Iran war: Houthis vow response to 'dangerous escalation' by Saudi Arabia
Iran war: Houthis vow response to 'dangerous escalation' by Saudi Arabia
Summary: Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claim that civilian sites were targeted in Saudi strikes on the Yemeni port city of Hodeida. Saudi Arabia says it hit military targets. DW has more.
Trump addresses rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner
Trump addresses rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner
Summary: The event was originally scheduled for April but was disrupted by the alleged attempted assassination of Donald Trump. His hourlong speech combined jokes with attacks on members of the press.
Starship completes 1st test flight since SpaceX IPO
Starship completes 1st test flight since SpaceX IPO
Summary: Starship splashed down in the Indian Ocean to complete its 13th test flight and its first since Elon Musk's SpaceX went public in June.
Iran war: Saudi-led coalition attacks Yemen's Hodeida port city
Iran war: Saudi-led coalition attacks Yemen's Hodeida port city
Summary: The strikes come after the Iran-backed Houthis attacked several Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea in recent days. The escalation comes as the US and Iran also vie for control of the vital Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.
Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. merger amid lawsuit
Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. merger amid lawsuit
Summary: Paramount has agreed to freeze its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery until as late as June 2027. Twelve states have argued that the deal would create a "media behemoth" that would harm the US entertainment industry.
ICC votes to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan
ICC votes to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan
Summary: Members of the International Criminal Court have voted to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Khan has denied the accusations.
Poland's main opposition collapses over far-right slide
Poland's main opposition collapses over far-right slide
Summary: A power struggle within Poland's main opposition force has come to a head. But a move to expel former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki may greatly weaken the right-wing party's popularity.
Trump threatens EU with tariff probe over Google, tech fines
Trump threatens EU with tariff probe over Google, tech fines
Summary: US President Donald Trump has said he will initiate a tariff investigation against the EU in response to fines against US tech companies. He cited the latest case that Google lost on Thursday, as well as others.
Russia hits drone demonstration near Kyiv, killing 10
Russia hits drone demonstration near Kyiv, killing 10
Summary: Ukraine says 10 were killed and around 100 injured in the strike, a day after Zelenskyy met with officials from US arms giant Raytheon. Meanwhile, in St. Petersburg, another Wildberries warehouse came under drone fire.
US floats AI 'kill switch' to stop rogue AI models
US floats AI 'kill switch' to stop rogue AI models
Summary: A rogue AI agent has sent a "wake-up call" about the perils of the fast-evolving technology, sparking calls to provide a US government kill switch. But what exactly does that mean, and what are the issues with it?
Europe wildfires: Thousands flee by boat as fires spread, merge
Europe wildfires: Thousands flee by boat as fires spread, merge
Summary: Tens of thousands of people used cars and boats to escape wildfires raging in southwestern France. In Spain's Madrid region, authorities declared a national emergency after at least two fires merged.
Niger still seeks stability, after 3 years of military rule
Niger still seeks stability, after 3 years of military rule
Summary: The military government in Niger had promised social, security and economic improvements when it took power in 2023. Three years down the line, there are mixed reviews on its performance.
UNESCO adds Lebanese, West Bank sites to endangered list
UNESCO adds Lebanese, West Bank sites to endangered list
Summary: Israel has rejected the listing of a Lebanese castle and an occupied West Bank archaeological site. UNESCO added both sites to its World Heritage in Danger list in the context of Israeli activity.
Highs and lows as Bayreuth Festival turns 150
Highs and lows as Bayreuth Festival turns 150
Summary: The Bayreuth Festival's 150th anniversary has been clouded by controversy surrounding German-Jewish speaker Michel Friedman. Yet it offers an opportunity to celebrate, including with an AI-enhanced Ring cycle.
Can Pakistan-administered Kashmir elections calm tensions?
Can Pakistan-administered Kashmir elections calm tensions?
Summary: Pakistan-administered Kashmir heads to the polls after weeks of deadly protests over seats reserved for displaced people from India-administered Kashmir. One local group has called for the elections to be boycotted.
Why Iran's Pickaxe Mountain is a tough target for the US
Why Iran's Pickaxe Mountain is a tough target for the US
Summary: Donald Trump has threatened to attack a suspected Iranian nuclear site buried deep under a mountain. Pickaxe Mountain remains one of the biggest unanswered questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program.
