Norway: Huge fire destroys 100 homes, sparks evacuations
Published: July 18, 2026 19:25
Firefighters from other areas of Norway were drafted in to help tackle the blaze in the southern city of Drammen.
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Israel: How real is threat of gender segregation on street?
Published: July 18, 2026 18:45
An Israeli city, with a large ultra-Orthodox Jewish population, wants to separate men and women on certain streets. Israeli politicians voted to allow university courses to do the same.
Germany: CDU's Jens Spahn resigns amid surrogacy controversy
Published: July 18, 2026 12:03
Surrogacy is not permitted in Germany and the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) opposes its legalization. Spahn and his husband had their child through a surrogate mother in the US.
India launches first private rocket into space
Published: July 18, 2026 10:12
Lifting off from an island north of Chennai, the Vikram-1 rocket signals India’s plans to take a larger share of the market for commercial rocket launches.
Japan's superstitions make some homes hard to sell or rent
Published: July 18, 2026 07:32
Many Japanese people are reluctant to buy or rent homes where a sudden or violent death has occurred. To reassure prospective buyers and tenants, property owners are calling in "ghost investigators."
Amid elections, Sao Tome and Principe balances global powers
Published: July 18, 2026 06:02
As voters head to the polls, Sao Tome and Principe is attracting international scrutiny. A military agreement with Russia has heightened interest in the strategically located archipelago.
Gaza officials say several killed in Israeli strike
Published: July 17, 2026 21:29
Palestinian health and civil defense officials said at least eight people were killed while attending a funeral. Israel's military said it had struck a "terrorist cell" from the Islamic Jihad militant group.
Germany’s 5,000 heat deaths: What the numbers reveal
Published: July 17, 2026 19:11
More than 5,100 people in Germany died from heat-related causes this year until the end of June, the Robert Koch Institute reports. But how can researchers prove that someone died because of soaring temperatures?
Japan revises imperial succession rules, but still excludes women
Published: July 17, 2026 18:15
Parliament has adjusted imperial succession laws in the country, seeking to ensure the royal line endures, but maintained the bar on women emperors. A popular princess, Aiko, would be next in line if sex was no issue.
Why the US is going after the International Criminal Court
Published: July 17, 2026 17:02
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ramped up his criticism of the International Criminal Court in The Hague. His gloves-off approach could have far-reaching consequences for the tribunal.
Uganda halts school trips as bus crash kills 20 kids
Published: July 17, 2026 15:09
A school bus in Uganda has crashed during its return to Kampala from a trip to the Sipi Falls. The government has temporarily halted all school trips in response, as families mourn at least 20 dead children and an adult.
Sao Tome and Principe balances global powers
Published: July 17, 2026 13:15
As voters head to the polls, Sao Tome and Principe is attracting international scrutiny. A military agreement with Russia has heightened interest in the strategically located archipelago.
Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's next prime minister
Published: July 17, 2026 11:51
Andy Burnham was confirmed as Keir Starmer's successor as British prime minister. The former Manchester mayor became a leading figure in the Labour Party and one of the UK's most popular politicians.
Fact check: Trump revives US election fraud claims
Published: July 17, 2026 11:39
In a primetime address, US President Donald Trump alleged Chinese voter interference in the 2020 US election. DW examined the declassified documents behind his claims.
How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK's international role
Published: July 17, 2026 11:29
From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain's new prime minister on Monday. How will the former mayor of Manchester tackle international affairs?
Japan: Superstitions make some homes hard to sell or rent
Published: July 17, 2026 11:00
Many Japanese people are reluctant to buy or rent homes where a sudden or violent death has occurred. To reassure prospective buyers and tenants, property owners are calling in "ghost investigators."
Mandela Day: Has South Africa failed his vision?
Published: July 17, 2026 07:47
Three decades after apartheid, many South Africans say Nelson Mandela's vision remains unfulfilled. Inequality, xenophobia and anti-migrant protests continue to test his legacy.
