US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.
US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.
Summary: China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.
US news outlets sue Trump over White House ban
US news outlets sue Trump over White House ban
Summary: CNN, MS NOW, and Politico say the ban against them threatens press freedom and the right to independent journalism.
Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda
Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda
Summary: Rising electricity demand, shocks in energy security and climate commitments are reviving long-stalled plans for nuclear power across Southeast Asia. But proponents of nuclear energy still face major obstacles.
Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa
Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa
Summary: A series of killings in South Africa has renewed scrutiny of efforts to combat violence against women. Activists say laws alone are not enough without effective implementation.
India's road rage: When cars become weapons
India's road rage: When cars become weapons
Summary: Road disputes are turning violent across India, raising questions about status and impunity behind the wheel for drivers of expensive cars.
Russia: Putin party retains majority in controlled parliamentary vote
Russia: Putin party retains majority in controlled parliamentary vote
Summary: Vladimir Putin's United Russia won just under 58% of the vote, the electoral commission said. Meanwhile, Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov won nearly 100% of the vote in elections in the Russian republic of Chechnya.
Germany news: Trial starts of ex-Transport Minister Scheuer
Germany news: Trial starts of ex-Transport Minister Scheuer
Summary: Former Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer is being tried for perjury related to a failed car toll scheme. And cherry farmers have brought in a bumper harvest. DW has more.
Pakistan says strikes in Afghanistan killed '28 terrorists'
Pakistan says strikes in Afghanistan killed '28 terrorists'
Summary: The Afghan border provinces of Kunar and Paktika were struck overnight. Pakistan said 28 militants were killed, Afghanistan said three civilians died. This follows soon after an attack on police in Kohat, Pakistan.
Germany's car crisis: Can the 35-hour workweek survive?
Germany's car crisis: Can the 35-hour workweek survive?
Summary: German carmakers want employees to work 40 hours instead of the current 35 without extra pay, arguing it would improve competitiveness. Unions strongly oppose the proposal and view it as an attack on workers' rights.
US proposes AI safety mechanism in talks with China
US proposes AI safety mechanism in talks with China
Summary: US Treasury chief Scott Bessent said there had been "successful" talks with China on trade and AI. The talks come amid growing fears that AI could pose an existential threat to humanity.
India news: India's medal tally at Asian games rises to six
India news: India's medal tally at Asian games rises to six
Summary: Indian athletes won two bronze and two silver medals on the second day of the Asian Games in Japan. Meanwhile, more bodies were recovered after a flash flood in Kerala. DW has more.
Japan: Typhoon Dujuan sparks flood, landslide warnings
Japan: Typhoon Dujuan sparks flood, landslide warnings
Summary: Evacuation advisories have been issued and hundreds of flights have been canceled in Japan, which is in the middle of a five-day holiday. The storm could dump record levels of rain on the country.
US: Man wounded in Texas after being shot by ICE agent
US: Man wounded in Texas after being shot by ICE agent
Summary: An ICE agent shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas. The city's mayor has called for an independent investigation into the shooting.
Iran closes language center in Tehran, France vows response
Iran closes language center in Tehran, France vows response
Summary: In response to the Iranian authorities' decision to close a French language center affiliated with its embassy in Tehran, France vowed to take appropriate measures.
Canada, France agree to closer ties in defense, economy
Canada, France agree to closer ties in defense, economy
Summary: Amid strained relations with the US, French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced closer economic and defense ties.
German state elections deal a blow to Chancellor Friedrich Merz
German state elections deal a blow to Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Summary: Elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have dealt the CDU a historic defeat while the AfD saw a massive gain. The pressure on Germany's unpopular chancellor is mounting.
AfD makes gains in state elections but has no government options
AfD makes gains in state elections but has no government options
Summary: Despite making significant gains in both Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the far-right AfD remains without options to form a state government.
Germany faces energy tax losses as EV sales rise
Germany faces energy tax losses as EV sales rise
Summary: The rapid shift to electric vehicles in Germany is cutting fuel tax revenue for the government. As EV sales surge, policymakers face growing pressure to find new ways to fund roads and transportation infrastructure.
Peter Thiel: Power, Palantir, and the antichrist
Peter Thiel: Power, Palantir, and the antichrist
Summary: He was early to back Facebook, early to back Donald Trump, and is one of the world’s richest people. But from his theories on the antichrist and AI to his distinctive politics, Peter Thiel is hard to pin down.