Germany news: Top court rules out mass admission revocations
Germany news: Top court rules out mass admission revocations
Summary: An Afghan woman has won victory over Germany's Interior Ministry after it cancelled her admission. Elsewhere, consumer confidence and VW profits are down, while violent extremist crime is up. Follow DW for the latest.
Turkey: What chances does Ozel's new opposition party have?
Turkey: What chances does Ozel's new opposition party have?
Summary: After being removed as head of Turkey's main opposition CHP in May, Ozgur Ozel has announced the formation of a new party. Dozens of lawmakers have followed him, but will he be able to challenge President Erdogan?
Why Trump's 'forced labor' tariffs leave the world puzzled
Why Trump's 'forced labor' tariffs leave the world puzzled
Summary: After the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's emergency tariffs, the White House has turned to another trade law linked to alleged human rights abuses.
Ousted Turkish opposition leader forms second-largest party
Ousted Turkish opposition leader forms second-largest party
Summary: With 90 lawmakers defecting alongside him, Ozgur Ozel's New Party has automatically become the second-largest group in Turkey's parliament. He leaves behind deep devisions and judicial challenges against the CHP.
Fighting wildfires is getting harder — these tips could help
Fighting wildfires is getting harder — these tips could help
Summary: With Spain declaring a national emergency, France seeking EU assistance and Canada dealing with more than 900 hot spots, wildfires are out of control. How can we stop our forests from burning out of control?
How vanilla's history is not so … 'vanilla'
How vanilla's history is not so … 'vanilla'
Summary: Long before "vanilla" meant bland, the bean's fandom spanned Mesoamerican elites to European courts. But it owes its ubiquity to a 12-year-old enslaved boy.
Klopp named new head coach of Germany men's football team
Klopp named new head coach of Germany men's football team
Summary: Germany has turned to Jürgen Klopp to lead a new era for the four-time world champions after their disappointing World Cup exit, with hopes of building toward future international tournaments.
Jürgen Klopp and Germany: A partnership long in the making
Jürgen Klopp and Germany: A partnership long in the making
Summary: In one of the worst-kept secrets in football, the former Dortmund and Liverpool boss has been named head coach of the German men's national team.
Germany seeks energy and trading partners in Africa
Germany seeks energy and trading partners in Africa
Summary: Germany wants to boost relations with Africa. During his trip, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has promoted cooperation on energy, infrastructure and the economy. He also criticized US treatment of South Africa.
Sweden eases mining permits to cut China minerals reliance
Sweden eases mining permits to cut China minerals reliance
Summary: Sweden has declared the mining of critical minerals and rare earths a national security interest. This will ease and expedite the permit process. The government said the step was needed to counter dependence on China.
Is Germany investing in the right weapons?
Is Germany investing in the right weapons?
Summary: Germany wants to build up its army and pour hundreds of millions of euros into its defenses. But in a world where the battlefield is increasingly dominated by cheap drones, how many expensive tanks does the country need?
Man dies of injuries after attack at Regensburg bank: police
Man dies of injuries after attack at Regensburg bank: police
Summary: Police say one person has died after sustaining severe injuries at a bank branch in Regensburg. Special units were dispatched and apprehended a suspect armed with a knife.
Spain's solar eclipse trilogy: spectacle starting August 12
Spain's solar eclipse trilogy: spectacle starting August 12
Summary: From August 2026 to January 2028, amateur and pro skywatchers are in for a series of rare solar spectacles over Spain and North Africa. Astronomers expect the events to attract millions from around the world.
ECB keeps interest rates unchanged amid Iran war inflation
ECB keeps interest rates unchanged amid Iran war inflation
Summary: The European Central Bank has kept its base interest rates steady but said it was "closely monitoring" the energy price shock. The impact of the war against Iran on energy costs has pushed inflation over ECB targets.
Canada-EU: Closer trade ties to counter Trump?
Canada-EU: Closer trade ties to counter Trump?
Summary: Given they share the world's longest land border, Canada and the US have historically enjoyed fruitful trade relations. But with Donald Trump escalating his tariff war, Canada is looking to the EU and further afield.
Oil prices jump as Hormuz, Red Sea crises deepen
Oil prices jump as Hormuz, Red Sea crises deepen
Summary: Renewed strikes on shipping in the Gulf and the Red Sea have dealt a fresh double blow to global oil markets, with the price of crude oil once again passing $100 a barrel. DW examines what could push prices even higher.
