuss the next steps of the deal that would end the war between them. Follow DW for all the updates.
How the US shaped the world: 250 years of power and policies
The United States declared its independence from Britain 250 years ago. Here's how the US's relations with other nations — and its global image — have changed since.
Germany saves forest from mining, US opens land to drilling
Germans have won a fight to keep a coal mine out of an ancient forest. In the US, the government is opening protected lands for drilling and development.
India news: Kotak to buy Deutsche Bank retail operations
Kotak Mahindra Bank will take over the German bank's retail, private and weath portfolios in India while Deutche Bank will focus on ultra-high net worth clients. Meanwhile, jet fu…
US lifts restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models
Washington had restricted Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 invoking national security concerns. OpenAI was also asked to limit the rollout of its latest GPT-5.6 model to vetted partner…
EU slaps €3 duty on low-value imported packages
The EU has moved to curb what it sees as unfair competition from mostly Chinese online retailers by imposing its levy. It follows a similar move from the US.
Global firms and German startups compete in realizing nuclear fusion
Companies around the world are competing to see who can build the first commercially viable nuclear fusion reactor. German startups are also in the race, supported by major corpor…
Nationality dispute: What does an Indian passport prove?
A passport controversy has reignited debate over how citizenship is proven in India, with voter-list revisions exposing systemic gaps and raising fears of wrongful exclusion.
US: Trump earned over $1.4 billion in 2025, led by crypto ventures
Trump's latest financial filing shows hundreds of millions in income driven by crypto — an industry that has flourished under his policies.
Venezuela: Death toll nears 2,000 as rescue hopes fade
After the quakes, almost 2,000 people are confirmed dead, and about 43,000 remain missing. Aid agencies warn of worsening hunger and disease amid an overwhelmed healthcare system.
Germany: heat wave is over, political fallout has just begun
After a major heat wave, critics say leaders need to do more for climate change adaption. Policymakers disagree on who's responsible to prepare Germany for extreme temperatures ― …
Germany's heat wave is over, political fallout has just begun
Following a major heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change. What can policymakers do to ensure the country is better prepared for extreme …
In Germany, political fallout from heat wave begins
Following a major heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change. What can policymakers do to ensure the country is better prepared for extreme …
Germany's heat wave has a political fallout
In the wake of the heat wave, critics say the government needs to do more to adapt to climate change.