Russia: Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow kills 2
Russia: Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow kills 2
Summary: An oil refinery was hit in one of the largest attacks so far on the Russian capital, as the country holds a parliamentary election. Meanwhile, at least four people were killed in Russian strikes in Ukraine's Kyiv region.
In cosmopolitan Berlin, elections still closed to foreigners
In cosmopolitan Berlin, elections still closed to foreigners
Summary: A quarter of Berlin residents will have no say in the German capital's city-state election because they lack citizenship. That's the highest proportion of residents excluded from the election yet, and many are unhappy.
Germany news: Doctors offer Oktoberfest flu jabs
Germany news: Doctors offer Oktoberfest flu jabs
Summary: Oktoberfest 2026 is underway but it's not just beer on offer in Munich this year; revelers can also get themselves a flu jab before heading to the tents. DW has more.
Germany: Is it possible to replace the chancellor?
Germany: Is it possible to replace the chancellor?
Summary: Chancellor Friedrich Merz's record-low approval ratings have emboldened his opponents. There are three ways to remove a chancellor from office in Germany.
Summer of 2026 broke records in Europe, and caused deaths
Summer of 2026 broke records in Europe, and caused deaths
Summary: The summer of 2026 was not only the hottest on record in Europe, it also saw a record number of people die. More than 16,000 are thought to have died because of the heat in Germany alone.
German-Russian relations at freezing point
German-Russian relations at freezing point
Summary: Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine destroyed the once-close relationship between Moscow and Berlin. Yet the far-right AfD is calling for a normalization of relations.
Ukraine steps up measures to protect railways
Ukraine steps up measures to protect railways
Summary: As Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's rail infrastructure, the Ukrainian government has called for help to replace destroyed locomotives and is making plans to keep passengers safe.
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Will economy shape the vote?
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Will economy shape the vote?
Summary: Voters in the eastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania head to the polls on Sunday, with the Social Democrats and far-right AfD neck and neck. Here's a look at key economic issues that could influence the election.
Oktoberfest 2026: Everything you need to know
Oktoberfest 2026: Everything you need to know
Summary: This year, AI will be used to manage overcrowded situations. Find all the numbers surrounding the fest — including the price of water!
Rebels, workers, radicals: The making of 'Red Berlin'
Rebels, workers, radicals: The making of 'Red Berlin'
Summary: Bloody May, student sit-ins and the squatter movement: Berlin has long been a hotbed for working-class organizing and radical left-wing politics.
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: SPD seeks to fend off AfD
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: SPD seeks to fend off AfD
Summary: For nearly three decades, the Social Democrats have governed Germany's northeastern state. If they can fend off the AfD, the result may boost the fortunes of the German government's junior coalition partner.
Ever more Israelis moving to and investing in Cyprus
Ever more Israelis moving to and investing in Cyprus
Summary: Over the past three years, more and more Israelis have been purchasing property and investing in Cyprus, with many moving to the island permanently. How has this changed the Cypriot economy and how are locals responding?
Women's football in Germany booming, but still much to do
Women's football in Germany booming, but still much to do
Summary: Women's football is growing rapidly, particularly in Germany. Nevertheless, equal pay and investment remain major talking points.
Strait of Hormuz attacks spill oil into Persian Gulf
Strait of Hormuz attacks spill oil into Persian Gulf
Summary: As war disrupts one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, satellite images reveal that oil is spreading toward protected coral reefs and mangrove forests.
Airport malaria in Germany remains infrequent
Airport malaria in Germany remains infrequent
Summary: An outbreak of malaria at Frankfurt Airport this summer has raised alarm. Experts believe parasites probably arrived in a passenger's luggage. But with the onset of fall, the risks of contracting the disease are low.
Fact Check: False video alleges Berlin votes destroyed
Fact Check: False video alleges Berlin votes destroyed
Summary: A video claiming to show AfD postal ballots being destroyed has gone viral ahead of Berlin's September 20 election. DW Fact Check examines the footage, the accounts sharing it and how widely it is really being viewed.
German police probe arson attack on Wuppertal synagogue
German police probe arson attack on Wuppertal synagogue
Summary: The man detained shortly after allegedly trying to set fire to Wuppertal's synagogue made antisemitic comments to the arresting officers, prosecutors say. The 37-year-old Afghan citizen also had knives in his apartment.
