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US pledges stronger action at climate summit

The United States has promised to cut its carbon emissions faster, putting pressure on other big polluters to clean up their acts. Go to article

The Earth from space, photographed in 1969

Earth Day 2021: Restore Our Earth

For over 50 years, Earth Day has taken place on April 22. It is the world's single biggest annual environmental protest and educational event. DW takes a look at the day's history — and what we can expect this year.

US: Joe Biden expected to recognize Armenian genocide, sources say

Then-VP Joe Biden meets Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara

In a move that is bound to infuriate Ankara, US President Joe Biden is reportedly preparing to recognize the genocide against Armenians.

Israel attacks targets in Syria after rocket fire

The Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Center near the city of Dimona, Israel. (Planet Labs Inc. via AP)

Israel has said it attacked Syrian targets in retaliation to a missile that fell near the Dimona nuclear reactor. The reports came as tensions between Israel and Iran have been heightened.

NASA extracts oxygen from Mars atmosphere

The Perseverance rover drives around a crater on Mars

The conversion could pave the way to sustaining human life on Mars. It marks the first time that a resource was extracted from another planet for use by humans.

Hundreds arrested in protests for hunger-striking Navalny

More than 600 people in St. Petersburg were among a total of almost 1,500 arrested across Russia. Police were intent on nullifying the pro-Navalny rallies as fears grow over the Kremlin critic's well-being.

CORONAVIRUS

EU prepares legal action against AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca vaccine syringes with two bottles

The European Union is weighing legal action against AstraZeneca for missing vaccine delivery promises. Germany and France have reportedly asked for more time to consider the move.

Spain to start Johnson & Johnson vaccine rollout

People wait at a distribution center for oxygen cylinders

India reported over 314,000 new infections in a single day. Ecuador and Turkey have introduced tougher rules to curb infections. Follow DW for the latest.

COVID vaccines tested on virus variants in Israel

Woman in Israel getting vaccinated before the country rescinded the mandatory wearing of facemasks

Vaccines are being put to the test. But how effective are they against new strains of COVID-19? A study from Israel offers hope and caution.

Bundestag approves national coronavirus rules

Police officers secure the German parliament, the Reichstag building prior to a protest rally against the government's policy to battle the corona virus pandemic in Berlin, Germany, Wednesday, April 21, 2021.

Germany's parliament has approved the first set of regulations of contact restrictions and other measures that would uniformly affect the entire country. Lawmakers voted as police were breaking up a major public protest.

Coronavirus: German clinics warn of supply shortages for non-COVID patients

22 COVID patients die in oxygen leak in India

An oxygen tank leaks at hospital premises in Nashik, India

Several people died after the oxygen supply to a hospital was cut off because of a problem with a gas tank. The incident comes as India grapples with an unmanageable third wave of coronavirus infections.

NEWS REPORTS

Indonesia: Missing submarine has enough oxygen for 72 hours — navy

Indonesia submarine KRI Nanggala-402 perform Sailing Pass during the preparation for the anniversary of Indonesia Military on September 25, 2014

Dozens of people are on board Indonesia's KRI Nanggala-402 submarine that has gone missing. Officials believe the vessel, designed to dive to up to 500 meters, might be some 700 meters underwater.

Virginia governor signs bill legalizing marijuana possession

The bill is a step towards "reforming our criminal justice system to make it more fair," said Governor Ralph Northam.

WHO plans to end malaria in 25 more countries

A child being vaccinated against malaria. (Photo by Brian ONGORO / AFP)

Ahead of World Malaria Day on April 25, the WHO announced plans to stamp out malaria from 25 countries in five years such. The agency had supported 21 countries to bring their malaria caseloads to zero by 2020.

Iran nuclear deal: Signs of progress but doubts linger

The US has hinted at sanctions relief for Iran, though it conceded a conclusion to the nuclear deal talks is a long way off. Joe Biden will find stiff Republican opposition should he wish to offer Tehran respite.

Deadly car bomb rocks luxury hotel in Quetta

A police officer reacts after an explosion at a luxury hotel in Quetta, Pakistan April 21, 2021. REUTERS

A car bomb at a luxury hotel in the city of Quetta killed at least 4 people. The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan group, which has ties to al-Qaeda, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

STORIES & ANALYSIS

German ISAF troops training Afghan armed forces

NATO risks leaving Afghan staff in peril

Militants consider the alliance's Afghan employees "traitors" for working for occupying military forces.

Why is China attempting to silence feminists?

Dozens of Chinese feminist social media channels have been abruptly deactivated over the past few days, triggering anger and fear that women's rights activists will be systemically denied an online presence.

Greens blend neoliberal and environmental

As the Greens overtake Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives in the polls, DW examines the party's economic policies.

Perspectives

Russland Moskau | Präsident Putin Rede an die Nation

Putin's EU enablers

Putin is out to crush opponents and buy loyalty, meaning Ukraine may be off the cards, writes DW's Konstantin Eggert.

Bundestag approves national coronavirus rules

Opinion: Russia’s Vladimir Putin counts on the EU to help him again

Israel attacks targets in Syria after rocket fire

Chad: Anger and uncertainty as slain president's son named interim leader

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Polish flags fly in London's Leicester Square during Pride 2018

UK campaign targets 'LGBT-free zones' in Polish twin towns

In recent years, Polish towns have drawn international condemnation for passing charters denouncing LGBT+ ideology. Now, a UK campaign is pushing back.

Schalke relegated from the Bundesliga

Schalke have been relegated from the Bundesliga. Their fate was sealed in Bielefeld but has been long in the making. It's a story of sporting failure, mismanagement, pandemic-related scandal and the power of one man.

Car-free inner cities

Living, working and shopping in one place: Commuting could become a thing of the past.

Study finds a deadly side to disrupted sleep

A long-term study of 8,001 people has linked disrupted sleep to cardiovascular mortality — in women more than men.

Meet the 34-year-old running to lead the UN

The Indian Canadian Akanksha Arora wants to become the first woman — and the first millennial — to lead the United Nations. She tells DW that it's time to shake things up.