Why Gulf states are investing billions in Africa
Published: July 16, 2026 19:09
Wealthy Gulf states are investing billions in African countries. But the nations involved all have different objectives. What's behind the investments and what's in it for African countries?
Monaco assassination plot takes a new turn
Published: July 16, 2026 16:04
A woman suspected of plotting to assassinate a Ukrainian-Cypriot businessman in Monaco has been found dead in Ukraine. Two men with ties to Ukraine's intelligence services have now been brought into custody.
Algeria: Fire at orphanage kills 11, including children
Published: July 16, 2026 13:55
A fire at an orphanage in the province of Algiers has killed 11 people and injured 19 more, authorities said. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed his condolences amid his trip to Berlin.
Why America's hospitals keep looking to India for nurses
Published: July 16, 2026 11:59
Thousands of Indian nurses aspire to work in the US, navigating yearslong visa backlogs to fill a growing healthcare workforce shortage.
The EU climate policy the world copied is under fire — what's at stake?
Published: July 16, 2026 11:33
The emissions trading system became a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. Now industry groups are pushing back against tougher climate rules. How effective is the scheme and where does it fall short?
Iran war: What's behind the regime's 'revenge propaganda'?
Published: July 16, 2026 10:04
Calls for revenge over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are growing louder in Iran. Through increasingly harsh rhetoric, the leadership is seeking to mobilize supporters at home while warning opponents abroad.
US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming
Published: July 16, 2026 09:47
The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme Court struck down its prior impositions.
Kenya: Court rejects Rastafari bid for religious freedom marijuana exemption
Published: July 15, 2026 16:06
Kenya's small Rastafarian community was seeking legal permission to smoke marijuana under the constitutional right to freedom of religion. The judge found they did not show it to be a necessary part of their worship.
India-linked organized crime gangs pose global challenge
Published: July 15, 2026 15:45
The Bishnoi case shows how India-based transnational organized crime networks have evolved into a global law enforcement concern.
Kenya's 'political gangs' fuel election fears
Published: July 15, 2026 13:38
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027.
The 10 dark days of Evian
https://www.dw.com/en/the-10-dark-days-of-evian/a-77966381?maca=en-rss-en-world-4025-rdf
Published: July 15, 2026 12:46
In July 1938, an international conference was held in Evian, France, to decide the fate of Jews from Germany and Austria. Almost no one in the world was willing to take them in.
Iran: Alleged Ahmadinejad plot highlights info war
Published: July 15, 2026 12:20
Reports that Israel explored a scenario to effect regime change, involving former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reveal how the Iran war has also become a struggle over narratives and perception.
Why investors are suddenly fleeing Indonesia
Published: July 15, 2026 08:13
Indonesia, one of Asia's biggest economies, risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle investors. Will the man who promised to deliver 8% growth rein in his ambitions?
Palestinians in Gaza: Stuck between Hamas and Israel
Published: July 15, 2026 08:08
Hamas is planning to transfer control of Gaza's civilian administration to Palestinian technocrats as part of the fragile US ceasefire. How is that affecting the daily lives of people living in Gaza?
Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushes for new government in Ukraine
Published: July 15, 2026 06:34
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stepped down after barely a year in office. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is already in talks with potential successors. What can Ukraine expect from the Cabinet reshuffle?
How Turkey's 2016 coup attempt changed the country for good
Published: July 14, 2026 19:00
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow the government of President Erdogan. The consequences of the failed coup continue to shape Turkey to this day. A look back.
US troop withdrawal from Iraq set for September, 30
Published: July 14, 2026 18:55
The planned US withdrawal is linked to the disarmament of influential, Iran-backed militias in Iraq.
US-Iraq relations: Can Iran-allied militias be disarmed?
Published: July 14, 2026 16:32
When Donald Trump meets Iraq's new PM today, they are likely to discuss disarming Iran's allies in Iraq. Some have already pledged to give up their guns. But is that likely? And will it influence the US-Iran war?