WAFCON 2026: What you need to know
WAFCON 2026: What you need to know
Summary: Several months after it was supposed to start and with more teams than first planned, WAFCON 2026 is finally set to begin. The hosts want a maiden title while a tournament outsider have one of its best players.
Lenacapavir will slow HIV infections if there's enough of it and it reaches at-risk groups
Lenacapavir will slow HIV infections if there's enough of it and it reaches at-risk groups
Summary: Lenacapavir is one injection, twice a year. It's a big improvement for people in high-risk groups, currently taking a pill a day against HIV infection. But its long-term impact depends on it reaching those very people.
US citizens are ramping up pressure on data centers
US citizens are ramping up pressure on data centers
Summary: Rapid data center construction across the US, fueled by AI, comes with serious threats to the environment, public health and energy supply. Local opposition has blocked or delayed dozens of projects.
EU fines Google €890 million over competition rules
EU fines Google €890 million over competition rules
Summary: The European Commission said it found that Google had preferenced its search engine and app store in ways that unfairly harmed competition.
US-China AI rivalry heats up as Chinese models gain ground
US-China AI rivalry heats up as Chinese models gain ground
Summary: China's AI platforms are rapidly closing the gap with their US counterparts, prompting fresh threats from the Trump administration. With accusations of intellectual property theft, could tensions boil over?
Who is Ukraine's new military chief?
Who is Ukraine's new military chief?
Summary: Mykhailo Drapatyi has been made commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces. His appointment follows a cabinet reshuffle that ousted defense minister Fedorov.
Hungary: Ex-PM Orban pledges resistance to Magyar 'tyranny'
Hungary: Ex-PM Orban pledges resistance to Magyar 'tyranny'
Summary: Hungary's former prime minister alleges that his successor has "dismantled the rule of law and eliminated checks and balances." Peter Magyar has pursued Viktor Orban and his allies since winning April's elections.
How Russia is luring foreign nationals to fight in Ukraine
How Russia is luring foreign nationals to fight in Ukraine
Summary: More and more, Russia is recruiting men from the world’s poorest countries to send them to the front in the Ukraine war. Why are people joining up?
Germany: Merz replaces key figure following surrogacy row
Germany: Merz replaces key figure following surrogacy row
Summary: Thorsten Frei, a close confidant of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is taking over the role as parliamentary group leader for the conservative CDU/CSU bloc. The position is a powerful one.
Female coaches want more representation in African football
Female coaches want more representation in African football
Summary: Female head coaches will be a rare sight at the Women’s African Cup of Nations. However, there are some promising signs.
Will surge in German business bankruptcies hit growth?
Will surge in German business bankruptcies hit growth?
Summary: Company insolvencies in Germany are rising sharply. Is this a sign of deeper economic weakness, or just a market correction that could ultimately benefit future growth?
Austria turns Hitler's birthplace into police station
Austria turns Hitler's birthplace into police station
Summary: The house where Adolf Hitler was born in 1889 is now a police station. Austrian authorities have long sought to prevent it becoming a neo-Nazi pilgrimage site.
Turkey-PKK talks: Is peace finally possible?
Turkey-PKK talks: Is peace finally possible?
Summary: A year ago, the Kurdish militant group PKK announced an end to its armed struggle. Since then, peace talks with Turkey have progressed slowly, but some observers believe they could succeed.
Can VR help you achieve your goals?
Can VR help you achieve your goals?
Summary: A Max Planck researcher has developed VR and smartphone tools that let you "meet" your future self. The science behind it is more powerful than it sounds.
Germany records rise in sexual violence against children
Germany records rise in sexual violence against children
Summary: Reported cases of child sexual abuse in Germany climbed to more than 17,000 last year, marking an increase from previous years, authorities say.
'Antifa' song climbs to top of charts after TV show cancellation
'Antifa' song climbs to top of charts after TV show cancellation
Summary: German rapper Danger Dan and pianist Igor Levitt had been invited to play a song for the 100th episode of a political satire show on TV. The performance was canceled at the last minute due to its message.
Why the youth jobs crisis is becoming global
Why the youth jobs crisis is becoming global
Summary: Young people in much of the world face growing competition for entry-level jobs as graduate numbers rise, hiring slows and AI-driven disruption adds uncertainty to career prospects.