Canada and EU: A look at the bloc's special relationships
Canada and EU: A look at the bloc's special relationships
Summary: Though Canada may be some distance from Europe geographically, closer political ties are in the cards. With talk of an associate membership, DW takes a look at other arrangements the EU has with particular countries.
Dual citizenship means Germany now in competition for talent
Dual citizenship means Germany now in competition for talent
Summary: Coach Jürgen Klopp has named several players to his first Germany squad who are eligible to play for other countries. Some still aren't committed to playing for thje national team long-term.
Beethoven and Andy Warhol: Rebel icons on show in Bonn
Beethoven and Andy Warhol: Rebel icons on show in Bonn
Summary: The new exhibition "Beethoven by Warhol" at the Beethoven House in Bonn presents the pop artist's late masterpiece: a picture of Ludwig van Beethoven. The exhibition shares the story of the work with the public.
'No compromises': Far-right AfD has few potential partners
'No compromises': Far-right AfD has few potential partners
Summary: Germany's far-right AfD party is riding high after its latest electoral triumph in Saxony-Anhalt. But one question remains: Does it actually want to govern?
VAR's mission creep a problem for football
VAR's mission creep a problem for football
Summary: After a decade of use, questions around VAR in football are louder than ever. Has the technology strayed too far from its remit?
Organized crime and drug-related deaths rise Germany
Organized crime and drug-related deaths rise Germany
Summary: In the annual report on organized crime, German police say cocaine is a danger for the state and society and cases of money laundering have increased.
Russian birth tourism to Brazil increases
Russian birth tourism to Brazil increases
Summary: Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and stricter regulations in Argentina, more and more Russians are choosing to travel to Brazil to give birth to children, who will obtain Brazilian nationality.
A war-fatigued and anxious Russia picks a new parliament
A war-fatigued and anxious Russia picks a new parliament
Summary: Fuel shortages, drone strikes and mobilization rumors are fueling anxiety and war fatigue in Russia. As support for peace talks grows among Russians, the Kremlin is watching closely ahead of parliamentary elections.
Alexander Ovechkin backs Putin party in campaign video
Alexander Ovechkin backs Putin party in campaign video
Summary: Ice hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin has lent Vladimir Putin's party a helping hand in its parliamentary election campaign. That's in keeping with a pattern of support by an athlete who claims not to be political.
Judges: As AfD ascends, Germany must bolster justice system
Judges: As AfD ascends, Germany must bolster justice system
Summary: German judges and prosecutors warn that the coalition needs to reform the laws covering state prosecutors to prevent "extremists in government" from abusing the legal system.
As global crises grow, Germany cuts development aid
As global crises grow, Germany cuts development aid
Summary: The budget of Germany's Economic Cooperation and Development Ministry is set to shrink for the fifth consecutive year. Aid organizations warn that the cuts will have severe consequences for millions of people.
Klopp wants Germany's football team to 'reclaim the flag'
Klopp wants Germany's football team to 'reclaim the flag'
Summary: Jürgen Klopp, Germany's new head coach, says he wants his team to reclaim pride in being German after recent political developments.
Serbian President Vucic criticizes Kosovo war crimes verdict
Serbian President Vucic criticizes Kosovo war crimes verdict
Summary: The conviction of four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has drawn sharply different reactions across the Balkans. Serbia has accused the court of failing to fully address crimes against Serbs.
King Charles, Earl Spencer clash over Diana death once again
King Charles, Earl Spencer clash over Diana death once again
Summary: Buckingham Palace has rejected criticism of King Charles III in a new book by the brother of his late wife, Princess Diana. Earl Charles Spencer has been a fierce critic of his former brother-in-law for decades.
Jews once lived lived here: When houses tell stories
Jews once lived lived here: When houses tell stories
Summary: Time and again, residents tracing the history of their homes discover the lives of Jewish predecessors who fled or were deported amid stories of suffering and loss.
Jürgen Klopp's first Germany squad includes 44 players
Jürgen Klopp's first Germany squad includes 44 players
Summary: Germany's new head coach Jürgen Klopp has named a huge squad for his first four games, splitting them into two groups. A host of new faces is included.
Saint, sinner or feminist icon: How Mary Magdalene's image evolved through time
Saint, sinner or feminist icon: How Mary Magdalene's image evolved through time
Summary: From "Apostle of the Apostles" to prostitute, Mary Magdalene has been assigned a wide variety of roles, as a new exhibition shows.