Ukraine parliament accepts PM Svyrydenko's resignation
Published: July 14, 2026 14:07
It comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moves to reshuffle the cabinet as Ukraine was "changing its political strategy."
Nigeria offers clues to new US Africa strategy
Published: July 14, 2026 12:13
The withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria after the killing of an Islamic State leader may be less about leaving Africa than redefining how Washington fights terrorism on the continent.
France arrests arson suspects amid Fontainebleau forest fire
Published: July 14, 2026 08:47
Firefighters are attempting to tackle a major fire burning since Sunday in the much-visited Fontainebleau forest, near France's capital Paris. Two people have been arrested for suspected arson.
Person killed in ICE-involved shooting in Maine
Published: July 13, 2026 18:09
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were involved in a fatal shooting in Biddeford, according to Maine's House speaker. It comes days after ICE allegedly shot a man in Texas during a traffic stop.
North Korea's actions near DMZ raise concerns in South
Published: July 13, 2026 14:42
South Korea has expressed concern that ongoing developments along the military demarcation line in the DMZ are a breach of the 1953 armistice agreement.
Iran: Life in limbo between war and ceasefire
Published: July 13, 2026 12:18
Repeated ceasefire violations, contradictory political signals and ongoing emergency measures have fuelled exhaustion, anger and deep uncertainty about the future among many Iranians.
Kenya: What impact will Dangote's new refinery have on the region?
Published: July 13, 2026 12:02
Is Kenya Africa's next major energy hub? A plan from Dangote Industries to build a massive refinery off the country's coast could reshape fuel supply, trade and economic growth across East Africa.
EU experts urges social media restrictions for kids under 13
Published: July 13, 2026 10:38
An expert panel has recommended limiting access to social media for young children across the EU. The European Commission is expected to present a proposal for legislation on the issue in the coming months.
Renewed US-Iran war is hitting Gulf countries hard
Published: July 13, 2026 08:01
After US strikes on Iran, Iran has targeted US allies in the Middle East. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have much to lose as fighting escalates.
EU set to approve air travel passenger rights package
Published: July 13, 2026 06:29
EU ministers are expected to approve a set of reforms giving more rights to air travelers. Among other things, compensation claims are to be made easier.
Sinner beats Zverev to retain Wimbledon title
Published: July 12, 2026 19:39
Jannik Sinner retained his Wimbledon title by beating Alexander Zverev in Sunday's men's final. The Italian claims his fifth Grand Slam crown and extends his dominance over the German to 10 straight victories.
France opens terror probe after gun found in Jewish suburb
Published: July 12, 2026 19:37
Police said they found a "military grade weapon" during the search of a suspicious car, parked in a Paris neighborhood with a large Jewish population.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy swaps out prime minister in reshuffle
Published: July 12, 2026 17:03
The president announced a government shake up and that PM Yuliia Svyrydenko would step down after a year in office.
EU defense remains heavily reliant on the United States
Published: July 12, 2026 12:37
There are many obstacles as EU governments seek to reduce their dependence on the US. DW looks at the European Unions's attempts to develop counterparts to Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, F-35 jets, and Starlink internet.
US: Reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One stories
Published: July 12, 2026 07:22
New York Times journalists who reported on security fears about the president's new Qatari-gifted plane have been called to court. The case raises concerns about press freedoms under the Trump administration.
Gas queues grow as Ukraine targets Russia's fuel supply
Published: July 12, 2026 05:03
Attacks by Ukraine have triggered a fuel crisis in Russia. Reports from across Russia show how residents are dealing with the disruptions in their daily lives.
Could AI help al-Qaida and other groups plan terror attacks?
Published: July 11, 2026 05:48
Followers of extremist groups regularly ask how AI can help them plan terrorist attacks. A new study suggests that about one-third of AI chatbots might help them, if asked the right way.
