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Cristiano Ronaldo walks out of Portugal camp
Cristiano Ronaldo has left Portugal’s camp after learning that he would not start the next Nations League match. Portugal's coach has denied reports of a rift between himself and …
Tennessee halts woman's execution after 'failed' attempt
Christa Pike was found alive and snoring, despite being administered two injections of a lethal drug. The state governor has ordered a review of the botched execution.
Germany news: Merz lauds NATO with Westphalian Peace Prize
At a ceremony to honor NATO, the German chancellor warned that Russia will threaten the rest of Europe if it isn't stopped in Ukraine. In other news, the German military will set …
Germany news: Berlin leftists seek to pave way for coalition
The Berlin Left Party, Greens and SPD are to meet to clarify controversial issues ahead of possible coalition talks. The second fuel tax cut this year has come into force as gas a…
Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% in ice volume in 2026
Over the last five years, Swiss glaciers have lost nearly 20% of their mass, and 2026 saw the second-biggest loss of glacier volume on record. Experts warn there could be no ice l…
Swiss glaciers lose of more than 5% in ice volume in 2026
Over the last five years, Swiss glaciers have lost nearly 20% of their mass, and 2026 saw the second-biggest loss of glacier volume on record. Experts warn there could be no ice l…
US military cuts generals, admirals by 20%, Hegseth says
The US defense secretary has also unveiled major changes, including a new drone command and an Elon Musk-led task force to assess the future of warfare.
France: Hundreds arrested as student protests escalate
Student protests have grown in scale and intensity, with violent clashes in some places leading to hundreds of arrests and dozens of injuries.
Gaza: NGO reports dire camp conditions, says Israel is moving 'Yellow Line'
The Danish Refugee Council alleges that Israel is employing "a policy of protracted displacement" in Gaza. It says the so-called "Yellow Line" is creeping west toward the coast, p…
Five EU states plan first deportation center in Africa for 2027
Greece, Germany, Austria, Denmark and the Netherlands are moving forward with plans to establish deportation centers outside the EU. An African partner country has reportedly alre…
France, Spain welcome idea of UK rejoining EU
During a visit to Spain, France's Emmanuel Macron said it would be "good news" if the UK moves towards the EU, with Pedro Sanchez also embracing the idea. UK PM Andy Burnham has n…
France's Macron, Spain's Sanchez welcome idea of UK rejoining EU after Burnham remarks
During a visit to Spain, France's Emmanuel Macron said it would be "good news" if the UK moves towards the EU, with Pedro Sanchez also embracing the idea. UK PM Andy Burnham has n…
Are the Houthis winning against Saudi Arabia?
It's unclear how the Saudis can defuse the threat presented by the Houthis in next-door Yemen or who they can turn to for help. The US isn't interested, the Europeans are hedging …
Germany debates alleged antisemitism in the Left Party
The Central Council of Jews in Germany thinks the Left Party is dangerous. Other Jews, however, are showing solidarity with the party. How does that add up?
African leaders herald $16B Dangote oil refinery in Kenya
An oil refinery on Kenya's coast is expected to be completed in 40 months, and will process an estimated 700,000 barrels of oil per day. Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, will …
Germany raises Deutschlandticket price to €66.80 a month from 2027 under new cost-based formula
A new cost-based formula has pushed up the price of Germany's nationwide public transport pass for 2027.
Iran's nuclear program remains shrouded in mystery as the regime debates ditching non-proliferation
Iran's nuclear program is entering a critical phase as Tehran debates dropping out of a nuclear non-proliferation treaty. Satellite images also show activity at known nuclear site…
Lawyer of Junaid Hafeez, a Pakistai scholar imprisoned for 13 years, is hopeful for his release
A former Fullbright scholar, Junaid Hafeez was sentenced to death under Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws. His family and lawyer told DW there is now hope a court will overt…
The lawyer of Junaid Hafeez, a Fullbright scholar imprisoned for 13 years in a Pakistani jail, tells DW he is hopeful for his release
A former Fullbright scholar, Junaid Hafeez was sentenced to death under Pakistan's controversial blasphemy laws. His family and lawyer told DW there is now hope a court will overt…
Manchester City Premier League charges: What do they mean?
Since being bought by the UAE in 2008, Manchester City have become one of the world's most successful football clubs. A raft of serious financial charges threatens to undermine th…
Servers at Munich's iconic Oktoberfest call for more respect
Oktoberfest is famous the world over for beer, brass band music and Bavarian traditions. But staff at the Wiesn are also reporting incidents of racism and sexism. They're taking a…
Munich Oktoberfest: Staff call for more respect
Oktoberfest is famous the world over for beer, brass band music and Bavarian traditions. But staff at the Wiesn are also reporting incidents of racism and sexism and taking a stan…
Bosnia elections: Polls overshadowed by exhaustion, exodus and geopolitics as ethnic politics eclipse real problems
Bosnia goes to the polls on October 4 to elect several parliaments and presidents. While voters worry about the economy and emigration, the campaign is focused on ethnicity, expos…
Flydubai pilot investigated over possible attempt to crash Tel Aviv-bound flight
Israeli media say authorities are investigating whether a Flydubai pilot tried to crash a Tel Aviv-bound plane before it diverted to Saudi Arabia.
Is US President Donald Trump right to rename AI as 'Super Intelligence'?
Donald Trump thinks the name artificial intelligence sounds "fake" and has ordered US agencies to use "Super Intelligence" instead. Yet, tech firms and researchers have little rea…
Ireland will boycott Eurovision again because of Israel's participation, but the song contest is still expanding
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
Eurovision remains marred by geopolitics: Ireland will boycott again because of Israel's participation. Still, the song contest is expanding
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
Eurovision seeks to expand brand despite frictions
The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest was marred by boycotts in protest against Israel's participation in the midst of its war on Gaza. It still aims to keep growing.
South Korea: Lost shark draws over half a million visitors
The South Korean port of Busan says that a stranded shark has become a major tourist destination. It's also named the ocean predator an honorary ambassador to the city.
Eiffel Tower chief Patrick Branco Ruivo to step down after female staff excluded during Hindu group's visit
An investigation found management failures led to female Eiffel Tower staff being excluded during a Hindu group's visit.