How climate change worsened Nepal's deadly mountain collapse
How climate change worsened Nepal's deadly mountain collapse
Summary: A glacier and rock collapse in Nepal killed nearly 1,400 people and left thousands missing. Scientists say decades of warming helped set the disaster in motion.
UK: Village votes to 'secede' in asylum center plan protest
UK: Village votes to 'secede' in asylum center plan protest
Summary: Residents of Piddington, a tiny, remote village in Oxfordshire in England, have staged a "referendum" on leaving the UK. They are objecting to plans to open an asylum reception center at a disused military base nearby.
Can Canada and the EU deepen ties to counter Trump?
Can Canada and the EU deepen ties to counter Trump?
Summary: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is known for standing up to US President Donald Trump. Now he wants to forge a "unique alliance" with Europe. But what could such a partnership look like?
Chancellor Merz seeks CDU support amid far-right AfD surge
Chancellor Merz seeks CDU support amid far-right AfD surge
Summary: Following the CDU's crushing defeat in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, many are expressing doubts about the party's leader, Chancellor Friedrich Merz. But the CDU doesn't appear to have a viable alternative.
Shock in Kosovo as Hague convicts former President Thaci
Shock in Kosovo as Hague convicts former President Thaci
Summary: The conviction in The Hague of former President Hashim Thaci and three former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has caused consternation in Kosovo — both among political leaders and on the streets. DW reports from Pristina.
British-American writer Bonnie Greer dies aged 77
British-American writer Bonnie Greer dies aged 77
Summary: Chicago-born playwright Bonnie Greer, who became a familiar face in British political discourse later in life, has died. Her husband David Hutchins announced news of Greer's death.
After Neuer: Who will be Germany's new No. 1 goalkeeper?
After Neuer: Who will be Germany's new No. 1 goalkeeper?
Summary: Following Manuel Neuer's retirement, there are many candidates to succeed him, but which goalkeeper will Jürgen Klopp choose? What factors will play a role? And will Neuer's future have an indirect influence?
Poland reaffirms support for Ukraine after drone strikes
Poland reaffirms support for Ukraine after drone strikes
Summary: After Russia's recent drone attacks on targets close to the Ukraine-Poland border, Warsaw has doubled down on its support for Kyiv and pledged a "nonprovocative but serious response" to Moscow.
Global Gender Gap Report: Women's hard-won gains 'fragile'
Global Gender Gap Report: Women's hard-won gains 'fragile'
Summary: Two decades of progress toward gender parity is at risk as women's political representation declines, according to a new World Economic Forum report. At the current pace, the remaining gap could take 120 years to close.
Kosovo ex-president Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
Kosovo ex-president Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
Summary: A Hague tribunal ruled that Hashim Thaci, a former leader of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), is responsible for war crimes carried out during the war of independence with Serbia.
German drama 'Blindspot Berlin' revisits 2016 Christmas market attack
German drama 'Blindspot Berlin' revisits 2016 Christmas market attack
Summary: A decade after the terrorist attack on a Berlin Christmas market, a new German miniseries looks into the institutional failures that allowed the deadly truck rampage to happen.
How extreme heat is hitting wallets
How extreme heat is hitting wallets
Summary: Heat waves, wildfires and floods have cascading economic impacts, causing incomes to decline and the price of basic goods to rise. The trend will escalate as temperatures continue to increase.
Turkey's rights groups, EU call out LGBTQ+ crackdown
Turkey's rights groups, EU call out LGBTQ+ crackdown
Summary: Several raids and arrests of LGBTQ+ persons in Turkey have triggered sharp criticism from numerous Turkish organizations — and also from Brussels.
Drivers in Germany fume over soaring fuel prices
Drivers in Germany fume over soaring fuel prices
Summary: Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to provide relief to motorists. But exactly how this is to happen remains unclear.
Holocaust survivor on 'very dangerous' AfD Saxony-Anhalt win
Holocaust survivor on 'very dangerous' AfD Saxony-Anhalt win
Summary: Charlotte Knobloch survived the Holocaust by passing as the daughter of non-Jewish farmers. She recently spoke with DW to express her shock following the AfD victory in Saxony-Anhalt's state election.
Why do authoritarian regimes target the LGBTQ+ community?
