2023-02-13 10:32 |
Deutsche Welle |
China says US flew balloons in its airspace...
Beijing accused Washington of flying balloons over its territory "more than 10 times" since last year. Earlier this month, the US shot down what it called a Chinese surveillance balloon in its airspace.... |
2023-02-13 10:15 |
Deutsche Welle |
Ukraine war overshadows Munich Security Conference...
The Munich Security Conference is set to convene, one year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. In its annual report, the MSC warns of a growing divide between 'competing world orders.'... |
2023-02-13 10:12 |
Deutsche Welle |
Fact check: Russia's disinformation campaigns targets NATO...
In the battle for influence running parallel to Russia's war on Ukraine, the Kremlin has consistently taken aim at NATO. DW asked experts how the propaganda machine works.... |
2023-02-13 09:55 |
Deutsche Welle |
Is CEE winning its inflation battle?...
Countries in the EU's east have higher and more persistent inflation than their western neighbors. Current efforts in the region to boost growth with higher spending run the risk of fueling inflation.... |
2023-02-13 09:31 |
Deutsche Welle |
Iran releases renowned filmmaker Rasoulof from jail: reports...
Award-winning filmmaker Mohammed Rasoulof was arrested in July 2022. He had criticized the government's crackdown on demonstrators who were protesting over a deadly building collapse.... |
2023-02-13 09:31 |
Deutsche Welle |
Pregnant Rihanna makes spectacular Super Bowl comeback...
Popstar Rihanna returned to the stage at the 2023 Super Bowl halftime in Arizona, but her pregnancy overshadowed her performance.... |
2023-02-13 09:23 |
Deutsche Welle |
Paris Olympics: Dissident Belarusians abandoned by IOC...
The IOC faces growing criticism over plans to let Russians and Belarusians into the Paris Olympics. But athletes from Belarus who openly oppose President Alexander Lukashenko risk being left behind, whatever happens.... |
2023-02-13 07:51 |
Deutsche Welle |
International Condom Day: A brief history of rubbers...
Condoms are pretty great, preventing both diseases and unwanted pregnancies. They were first used in 3000 BC. Ancient Egyptians color-coded theirs while the Romans supposedly made them from the muscles of fallen enemies.... |
2023-02-13 06:34 |
Deutsche Welle |
Cambodia shuts down one of its last independent news outlets...
Prime Minister Hun Sen claimed that VOD, a news outlet, had slandered him and his son. He is one of the world's longest-serving dictators.... |
2023-02-13 04:32 |
Deutsche Welle |
Philippines says Chinese laser temporarily blinded ship crew...
The incident occurred last week near the Spratly Islands. It's the latest escalation in tensions between China and the Philippines in the disputed South China Sea.... |
2023-02-13 03:16 |
Deutsche Welle |
JUST IN — Kansas City Chiefs win Super Bowl LVII after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35...
The Chiefs defeated the Eagles 38-35 in Glendale, Arizona to secure their third Super Bowl in franchise history.... |
2023-02-13 02:56 |
Deutsche Welle |
Cyclone Gabrielle batters New Zealand...
New Zealand's largest city, Auckland, ground to a halt as Cyclone Gabrielle brought intense gusts and severe rainfall. More than 500 flights have been cancelled on the North Island.... |
2023-02-12 23:13 |
Deutsche Welle |
Berlin: Conservatives projected to win repeated vote...
Voters returned to polling booths across the German capital after a botched 2021 election was declared invalid. More voters picked the center-right CDU than any other party, but its candidate may not get to be mayor.... |
2023-02-12 20:52 |
Deutsche Welle |
Protesters stage huge rally in Madrid for better healthcare...
Hundreds of thousands flooded the streets of Madrid to protest what they see as a push by the conservative regional government to dismantle public healthcare.... |
2023-02-12 20:37 |
Deutsche Welle |
China reopening to swell Exxon, Chevron profits further...
The five largest Western oil firms announced nearly $200 billion in profits after the Ukraine war sent energy prices soaring. Strong Chinese oil demand could mean more huge payouts alongside calls for windfall taxes.... |
2023-02-12 18:50 |
Deutsche Welle |
Downed UFOs 'much smaller' than Chinese balloon — White House...
A White House spokesperson said the objects which were downed over Alaska and Canada will not be characterized until their debris is recovered. Canada's Justin Trudeau said investigators were hunting for the wreckage.... |
2023-02-12 18:50 |
Deutsche Welle |
US: Another 'unidentified object' shot down — lawmakers...
