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Third suspect arrested after Barcelona attacks

Two vehicle ramming attacks in Barcelona and a seaside town have killed 14 people and injured scores. Authorities say the two incidents and an earlier explosion are connected. Go to article

Angela Merkel: Barcelona terrorists demonstrated 'contempt for humanity'

Deutschland Merkel Statement zum Barcelona Anschlag (picture-alliance/dpa/M. Kappeler)

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has issued a message of defiance after Thursday's terrorist attacks in and around Barcelona, which killed 14 people and injured hundreds. Many international leaders offered condolences.

Las Ramblas - the heart of Barcelona

Arial view of Las Ramblas (picture-alliance/DUMONT Bildarchiv/F. Heuer)

Las Ramblas, the heart of Barcelona, has been hit by a terrorist attack. The vibrant and lively promenade came to a standstill when a white van plowed into a crowd of pedestrians.

A chronology of terror in Europe

UK London am Tag nach dem Anschlag (Reuters/P. Nicholls)

Paris, Brussels, Berlin, Manchester and now another attack in Barcelona. European cities have been increasingly targeted by Islamist extremists in recent years.

Poland's passport redesign sparks diplomatic row

Poland wants to redesign its passport, and the country's citizens have some say in choosing the images it contains. But two of the options do not belong to Poland anymore, sparking a diplomatic row with its neighbors.

Extremism probe into elite German army unit

State prosecutors in the city of Tübingen have begun investigating whether right-wing activities took place at a farewell party for special forces in the Bundeswehr. It is the latest scandal to rock the German army.

The rise and fall of the AfD's Frauke Petry

Frauke Petry, the face of the nationalist Alternative for Germany, has suffered a blow to her political career weeks before the Bundestag elections. Even her AfD colleagues have dropped her as prosecutors ready charges.

Panic over Berlin crayfish invasion

Louisiana red crayfish, red swamp crayfish (picture-alliance/M.Woike)

A wildlife group has been receiving daily calls from people reporting marauding crustaceans in Berlin's Tiergarten. The invasive species are often seen scuttling outside the Spanish Embassy.

Call for action over diluted cancer meds

German activists have demanded tougher controls after thousands of patients reportedly received diluted cancer medications. Reports suggest the scandal can be traced to a single pharmacist acting out of financial gain.

Millions impacted by South Asia flooding

More than 16 million people in Bangladesh, India and Nepal have been impacted by the worst flooding to hit South Asia in many years. Aid agencies are warning of hunger, disease and more deaths.

US Navy fires commanders over deadly collision

US Navy Zerstörer USS Fitzgerald (Reuters/T. Hanai)

Seven sailors were killed when the USS Fitzgerald struck a Philippine container ship in June. The Navy has blamed "inadequate leadership" for the crash.

US, Japan boost ties amid N. Korea threat

USA | Japans Verteidigungsminister Itsunori Onodera und Außenminister Taro Kono treffen auf US Außenminister Rex Tillerson und Verteidigungsminister James Mattis (REUTERS/J. Ernst)

The United States and Japan have agreed to step up defense cooperation to deal with threats posed by North Korea. Tensions remain high in East Asia in view of Pyongyang's missile tests.

Infosys CEO resigns after rift with founders

Indien CEO von Infosys Technologies Limited Vishal Sikka (Getty Images/AFP/M. Kiran)

In a surprise announcement on Friday, Vishal Sikka resigned as CEO of IT giant Infosys, citing "increasingly personal" attacks by the company's founders. Shares in Infosys tanked following the news.

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Greenland: Land of ice on fire

Greenland, home to the world's largest permanent ice sheet outside Antarctica, is being swept by wildfires. Scientists say global warming and increased plant cover are likely factors.

Deutschland Bundesliga | Domenico Tedesco (picture alliance / Tim Rehbein/dpa)

How will the Bundesliga clubs fare this season?

Who will win the Bundesliga title, who will qualify for the Champions League, who will reach the Europa League and who will be relegated. Here are our predictions for how the 18 Bundesliga teams will fare in 2017-18.

Stuffed toy unicorn (picture alliance/J. Haas)

How the unicorn became marketing magic

The unicorn has taken advertising by storm. Consumers are snapping up any product associated with the one-horned horse. DW's Sophie Schimansky reports from New York City on the reasons behind the hype.