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Germany: Police shoot suspect in western city of Krefeld

Ryanair slashes German services, complains about taxes, fees

Germany: Panda cubs at Berlin Zoo open eyes

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy on 'victory plan' tour of Europe

Hamburg names square after Russian journalist Politkovskaya

Sweden: Police investigate shooting near 'Israeli target'

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Africa

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Lesotho activist challenges youth to tackle plastic waste

Educator Limpho Thoahlane set up her own recycling station, teaching young people how to deal with plastic pollution.

Asia

People celebrating Durga Puja, standing near incense burners

Hindus in Bangladesh celebrate Durga Puja amid worries

The interim government has made protecting minorities a priority, and is trying to ensure Hindus can celebrate in peace.

Germany

Olaf Scholz (left) and Volodymyr Zelenskyy shaking hands in front of their national flags

Ukraine war: Zelenskyy wants more weapons from Germany

After separate visits to London, Paris and Rome, the Ukrainian president will meet with Chancellor Scholz in Berlin.

Europe

Bulent Mumay poses in his home in Istanbul, looking out a window

EU lawmakers urge Turkey to clear DW journalist Bulent Mumay

Veteran reporter Bulent Mumay refuses to live in fear, but a suspended jail sentence means he must watch his back.

Middle East

Gallows ropes shown at a protest in Germany in January 2020

Iranian prisoners protest against rising executions

Rights organizations say the number of executions in the country has increased by over 20% in the past year.

North America

A woman looking at the damage around here after Hurricane Milton

Fact check: Are artificial hurricanes targeting Republicans?

Social media claims have said hurricanes were sent to wreak havoc on Republican areas, to disrupt the upcoming US vote.

Latin America

Tourists walk down a street in Isla Holbox, Quintana Roo

Mexico's work program helps migrants, economy

Mexico has established job programs for migrants that help both new arrivals and the local economy.

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Hurricane Milton

Florida residents are assessing widespread damage after being hit by strong winds, heavy rains and tornadoes.

Florida begins cleanup after Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton leaves trail of destruction across Florida

Hurricane Milton 'maxing out pretty much every hazard'

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Why Germany's dying forests could be good news

Germany is losing its forests because of climate change and pests. But there may be a silver lining to the losses.

First responders in the water outside an apartment complex that was flooded from and overflowing creek due to Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton: What's fueling stronger storms?

The warming of the ocean's surface is creating tropical storms stronger and more destructive than any we've seen before.

German government plans to reform adoption law

Unmarried couples may be able to adopt a child together, and children will be able to have two mothers.

Displaced Syrians who have fled Israeli bombing in Lebanon, arriving at areas in northern Syria, controlled by anti-government forces..

Why the Lebanon crisis is good business for Syrian military

As Syrians flee Israeli bombs to return home, security forces are doing lucrative business charging entry fees.

Piles of grabage lying open near residential areas in Karachi, Pakistan

Pakistan: What's behind the 'unsolvable' garbage crisis?

The massive trash problem in Karachi is causing acute health problems, both for adults and children.

About ten men are seen running away from danger on a rubble-filled street in Beirut

Stranded African migrants in Lebanon feel abandoned

Thousands of African nationals are currently stuck in Lebanon, where they're facing discrimination.

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And illustration of a spider-like bacteriophage with six spiky 'legs'

Hundreds of viruses live on showerheads and toothbrushes

More than 600 virus species have been found dwelling on toothbrush bristles and showerheads in the US and Europe.

Afrimaxx: The image shows a dessert from South Africa | Das Bild zeigt ein Dessert aus Südafrika.

A spoonful of South African sweets

Is dessert on the continent really a thing? DW tastes three of the most well-known South African desserts.

Afrimaxx: The image shows Nigerian fashion designer Dimeji Ilori. | Dieses Bild zeigt den nigerianischen Modedesigner Dimeji Ilori.

Stylish and sustainable fashion from Nigeria

For Nigerian fashion designer Dimeji Ilori, textile waste provides a creative treasure trove for his fabulous designs.

Green and pink northern lights in the night sky in Lapland

Northern lights deliver colorful night sky spectacle

It's been a good year for fans of the northern lights, with the spectacle especially prominent over Canada and Finland.

Picture of tadpoles swimming underwater.

Tadpoles top Wildlife Photography Contest 2024

Lichens, lynxes and an anaconda are some of the other critters featured in the year's winning photos.

Euromaxx reporter Hannah Hummel stands in front of the Walhalla, a memorial resembling a Greek temple, located near the southern German town of Regensburg.

Walhalla home to Germany's hall of fame

The Walhalla resembles a Greek temple, but it honors notable German-speaking politicians, scientists and artists.

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