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Belarus detains Russian over daughter's Ukraine sketch

Turkey becomes last NATO member to ratify Finland's bid

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Bahrain jails 3 for online debates questioning Islam

Russia detains Wall Street Journal reporter for 'spying'

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Cerebral palsy football in Ghana offers escape from stigma

For many children in Ghana, cerebral palsy can mean a lifetime of exclusion from sports. One club offers hope.

Asia

A lab in Pakistan testing patients for HIV

Pakistan: HIV-positive adults, children face stigma

While HIV is detected in more and more children in northwest Pakistan, officials say this is partly due to testing.

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Germany unveils immigration reform plan to tackle labor shortages

Germany unveils immigration reform plan to tackle labor shortages.

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Germany: Discrimination against Roma and Sinti on the rise

Roma and Sinti are subject to prejudice in various areas of public life.

Middle East

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LGBTQ rights in Egypt: Queer community battles crackdown

Despite reports on increased digital targeting of LGBTQ people, the online crackdown has been systemic, observers say.

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China's mediation in Mideast leaves US worried

Beijing's mediation between Saudi Arabia and Iran has shed light on the potentially diminishing global role of the US.

Latin America

Authorities say some migrants set fire to mattresses after hearing they were to be deported.

Mexico fire victims' families demand answers

Authorities say some migrants set fire to mattresses after hearing they were to be deported.

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Russia's war in Ukraine

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Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Millions of people have fled Ukraine; others have stayed to fight. The EU, US and allied countries have responded with sanctions and support for Ukraine.

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Transgender Day of Visibility

The International Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31 is dedicated to celebrating the lives of transgender people.

What life is really like for Thailand's transgender women

Kim Petras: How the trans artist made history

Uganda's anti-LGBTQ law restricts media and activists, too

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Mourners at the funeral of 12-year-old Luisa F. from the town of Freudenberg, who was murdered on March 11, 2023.

Germany sees rise in crime among children

Germany's new crime stats show that there has been an increase in crime among children and young people.

A Thai member of LGBTQ community takes part in parade to mark pride day 2022 in Bangkok

What life is really like for Thailand's transgender women

Thailand still has a long way to go until stigma and discrimination against transgender persons are overcome.

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New Delhi's drive for more women bus drivers

One woman takes us behind the wheel and explains what it's like working as a bus driver in India's least safe city.

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Kenyan President William Ruto slams opposition

In an interview with DW, Kenya's President William Ruto condemns the opposition in Kenya for starting protests.

When is a bank systemically important?

Why are banks being rescued? Are private homes harming the environment, and are there alternatives?

A swimming costume on the edge of a swimming pool in Berlin.

Berlin clarifies gender equality rules for topless bathing

The city's pool operator has said all genders must be treated equally, after the case of Lotte Mies made headlines.

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How German are the British royals?

As King Charles III makes his first state visit to Germany, DW takes a look at the British royals' German roots.

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Why do ancient statues have such small penises?

As Michelangelo's David makes headlines as "porn," a look at how tiny genitals were once perceived as a sign of merit.

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Fashion mania: Super models versus influencers

In the 1990s, super models were the stars of the fashion world, but today, influencers have taken over.

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