The object was shot down over Lake Huron, following two other such incidents over Alaska and Canada in recent days. Earlier, Canadan Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said investigators were hunting for the wreckage.... |
2023-02-12 17:42 |
Deutsche Welle |
Drug dealers post courtesy note in Paris high-rise — report...
The printed notice baffled neighbors at a Parisian district rife with drug activity. Drug dealers said they meant no disruption and were there "just to work."... |
2023-02-12 17:25 |
Deutsche Welle |
BBC head under pressure over loan to ex-PM Boris Johnson...
The opposition Labour Party called for Richard Sharp to step down after a report found he made "significant errors of judgment" in helping former Prime Minister Boris Johnson to get a loan worth nearly $1 million.... |
2023-02-12 17:18 |
Deutsche Welle |
Berlin: Conservative CDU projected to win repeated vote...
Voters returned to polling booths across the German capital after a botched 2021 election was declared null and void. The result is an upset for Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD.... |
2023-02-12 17:06 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany's CDU projected to win most seats in Berlin vote...
Voters returned to polling booths across the German capital after a botched 2021 election was declared null and void. The result is an upset for Chancellor Olaf Scholz's SPD.... |
2023-02-12 16:39 |
Deutsche Welle |
Cyprus vote: Christodoulides slightly ahead, exit polls say...
Major issues for Greek Cypriot voters have been the cost of living crisis, immigration and the peace process with the Turkish-dominated north. The ruling DISY party did not endorse either candidate in the runoff.... |
2023-02-12 16:39 |
Deutsche Welle |
Cyprus vote: Christodoulides to become new president...
Conservative Nikos Christodoulides is projected to become Cyprus' next president, after securing a small lead over his leftist rival Andreas Mavroyiannis in the runoff vote.... |
2023-02-12 16:29 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany sees shortage of graves for Muslim immigrants...
More than 5 million Muslims live in Germany, and one day many of them will die here. But suitable resting places are in short supply.... |
2023-02-12 16:07 |
Deutsche Welle |
On wind power, Poland tries to find happy medium...
After a period of unregulated wind power development in Poland, the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction. Now, hardly any turbines are being built in the country.... |
2023-02-12 15:03 |
Deutsche Welle |
Cyprus: Christodoulides, Mavroyiannis face off for top job...
Major issues for Greek Cypriot voters have been the cost of living crisis, immigration and the peace process with the Turkish-dominated north. The ruling DISY party did not endorse either candidate in the runoff.... |
2023-02-12 14:57 |
Deutsche Welle |
Exxon, Chevron profits to get China reopening boost...
The five largest Western oil firms announced nearly $200 billion in profits after the Ukraine war sent energy prices soaring. Strong Chinese oil demand could mean more bumper payouts alongside calls for windfall taxes.... |
2023-02-12 14:30 |
Deutsche Welle |
Turkey-Syria earthquakes: UN expects death toll above 50,000...
The death toll has passed 33,000, but people are still being pulled from the rubble. The focus has shifted to helping the survivors. DW has the latest.... |
2023-02-12 11:55 |
Deutsche Welle |
NATO chief Stoltenberg has 'no intention' of extending tenure...
Jens Stoltenberg — the alliance's top civilian official — is set to leave his post as planned later this year.... |
2023-02-12 11:23 |
Deutsche Welle |
DW Jazz Concerts: Richie Beirach and the Sirius Quartet...
In this episode, we present a concert with the American jazz pianist Richie Beirach and the New York City-based Sirius Quartet.... |
2023-02-12 09:32 |
Deutsche Welle |
Ukraine updates: Russia likely suffering highest rate of casualties since start of war — UK intelligence...
Britain's Ministry of Defense said a lack of trained personnel, coordination and resources could account for the high casualty rate. Ukraine also continues to suffer a higher attrition rate, it said. DW has the latest.... |
2023-02-12 08:28 |
Deutsche Welle |
Turkey-Syria earthquakes: UN fears death toll could double...
The death toll has passed 28,000 but people are still being pulled from the rubble. The focus has shifted to ways to help survivors. DW has the latest.... |
2023-02-12 07:50 |
Deutsche Welle |
In Cyprus, diplomats battling for Greek Cypriot presidency...
A center-right former foreign minister and a diplomat backed by a left-wing party are going head-to-head in a runoff election this weekend after no candidate secured a majority in the first round of voting on February 5.... |
2023-02-12 07:10 |
Deutsche Welle |
Berlin gears up to repeat botched election...
