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US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.
Published: September 21, 2026 18:40
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.
Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda
Published: September 21, 2026 13:47
Rising electricity demand, shocks in energy security and climate commitments are reviving long-stalled plans for nuclear power across Southeast Asia. But proponents of nuclear energy still face formidable obstacles.
Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa
Published: September 21, 2026 13:42
A series of killings in South Africa has renewed scrutiny of efforts to combat violence against women. Activists say laws alone are not enough without effective implementation.
As US and China talk, middle powers jostle for position
Published: September 21, 2026 12:58
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.
India's road rage: When cars become weapons
Published: September 21, 2026 12:47
Road disputes are turning violent across India, raising questions about status and impunity behind the wheel for drivers of expensive cars.
US: Man wounded in Texas after being shot by ICE agent
Published: September 21, 2026 03:42
An ICE agent shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas. The city's mayor has called for an independent investigation into the shooting.
Peter Thiel: Power, Palantir, and the antichrist
Published: September 20, 2026 13:29
He was early to back Facebook, early to back Donald Trump, and is one of the world’s richest people. But from his theories on the antichrist and AI to his distinctive politics, Peter Thiel is hard to pin down.
Decolonizing perceptions about Africa
https://www.dw.com/en/decolonizing-perceptions-about-africa/a-79331178?maca=en-rss-en-world-4025-rdf
Published: September 20, 2026 06:32
A UN resolution to redraw the global map to project the African continent more accurately, national initiatives to decolonize schools and a campaign to present positive developments are changing the way Africa is seen.
Ukraine steps up measures to protect railways
Published: September 19, 2026 15:37
As Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's rail infrastructure, the Ukrainian government has called for help to replace destroyed locomotives and is making plans to keep passengers safe.
Iran's 'new Hezbollah:' How powerful are the Houthis now?
Published: September 18, 2026 19:22
After Houthi victories in Yemen, the group's importance in the US-Iran war has grown. Previously Lebanon's Hezbollah was considered most significant in Iran's "axis of resistance." Now the Houthis are rising to the top.
Airport malaria in Germany remains infrequent
Published: September 18, 2026 18:23
An outbreak of malaria at Frankfurt Airport this summer has raised alarm. Experts believe parasites probably arrived in a passenger's luggage. But with the onset of fall, the risks of contracting the disease are low.
Ever more Israelis moving to and investing in Cyprus
Published: September 18, 2026 15:08
Over the past three years, more and more Israelis have been purchasing property and investing in Cyprus, with many moving to the island permanently. How has this changed the Cypriot economy and how are locals responding?
Canada and EU: A look at the bloc's special relationships
Published: September 18, 2026 14:26
Though Canada may be some distance from Europe geographically, closer political ties are in the cards. With talk of an associate membership, DW takes a look at other arrangements the EU has with particular countries.
India: Are food safety rules too much to swallow?
Published: September 18, 2026 11:26
Recent raids at India's luxury hotels and a wider crackdown on its food companies have renewed the debate about food safety standards and their enforcement in the country.
Aztec manuscript returns to Mexico after two centuries, on loan
Published: September 18, 2026 03:07
For years, Mexico has demanded the return of a treasured manuscript. Now the Aztec relic is back home from France — but on loan.
Russian birth tourism to Brazil increases
Published: September 17, 2026 19:19
Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and stricter regulations in Argentina, more and more Russians are choosing to travel to Brazil to give birth to children, who will obtain Brazilian nationality.
A war-fatigued and anxious Russia picks a new parliament
Published: September 17, 2026 16:42
Fuel shortages, drone strikes and mobilization rumors are fueling anxiety and war fatigue in Russia. As support for peace talks grows among Russians, the Kremlin is watching closely ahead of parliamentary elections.
Exotic animal smuggling baffles activists in India
Published: September 17, 2026 13:18
Orangutans, rare reptiles and other exotic animals are popping up in India, suggesting the country is becoming a major destination for trafficked wildlife.
Fact check: How disinformation fuels Houthi-Saudi conflict
Published: September 17, 2026 12:51
As fighting between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia escalates, old and repurposed videos have flooded social media, with many presented as fresh footage from the front lines.
