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Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump says he has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and put an end to hostilities.
Germany's FM Wadephul meets Lavrov on UNGA sidelines
It's the first such meeting since Russia launched the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. DW has the latest.
Pakistan: Suicide attack at police stop kills at least 11
The blast was claimed by the Pakistani Taliban, which has stepped up attacks on Pakistani security forces in recent years.
China rejects 'Cold War mindset' at UN General Assembly
Beijing called on the US to "immediately" lift its blockade against Cuba, advocated for post-conflict reconstruction of Gaza, and said the sovereignty of Middle Eastern nations "s…
German Olympic Committee names Munich as bid city choice
Munich has been voted as the city that will bid for the Olympics in 2036, 2040 or 2044. Berlin had been in the running but withdrew on Thursday.
Russian classroom propaganda glorifies dying for your country, students say
The Russian government has stepped up its efforts to spread patriotic propaganda in schools. DW spoke to students about textbooks that portray the West as hostile and promote sacr…
Russian classroom propaganda promotes dying for country, students say
The Russian government has stepped up its efforts to spread patriotic propaganda in schools. DW spoke to students about textbooks that portray the West as hostile and promote sacr…
Russian students: Propaganda in school prepares them to die
The Russian government wants children to learn about patriotism from an early age. DW spoke to students in Siberia about their views on propaganda at school on the war in Ukraine …
Propaganda in Russian schools prepares students to die
The Russian government wants children to learn about patriotism from an early age. DW spoke to students in Siberia about their views on propaganda, the war in Ukraine and their fu…
Propaganda in Russian schools prepares students to die for their country
The Russian government wants children to learn about patriotism from an early age. DW spoke to students in Siberia about their views on propaganda, the war in Ukraine and their fu…
Paris: Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass before huge crowd
The pope addressed around 700,000 people during a Mass at the Place de la Concorde, near the Champs-Elysees. Leo XIV is on a four-day visit to France.
Paris: Pope Leo XIV to celebrate Mass before huge crowd
Around 600,000 people have registered to attend a Mass at the Place de la Concorde, near the Champs-Elysees. Pope Leo XIV is on a four-day visit to France.
South Korea's gender pay gap grows as women get older
A new report shows how in South Korea, women on average earn less and have fewer employment opportunities throughout their lives.
Deadly blast rips through Athens building, near Acropolis
Several foreign tourists remain missing after an explosion brought down a building in Athens' tourist area of Plaka, with the city's mayor calling it an "incredible disaster."
Germany news: EU ministers meet for migration showdown
European interior ministers hold migration talks in Munich as the bloc plans to strengthen borders and speed up deportations. Also, will Cologne or Munich win the battle to bid fo…
India news: New Delhi, Islamabad trade accusations at UN General Assembly
Shehbaz Sharif criticized India's policy on Kashmir and praised Pakistan's military, while New Delhi accused Islamabad of supporting cross-border terrorism. DW has more.
Thailand: Bangkok flooding triggers disaster declaration
Rainfall over the past three days has caused heavy flooding in the Thai capital. A state of disaster has been declared in all 50 districts in Bangkok.
OpenAI tools post user images from ChatGPT online
OpenAI said it found 53 cases in which user-uploaded image links on ChatGPT were shared with third-party websites. The company said it had removed most of these links.
White House bars CNN from covering upcoming Trump trip, broadcaster says
CNN said its journalists have been barred from accompanying President Donald Trump on his upcoming trip to Tennessee. The episode marks the Trump administration's latest salvo aga…
TikTok agrees to settle with Alabama state over teen safety
The settlement involves TikTok adding several child safety measures to its platform including time limits and increased parental control. It is similar to a recent settlement comp…
DW shows solidarity with Georgians' commitment to democracy
Cultural and media professionals in Georgia remain under threat. A DW panel brings together insiders who share their hopes and fears.
Bundesliga, other top European leagues call for major FIFA reforms
The Bundesliga and three other leading European football leagues have said major reforms to world-governing body FIFA are "essential." However, they stopped short of calling for t…
Jürgen Klopp starts Germany job with shaky Netherlands draw
A late Netherlands goal denied Jürgen Klopp a win in his first match as Germany coach. The former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund boss has big ambitions, but the game showed he's …
Three-way battle for power in world chess: Who will be elected FIDE president in Samarkand?
The era of Russian presidents is coming to an end at the World Chess Federation (FIDE). Two Germans and one Kazakh are up for election. Among the issues at play are money, Kremlin…
After several difficult years, economists now expect German economy to grow
Germany's economy is growing again, but recovery remains on shaky ground. High government spending is keeping the economy afloat, while energy prices, a shortage of skilled worker…
Political psychology: Why extremist parties are thriving and what democratic politicians can do against it
Far-right and far-left parties are celebrating success after success, leaving moderate politicians in the dust and worrying many Germans. Political psychology helps us understand …
Could flattering AI make humanity turn on itself?
A study shows chatbots mirror users' politics, part of a broader tendency known as AI sycophancy. Researchers fear this could deepen polarization.
Germany news: Berlin officially withdraws Olympics bid
Berlin's decision to withdraw its Olympic bid means that only Munich and the western Rhine/Ruhr region are left in the running as potential Olympic hosts. DW has more.
Could a Left Party government in Berlin expropriate large real estate companies?
The socialist Left Party won the Berlin election partly on the promise to implement the city's 2021 expropriation referendum as a way to solve the city's rent crisis. But can it r…
China's 13-year-old swimming star raises questions on child athletes
Three gold medals and three Asian Games records have catapulted China's Yu Zidi, 13, into the sporting spotlight. She is far from the first teen prodigy, but should teens be compe…