Why do authoritarian regimes target the LGBTQ+ community?
Summary: A recent crackdown on the LGBTQ+ community in Turkey is symptomatic of a wider rights regression, according to experts. It's worse under authoritarian regimes, but why is it such a popular policy for these states?
Spanish scientists find first evidence of Diplodocus dinosaur in Europe
Spanish scientists find first evidence of Diplodocus dinosaur in Europe
Summary: Paleontologists in Spain say they have found the first evidence of the long-necked Diplodocus genus of dinosaur outside of North America. They found bones at the rich La Tejeria fossil site in Teruel in eastern Spain.
Why the era of cheap government debt is over
Why the era of cheap government debt is over
Summary: US debt has topped $40 trillion. How risky is the country's growing debt burden. And will investors keep funding Washington's deficits?
Socialist Left Party holds slim lead in polarized Berlin polls
Socialist Left Party holds slim lead in polarized Berlin polls
Summary: The results of the Berlin election are as hard to predict as ever. Three parties are vying for first place, including the socialist Left Party and the far-right AfD. But one issue is most important to Berliners.
Germany news: Merz to cancel UN trip amid party infighting
Germany news: Merz to cancel UN trip amid party infighting
Summary: Germany's chancellor nixxed his trip over doubts about his leadership after party losses to the AfD in state elections. Meanwhile, Defense Minister Pistorius is in Washington for talks with his US counterpart.
Can popular state premier Schwesig hold off the far-right AfD?
Can popular state premier Schwesig hold off the far-right AfD?
Summary: Manuela Schwesig has led Germany’s northeastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania since 2017. Will the center-left premier be able to stop the far-right AfD from emerging as the strongest force in Sunday’s election?
Netherlands: Suspected sabotage disrupts train services
Netherlands: Suspected sabotage disrupts train services
Summary: A major outage has hit parts of the Dutch railway system after objects were found placed across lines, authorities say. The company responsible for rail infrastructure says it suspects deliberate wrongdoing.
Why AI researchers warn humanity could face extinction
Why AI researchers warn humanity could face extinction
Summary: Could artificial intelligence pose an existential threat to humanity? Some leading researchers are warning against an unregulated race toward AI superintelligence.
Iran and US: Two countries and the pistachio between them
Iran and US: Two countries and the pistachio between them
Summary: The pistachios sold across the United States have a surprising history: California's trees trace their roots to Iran. Now, both regions face the same threat — their farmland is sinking as groundwater disappears.
Europe launches two climate observation satellites
Europe launches two climate observation satellites
Summary: The European Space Agency has put two satellites into orbit to take a closer look at the impact of climate change. One of them will focus particularly on plant life.
EU seeks Arctic strategy amid growing power rivalry
EU seeks Arctic strategy amid growing power rivalry
Summary: Russia's aggression, Trump's threats against Greenland and the race for critical raw materials are pushing the Arctic to the top of Europe's agenda.
Ukraine, Russia set for new round of US-mediated talks
Ukraine, Russia set for new round of US-mediated talks
Summary: New trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US could begin in October, according to Kyiv and Moscow. Few expect a breakthrough, but Ukraine is seeking a partial de-escalation to help it get through the winter.
Women's Basketball World Cup: Can Germany harness a boom?
Women's Basketball World Cup: Can Germany harness a boom?
Summary: Germany thrilled fans at the Women's Basketball World Cup. But even if this sparked a boom in the women's game, the infrastructure simply isn't ready for it.
Africa's richest man Dangote's IPO out of reach in Nigeria
Africa's richest man Dangote's IPO out of reach in Nigeria
Summary: Dangote seeks $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the oil refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it?
Far-right AfD puts pressure on German aid to Ukraine
Far-right AfD puts pressure on German aid to Ukraine
Summary: Emboldened by its win in Saxony-Anhalt, the far-right Alternative for Germany wants the government to change its Ukraine and Russia policies. Berlin is staying the course, but support is fading — especially in the east.
The Crusades: How a medieval holy war still shapes politics
The Crusades: How a medieval holy war still shapes politics
Summary: In 1095, the Catholic Church launched the Crusades: wars that left millions dead and whose legacy still shapes political and ideological conflicts.
Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?
Can Iran replace sea trade with land routes?
Summary: Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.
