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Germany: 'Strong evidence' Iran behind attacks

Chancellor Angela Merkel has said there is "strong evidence" Iran carried out attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman. She also warned Iran of consequences if it violated the 2015 international nuclear deal. Go to article

ECB hints at more stimulus amid slowdown 11m ago

Mario Draghi (l) in Luxembourg (Getty Images/AFP/J. Thys)

If eurozone inflation stays low, the European Central Bank (ECB) could cut interest rates even further and take other steps to boost it, ECB chief Mario Draghi said. The remark prompted accusations from Donald Trump.

Berlin to freeze rents for five years 2h ago

May Day demonstrators holding signs against rising rents in Berlin (Reuters/C. Mang)

Renters are increasingly unable to afford housing in Berlin. An influential property-owners' association has called for landlords to raise rents before the bill can go into effect.

Merkel backs Ukraine's Zelenskiy over Russia 2h ago

German Chancellor Angela Merkel stands next to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

The Ukrainian president has vowed to push his country towards EU and NATO accession. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has backed his calls for maintaining sanctions against Russia.

EU court rules against autobahn tolls 8h ago

Autobahn, Germany, between Bremen and Hamburg

The ECJ has rejected the fees known as "vignettes" after Austria, with support from the Netherlands, had lodged a complaint. The EU has said the German concept for the fees breaches anti-discrimination laws.

Japan issues tsunami alert after earthquake 2h ago

Japan's north west coast has been warned of a possible tsunami. It came after a strong earthquake in the northwest.

Signs detailing measures to prevent Ebola (picture-alliance/dpa/EPA/A. Jallanzo)

Ebola: 'WHO between a rock and a hard place'

Declaring a global health emergency could galvanize aid to fight the Ebola epidemic in the DR Congo. It could also make the job of containing the virus much more difficult. The WHO’s decision proved controversial.

Myopic stock markets deter green investments 51m ago

Greenpeace activists have made a thermometer of flames in front of a coal-fired power station

Companies remain torn between making socially responsible investments and meeting the short-term expectations of the stock market. But it's not all gloom and doom for green investors, especially in Europe.

Germany probes 'right-wing extremist' murder of politician 4h ago

A politician has been murdered in an apparent execution-style assassination. German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer has described the attack as "right-wing extremist" in nature, saying it was "directed against us all."

Sebastiao Salgado wins German peace prize 4h ago

Sebastiao Salgado Fotograf (picture-alliance/dpa/C. Brun)

The prestigious Peace Prize of the German Book Trade has been awarded to 75-year-old Brazilian photographer Sebastiao Salgado for raising awareness about environmental destruction and the climate crisis.

Hong Kong leader refuses to step down after mass protests 6h ago

Carrie Lam, the city's chief executive, has said she wants time to "continue to work hard" for the people of Hong Kong. But activists have promised to not back down, with Joshua Wong telling DW: "Now is the time."

Germany mulls requests to host Sea-Watch migrants 8h ago

Dozens of cities, including Berlin and Rottenburg, have offered to take in migrants rescued in the Mediterranean. But German authorities have said resettling 53 migrants rescued by Sea-Watch would require EU support.

Former UEFA president Michel Platini arrested 7h ago

Michel Platini (picture-alliance/empics/J. Moscrop)

Reports in France claim that former UEFA president Michel Platini has been detained for questioning in connection with an investigation into the awarding of the 2022 FIFA World Cup to Qatar.

Egypt's former President Morsi dies in court 23h ago

Former Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi has died during a court hearing. The UN has called for an independent investigation into whether Morsi's detention in solitary confinement contributed to his death.

Deadly earthquake strikes southern China 12h ago

At least 12 people have been reported killed and more than 130 injured after an earthquake hit Sichuan province. The epicenter was outside a city home to more than 4.4 million people.

Germany, France and Spain sign deal on European fighter jet

German philosopher Jürgen Habermas at 90

Deadly earthquake strikes southern China

World population to reach 9.7 billion by 2050 — UN

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Pakistani journalists protest against increasing restrictions on free speech in the country (picture-alliance/dpa)

Pakistan: Blogger's murder spotlights fragile free speech

The recent killing of a young Pakistani blogger, known for criticizing the nation's powerful military, has once again reignited the debate about the deteriorating freedom of expression in the country.

Russland Mai-Demo in Nowosibirsk (picture-alliance/dpa/RIA Novosti/A. Kryazhev)

YouTuber explores the horrors of Stalin's gulags

A strong majority of Russians approve of Stalin's rule, and young adults have never heard of his Great Terror campaign. Now YouTube star Yury Dud's film about the legacy of Stalinist repressions is shaking the country.

A mosque in Berlin (Imago Images/D. Abuelo)

Germany’s imam quandary: Educate, don’t import

Ending foreign influence on Muslim religious leaders' education is a long-term goal for the German government. A new study might lead the way for training local imams, if all parties involved are willing to participate.

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner of Air Tahiti Nui taking off

Paris Air Show takes to the skies again

The Paris Air Show is taking place this week, the largest air show and aerospace industry exhibition in the world.

German philosopher Jürgen Habermas at 90 6h ago

Renowned for his analysis of democracy and rule of law, he is one of the most influential thinkers alive. As he turns 90, Jürgen Habermas is not about to stop getting involved in the big questions of our time.

Migrants in the Gulf shown the door

More than a million foreign workers have been sent home as Gulf leaders face pressure to hire more locals.

Wire haired sausage dog (picture-alliance/blickwinkel/fotototo)

'Puppy dog eyes' developed to manipulate humans

A new scientific study suggests that dogs have evolved to raise their eyebrows to ensnare human empathy. This could be either to emulate babies or to show people the whites of their eyes.

DW remembers Christopher Springate

DW News | ehemaliger Moderator Christopher Springate (DW)

For many years, he was a regular face on DW's English news broadcast as a journalist and anchor. Christopher Springate passed away in late May at the age of 53 after a long-term illness.