How heat waves are messing with your sleep
How heat waves are messing with your sleep
Summary: Residents across Europe have struggled to sleep during the latest record heat waves. But as the planet continues to warm, sleep deprivation could create an epidemic of mental and physical ill-health.
Germany news: Merz hosts Azerbaijan President Aliyev
Germany news: Merz hosts Azerbaijan President Aliyev
Summary: Talks between the German chancellor and Ilham Aliyev have focused on energy. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt will present a report on sexual offenses against children.
AliExpress hit with record EU fine
AliExpress hit with record EU fine
Summary: The Chinese retailer has become the latest major online marketplace to face penalties under the EU’s Digital Services Act.
England and Liverpool football legend Kevin Keegan dies aged 75
England and Liverpool football legend Kevin Keegan dies aged 75
Summary: English former striker and manager Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer. He was a two-time European footballer of the year with Hamburg.
Russia says bus strike kills 5 in border region with Ukraine
Russia says bus strike kills 5 in border region with Ukraine
Summary: The strike comes as Ukraine launched more than hundreds of drones at Moscow after a Russian missile barrage on Kyiv, as President Zelenskyy sought to calm growing tensions over Ukraine’s military leadership.
UN chief Guterres to visit Cyprus in bid to revive peace talks
UN chief Guterres to visit Cyprus in bid to revive peace talks
Summary: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Cyprus next week in what is seen as an effort to kickstart the stalled peace process. Why now? What is known about the plan? And what might be different this time round?
Why a 90-year-old treaty limits NATO in the Black Sea
Why a 90-year-old treaty limits NATO in the Black Sea
Summary: A 90-year-old treaty still shapes the balance of power in the Black Sea. As Ukraine fights on against Russia, can NATO project power into waters it can't enter freely?
Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's new prime minister
Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's new prime minister
Summary: Andy Burnham has been sworn in as the successor to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham, the former Manchester mayor, has become a leading figure in the Labour Party and one of the UK's most popular politicians.
How 'blue dot fever' is affecting concerts
How 'blue dot fever' is affecting concerts
Summary: Live music remains popular, but many concerts are struggling with unsold tickets and cancellations. While superstars fill stadiums, smaller venues and acts are facing a crisis.
Germany news: Resistance to Nazi terror commemorated
Germany news: Resistance to Nazi terror commemorated
Summary: Monday marks 82 years since "Operation Valkyrie," the failed attempt on Adolf Hitler's life in 1944. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Wadephul is heading to Africa on official business.
Taking stock of 2026 World Cup: Football's biggest show yet
Taking stock of 2026 World Cup: Football's biggest show yet
Summary: A worthy world champion, a call from the US president, security concerns and a few pleasant surprises: The biggest World Cup ever is now over. So what will we remember about the 2026 World Cup?
Spain wins second World Cup after beating Argentina in final
Spain wins second World Cup after beating Argentina in final
Summary: After a 16-year wait, Spain has claimed a second men's World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the winner in a deserved 1-0 victory over Argentina, which means Spain is now men's and women's world champions.
New Bundesliga TV deal in US prioritizes reach over money
New Bundesliga TV deal in US prioritizes reach over money
Summary: The Bundesliga has a new home on American screens after Germany's top football league left ESPN. The new deal is a sign of the times.
Spain: Emergency crews battle wildfire north of Madrid
Spain: Emergency crews battle wildfire north of Madrid
Summary: More than 25 firefighting planes have been deployed to battle the blaze in central Spain, which has been raging for three days.
EU ban on destroying unsold clothes takes effect
EU ban on destroying unsold clothes takes effect
Summary: Under new rules to reduce waste, large companies across the European Union can no longer dispose of unsold clothes, accessories and footwear.
China firm seeks damages over state control of British Steel
China firm seeks damages over state control of British Steel
Summary: The UK government took over British Steel last year to prevent the closure of the country's last primary steelmaking facility. China's Jingye Group, which bought the firm in 2020, claims it is owed compensation.
Russian deserters struggle to win asylum in Germany
Russian deserters struggle to win asylum in Germany
Summary: Very few Russian deserters are granted asylum in Germany, despite reports of abuse and torture within the Russian military. DW spoke with a young Russian man who fears being sent back to the front lines.