Germany's Zverev wins US Open in golden year
Germany's Zverev wins US Open in golden year
Summary: Alexander Zverev has won the US Open for the first time, defeating Ben Shelton in the final. It is Zverev's second Grand Slam win of 2026 after a long wait for his first title, but controversy still hangs over him.
Why are European banks moving gold out of United States?
Why are European banks moving gold out of United States?
Summary: The Netherlands and France have moved their gold out of US vaults. Part of the reason is fears about the reliability of the US, but equally important is the need to keep gold closer to home in the event of a crisis.
Corals as climate archive: Are El Nino events intensifying?
Corals as climate archive: Are El Nino events intensifying?
Summary: Records show that El Nino events have been frequent and often extreme over the past few decades. Is this normal? Or is it the result of climate change? Corals can give us a clear indication.
India looks to steer BRICS away from anti-Western turn
India looks to steer BRICS away from anti-Western turn
Summary: The BRICS summit 2026 takes place in Delhi this weekend. Unlike last year, Putin and Xi are expected to attend. Can India keep the expanded bloc united?
The 'end of an era' as Goethe-Institut in Russia closes
The 'end of an era' as Goethe-Institut in Russia closes
Summary: The Goethe-Institut was one of the last German institutions still operating in Russia. However, following Moscow's decision to close its offices, all employees will have to stop working by September 13.
How Celine Dion became a pop culture icon across generations
How Celine Dion became a pop culture icon across generations
Summary: As the global star kicks off her anticipated Paris residency, here's how Celine Dion managed to gain younger followers while keeping her loyal older fans.
How Belarusians still find hope in a silenced country
How Belarusians still find hope in a silenced country
Summary: The documentary "Letters from the Silenced Country" depicts the ongoing repression under the authoritarian regime. Director Andrei Kutsila talked to DW ahead of the film's Venice premiere.
Why we're still looking for dark matter
Why we're still looking for dark matter
Summary: When physicists said they may have spotted evidence of dark matter almost 100 years after it was proposed as a theory, the internet lit up. Here's why we're searching for the thing that holds everything else together.
LIV Golf in financial turmoil: What's next for the sport?
LIV Golf in financial turmoil: What's next for the sport?
Summary: Six months after Saudi Arabia pulled funding from the breakaway organization, LIV Golf have filed for bankruptcy protection. Several of the world's best players signed on to LIV, so where does that leave golf?
Conspiracy theories can provide answers but not peace
Conspiracy theories can provide answers but not peace
Summary: Twenty-five years after 9/11, conspiracy theories about the terrorist attacks persist. But even as an attempt to make sense of a tragedy, psychologists say the benefit in conspiracy ideation or belief is short-lived.
The billion-euro trade driving Europe's eels to extinction
The billion-euro trade driving Europe's eels to extinction
Summary: Traffickers are making big bucks smuggling millions of critically endangered eels across continents, using suitcases on planes and legal loopholes to deliver them to dinnerplates. Where are the smuggling hotspots?
The Bayeux Tapestry in London: What's behind the hype?
The Bayeux Tapestry in London: What's behind the hype?
Summary: The exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum is eagerly anticipated across the UK, as the medieval masterpiece is considered by many to be a symbol of the country's identity.
EU sports commissioner says FIFA is 'damaging to football'
EU sports commissioner says FIFA is 'damaging to football'
Summary: Speaking to DW, EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef hit out at world football's governing body over its "poor governance."
Afghanistan's women: A national soccer team without a home
Afghanistan's women: A national soccer team without a home
Summary: The Afghan women's national football team has finally been officially recognized by FIFA. Now the players want to make history both on and off the field.
PISA 2025 results: Reading and math scores plummet worldwide
PISA 2025 results: Reading and math scores plummet worldwide
Summary: The PISA 2025 results reveal record-low student performance, with digital distractions and AI use raising concerns. Germany is faring worse than ever.
Elversberg: Bundesliga newcomers from tiny town make waves
Elversberg: Bundesliga newcomers from tiny town make waves
Summary: A team from a small southwestern German town of just 7,000 inhabitants made history by sealing promotion to become the 59th club to play in the Bundesliga. Elversberg has got off to a memorable start.
Egg freezing in women's football: Choice or pressure?
Egg freezing in women's football: Choice or pressure?
Summary: Spain's football federation is set to join a handful of clubs in paying for female players to freeze their eggs. Experts have welfare concerns.
