Italy: Thousands attend anti- and pro-migration rallies in Rome
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A major submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and Berlin's interest in the Indo-Pacific.
A multibillion-dollar submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and Berlin's growing interest in the Indo-Pacific.
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Fact check: These FIFA World Cup ticket sites are fake
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Gold rush atmosphere at Berlin's military air trade show
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Nigeria: Abducted former general dies in captivity
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Film funding bill to support blockbusters made in Germany
The German government wants to attract more filmmakers and make the country a "global player" in on-screen entertainment. A new bill would require media companies to make mandatory investments in the...
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Iran war: Trump says deal with Iran to be signed on Sunday
Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon after the deal is signed. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had said the "finalization likely expected in the next 24 hours." Follow DW for more.
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Germany faces EU penalty over gender pay gap directive
Germany was required to incorporate the EU Pay Transparency Directive into its national law, but it has missed the deadline.
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US deports migrants, including Iranian activist, to CAR
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Germany: Vaping becoming more popular among young people
A recent study shows that e-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular among young people in Germany, with even elementary school kids picking up vapes. Health experts are alarmed.
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High-functioning depression: When success masks suffering
People with depression don't always feel overwhelmed or struggle to get things done — some are highly efficient and productive, despite their low moods. So it can't be that bad, right? Wrong!
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Hunger in Oleshky: Ukraine asks for evacuation
The Ukrainian city of Oleshky has been occupied by Russian troops since 2022. Many residents are cut off from the outside world and living in dire conditions. Now, Kyiv wants to rescue them.
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Iran war: Pakistan PM says peace deal expected in 24 hours
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the US and Iran are closing in on an agreement, with "finalisation likely expected in the next 24 hours."
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Iran war: US, Iran say peace deal near despite Hormuz attacks
After dozens of promised peace deals, Donald Trump claims an agreement with Iran is now close. Still, fighting continues in the Strait of Hormuz and the global economy remains captive to the conflict....
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Anthropic cuts top-tier AI access after US foreigner ban
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Germany news: Hopes high ahead of first World Cup match
Germany is to play World Cup debutant Curacao on Sunday at its first appearance in this year's soccer championship. And another German-French defense project seems to be in jeopardy. DW has more.
19h ago
Why India wants German submarines – and what Pakistan and China have to do with it
A multibillion-dollar submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi’s push for military self-reliance — and Berlin’s growing interest in the Indo-Pacific.
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International aid cuts complicate Congo's Ebola epidemic
The scaling back of development aid has contributed to the inability to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. German organizations are calling for a major spending boost to h...
21h ago
India news: 'Biryani date' controversy sparks debate on consent and entitlement
A viral comedy show clip has triggered discussions about whether paying for a date creates expectations of intimacy, highlighting broader concerns about consent. DW has more.
22h ago
Successive elections take a hit on Kosovo's coffers
Sunday's election in Kosovo — the third in under 16 months — is marked by a clash between former allies PM Albin Kurti and ex-President Vjosa Osmani, deadlock in the dialogue with Serbia, and obstacle...
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US, Venezuela say Tren de Aragua leader killed in strike
The leader of the Venezuela-based Tren de Aragua gang has died in a US strike, US President Donald Trump says. The gang has been labeled a terrorist organization by Washington.
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Andreas Rettig: 'You can't separate sports and politics'
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US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz endurance game?
Tehran is betting that its sanctions‑hardened economy can outlast the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Washington, meanwhile, is contending with elevated oil prices, renewed inflation pressure and rising glob...
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People new to Germany are often surprised by the number of public holidays in the spring. Pentecost is one of them, but its significance is not well-known.
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World Cup: Ghana's Partey denied entry to Canada
Thomas Partey, who has pleaded not guilty to several rape and sexual assault charges in the United Kingdom, has been refused a Canadian visa. He will therefore miss his team's World Cup game against P...
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Fast-track border checks, return centers, 'mandatory solidarity': What the EU’s new asylum rules could change — and what they may not.
Germany aims to further reduce the number of new asylum seekers. The reformed EU asylum law (CEAS) came into effect on Friday, but experts say it is unlikely to achieve all it sets out to do.
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Iran, US say deal to end war 'has never been closer'
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Germany news: Pistorius asks for time mulling next-generation jet FCAS replacement
Germany's defense minister says the government needs time to evaluate a bid for a new possible military jet project. A nine-year Franco-German endeavor, the FCAS, collapsed this week. DW has the lates...
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Iran war: Trump disputes leaked terms of 'deal'
The US and Iran have signaled possible progress toward a preliminary deal to end the war. Then the US president called Iran dishonest and accused it of misrepresenting the terms of a possible agreemen...
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German students up in arms about funding cuts
Germany's research minister Dorothee Bär says German students' situation is "very privileged" and has rejected reform of the Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG), in the process turning many studen...
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German court holds Google liable for fake AI answers
Judges in Bavaria drew a distinction between standard search engine results and AI-generated summaries. They ruled that tech giants themselves are responsible for the content of answers provided by AI...
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Pigeons' livers may enable magnetic navigation when the sun doesn't shine, study finds
A research team in Germany has published new data on how pigeons use magnetic fields as a navigation method when visibility is limited. A key part of the long-sought answer could lie in an unexpected...
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Germany deepens Taiwan ties amid China tensions
A German delegation, known as the Berlin-Taipei Parliamentary Friendship Group, recently visited Taiwan, drawing criticism from Beijing. Two lawmakers told DW the visit was important for expanding eco...
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What are Europe's alternatives to Instagram, TikTok and X?
As criticism of Instagram, TikTok and X grows in the EU, developers have been working on European social media apps. But can they compete? DW answers the key questions.
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Slovenia's political survivor Janez Jansa is back
The new coalition government of Slovenia's veteran leader Janez Jansa is already advancing divisive policies that some warn could deepen polarization.