Russia's largest ballistic assault of war rocks Kyiv
Russia's largest ballistic assault of war rocks Kyiv
Summary: Fires broke out across the Ukrainian capital after Russia's latest missile attack, which used the highest number of ballistic missiles of the war so far. Several people have been injured in Kyiv.
Germany: CDU's Jens Spahn resigns amid surrogacy controversy
Germany: CDU's Jens Spahn resigns amid surrogacy controversy
Summary: Surrogacy is not permitted in Germany and the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) opposes its legalization. Spahn and his husband had their child through a surrogate mother in the US.
Norway: Huge fire destroys 100 homes, sparks evacuations
Norway: Huge fire destroys 100 homes, sparks evacuations
Summary: Firefighters from other areas of Norway were drafted in to help tackle the blaze in the southern city of Drammen.
Reproductive medicine laws in Germany 'shockingly unjust'
Reproductive medicine laws in Germany 'shockingly unjust'
Summary: Infertility affects one in six women in Germany. However, access to reproductive medicine is not available to all. Surrogacy as well as egg donation are banned.
Why did Jens Spahn's surrogacy spark debate in Germany?
Why did Jens Spahn's surrogacy spark debate in Germany?
Summary: Jens Spahn, a key ally of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is stepping down amid a controversy surrounding his decision to have a child via a surrogate mother. He had opposed legalizing surrogacy in Germany.
Germany cracks down on money laundering, tax fraud
Germany cracks down on money laundering, tax fraud
Summary: The German government plans to crack down on tax fraud, money laundering and illegally acquired assets with more audits and stiffer penalties.
Germany's 5,000 heat deaths: What the numbers reveal
Germany's 5,000 heat deaths: What the numbers reveal
Summary: More than 5,100 people in Germany died from heat-related causes this year until the end of June, the Robert Koch Institute reports. But how can researchers prove that someone died because of soaring temperatures?
Merz and Macron: A Franco-German week of harmony
Merz and Macron: A Franco-German week of harmony
Summary: Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron did everything they could this week to demonstrate a close partnership. This is likely because both fear that the next French president could be nationalist Marine Le Pen.
Cities are getting smarter about water and other eco wins
Cities are getting smarter about water and other eco wins
Summary: From flood-resistant infrastructure to new ways of securing drinking water, cities are adapting to the growing climate pressures of a hotter, drier world. Plus, tourists pitching in to help sea turtles.
How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK's international role
How new PM Andy Burnham will change UK's international role
Summary: From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain's new prime minister on Monday. How will the former mayor of Manchester tackle international affairs?
The EU climate policy the world copied is under fire — what's at stake?
The EU climate policy the world copied is under fire — what's at stake?
Summary: The EU Commission has proposed to weaken Europe's emissions trading system, a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. How effective is the scheme and where does it fall short?
How AI and satellites help fight wildfires
How AI and satellites help fight wildfires
Summary: Wildfires are raging across Europe, Canada and beyond. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. A German startup uses satellite data and AI to spot fires early.
Iran's oil supply threat extends beyond Strait of Hormuz
Iran's oil supply threat extends beyond Strait of Hormuz
Summary: Oil and gas producers in the Gulf are seeking alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz as traffic again comes under fire. But is Iran also turning its attention to the pipelines meant to bypass the waterway?
German tenants need better heat protection
German tenants need better heat protection
Summary: Heat waves are becoming longer, hotter and more frequent. Record temperatures have left many tenants struggling. Now Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said the building law needs to be amended.
Germany massively expands federal police powers
Germany massively expands federal police powers
Summary: The German government has increased the powers of its federal police, especially in the use of AI, surveillance and drone defenses. But experts warn of constitutional challenges.
Germany may make it illegal to deny Israel's right to exist
Germany may make it illegal to deny Israel's right to exist
Summary: Germany's upper house of parliament, the Bundesrat, has introduced a bill seeking to ban the questioning of Israel's right to exist. It is now up to the lower house to decide whether to turn it into law.
US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming
US slaps 25% tariffs on Brazil with election looming
Summary: The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme Court struck down its prior impositions.
AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up
AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up
Summary: Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it catch up.
Will gold prices extend their record-breaking run?
Will gold prices extend their record-breaking run?
Summary: Predictions suggest the price of the precious metal will keep hitting new record highs as investors seek a safe bet in turbulent times. Some forecasts say prices could double within five years.