Werner Herzog: Germany's wild man of cinema is back
Werner Herzog: Germany's wild man of cinema is back
Summary: As his latest movie, "Bucking Fastard," premiered at the Venice Film Festival, DW talked to the boundary-breaking director.
Croatia: Toxic waste protest draws tens of thousands
Croatia: Toxic waste protest draws tens of thousands
Summary: The Zagreb demonstrators demanded that the government come up with a plan to clear illegal toxic waste in 20 days. Prime Minister Plenkovic has promised to tackle the issue.
Germany: From emigration to immigration destination
Germany: From emigration to immigration destination
Summary: Migration is a sensitive topic in Germany, with public debate dominated by the fear of uncontrolled immigration. But over two centuries, millions of Germans emigrated in search of a better life.
The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers
The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers
Summary: As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.
Germany: Is Saxony-Anhalt's economy really struggling?
Germany: Is Saxony-Anhalt's economy really struggling?
Summary: Germany's far-right AfD party has long claimed that the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt has been left behind. Is that really the case? A closer look at the data offers some interesting insights.
Why North Korea's women's football team is so good
Why North Korea's women's football team is so good
Summary: North Korea's young footballers enter the U-20 World Cup in Poland as defending champions — the 2024 title was their third. Why is the isolated state so good at the game?
2026 Beethoven Festival evokes a sense of home
2026 Beethoven Festival evokes a sense of home
Summary: The motto of this year's classical music festival in Bonn is "Home/At Home," featuring musicians from diverse cultures presenting pieces from their homelands.
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
How Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
Summary: The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the Chinese EV onslaught?
Is Germany's economic slump finally over?
Is Germany's economic slump finally over?
Summary: Despite a slew of negative headlines, the German economy has posted its best figures in years. There are reasons for optimism, but structural issues remain.
Austria women ice hockey team fight for future generations
Austria women ice hockey team fight for future generations
Summary: Austria are getting ready for their first Women's Ice Hockey World Championship. But preparations have been overshadowed by a dispute about conditions, pay and getting men's cast-off kit. A solution now looks in sight.
Women's football: Anyomi, London City and the German exodus
Women's football: Anyomi, London City and the German exodus
Summary: Nicole Anyomi has joined Alexia Putellas and other star names in signing for the ambitious English club London City Lionesses. The Germany winger told DW England is a better place to develop her game than back home.
Can communities be protected from melting glaciers?
Can communities be protected from melting glaciers?
Summary: Rising temperatures are increasing the risk of floods and avalanches in mountain regions. The disaster in Nepal and Tibet shows the urgent need for solutions, and the tools that could help save lives.
Can new Apple CEO John Ternus fix the tech giant's AI woes?
Can new Apple CEO John Ternus fix the tech giant's AI woes?
Summary: John Ternus is just the third Apple CEO in 30 years. His primary challenge is to correct the company's faltering AI strategy to preserve its position as a big tech leader.
At Venice Film Festival, politics take center stage
At Venice Film Festival, politics take center stage
Summary: With works about Gaza, Ukraine and Elon Musk, political cinema is in the spotlight at the 2026 Venice Film Festival.
Canada's Carney holds firm against Trump tariffs
Canada's Carney holds firm against Trump tariffs
Summary: Canada is facing new US import penalties after Prime Minister Mark Carney refused to match US tariffs on China. Other countries are watching as the Trump trade clash turns into a fight over economic sovereignty.
Inside the sea cucumber smuggling boom
Inside the sea cucumber smuggling boom
Summary: A quiet multimillion‑dollar black market is exploding across the Indian Ocean, driven by one unlikely animal: the sea cucumber.
Ailing Djokovic 'despised' every moment of US Open defeat
Ailing Djokovic 'despised' every moment of US Open defeat
Summary: Novak Djokovic has exited in the first round of a Grand Slam for the first time in over two decades. Could time — or an unknown health condition — be catching up with the Serbian tennis legend?
EU wants drones to spray pesticides, but it could backfire
EU wants drones to spray pesticides, but it could backfire
Summary: The EU wants to lift a decades-old ban on spraying pesticides from the air, allowing drones to be used for greater precision. But experts warn the plan could lead to even more pesticides being used in agriculture.
This extremely successful author polarizes German readers
This extremely successful author polarizes German readers
Summary: She's young and she says what she thinks: Caroline Wahl is topping Germany's bestseller lists with her novels. But she has also faced a public backlash.
