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Three arrested in Germany over suspected Islamist plot
Three arrested in Germany over suspected Islamist plot
Two brothers and a third alleged conspirator were detained for trying to "endanger the state," police said.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
Germany: Scholz paves the way for snap elections
Germany: Scholz paves the way for snap elections
Chancellor Scholz has put forward his request for a confidence vote in his government.
Germany starts Syrian migration debate after Assad's fall
Germany starts Syrian migration debate after Assad's fall
Following the toppling of Bashar Assad, what does the future hold for Syrians who have fled to Germany?
Germany's Syrian community — facts and figures
Germany's Syrian community — facts and figures
Germany is home to almost one million Syrians, many of whom fled the country's civil war.
Russia: German accused of planning rail sabotage for Kyiv
Russia: German accused of planning rail sabotage for Kyiv
Russian police have reportedly detained a German-Russian man for allegedly planning a sabotage act at Kyiv's behest.
Germany, UK agree on joint steps against people smuggling
Germany, UK agree on joint steps against people smuggling
The British and German governments inked a joint plan to deal with eradicating migrant smuggling.
German chancellor-hopeful Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv
German chancellor-hopeful Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv
Christian Democrat chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz has taken a surprise trip to Kyiv.
Scholz promises help for steel industy, urges EU action
Scholz promises help for steel industy, urges EU action
Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged support for the ailing steel industry, especially in light of high energy costs.
What do Chinese people think about Germany?
What do Chinese people think about Germany?
Experts in China recently compiled important information about German politics and society in an annual report.
After fall of Assad, many Syrian exiles want to return
After fall of Assad, many Syrian exiles want to return
The Syrian diaspora is celebrating the fall of President Bashar Assad around the world.
Who is Germany's far-right AfD leader Alice Weidel?
Who is Germany's far-right AfD leader Alice Weidel?
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany has named its provocative frontwoman to be its candidate for chancellor.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
The theory of infidelity: The women in Einstein's life
The theory of infidelity: The women in Einstein's life
Albert Einstein loved life — and women. Letters that are now being auctioned at Christie's bear witness to this.
Loneliness spreads in Germany
Loneliness spreads in Germany
Loneliness is increasingly becoming a problem among young people. It can have serious health impacts.
Germany returns ritual items to Colombia's Kogi
Germany returns ritual items to Colombia's Kogi
Three sacred items held in Berlin collections are going home. A look at the collaboration behind restitution.
Santa's on the loose!
Santa's on the loose!
Santa Clauses are handing out presents across the world. For some, it's all about making a grand entrance.
Catholic Church strengthens pastoral care for queer people
Catholic Church strengthens pastoral care for queer people
In a diocese in the German city of Munich, LGBTQ+ believers now have their own contact persons for pastoral care.
Remembering the genocide, looking to the future
Remembering the genocide, looking to the future
Despite successive, repressive regimes, Namibian women remain at the forefront of keeping traditions and history alive.
Can Germany still pay for arts funding?
Can Germany still pay for arts funding?
Germany has long been admired for its generous subsidies for arts and culture. But budget cuts could end that largesse.
Skip next section Business
Business
Germany sees record tourism in 2024
Germany sees record tourism in 2024
Despite its economic struggles in 2024, a record number of people turned to Germany for their vacation this year.
Trending treat 'Dubai chocolate' — but who owns the name?
Trending treat 'Dubai chocolate' — but who owns the name?
This Christmas, chocolate lovers are going nuts about "Dubai chocolate." But who actually owns the trademark?
Can Europe build itself a rival to Google?
Can Europe build itself a rival to Google?
European search engines Ecosia and Qwant are joining forces to challenge Google's dominance.
Volkswagen: 'Furious' union threatens strike 'escalation'
Volkswagen: 'Furious' union threatens strike 'escalation'
A fourth round of negotiations is underway with no agreement in sight as VW threatens job cuts and factory closures.
OECD slashes growth forecasts for Germany, France
OECD slashes growth forecasts for Germany, France
Instability and weakened global demand have cut the growth prospects of the top two EU economies, according to the OECD.
What do new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal?
