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OPCW takes samples from alleged attack site in Douma

The global chemical weapons watchdog has taken samples from the site of a suspected chemical weapons attack in Douma, Syria. The watchdog's access to the site comes after days of delays. Go to article

Tens of thousands protest in Hungary against Viktor Orban

Anti-Regierungs-Proteste in Budapest (Reuters/B. Szabo)

Huge crowds have rallied once more in Budapest against newly reelected Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Protesters accuse him of taking control of the media and turning it into his propaganda instrument.

India prescribes death penalty for child rape

Placard reading 'save my dignity I am your daughter' (Reuters/)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reacted to criticism that he did not deal with the recent rape and murder of a girl swiftly enough. India is trying to crack down on violence against girls and women.

Armenia: Protesters call for PM to resign

Police stand with shields in front of protesters in Armenia (picture alliance/dpa/A. Geodakyan/TASS)

Police have arrested more than 230 protesters attempting to block streets and stage sit-ins. Opposition leaders have described the president-turned-prime minister as a "political corpse," vowing to reject dialogue.

Armenia: Police detain dozens of anti-government protesters

Anti-nuclear activists file charges against Belgium

Atomkraftgegner gegen Kernkraftwerke Tihange und Doel (picture alliance/dpa/K. Nguyen)

An activist alliance has pressed charges against the Belgian state and the nuclear plants Tihange and Doel. The move comes amid growing fears of a serious nuclear accident among nearby residents in three countries.

Barbara Bush remembered at funeral in Houston

The funeral of former US First Lady Barbara Bush (Getty Images/D. J. Phillip-Pool)

The life of former US First Lady Barbara Bush has been commemorated at a funeral service in Houston, Texas. Her son Jeb Bush delivered a eulogy and told mourners that his mother was "beautiful" until the very end.

N. Korea announces nuclear, missile tests freeze

Images of US President Donald Trump, South Korean President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong UN on a television screen

In a historic move, North Korea's leader has announced an indefinite halt to its nuclear and ballistic missile programs. With major international summits ahead, Pyongyang is hoping to consolidate its diplomatic gains.

What 'heimat' means to Hofbräuhaus regulars

Amongst the thousands of tourists, the Hofbräuhaus in Munich hosts more than 120 regulars' gatherings — and the number is rising. DW asked what "heimat," or "home," means for them.

Germany's minister warns of anti-Semitism rise

"Anti-Semitism is becoming socially acceptable again," said Katarina Barley. Her statements came in the wake of an anti-Semitic attack that shocked Berlin.

Ostritz sees rallies by neo-Nazis and opponents

Two painted figures of women at the Peace Festival (picture-alliance/dpa/N. Holgerson)

The eastern German town of Ostritz has become the scene of a confrontation between neo-Nazis and their opponents. But security is high, and few incidents have so far been reported.

'White Angel' nun who stood up to Nazis dies at 103

Sister Agnes-Marie Valois, with state medals pinned to her chest, takes part in the 70th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid in 2012.

Sister Agnes-Marie Valois earned her nickname after she came to the aid of wounded Canadian and British soldiers in 1942. She stood up to Nazi soldiers and even stole German rations to feed Allied troops.

German minister in Iraq to promote repatriation

Germany is hoping more Iraqi refugees will return home with the assistance of a massive aid package. But a senior minister has traveled to Iraq to ask for something in return.

Germany must pay for soldier's luxury cruise

The Bridge Transatlantic Race - Arrival of the The Bridge 2017, a transatlantic race from Saint-Nazaire to New York between the cruise ship Queen Mary 2 and four trimarans.

When a German military attache in Washington was ordered back to the country, he decided to take his family on the long route home. A court has ruled that he is legally entitled to be fully reimbursed.

Tense standoff in Madagascar

Demonstrators took to the streets of the capital in protest of a new electoral law they say is too restrictive. The administration of President Rajaonarimampianina has been marred by allegations of corruption.

Queen Elizabeth II turns 92

An all-star line up has performed at London's Royal Albert Hall in honor of the UK's longest-serving monarch. It was only yesterday that her eldest son was approved as successor to the throne.

Swiss campaign against 'welfare detectives'

A man looks through binoculars (picture-alliance/ dpa Themendienst)

Switzerland passed a law allowing insurers to use GPS and even drones to spy on people suspected of committing welfare fraud. A small group has now launched a campaign against it, shaking up Swiss politics along the way.

High-level Hamas member gunned down in Malaysia

A man stands next to a large poster of slain Palestinian Fadi al-Batsh.

Fadi al-Batsh, said to be an expert on drones and rockets, was gunned down as he walked to morning prayers in Kuala Lumpur. A Malaysian official said the suspects and victim may have worked for intelligence agencies.

Switzerland: Duck snapped twice for speeding in 30km zone

India prescribes death penalty for child rape

German soldier must be reimbursed for luxury cruise, court rules

Armenia: Tens of thousands call for PM Serzh Sargsyan to step down after 'power grab'

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Stammtisch Gäste Episode 13 Damien McGuinness (DW/M.Koschyk)

Stammtisch - Is Germany cool now?

Birkenstocks, Muesli and Angela Merkel have gone from belittled cliches to sought-after brands. But are Germans as impressed with their own country? Podcast host Damien McGuinness discusses with Michaela Küfner, Naomi Conrad and Jeremy Cliffe whether the mood in Germany matches its positive image abroad.

Bangladesh: the limits of art in a climate of fear

Since 2013, Islamist assailants wielding machetes and knives have killed more than 30 people in Bangladesh. The targeted attacks on liberal bloggers, freethinkers and atheists have created a climate of repression.

Fussball 1. Bundesliga / 31. Spieltag / Hamburger SV - SC Freiburg (picture alliance/dpa/A. Heimken)

Bundesliga Matchday 31 roundup

A narrow win over Freiburg has given Hamburg hope of yet another dramatic escape. Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund bounced back from last week's derby defeat with a convincing win over Leverkusen, while Bayern beat Hannover.

An image released by Barbie shows dolls in the image of pilot Amelia Earhart, left, Mexican artist Frida Khalo and mathematician Katherine Johnson, part of the Inspiring Women doll line series

Sale of Frida Kahlo Barbie blocked in Mexico

A descendant of the painter has been granted an injunction against Mattel, who says it legally purchased the rights to Kahlo's image. Critics argued that the sale of the doll runs contrary to the artist's views.

Group picture of EU and African heads of state (picture-alliance/AP Photo/G. V. Wijngaert)

Migration study: Europe needs to understand Africa

How far should the EU go to reach its migration agenda? Researchers in Berlin looked at the cooperation between the EU and authoritarian states in Africa.