The unprecedented fiasco of Berlin's September 2021 election caused international headlines. Now the German capital is preparing to repeat the vote, with authorities doing all they can to repair broken trust.... |
2023-02-12 06:45 |
Deutsche Welle |
Bolsonaro considering return to Brazil in 'coming weeks'...
Ex-Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is mulling a return to his home country where he is the subject of several investigations.... |
2023-02-12 04:54 |
Deutsche Welle |
New Zealand braces for Cyclone Gabrielle...
The prime minister warned people to prepare for severe winds and strong rainfall. The storm has already caused damage on the tiny Australian territory of Norfolk Island.... |
2023-02-12 04:27 |
Deutsche Welle |
Tunisia: Activists, prominent businessman arrested by police...
Tunisian police arrested two political activists and a businessman amid growing concerns over political freedoms in the country.... |
2023-02-12 03:42 |
Deutsche Welle |
Iran: 44th anniversary of revolution disrupted by hackers...
The government in Tehran claimed victory over the protests sparked by the death of Jina Mahsa Amini. But Iranians abroad held large protests against the Islamic Republic.... |
2023-02-12 01:07 |
Deutsche Welle |
Harry Styles sweeps Brit Awards...
The singer, who took home four awards, acknowledged the lack of women on the best artist shortlist. The category is officially gender-neutral, but only men were nominated this year.... |
2023-02-11 22:22 |
Deutsche Welle |
JUST IN — Unknown object in Canadian airspace shot down, says Trudeau...
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that an unidentified object that violated Canadian airspace has been shot down by the US military.... |
2023-02-11 22:22 |
Deutsche Welle |
Unknown object in Canadian airspace shot down, says Trudeau...
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that an unidentified object that violated Canadian airspace has been shot down by the US military.... |
2023-02-11 20:14 |
Deutsche Welle |
Turks blame government negligence for quake devastation...
As hope of recovering survivors fades, many grieving Turks are asking why more wasn't done to prepare for the inevitable. DW spoke to people along the Turkish-Syrian border.... |
2023-02-11 20:01 |
Deutsche Welle |
IMF warns El Salvador of Bitcoin 'risks'...
The Central American country became the first worldwide to adopt Bitcoin as a legal currency in 2021. The IMF said the government should be more transparent.... |
2023-02-11 19:30 |
Deutsche Welle |
Union Berlin hot on Bayern's tail after RB Leipzig comeback...
When Union Berlin started the season well, most assumed they'd drop off soon. But that didn't happen. And it's still not happened, as Union made it five wins from five in 2023 after a comeback win over RB Leipzig.... |
2023-02-11 18:58 |
Deutsche Welle |
France: Air traffic controllers join pension reform protest...
Protesters walked off their jobs at Paris's Orly airport, causing around half of the scheduled flights to be canceled. Thousands marched across the country against the pension reform pushed by President Emmanuel Macron.... |
2023-02-11 18:27 |
Deutsche Welle |
South African rap star AKA gunned down outside restaurant...
Popular musician Kiernan Forbes, known as AKA, has been shot and killed in Durban on South Africa's eastern coast. The motive for the shooting was not immediately clear.... |
2023-02-11 18:05 |
Deutsche Welle |
Poland's Duda sends new judicial reform law for court review...
Poland hopes to unblock billions from the EU pandemic recovery funds with its new law on judiciary. While ruling lawmakers endorsed the changes, the struggle is not yet done.... |
2023-02-11 17:10 |
Deutsche Welle |
Turkey-Syria earthquakes: Grief 'slowly giving way to anger'...
Over 25,000 people have now been confirmed dead following earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Rescue teams from Germany and Austria have halted their operations due to the worsening security situation. DW has the latest.... |
2023-02-11 17:06 |
Deutsche Welle |
Bayern Munich win over Frankfurt underlines duopoly...
Bayern Munich eased past Eintracht Frankfurt to remain on Wolfsburg's tail and reaffirm the dominance of the top two. Frankfurt are improving but even star striker Laura Freigang admitted they are a notch behind.... |
2023-02-11 15:48 |
Deutsche Welle |
Hans Modrow, last communist PM of East Germany, dies at 95...
Modrow, a leading member of East Germany's Communist party, became prime minister in November 1989. He later served as a lawmaker in reunified Germany's parliament and continued advising the Left Party in his old age.... |