Poland could cut arms aid to Ukraine as WWII spat continues
Published: July 11, 2026 05:19
As Poland observes a day of remembrance for the victims of a Ukrainian nationalist military unit, there are increasing signs that it could cut off its neighbor from military aid, even as the war against Russia continues.
Cuba suffers second nationwide blackout in five days
Published: July 10, 2026 23:27
Cuba's electricity grid has crumbled amid a six-month US fuel blockade and already dilapidated energy infrastructure.
UK police arrest murder suspect in Ann Widdecombe's death
Published: July 10, 2026 17:18
Police in southwest England say they have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murdering politician Ann Widdecombe. Based on initial inquiries, they were not treating the case as terrorism or politically motivated.
Trump signals support for Patriot production in Ukraine
Published: July 10, 2026 16:04
US President Donald Trump says he may let Ukraine produce Patriot air defense missiles. Analysts welcome the move as a sign of support for the country — but warn it could take years before production begins.
UK police open murder probe into death of Reform UK's Ann Widdecombe
Published: July 10, 2026 15:47
Police in Britain have launched a murder investigation after finding politician Ann Widdecombe dead with serious injuries in her home. They said nothing about a potential motive or backdrop for the crime at first.
Vietnam's baby bonuses unlikely to stop the aging clock
Published: July 10, 2026 12:32
Vietnam has joined Southeast Asia's push to raise birth rates, but experts say the greater challenge lies in adapting economies and welfare systems to an aging population.
South Africa: Driven home by anti-migrant protests
Published: July 9, 2026 14:57
Two women tell DW how anti-migrant protests upended their lives in South Africa, forcing them to return to Zambia and rebuild from scratch.
Congo: UN laments uptick in fighting in South Kivu
Published: July 9, 2026 13:57
The UN human rights chief has called for an immediate halt to fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. This follows intensified clashses between the army and the Rwanda-backed M23 militia in South Kivu.
Iran after Khamenei: A new order takes shape
Published: July 9, 2026 11:40
Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader, has inherited a political system that his father spent decades building and shaping in his own image.
Is the Strait of Hormuz still Iran's trump card?
Published: July 9, 2026 07:51
Iran's latest attacks show it can easily disrupt shipping, energy markets and draw in Gulf neighbors. DW asks how much leverage Tehran really has over Washington and if its high-risk strategy could backfire.
Trump's support for Venezuela opposition head Machado wanes
Published: July 8, 2026 19:25
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace laureate MarÃa Corina Machado says she wants to return to her earthquake-ravaged homeland. Yet neither Venezuela's government nor the United States thinks that's a good idea.
Hungary: Black screen heralds start of public media overhaul
Published: July 8, 2026 15:56
People tuning in to public service media in Hungary on Tuesday were greeted by a black screen and an apology. Peter Magyar has begun dismantling one of Viktor Orban's most potent tools of power.
US birthright citizenship ruling eases fears among Indians
Published: July 8, 2026 15:11
The recent US Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship has eased concerns and reduced uncertainty for Indian families living in the United States.
Renewed US-Iran war would hit Gulf countries hard
Published: July 8, 2026 14:30
After US strikes on Iran, Iran targeted US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have much to lose as fighting escalates.
What's behind Hamas's move to dissolve Gaza government
Published: July 8, 2026 14:19
Hamas plans to hand over civil administration in the Gaza Strip. Observers see this as a potential impetus for the peace process, but without disarmament and Israeli withdrawal, the political transition remains stalled.
DR Congo: Tensions mount over planned constitutional referendum
Published: July 8, 2026 13:58
Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but has postponed planned protests following an AU mediation offer.
How Iran uses the Strait of Hormuz to pressure the US
Published: July 8, 2026 12:55
Iran's latest attacks show it can easily disrupt shipping, energy markets and draw in Gulf neighbors. DW asks how much leverage Tehran really has over Washington and if its high-risk strategy could backfire.
Attacks on Kyiv ahead of NATO summit: What is Putin's goal?
Published: July 7, 2026 19:46
Kyiv suffered heavy Russian strikes ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara. Experts say Russian President Vladimir Putin is trying to send a message.
