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Woman killed in French 'yellow-vest' blockades

A woman taking part in protests against rising fuel prices in France has died after being hit by a car. The incident took place as activists angered by the government's tax hikes blocked motorways across the country. Go to article

AfD candidate aims to unite Europe's populists 2h ago

Jörg Meuthen speaking into a DW microphone (DW/T. Sparrow)

The co-leader of Germany's far-right AfD says his party will use European elections to unite populists across the continent. Jörg Meuthen told DW the party's key concern will be getting "migration chaos under control."

German minister ready to welcome Uber by 2021 2h ago

Germany's transport minister has said he wants to ease rules on car-pooling companies such as Uber. The US company has failed to take off in the country — freelance driver-based model has run afoul of existing laws.

Blackface Christmas tradition prompts protests 2h ago

Santa Claus on his white horse Amerigo assisted by his loyal 'Black Petes' (picture-alliance/NurPhoto/R. Hernandez)

Scuffles have broken out across the Netherlands over the fictional character Black Pete, who traditionally helps St. Nick distribute Christmas presents to children who have been good.

Far-right shares Nazi stickers on WhatsApp 1h ago

A WhatsApp application seen on a smartphone screen

A German-Jewish group has flagged a new WhatsApp sticker-creating feature being used to send neo-Nazi and anti-Semitic messages. It has called on the Facebook-owned messaging service to intervene.

In Yemen's war, locals struggle to stay neutral 14h ago

Ever more Yemenis are siding with the Saudi coalition or Houthis to safeguard a salary and a semblance of protection. But some are determined to stay neutral, despite the obstacles they face. Mat Nashed reports.

US coalition airstrike kills 40 in Syria 5h ago

US F-15 jets (picture-alliance/EPA/US Air Force/M. Bruch)

Airstrikes by the US-led coalition have reportedly killed at least 40 people in the last IS-controlled territory in eastern Syria. Most of the victims were reportedly women and children.

Iraq, Iran to expand cooperation, despite US sanctions 4h ago

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani with Iraq's President Barham Salih in Tehran (Reuters/Official President Website)

Iran and Iraq have both said they want to cooperate more despite fresh US sanctions on Tehran. The gulf neighbors could increase bilateral trade by $8 billion.

Is Brazil turning into a military state? 6h ago

Boy walking past soldier in Rio de Janeiro (Reuters/P. Olivares)

From January, Brazil will be soon ruled by former military leaders. There is growing support for this in Congress, but ever more people fear there will be a coup. Thomas Milz reports from Rio de Janeiro.

Colonel 'Rambo' to face war crimes charges

An Anti-Balaka Christian soldier in front of a looted Muslim store (picture alliance/AP Photo/J. Delay)

A militia leader from the Central African Republic has been extradited to the International Criminal Court in The Hague. Alfred Yekatom will face trial on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

CIA finds Saudi prince ordered killing 21h ago

Jamal Khashoggi (imago/IP3press/A. Morissard)

According to a US media report, the CIA has high confidence that the order to kill Jamal Khashoggi came from the highest level. The CIA reportedly linked members of the hit squad directly to the prince.

Refugees queuing for food in Uganda (Getty Images/D. Kitwood)

Refugees in Uganda: The value of a million human lives

Uganda is a front runner when it comes to forward-looking refugee policy. But financial aid from abroad only trickles in and the situation is worsening. Who should pay — Uganda or the international community?

Fire kills hundreds of pigs at German farm

A fire has engulfed a pig farm in western Germany, killing around 1,700 animals. Police say it's not yet clear what caused the barn to go up in flames.

Germany mulls sending migrants back to Syria 23h ago

Deutschland Familiennachzug - Migration (picture-alliance/dpa/S. Pförtner)

Germany's Interior Ministry is considering resuming deportations to Syria despite the still-volatile situation in the war-torn country. Violent criminals among Syrians should be repatriated, German conservatives say.

Argentina locates missing submarine 14h ago

The wreckage of a missing Argentine submarine has been found a year after it disappeared with 44 crew members on board. The stricken ARA San Juan had been at the center of an exhaustive search effort.

UN poverty expert decries UK's 'callous approach' 21h ago

The United Nations special rapporteur on extreme poverty, Professor Philip Alston, has published his initial report on the UK. Child poverty is a 'social calamity and economic disaster.'

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UK Prime Minister Theresa May (picture-alliance/empics)

Brexit, lies and anarchy 23h ago

A flurry of resignations, a vote of no confidence and the PM's dogged will: The lies are catching up to Theresa May.

Fire kills hundreds of pigs at German farm

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Memphis Depay celebrates after scoring the Netherlands' second goal against France (Getty Images/D. Mouhtaropoulos)

Germany relegated after Netherlands win

Germany have been relegated from UEFA Nations League Group A after the Netherlands beat France 2-0 to stay in the top group. The result could mean a more difficult path to Euro 2020 for Joachim Löw's side.

German football head wants details on FIFA deal

DFB President Reinhard Grindel speaks during a news conference

The head of Germany's football association has called on FIFA's boss to come clean on his alleged plans to sell World Cup rights. The world football's governing body has said it's too early to draw any conclusions.

Hero worship and villain worship in the Balkans 2h ago

Ratko Mladic listens to his verdict before the Hague tribunal (picture-alliance/AA/n: Ibrahimkadic)

"Kisses from grandpa Ratko," said jailed Serb ex-general Ratko Mladic during a live phone call to a morning TV show in Serbia, where his son was one of the guests. War criminals are still glorified across ex-Yugoslavia.

Tanzania’s Magufuli, a reformist or dictator? 6h ago

Tanzania President John Pombe Magufuli (DW/S. Khamis)

The latest showdown over rights abuses between the European Union and Tanzanian leader John Magufuli is worrisome. Should Maguful not change his leadership style, it signals tough times ahead, writes DW's Isaac Mugabi.

Replica of the International Prototype Kilogram (picture-alliance/AP Photo/C. Ena)

Kilogram gets new definition

Scientists have agreed to define a kilogram in terms of an electric current instead of "Le Grand K," a metal cylinder kept in a Paris vault. But the new definition will have no noticeable impact on most people's lives.

Pakistan Asia Bibi 2010 (Reuters/A. Karim)

European Muslims' support for Bibi falls short

Islamic organizations in Germany and Britain have expressed support for the Pakistani woman who was recently freed from a blasphemy death sentence. However, experts say more Muslims should oppose the idea of blasphemy.

Berlin and beyond: Snitching for the AfD

Since launching the Berlin version of its platform to denounce teachers who oppose its politics, the far-right Alternative for Germany says it's received thousands of complaints. DW's Tamsin Walker has one of her own.

Our beautiful planet: Morocco's climbing goats

Is this tree realy full of goats? The photo may look like it's been edited, but this scene is quite common in southern Morocco. But left unchecked, overgrazing on these precious argan trees is bad news for the ecosystem.