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Merkel: EU reforms to include single eurozone budget

German Chancellor Angela Merkel and her French counterpart have vowed to introduce a single eurozone budget and emergency funding as part of far-reaching reforms. They also agreed to reduce the refugee flow to Europe. Go to article

US to depart UN Human Rights Council: reports 3h ago

United States Ambassador to the United Nations, at the United Nations Security Council in New York

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley is reportedly set to deliver the verdict along with the secretary of state. The reported move comes just a day after the UNHRC criticized the Trump administration's immigration policies.

NATO chief worried over Russian military tech 3h ago

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg speaks during a press conference during a Foreign ministers meeting at the NATO headquarters in Brussels

In an exclusive interview, NATO's secretary general has told DW that NATO needs to adapt in the face of a more assertive Russia. But he has spoken of his wish to improve relations with Moscow.

SPD seeks high ground in coalition attacks 2h ago

While Angela Merkel is locked in a bitter power struggle with her Bavarian allies, the third party in Germany's government has stayed quiet. But the Social Democrats are not above making populist noises on asylum policy.

Asylum benefits in the EU: A comparison 2h ago

Refugee registration in Germany (Imago/IPON)

The level of financial aid EU members provide to asylum-seekers can vary significantly from country to country. Germany, for instance, grants monthly allowances of up to €354. DW examines asylum benefits across the bloc.

Trump team keeps misrepresenting Germany 4h ago

The Nazis "were keeping Jews from leaving the country," Jeff Sessions has claimed. Meanwhile, US President Trump doubled-down on false claims about rising crime in Germany due to immigration.

Hungary to vote on Soros bill despite CoE plea 4h ago

An government billboard reads Stop Soros, says he wants to transplant millions from Africa and the Middle East in Budapest (Reuters/B. Szabo)

The legislation would criminalize aid to illegal immigrants and is punishable with up to one year in jail. Hungary chose to consider the bill before the European Commission was able to submit its conclusion on it.

Syrian admits assault on man wearing kippah 11h ago

A man wearing a kippah at the trial in Berlin (picture-alliance/dpa/P. Zinken)

The attack on two men wearing kippahs — also known as yarmulkes — on a street in Berlin caused outrage in Germany. The suspect is in court on charges of hate speech and grievous bodily harm.

Dresden police arrest serial molester 3h ago

Authorities in the eastern city have detained a Syrian man believed to have molested at least nine women. The 33-year-old assailant often followed the women as they left their homes early in the morning.

Trump amps up China dispute with new tariffs 13h ago

Containers are seen at the Yangshan Deep Water Port (Reuters/Aly Song)

US President Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on Chinese imports, raising fears of an escalating trade war. Trump threatened further sanctions should China — which accuses the US of "blackmail" — retaliate.

Trump’s economic boom stalked by trade fears 3h ago

USA Präsident Donald Trump beobachtet totale Sonnenfinsternis ohne Schutzbrille in Washington (picture-alliance/abaca/CNP/S. Ron)

The US economy is in excellent health. Unemployment is very low while consumer and business confidence is at record highs. Is Donald Trump a miracle worker, or is a darker vista waiting over the horizon?

CAR: Boris Becker's passport is fake

The Central African Republic says the diplomatic passport Boris Becker holds "is a fake." But a copy of the passport obtained by DW seems to counter some claims by CAR.

Russia send Egypt packing with quickfire trio

WM 2018 - Russland gegen Agypten (picture-alliance/dpa/Sputnik/A. Filippov)

Russia have beaten Egypt 3-1, thanks to three goals in 15 minutes in the second half. The hosts are virtually guaranteed a spot in the last 16, while Egypt now need a veritable miracle to survive.

Russland WM 2018 Polen gegen Senegal (Reuters/K. Pfaffenbach)

Senegal capitalize on Poland's errors 4h ago

Senegal have blown Group H wide open with a 2-1 win against Poland in Moscow. The first African winner of the competition so far profited from a Polish own goal and a back-pass gone very wrong indeed.

Russland WM 2018 Kolumbien gegen Japan (Reuters/J. Cairnduff)

Japan topple 10-man Colombia 8h ago

Bundesliga duo Shinji Kagawa and Yuya Osako both got themselves on the scoresheet as Japan triumphed over ten-man Colombia. They become the first Asian team to ever beat a South American side at the World Cup.

Indian Kashmir government collapses

Clashes in Indian Kashmir (picture-alliance/Zumapress/F. Khan)

India's ruling party has pulled out of a coalition that runs the disputed Kashmir region due to worsening "terrorism and violence." Analysts say the move is a ploy to help the party win national elections next year.