How drones transformed Iran's Axis of Resistance militias in Lebanon, Gaza, Yemen and Iraq
Published: July 7, 2026 18:18
Drone production, technology transfer and training have enabled Iran's regional allies to operate with far greater independence. Has this network become too resilient to be dismantled through military strikes?
Conflict, climate change, cash-strapped: Why poverty persists
Published: July 7, 2026 16:45
With just under five years left to complete the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, a new report shows what's hampering progress. And what the solutions are.
Ghana: Uncertainty hangs over new government anti-corruption plan
Published: July 7, 2026 12:42
President John Dramani Mahama wants to build trust by strengthening public accountability. But governance experts say the success of the anti-corruption plan will depend on the consistent enforcement of existing laws.
Philippines' democracy tested by Duterte impeachment trial
Published: July 7, 2026 12:39
Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment in a trial that could shape the 2028 presidential race and test public trust in the country's democratic institutions.
Ukraine: Suspect in Monaco bomb attack found dead near Kyiv
Published: July 7, 2026 12:29
Ukrainain prosecutors say the body of the woman suspected of the bombing that targeted businessman Vadym Yermolaiev was found near Kyiv. Police said they had detained two individuals suspected of murdering her.
China's missile test builds on Pacific nuclear deterrence
Published: July 7, 2026 12:20
US allies in the Pacific condemned what Beijing has called a "routine" intercontinental ballistic missile test, which comes as China seeks to demonstrate its growing military capabilities.
Emmanuel Macron visits Syria, 18 months after Assad's fall
Published: July 6, 2026 19:03
The French president landed in Damascus on Monday evening. He's the first EU leader to visit the country since Bashar Assad's sudden downfall and the rise of former militant turned President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Senegal's power struggle: Referendum to decide on constitutional reform
Published: July 6, 2026 16:39
Senegal's constitutional reform, under which President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's powers would be reduced, has caused considerable political uproar. The public will now be asked to vote on the proposed amendments.
Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of abuse
Published: July 6, 2026 16:01
A Vienna court has convicted two former Syrian security officials, including the former intelligence chief in Raqqa, for offenses including torture and sexual assault against opponents of Bashar Assad's regime.
Can India, Europe build a clean energy supply chain beyond China?
Published: July 6, 2026 15:02
With China dominating every step of the solar energy production chain, governments in India and Europe are looking to reduce their overreliance on a single supplier.
Weapons of long-ago conflicts still haunt people of Laos
Published: July 6, 2026 14:46
As decommissioning teams seek out unexploded ordnance in paddy fields, forests and rural pastures, Laos prepares to host a review conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions.
From north to south, Africa braces for volatile El Nino year
Published: July 6, 2026 13:59
The World Meteorological Association warns that the El Nino climate phenomenon could bring drought, floods and displacement to parts of Africa later this year. Are governments prepared?
Students leave Gaza to continue studies, others in limbo
Published: July 5, 2026 16:28
More than three school years since the start of Israel's war in Gaza, more Palestinian students are restarting studies at universities abroad. Education has yet to return to normal, as schools expand online teaching.
Why US train travel lags behind Asia and Europe
Published: July 5, 2026 10:43
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.
Iran: Pressure on persecuted Baha'i community intensifies
Published: July 5, 2026 10:22
Arrests, torture, mock executions: War has seen the Iranian regime crack down on dissidents of all kinds. Members of the country's Baha'i faith have long been persecuted, but their situation is now worsening.
Albania PM Rama: Protests a stage for anti-Trump forces
Published: July 5, 2026 06:27
Protesters in Albania say their government is selling the country its nature out to foreign investors and luxury developers. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama tells DW why he thinks people are so upset.
The moral test US founding father Thomas Jefferson failed?
Published: July 4, 2026 19:19
Polish general and freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko presented US founding father Thomas Jefferson with a moral test. Historians still disagree on whether Jefferson passed or not.