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Germany arrests 3 suspected China spies
Germany arrests 3 suspected China spies
Three German citizens are accused of transferring research on state-of-the-art machine parts to China's secret service.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
Germany to introduce a Veterans' Day — report
Germany to introduce a Veterans' Day — report
Chancellor Olaf Scholz is supporting plans for an annual day of commemoration for former armed forces personnel.
Germany: Thousands celebrate new cannabis law in Berlin
Germany: Thousands celebrate new cannabis law in Berlin
Bands played as revelers gathered at the Brandenburg Gate for a legal cannabis "Smoke-In" on Saturday.
Why German media's relationship with far right is difficult
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?
Ukraine: 10 biggest providers of military aid
Ukraine: 10 biggest providers of military aid
The United States has pledged the most in military assistance to Ukraine, followed by Germany.
How Russian interference is impacting Czech politics
How Russian interference is impacting Czech politics
The Russian network that pays pro-Kremlin lawmakers in the European Union is heavily active in the Czech Republic.
Sudanese refugees in Germany decry forgotten war
Sudanese refugees in Germany decry forgotten war
More aid has been pledged to help ease the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, but many see no end to the suffering.
Finland urges EU to help end migrant influx from Russia
Finland urges EU to help end migrant influx from Russia
Helsinki has accused Moscow of weaponizing migration to settle a score with the new NATO member.
Germany: No asylum for Russian draft dodgers?
Germany: No asylum for Russian draft dodgers?
German authorities deny that male Russian nationals will be at risk of persecution if they return to Russia.
Global military spending soars to new record highs
Global military spending soars to new record highs
Global military spending was up nearly 7% in 2023, according to SIPRI's database, a yearly increase not seen since 2009.
Austrian police arrest Germans visiting Hitler's birthplace
Austrian police arrest Germans visiting Hitler's birthplace
Austrian police have arrested two young couples from Bavaria after they visited the birthplace of Adolf Hitler.
Germany: Girl falls to her death from hotel window
Germany: Girl falls to her death from hotel window
A teenage girl fell from the sixth floor of a hotel near the center of Düsseldorf, in North Rhine Westphalia.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Germany's hardworking reputation: Myth or reality?
Germany's hardworking reputation: Myth or reality?
Germans have a reputation for being hardworking and disciplined. Is that really the case?
Why Kant's philosophy is still relevant amid today's wars
Why Kant's philosophy is still relevant amid today's wars
April 22 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of German philosopher Immanuel Kant, who wrote "Perpetual Peace."
A German opera gala to help 'Rebuild Ukraine'
A German opera gala to help 'Rebuild Ukraine'
Opera stars, politicians and public figures are raising funds for Ukrainian children living with trauma.
Ukraine's Romani people face discrimination in Germany
Ukraine's Romani people face discrimination in Germany
Fleeing from Ukraine's war, Romani people in Germany often encounter racism instead of help.
Skip next section Business
Business
Germany's industrial production expected to sink further
Germany's industrial production expected to sink further
Germany's usually strong manufacturing sector had already taken a hit because of higher energy prices.
Volkswagen's Tennessee workers vote to join UAW trade union
Volkswagen's Tennessee workers vote to join UAW trade union
More than 70% of votes from Volkswagen staff at the Chattanooga factory in Tennessee were in favor of joining the UAW.
IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany
IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany
The International Monetary Fund has revised down its growth outlook for the eurozone's biggest economy.
Thai group buys Berlin's iconic KaDeWe store building
Thai group buys Berlin's iconic KaDeWe store building
The KaDeWe department store, located on one of Berlin's main shopping streets, is a must-see shop for many tourists.
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Science and Environment
Copernicus report shows year of weather extremes in Europe
Copernicus report shows year of weather extremes in Europe
Wildfires, floods and record heat characterized 2023 in Europe. But there's also some positive news.
How much stress can an aircraft withstand?
How much stress can an aircraft withstand?
Aircraft are subjected to very thorough testing before being declared fit for the skies.
How war impacts child development
How war impacts child development
Growing up in a war zone affects millions of children around the world permanently.
Murder mysteries could be solved with the help of microbes
Murder mysteries could be solved with the help of microbes
Studying bacterial colonies at crime scenes could help answer the next big "whodunit."
Fungi - the food of tomorrow?
Fungi - the food of tomorrow?
Meat alternatives are increasingly in demand: A Berlin-based startup is cultivating fungi as a substitute for meat.
Skip next section Travel
Travel
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
This southern German picture-book city is famous for its well preserved medieval old town.
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
The aviation industry must drastically reduce its emissions in the coming years. But it still faces many hurdles.
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
How easy is it to avoid taking a plane? DW reporter Benjamin Bathke traveled 36 hours to find out.
World Heritage Site: A look at Potsdam's Sanssouci Palace
World Heritage Site: A look at Potsdam's Sanssouci Palace
The renowned summer residence of Prussian King Frederick the Great is known as a rococo masterpiece.
Iconic European cities: Berlin
Iconic European cities: Berlin
DW's travel guide to the capital city of Germany brings you insider tips and a list of what not to miss.
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Drachenburg in western Germany looks just like a fairy-tale castle. But a dark history lurks behind its walls.
10 reasons to love Bremen
10 reasons to love Bremen
Bremen, Germany's smallest state, is all about Hanseatic traditions and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Skip next section Sports
Sports
Franz Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue
Franz Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue
The statue of legendary German soccer player "Kaiser" Franz Beckenbauer will be erected in his hometown of Munich.
Paying for gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate
Paying for gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate
The World Athletics federation has broken ranks to pay athletes bonuses for medals at the 2024 Olympics. Good move?
Julian Nagelsmann to stay as German national football coach
Julian Nagelsmann to stay as German national football coach
Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national soccer team ahead of Euro 2024.
Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint
Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint
Online streaming service DAZN has accused the German Football League (DFL) of unfair treatment.
Skip next section DAILY DRONE
DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Zugspitze, Bavaria
#DailyDrone: Zugspitze, Bavaria
At the top of Germany: the #DailyDrone is going up the Zugspitze today!
#DailyDrone: Oberweißbacher Bergbahn
#DailyDrone: Oberweißbacher Bergbahn
Technology that inspires – the #DailyDrone over the Oberweißbacher Bergbahn in Thuringia.
#DailyDrone: Open Air Museum Vogtsbauernhof
#DailyDrone: Open Air Museum Vogtsbauernhof
Germany from above: The Vogtsbauernhof in the Black Forest is the most popular open-air museum in Germany.
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