Critics: Media law shuts down speech in Egypt 1h ago

A meeting of Egypt's parliament (picture-alliance/dpa)

Earlier this month, Egypt's parliament passed a law to regulate media and journalists. Critics say the law could stifle journalistic expression.

Appalling conditions for refugees in Tanzania 2h ago

Tansania Weltflüchtlingstag 2018 (DW/Prosper Kwigize)

About 355,000 refugees from Burundi and DR Congo live in western Tanzania, where they are barred from working or setting foot outside their makeshift camps. The conditions are 'miserable,' as Prosper Kwigize reports.

Philippine Catholics protest priest killings 6h ago

Philippinen Katholische Priester protestieren gegen wachsende Gewalt (Ana P. Santos)

Religious groups and concerned citizens in the Philippines took to the streets to protest the brazen killing of three Catholic priests over the past several months. Ana P. Santos reports from Manila.

Bayer's remorse? Monsanto trial opens 6h ago

Bottles of Roundup herbicide, a product of Monsanto

German chemical giant Bayer’s $63 billion purchase of US firm Monsanto is the largest ever by a German of a non-German company. But Bayer also takes on Monsanto’s problems, which the trial of Lee Johnson highlights.

Dutch court dismisses Brexpat rights case 6h ago

Chris, Molly and Deborah Williams, three U.K. nationals living in the Netherlands pose for a photographer outside a district court in Amsterdam,

Dutch judges have rejected a bid by British expats seeking to take a landmark case on their rights as EU citizens after Brexit. The court ruled that the claims were "too vague" to be considered by Luxembourg judges.

Dutch police use DNA to bust 3 IS suspects 4h ago

Police block access to Avenue de Caserne in Etterbeek during a reconstruction of the Maelbeek terrorist attack, Brussels,

Authorities in the Netherlands have detained three men using DNA evidence found at a weapons cache in France. The arrests were linked to a Parisian apartment rented by a French jihadist.

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Russland WM 2018 Tunesien gegen England (Reuters/S. Perez)

How to rid stadiums of bugs

The World Cup game between England and Tunisia was a bloodbath – at least for some happy mosquitoes. And while there are various options for keeping these bugs out of our stadiums (and yards), only one of them is good.

Edouard Louis (picture-alliance/dpa/E.Naranj)

French author Edouard Louis: Why Macron will lead voters to the far right

France overlooks its lower class, Edouard Louis tells DW. The literary star defies his country's elites and social taboos with his autobiographical novels, including his latest, History of Violence — now out in English.

Zeichentrickkater Garfield (Imago/United Archives)

Garfield turns 40

"I am hungry. Therefore I am." As the world's favorite impertinent cat celebrates his 40th birthday, here's a look back at Garfield's story, some of his best quotes — and a few other fellow cult cats.

Fußball WM 2018 Gruppe F Deutschland - Mexiko (Reuters/A. Schmidt)

Germany reflective after Mexico defeat

Germany's captain revealed on Tuesday that Germany's players have been doing a lot of talking to each other. This team must get better, but the most encouraging thing for Germany fans is that the players know it.

Royal Ascot Pferderennbahn - Meghan Markle und Prinz Harry (Getty Images/AFP/D. Keal-Olivas)

The posh tradition of Royal Ascot

It's all about royals, riders and noble horses once again. For the 307th time, the world's most famous and prestigious horse race is taking place on the Royal Ascot Racecourse. Here's a style guide for the event.

'African languages need to talk to each other'

Renowned Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o has been in Germany, reading from his work at the event "Voices of Africa." He spoke to DW about the crucial role of African languages in empowering the continent.

Deutschland Klimaziele der EU- Schriftzug «CO2» brennt (picture-alliance/dpa/U. Anspach)

Europe's worst climate change performers

A new ranking shows how European countries stack up on climate protection. How does your country compare?

Cecilia Malmström (picture-alliance/EPA/S. Lecocq)

Australia and EU eye new trade deal

The first round in trade negotiations between the EU and Australia has kicked off. As protectionism spreads, Canberra is keen to tie the 28-nation bloc into a deal that would open EU markets to its cheese, wine and meat.

Büste von Weltfußballer Cristiano Ronaldo (picture-alliance/dpa/Atlantico Press)

Ridiculed Ronaldo statue replaced

After months of mirth, the airport in the star's hometown has replaced a bronze statue of its favorite son. The original work by a local artist has been swapped for a new likeness made by a Spanish sculptor.