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India elections: Voting enters seventh and final phase

Despite a decrease in voter turnout this election, Prime Minister Modi is expected to secure a third term.

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Germany: Flood concerns in Bavaria, Baden Württemberg

UK ambassador to Mexico reportedly sacked after rifle joke

US to sanction Hong Kong officials after activists convicted

Ukraine updates: Kyiv can now hit Russia with German weapons

France arrests teen for Olympics terror attack plot

NATO chief says Russia can't 'wait out' alliance in Ukraine

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South Africa election: ANC faces coalition government

With more than 66% of the votes counted, the ruling African National Congress will likely lose the majority.

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Thaksin's 'royal insult': A warning to Thai ex-PM?

Analysts explore if a 'royal insult' made in 2015 could be an attempt to thwart the ex-PM's political ambitions.

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How to fix Germany's ailing healthcare system

Germany's health minister is set to slash the number of hospitals, boost small clinics and digitalize bureaucracy.

Europe

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Turkey: Saturday Mothers’ long struggle for the disappeared

Every week, a group known as the Saturday Mothers gathers and demands justice for their disappeared relatives.

Middle East

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'All eyes on Rafah:' Millions of Instagram users share post

After a deadly IDF strike on a tent camp in Gaza, an AI-generated image has become Instagram's top trend.

North America

Donald Trump convicted: Can he still become US president?

Donald Trump has been convicted in a criminal trial. How will the outcomes affect his run for president?

Latin America

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German-Brazilian spat on poaching of highly qualified nurses

Brazil is not impressed by Germany's continued recruitment of skilled health care workers until late 2023.

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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.

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EU elections 2024

People in the EU's 27 member states go to the polls in June to vote for a new European Parliament. The outcome will also shape the European Commission for the next five years.

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EU vote: Germans want peace, security and less immigration

In Germany, one in four don't want to vote in upcoming EU elections. Many of those who do, are disgruntled.

How are Germans likely to vote in the EU elections?

European Parliament elections are set to kick off next week. How are Germans likely to vote?

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How can the EU finance its ambitious spending plans?

The EU faces huge investment needs in climate change, defense, and digitalization. Where will the money come from?

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Two German warships on South China Sea mission

During an Indo-Pacific deployment, Germany's armed forces aim to demonstrate international interoperability.

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Alexander Zverev assault trial opens in Berlin

The court heard the defense put forward by Zverev's legal team before the trial was adjourned over a privacy matter.

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The hidden cost of Pakistan's handmade embroidery

In Pakistan, these dresses have a high price tag, but are the craftspeople behind these creations being exploited?

Climate change impacts on hydropower in the Middle East

Through Turkey, Syria and Iraq, the Euphrates-Tigris basin is suffering both water stress and a hydropower deficit.

Many Africans with albinism suffer discrimination, but one Nollywood actor is hoping to change that.

Actor with albinism breaks barriers in Nigeria's Nollywood

Many Africans with albinism suffer discrimination, but one Nollywood actor is hoping to change that.

The agreement aims to provide jobs to Kenyans while curbing skilled-labor shortages in Germany.

Kenyan bus drivers boost German workforce via migration deal

The agreement aims to provide jobs to Kenyans while curbing skilled-labor shortages in Germany.

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Heavy flooding, severe storms and record droughts — extreme weather is on the rise due to climate change.

India heat wave: Delhi posts national record temperature

Pakistan bears brunt of climate change with latest heat wave

Landslides and mudslides: Can they be prevented?

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Afrimaxx | Südafrika | Amantle Interior Design

Why making all yourself pays out

Amantle Tshweu is a DIY queen who really makes all of the objects she uses in her designs herself.

Why Nigerian jollof rice is the best in Africa

All over West Africa, people are arguing about who makes the best Jollof rice.

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Heat exhaustion or heat stroke: What to do in an emergency

In recent years, the arrival of summer has been accompanied by record high temperatures. Here's how to stay safe.

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Going on vacation with a chatbot

AI technology is opening up new possibilities for travelers, especially when it comes to planning.

UK: Brockworth's cheese rolling race comes with free bruises

Glory, honor and cheese await the winner of the crazy cheese race in Gloucestershire's village of Brockworth.

Using art to counteract clichés about Roma and Sinti

With her textile collages, Malgorzata Mirga-Tas celebrates the identities of the ethnic minority.

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