East-West border death zone now Germany's biodiversity oasis
East-West border death zone now Germany's biodiversity oasis
Summary: Many endangered species now live in the area that once formed the border between East and West Germany. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider recently visited the "Green Belt," and DW went along for the ride.
Could Russia be about to lose its grip on chess leadership?
Could Russia be about to lose its grip on chess leadership?
Summary: Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. But now two Germans are vying for FIDE's top job.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes appeal to AfD voters
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes appeal to AfD voters
Summary: Germany's chancellor has insisted that his coalition has "regained its footing" — despite dismal poll numbers. Friedrich Merz also cautioned against voting for the far-right AfD party.
England vs. Argentina: A football rivalry full of history
England vs. Argentina: A football rivalry full of history
Summary: From the Falkland Islands to Diego Maradona and David Beckham, there is so much history between the two 2026 World Cup semifinalists.
Running dry: How to store more groundwater for dry seasons
Running dry: How to store more groundwater for dry seasons
Summary: More frequent weather extremes are leading to water shortages during droughts and flooding during heavy rain. But groundwater storage can help secure water for dry seasons while mitigating extreme rain.
Why Indonesia's economy is under pressure
Why Indonesia's economy is under pressure
Summary: Southeast Asia's largest economy risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle markets. Can he deliver growth?
150 years of the Bayreuth Festival: Confronting a troubled legacy
150 years of the Bayreuth Festival: Confronting a troubled legacy
Summary: Should the past be confronted — or avoided? Why the Wagner festival's handling of its Nazi-era legacy remains a contentious issue in its 150th anniversary year.
Germany's Merz receives death threat from Iranian newspaper
Germany's Merz receives death threat from Iranian newspaper
Summary: In retaliation for Khamenei's death, a Tehran daily listed 13 world leaders, including German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as targets. Politicians voiced concern.
T. rex 'Gus' sells for record-breaking $50.1 million
T. rex 'Gus' sells for record-breaking $50.1 million
Summary: The Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton surpassed its pre-sale estimate and set a new auction record for a dinosaur fossil.
Micronutrients are good, a balanced diet is better
Micronutrients are good, a balanced diet is better
Summary: Chronic illnesses, heart disease, obesity ― we know eating too much of the wrong foods can be unhealthy. But what about "good" foods: Is modern farming diluting micronutrients in our fruit and vegetables?
Germany's Ahr Valley: Rebuilding better after deadly flood
Germany's Ahr Valley: Rebuilding better after deadly flood
Summary: New walls, redesigned bridges and restored floodplains: Towns in a small German valley are testing how they can survive the next extreme flood.
Germany set to restrict its Freedom of Information Act
Germany set to restrict its Freedom of Information Act
Summary: Critics fear the reforms could weaken government transparency by curbing civil society's access to official information and limiting requests from foreigners.
World Cup: Balogun red and expansion keep FIFA in spotlight
World Cup: Balogun red and expansion keep FIFA in spotlight
Summary: The fallout from Folarin Balogun's red card reversal continues as reports suggest the chairman of FIFA’s disciplinary committee made the decision unilaterally. Meanwhile, the World Cup could be set to expand once more.
Are German companies leaving the country?
Are German companies leaving the country?
Summary: Should I stay or should I go? Given Germany's high cost and sluggish growth, some business leaders are mulling relocating, or at least investing abroad. DW has a look at the numbers.
California's largest lake is turning to dust
California's largest lake is turning to dust
Summary: The Salton Sea is drying up, worsening air pollution for nearby communities. Officials are racing to contain it, but for some families, it's already too late.
Heat is especially hard on people taking antidepressants
Heat is especially hard on people taking antidepressants
Summary: High temperatures can increase the risk of dizziness, dehydration, exhaustion and other heat-related problems for people taking antidepressants.
Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech
Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech
Summary: Supermarket billionaire Dieter Schwarz is investing billions in his cloud company, Schwarz Digits, to rival Google, Microsoft and Amazon.
Ukraine's Bidnyi 'outraged' by Russia's Olympic return
Ukraine's Bidnyi 'outraged' by Russia's Olympic return
Summary: In exclusive comments to DW, Ukraine's sports minister, Matviy Bidnyi, said he is outraged by the IOC opening the door to Russia's return to the Olympics
When London stank to high heaven
When London stank to high heaven
Summary: In 1858, London sweltered through an unbearable heat wave. The River Thames reeked so badly it left people gasping for air. "The Great Stink" went down in history — and ultimately gave London a modern sewer system.