What do new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal?
After DW's Cannabis Cowboys podcast, several European journalists investigated the scam. What did they find?
Skip next section Science and Environment
Science and Environment
First aid for kids
First aid for kids
Falls and choking are some of the most common emergencies among kids. Parents can learn what to do if things go wrong.
Restoring Germany's dried out forest peatland
Restoring Germany's dried out forest peatland
The forested wetlands in Saxony's Ore Mountains are reclaming their role as powerful carbon sinks and biodiversity haven
What to do in a cardiac arrest: Life-saving steps
What to do in a cardiac arrest: Life-saving steps
A cardiac arrest is an emergency. If you are with someone who has one, start CPR immediately.
Therapy dog Little Joe helps German students
Therapy dog Little Joe helps German students
A small dog is helping students cope with stress in their everyday lives.
Can we survive if the world's glaciers melt?
Can we survive if the world's glaciers melt?
If all the world's glaciers melted, what would that mean for nature and for human civilization?
Why our brains love immersive art
Why our brains love immersive art
Immersive art is booming. What's behind the hype surrounding these colorful exhibitions?
Skip next section Travel
Travel
Saxony’s most beautiful castles
Saxony’s most beautiful castles
The state of Saxony in Eastern Germany draws tourists with its stunning castles.
Mulled wine and more at Bremen’s Christmas market
Mulled wine and more at Bremen’s Christmas market
A culinary stroll around Bremen’s Christmas market, with marzipan potatoes and mulled wine.
11 crazy Carnival events held between November 11 and Lent
11 crazy Carnival events held between November 11 and Lent
Worldwide Carnival celebrations are in February, but German Carnival strongholds start the party on November 11.
Traveling across Germany: Most beautiful sights in photos
Traveling across Germany: Most beautiful sights in photos
Since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, tourists can travel freely in Germany.
Happy Birthday: Berlin's iconic TV tower turns 55
Happy Birthday: Berlin's iconic TV tower turns 55
DW soars high above the hustle and bustle of Germany's capital Berlin to explore the iconic TV Tower.
The Berlin Wall Memorial: Understanding the city's division
The Berlin Wall Memorial: Understanding the city's division
Berlins Wall Memorial on Bernauer Straße brings the harrowing memories of the Wall's construction in 1961 back to life
This is how currywurst was invented
This is how currywurst was invented
Currywurst is the classic Berlin street food. And the story of its creation is at least as good as the sausage itself.
Skip next section Sports
Sports
Marco Reus wins league title after seven near misses
Marco Reus wins league title after seven near misses
German midfielder Marco Reus finished runner-up in the Bundesliga seven times with Borussia Dortmund.
Germany backs Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 bid
Germany backs Saudi Arabia World Cup 2034 bid
The German FA has confirmed that it will lend its support to Saudi Arabia's unopposed bid for the 2034 World Cup.
Paralympian Popow: Germany behind on disability sport
Paralympian Popow: Germany behind on disability sport
One of Germany's best-known para athletes, Heinrich Popow, warns Germany should be doing more and is falling behind.
Ilke Wyludda: German discus thrower passes away at 55
Ilke Wyludda: German discus thrower passes away at 55
Wyludda, who ended her sports career in 2017, won a gold medal at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta.
Bundesliga: Players with the most appearances
Bundesliga: Players with the most appearances
Here are the top ten players to have played the most games in Germany's top football division.
Patriarchy a problem in German sports
Patriarchy a problem in German sports
At a time of year when a focus on stopping violence against women is sharp, women in German sport have spoken out.
Skip next section DAILY DRONE
DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Parthenon of Books
#DailyDrone: Parthenon of Books
This installation in Kassel is a plea for freedom of opinion. The artwork consists of thousands of banned books.
#DailyDrone: The new Frankfurt old town center
#DailyDrone: The new Frankfurt old town center
Our drone shows you the reconstructed Frankfurt old town. It was destroyed during the Second World War.
Fossil deposit Messel Pit
Fossil deposit Messel Pit
One of the world's most important fossil sites: The Messel Pit is the remnant of a 48-million-year-old volcanic lake!
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