Serbia's President Vucic criticizes Kosovo war crimes verdict
Published: September 17, 2026 11:24
The conviction of four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has drawn sharply different reactions across the Balkans. Serbia has accused the court of failing to fully address crimes against Serbs.
King Charles, Earl Spencer clash over Diana death once again
Published: September 17, 2026 11:06
Buckingham Palace has rejected criticisms of King Charles III in a new book from the brother of his late wife Princess Diana. Earl Charles Spencer has been a fierce critic of his former brother-in-law for decades.
UK: Village votes to 'secede' in asylum center plan protest
Published: September 16, 2026 17:41
Residents of Piddington, a tiny, remote village in Oxfordshire in England, have staged a "referendum" on leaving the UK. They are objecting to plans to open an asylum reception center at a disused military base nearby.
Can Canada and the EU build a deeper partnership?
Published: September 16, 2026 16:50
Canadian Prime Minister Carney is known for standing up to US President Donald Trump. Now he wants to forge a "unique alliance" with Europe. But what could such a partnership look like?
Shock and anger in Kosovo as former president convicted
Published: September 16, 2026 15:59
The conviction in The Hague of former President Hashim Thaci and three former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has caused consternation in Kosovo — both among political leaders and on the streets. DW reports from Pristina.
British-American writer Bonnie Greer dies aged 77
Published: September 16, 2026 15:12
Chicago-born playwright Bonnie Greer, who became a familiar face in British political discourse later in life, has died. Her husband David Hutchins announced news of Greer's death.
How the Houthis are also putting Egypt under pressure
Published: September 16, 2026 13:56
The Houthis, a Yemeni rebel group, are expanding their control of maritime corridors in the Red Sea area. Their target is their avowed enemy Saudi Arabia. But the military moves also endanger Egypt.
Iran: Activists sound alarm as regime seizes Baha'i assets
Published: September 16, 2026 13:28
Rights groups warn Iran is increasingly confiscating assets from government critics and members of the country's Baha'i faith, but also actors, athletes and journalists living abroad.
Poland reaffirms support for Ukraine after drone strikes
Published: September 16, 2026 12:04
After Russia's recent drone attacks on targets close to the Ukraine-Poland border, Warsaw has doubled down on its support for Kyiv and pledged a "nonprovocative but serious response" to Moscow.
Congo's Ebola epidemic might have gone unnoticed for months
Published: September 16, 2026 11:49
The deadliest Ebola outbreak on record in the Democratic Republic of Congo may have begun months before it was declared in May.
Global Gender Gap Report: Women's hard-won gains 'fragile'
Published: September 16, 2026 10:05
Two decades of progress toward gender parity is at risk as women's political representation declines, according to a new World Economic Forum report. At the current pace, the remaining gap could take 120 years to close.
Kosovo ex-president Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
Published: September 16, 2026 09:58
A Hague tribunal ruled that Hashim Thaci, a former leader of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), is responsible for war crimes carried out during the war of independence with Serbia.
Kosovo ex-president Thaci faces Hague war crimes verdict
Published: September 16, 2026 07:28
A tribunal will rule if Hashim Thaci, a former commander of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), committed war crimes during the war of independence with Serbia.
Criticism of LGBTQ+ raids in Turkey is growing
Published: September 15, 2026 19:32
Several raids and arrests of LGBTQ+ persons in Turkey have triggered sharp criticism from numerous Turkish organizations — and also from Brussels.
Why do authoritarian regimes target the LGBTQ+ community?
Published: September 15, 2026 16:14
A recent crackdown on the LGBTQ+ community in Turkey is symptomatic of a wider rights regression, according to experts. It's worse under authoritarian regimes, but why is it such a popular policy for these states?
Saudi Arabia faces hard choices as Houthis gain in Yemen
Published: September 15, 2026 14:03
Saudi Arabia faces growing security and economic problems as it seeks to balance deterrence and diplomacy during its escalating conflict with the Iran-backed Houthis in neighboring Yemen.
Why the era of cheap government debt is over
Published: September 15, 2026 13:17
US debt has topped $40 trillion. How risky is the growing debt burden, and will investors keep funding Washington's deficits?