Vegan pregnancy tests and other eco wins this week
Vegan pregnancy tests and other eco wins this week
Summary: Keeping cool in the heat with a millennia-old tradition in India, a German company making animal-free medical tests, and building from bottles in Mozambique.
Why the World Cup can be good for your mental health
Why the World Cup can be good for your mental health
Summary: The World Cup can offer more than just entertainment, it can also benefit your mental well-being. DW explains why.
What's behind Germany's World Cup woes?
What's behind Germany's World Cup woes?
Summary: Germany have endured three straight disappointing World Cups. Experts say the reasons why are connected to football, but also to German society.
What happens when your fun-loving grandfather — a good husband, an upright citizen — turns out to have been a Nazi?
What happens when your fun-loving grandfather — a good husband, an upright citizen — turns out to have been a Nazi?
Summary: Since millions of NSDAP membership cards have been made available online, many Germans have been surprised to discover that their ancestors weren't always as innocent as family stories had led them to believe.
Bonnie Tyler, singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75
Summary: The Welsh singer was best known for the 1980s rock opera hit, along with other songs, including "It's a Heartache."
Is the Strait of Hormuz still Iran's trump card?
Is the Strait of Hormuz still Iran's trump card?
Summary: Iran's latest attacks show it can easily disrupt shipping, energy markets and draw in Gulf neighbors. DW asks how much leverage Tehran really has over Washington and if its high-risk strategy could backfire.
Egypt's wrath after World Cup exit: 'The match was rigged'
Egypt's wrath after World Cup exit: 'The match was rigged'
Summary: Egypt were left seething by their narrow and dramatic round-of-16 defeat against Argentina. Coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of favoring the defending World Cup champions.
Assassin's Creed: Why pop culture is hooked to pirates
Assassin's Creed: Why pop culture is hooked to pirates
Summary: Pirates have captured our imagination for centuries. With "Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced," gamers can now head off on another pirate adventure. How has our concept of pirates evolved with pop culture?
The Australian tree supercharging global wildfires
The Australian tree supercharging global wildfires
Summary: As Europe experiences another summer of extreme heat and wildfire warnings, one tree imported from Australia is coming under renewed scrutiny across the world: eucalyptus.
Brain tumors: New vaccine offers patients hope for more time
Brain tumors: New vaccine offers patients hope for more time
Summary: A new therapy offers people with seemingly incurable brain tumors scope for hope: It could slow the progression of the disease and extend patients' lives.
Conflict, climate change, cash-strapped: Why poverty persists
Conflict, climate change, cash-strapped: Why poverty persists
Summary: With just under five years left to complete the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, a new report shows what's hampering progress. And what the solutions are.
Heat-resistant housing: How we need to adapt our homes
Heat-resistant housing: How we need to adapt our homes
Summary: In Germany, it is time to rethink and rebuild. Many apartments were not designed for heat waves. Fortunately, there are ways to adapt existing buildings to the changing climate — but air conditioning isn't the best.
Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator
Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator
Summary: A Paraguayan lawmaker has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player.
Could football break away from FIFA and its World Cup?
Could football break away from FIFA and its World Cup?
Summary: FIFA’s actions at the World Cup, and closeness to Donald Trump, have put the organization under fire. Federations, fans, coaches and players have gone public with complaints, but is there a way out?
Why Volkswagen's huge workforce became a costly burden
Why 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?
World Cup 2026: Trump, FIFA and the Balogun controversy
World Cup 2026: Trump, FIFA and the Balogun controversy
Summary: One of the few certainties of World Cup football has been rocked after Donald Trump lobbied FIFA to overturn a US red card suspension. The decision has caused outrage but it isn't completely without precedent.
Fashion against fascism: When trademarks deter neo-Nazis
Fashion against fascism: When trademarks deter neo-Nazis
Summary: In Germany, where Nazi symbols are banned, activists are using trademark law to fight far-right merchandise.
Chinese Tianwen-2 space probe reaches asteroid for sampling
Chinese Tianwen-2 space probe reaches asteroid for sampling
Summary: After a yearlong flight of a billion kilometers, a Chinese space probe is set to take samples from an asteroid. The mission is part of what President Xi Jinping calls the country's "space dream."
