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German police shoot machete-wielding man at university

TikTok meets EU deadline over reward-to-watch feature

Spain: Court reopens investigation in Pegasus spying scandal

Dozens dead, missing after migrant boat sinks off Djibouti

Evan Gershkovich: Appeal rejected by Moscow court

Middle East updates: EU debates Gaza humanitarian response

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Ukraine updates: UK pledges largest military aid to Kyiv

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an additional €580 million in new military supplies for Kyiv. DW has more.

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia's war against Ukraine has sparked a humanitarian crisis for the Ukrainian people and upended global food and energy security.

Demonstrators gather in front of the Palace of Culture and Science to attend a farmers' protest against EU climate measures and Ukrainian imports in Warsaw on February 27, 2024

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Africa

Rwanda's President Paul Kagame gestures as he sits at a desk with a microphone in front of him

Rwanda explained: From politics to human right to migration

Rwanda is "pleased" about the UK planning to send irregular asylum seekers. But many are concerned about the policy.

Asia

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping

China and India compete for influence in the Maldives

The landslide victory of a pro-Beijing party is likely to test the Maldivian president's tilt away from India.

Germany

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Germany's President Steinmeier calls for unity amid upheaval

A book by Frank-Walter Steinmeier titled 'We' searches for diversity in the face of division.

Europe

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British parliament passes Rwanda deportation bill

PM Sunak insists the first flights carrying migrants will leave within weeks, but legal challenges are expected.

Middle East

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Why the US might put sanctions on an Israeli army battalion

An Israeli army battalion, Netzah Yehuda, may, among other things, be excluded from receiving US financial support.

North America

New York University students at a pro-Palestinian event

Pro-Palestinian protests spread at US universities

Student arrests at several US universities have sparked outrage but protesters have also been accused of antisemitism.

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Iran-Israel tensions

Tensions in the Middle East have risen following strikes in Iran and Israel. World leaders are urging de-escalation.

EU extends sanctions against Iran

Is Iran developing a nuclear weapon?

Iran's president woos Pakistani premier amid Israel tensions

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Heavy rain, floods swamp south China

At least four people have already died and tens of thousands have been evacuated amid heavy rain and landslides.

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German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party

With the far-right AfD set to take more seats in upcoming elections, culture groups are countering "extremist politics."

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Ghana's cocoa farmers lament low earnings amid high prices

Though global cocoa prices have soared to a record high in April, farmers in Ghana are struggling to make ends meet.

Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult

How should Germany's traditional media deal with the far-right Alternative for Germany? Expose the party, or ignore it?

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How India is making new roads from recycled old tires

As the world's third-largest car market, India has a growing problem with tire waste. But some firms also recycle them.

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Africa's El Nino crises demand action and funding

The El Nino weather pattern is causing extreme weather events in East Africa, as well as crippling drought in the south.

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India elections 2024

India has begun voting in the world's biggest election, which runs from April 19 to June 1. Incumbent Narendra Modi is seeking his third consecutive term.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets during the unveiling of his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata party

India's Modi accused of anti-Muslim campaign hate speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has claimed the opposition wanted to take Hindus' money and give it to "infiltrators."

Supporters of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi wear masks of his face

How Narendra Modi transformed India's image and politics

As India kicks off its general election, Narendra Modi is on course to win a third consecutive term as prime minister.

Three women politicians in southern India

Indian election: Unlocking women's potential in politics

In the 2024 election, half of the registered voters are women. Yet only a small percentage are running for office.

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Gyros are Greece's street food classic

Gyros, grilled pork or chicken served in pita bread, is especially popular in Greece. What sets the best apart?

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A Nigerian museum turns waste into art

A museum in Nigeria is attracting visitors with decoration and works of art made from recycled materials.

A woman hugs a tree in an appreciative way in Uganda.

Uganda's world record tree hugger planting seeds for change

Climate activist Patricia Ariokot raises awareness of the vital role trees play in mental and environmental health.

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Instagram vs. reality: Does Prague live up to the hype?

Prague's many sights make it a tourist hot spot. But do images on Instagram depict the Czech capital as it really is?

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Germany's hardworking reputation: Myth or reality?

Germans have a reputation for being hardworking and disciplined. Is that really the case?

Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess champion and child education advocate, plays a chess game in Times Square, New York.

Nigerian chess player breaks world record

Tunde Onakoya played for over 58 hours nonstop, in an effort to raise $1 million for children's education in Africa.

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