US allies in Asia alarmed as think tank calls for pullback
Published: September 15, 2026 12:32
Analysts warn that a US withdrawal from the western Pacific, as recently suggested by a think tank, would weaken deterrence and strengthen China's position.
'Woman, Life, Freedom' spirit lives on as Iran war drags on
Published: September 15, 2026 12:27
The 2022 death of Jina Mahsa Amini in police custody triggered a resistance movement in Iran. Four years later, the Iranian regime endures — but so does the legacy of the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests.
Netherlands: Suspected sabotage disrupts train services
Published: September 15, 2026 08:46
A major outage has hit parts of the Dutch railway system after objects were found placed across lines, authorities say. The company responsible for rail infrastructure says it suspects deliberate wrongdoing.
Europe launches two climate observation satellites
Published: September 15, 2026 07:28
The European Space Agency has put two satellites into orbit to take a closer look at the impact of climate change. One of them will focus particularly on plant life.
Arctic power plays: EU searches for a new strategy
Published: September 14, 2026 19:28
Russia’s aggression, Trump’s threats against Greenland and the race for critical raw materials are pushing the Arctic to the top of Europe’s agenda.
Trump seeks halt to energy attacks by both Russia, Ukraine
Published: September 14, 2026 17:59
Donald Trump, under fire for record US diesel prices, claims Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop striking energy targets. Russia said nothing, Ukraine said "we expect specifics from our partners" on any such move.
Ukraine, Russia set for new round of US-mediated talks
Published: September 14, 2026 15:18
New trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US could begin in October, according to Kyiv and Moscow. Few expect a breakthrough, but Ukraine is seeking a partial de-escalation to help it get through the winter.
IPO 'for the people' is out of reach for many in Nigeria
Published: September 14, 2026 14:12
Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it?
Nepal: thousands still missing as flood recovery begins
Published: September 14, 2026 12:18
The Himalayan nation is moving from rescue operations to recovery, facing a $4.8 billion reconstruction bill amid renewed calls for climate justice.
EU leaders urge unity after Russian strike on train
Published: September 14, 2026 12:12
Russia's drone attack on a train near the Ukraine-Poland border has triggered EU calls to up support for Kyiv. Allies of Ukraine should show they "are not scared," said the bloc's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas.
Pay to ghost your boss: Japan's resignation business
Published: September 14, 2026 10:36
Resignation agencies in Japan help employees leave their jobs seamlessly in just 15 minutes. Young people are especially eager to use their services.
Israeli minister accuses 'NAZA' filmmakers of 'treason'
Published: September 14, 2026 10:10
Israel's culture minister wants to strip the makers of a documentary on Israel's Gaza offensive of their citizenship. He accused the two of seeking "applause from antisemites around the world."
Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?
Published: September 14, 2026 07:50
Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.
Russians on the Goethe-Institut: 'Hostage to politics'
Published: September 13, 2026 11:50
Canceled language exams, disrupted plans to study in Germany, and the disappearance of an important cultural link: DW users shared how the closure of Germany's Goethe-Institut in Russia affects their lives.
A Romani artist in Hungary reclaims his identity
Published: September 13, 2026 08:16
Norbert Olah is an artist. He's also Romani. For a long time, he avoided making his ethnic background a theme of his art for fear of being pigeonholed. Then it became his focus.
Trump visits Ireland, says unification would be 'fantastic'
Published: September 12, 2026 11:55
US President Donald Trump's trip to Ireland to watch a golf tournament has also included meetings with leaders there.
Corals as climate archive: Are El Niños intensifying?
Published: September 12, 2026 08:53
Records from the past few decades show that, during this period, El Niño events have been frequent and often extreme. But is this normal, or is it the result of climate change? Corals can give us a clear indication.
Russia's drone war comes to Moldova and Romania
Published: September 12, 2026 06:27
Incursions by Russian drones into Moldovan and Romanian airspace are increasingly common. This week the Ukrainian president's plane was stopped from taking off from Chisinau. Observers suspect the attacks are deliberate.
DW exclusive: Zelenskyy offers to meet Putin at G20 in Miami
Published: September 12, 2026 05:46
In an interview with DW, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country was in a strong position to negotiate and offered to meet Vladimir Putin in Miami.