European space telescope Euclid spots oldest quasars yet
European space telescope Euclid spots oldest quasars yet
Summary: Think of quasars as time machines. Rare but revealing. They are light from the beginnings of the universe that let astronomers investigate how early galaxies formed.
Why US train travel lags behind Asia and Europe
Why US train travel lags behind Asia and Europe
Summary: As flights get pricier and gas prices stay high, more US travelers are turning to trains — and hitting a system built for freight, not people.
Free electricity in Australia, and the week's other eco wins
Free electricity in Australia, and the week's other eco wins
Summary: Germans save an ancient woodland from coal mining, Australia gives away surplus solar power, and how one city became the world's best place for cyclists?
Far-right AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Far-right AfD threatens eastern Germany's energy transition
Summary: Germany's far-right AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Businesses in eastern Germany warn that its policies could harm the economy.
Sick leave: Germany rising but not the worst in Europe
Sick leave: Germany rising but not the worst in Europe
Summary: Sick leave in Germany has hit a new record, with workers taking an average of nearly 20 days off per year. As Chancellor Merz cracks down, how does the country's absenteeism compare to other countries?
The downfall: Julian Nagelsmann out as Germany coach
The downfall: Julian Nagelsmann out as Germany coach
Summary: The German Football Associationand national team coach Nagelsmann have parted ways after Germany's poor display at the 2026 World Cup.
As heat waves loom, scientists wonder how humans will adapt
As heat waves loom, scientists wonder how humans will adapt
Summary: Temperatures are set to soar in the US around the July 4 holiday, a week after Europe struck new records. With experts predicting more intense and more frequent heat waves in the future, can our bodies adapt?
Is Mexico the 2026 World Cup's best host country?
Is Mexico the 2026 World Cup's best host country?
Summary: Mexico has fully embraced its role as a World Cup host. Visitors are raving about the atmosphere and say they wish that there were more knockout-stage matches in Mexico as opposed to in the United States.
US declines to renew USMCA trade pact with Mexico, Canada
US declines to renew USMCA trade pact with Mexico, Canada
Summary: Lengthy negotiations are expected as the Trump administration seeks changes to a trade deal with Mexico and Canada that has streamlined supply chains across North America.
Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economies
Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economies
Summary: The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Success hinges on giving consumers an easy-to-use payment system without prompting a flight from bank savings.
Germany saves forest from mining, US opens land to drilling
Germany saves forest from mining, US opens land to drilling
Summary: Germans have won a fight to keep a coal mine out of an ancient forest. In the US, the Trump administration is opening protected lands for drilling and development.
Portugal's 'golden visa' delays spark legal fight
Portugal's 'golden visa' delays spark legal fight
Summary: After waiting years for their "golden visas," investors are taking Portugal to court. Tougher citizenship rules have added fuel to the growing dispute.
Art biennial Manifesta revives Germany's postwar churches
Art biennial Manifesta revives Germany's postwar churches
Summary: Following the destruction of World War II, around 1,000 new churches were built in Germany's Ruhr region. Today, many stand empty, but the contemporary art show Manifesta is giving them a new lease on life.
Comedy legend Mel Brooks turns 100
Comedy legend Mel Brooks turns 100
Summary: A parody of Adolf Hitler in the landmark 1968 movie "The Producers" was just the beginning for US actor Mel Brooks. The 100-year-old comedian is still on a roll today.
Creative climate messaging and other eco wins of the week
Creative climate messaging and other eco wins of the week
Summary: An artist in Mali and climate scientists in the US are finding new ways to inform the public about the climate crisis.
Wagner festival reinstates Holocaust memorial event after cancellation
Wagner festival reinstates Holocaust memorial event after cancellation
Summary: The Bayreuth Festival had canceled a planned memorial lecture featuring Jewish author and broadcaster Michel Friedman, drawing sharp criticism.
Bayer: Why so many Roundup weedkiller lawsuits?
Bayer: Why so many Roundup weedkiller lawsuits?
Summary: Bayer was sued for failing to add cancer warnings to its controversial pesticide Roundup when US regulators opposed adding one. DW asks if the latest Supreme Court win will shield the chemical giant from paying billions.
Here's what southern Europeans know about surviving heat waves
Here's what southern Europeans know about surviving heat waves
Summary: People in countries like Greece, Italy and Spain have long lived with high temperatures. Here's what more northerly countries can learn from them about managing heat waves as they become more common.