What 'The Odyssey' can teach us about climate chaos
What 'The Odyssey' can teach us about climate chaos
Summary: The Bronze Age collapse may have started with a water crisis. The droughts of today raise the unsettling question of whether it could happen again.
Influential humanists: These are the winners of the Goethe Medal 2026
Influential humanists: These are the winners of the Goethe Medal 2026
Summary: The prestigious German cultural award recognizes the artistic work and commitment to cultural dialogue of Arvo Pärt, Anita Raja and Prodromos Tsinikoris.
Germany's military wants to recruit tech-savvy gamers
Germany's military wants to recruit tech-savvy gamers
Summary: The Bundeswehr has been a fixture at Gamescom, Cologne's video game trade fair, for years. But critics say military recruitment does not belong at an entertainment convention.
Spain: Thieves steal Bronze Age gold in lightning raid on Villena Museum
Spain: Thieves steal Bronze Age gold in lightning raid on Villena Museum
Summary: One of the world's greatest Bronze Age gold collections has been swiped, almost in its entirety, from Villena Museum. A highly professional group of thieves were in and out in four minutes flat before the museum opened.
Tragedy in Nepal: How do flash floods happen?
Tragedy in Nepal: How do flash floods happen?
Summary: When flash floods sweep through the Himalayas, there is often little time to react. Scientists are working to understand the risks and improve early warning systems.
Andre Rankel named Germany's new men's ice hockey coach
Andre Rankel named Germany's new men's ice hockey coach
Summary: Germany's men's ice hockey team has appointed a new head coach following a string of dissappointing tournaments. He's two decades younger than the man he's replacing but he has no previous experience as a head coach.
New study shows German football remains male-dominated
New study shows German football remains male-dominated
Summary: The top leagues of German football remain a largely male environment. A new study reveals that only seven clubs have women in upper management levels.
Venus' US Open invitation raises questions about wild cards
Venus' US Open invitation raises questions about wild cards
Summary: Although her current world ranking wouldn't allow it, Venus Williams is set to play singles in the US Open – thanks to a wild card. Who gets these coveted spots—and how?
The great lake divide: Collapse vs. comeback
The great lake divide: Collapse vs. comeback
Summary: As some of the world's biggest lakes vanish in real time, others are proving that recovery is still within reach.
Why social media addiction is so hard to regulate
Why social media addiction is so hard to regulate
Summary: Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms are accused of deliberately fostering addictive behavior among young users. Yet regulators continue to struggle to rein in their engagement-driven business models.
Was the heat of this summer really 'normal?'
Was the heat of this summer really 'normal?'
Summary: Some political messaging denies the role of human-caused climate change in this summer's extreme heat. The science tells a different story.
Gamescom 2026: What's next for the gaming industry?
Gamescom 2026: What's next for the gaming industry?
Summary: As Gamescom 2026 opens in Cologne, AI, hardware costs and slowing user growth are putting pressure on the global games industry despite its current strength.
Why Germany's Volkswagen could cut 100,000 jobs
Why Germany's Volkswagen could cut 100,000 jobs
Summary: Europe's biggest automaker, Volkswagen, faces Chinese competition, high costs and US tariffs. What could its restructuring mean for the German car industry?
Can new US sanctions cripple Iran's shadow economy?
Can new US sanctions cripple Iran's shadow economy?
Summary: The US is expanding sanctions on Iran's financial networks, targeting crypto, gold, aviation and shipping. DW spoke with analysts about what could change.
Trees are vital for cooler cities, but they need help too
Trees are vital for cooler cities, but they need help too
Summary: Record-breaking heat and drought are putting urban trees at risk. Experts explain how to protect these essential assets and build city forests that can withstand the climate challenges ahead.
Scientists discover new 'immune hubs' in skull bone marrow
Scientists discover new 'immune hubs' in skull bone marrow
Summary: "Immune hubs" that actively defend the brain have been discovered in mouse skull marrow. Similar cells exist in human skulls, but their role remains unclear.
Spiraling health costs force Iranians to delay care
Spiraling health costs force Iranians to delay care
Summary: A single chemotherapy session in Iran can cost six times the monthly minimum wage. As drug prices soar and medicine is in short supply, doctors say more patients are delaying or abandoning treatment.
