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Germany plans to address growing use of date-rape drugs
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Japan and China trade accusations at Shangri-La Dialogue
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Brazil is set to cut in on China's rare earths dominance
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Japan shrugs off China's 'new militarism' label
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Germany news: Most expect AfD state premier after elections
Most people in Germany expect a premier from the far-right AfD to lead at least one state after elections in the autumn, a survey has found. The Brenner Pass linking Austria and Italy has reopened. DW...
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India news: BrahMos missile deal signed with Vietnam
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Swing Youth: In Nazi Germany, jazz was an act of defiance
The Nazis denounced jazz music as "degenerate art," despite its widespread popularity in Germany. As the Nazis clamped down on expression, groups of jazz-loving teenagers formed the Swing Youth to reb...
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Goodbye, Norma Jeane: How Marilyn Monroe changed Hollywood
Long seen primarily as a sex symbol, Marilyn Monroe is now viewed as an early advocate for women in Hollywood. On the 100th anniversary of her birth, DW looks at the star who balanced fame and feminis...
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Iran war: Trump toughens terms for potential deal — reports
President Donald Trump has reportedly asked for edits to a tentative agreement with Iran and sent it back to Tehran for its consideration. DW has the latest.
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A meteor broke apart over Massachusetts in the US. Several people reported that the buildings they were in shook during the incident.
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Ukraine: IAEA seeks access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant after reported drone strike
Russia claims that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Ukraine has denied the accusation. The IAEA has sought to examine the facility.
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Venezuela opposition candidate Gonzalez urges new elections
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Serbia: Police clash with protesters urging early elections
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Germany news: Alpine pass reopened after large protest
Thousands of people took part in the blockade of Brenner Pass, an Austrian road linking Germany and Italy. Meanwhile, a German minister is looking to crack down on screen time for children. DW has mor...
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Turkey: Ousted CHP leader draws thousands for Ankara rally
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Iran war: US says ready to resume hostilities, Hegseth warns
The United States is "more than capable" of resuming the war with Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said as a permanent ceasefire remains elusive. DW has more.
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'From collection to connection': How museums are redefining themselves
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Film funding bill to support blockbusters made in Germany
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Germany news: Large demonstration blocks Alpine pass
A demonstration is being staged at a major pass through the Alps in protest at the volume of traffic. And a German minister is looking to crack down on screen time for kids. DW has more.
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Germany: Vaping becoming more popular among young people
A recent study shows that e-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular among young people in Germany, with even elementary school kids picking up vapes. Health experts are alarmed.
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WHO chief visits Ebola epicenter in eastern DR Congo
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What Hungary must do to receive EU funds frozen under Orban
Prime Minister Peter Magyar and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a deal that could free up over €16 billion in EU funds for Hungary. Now, Magyar's new government needs to d...
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India news: Myanmar president arrives to boost ties
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Russia recalls Armenia ambassador over EU ties
It comes a day after Putin warned Armenia against seeking EU membership and alluded to the "Ukrainian scenario." Yerevan historically has strong ties to Moscow but has pivoted to the West in recent ye...
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Laos: Five people rescued from flooded cave
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Germany: Record numbers take German passport in 2025
A record number of people received a German passport in 2025, a media report says. Numbers have been rising since Germany changed citizenship requirements in 2024.
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Malta votes in snap parliamentary election
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Germany reaches out to Gulf states over Iran war
Germany no longer believes it can play a mediating role in the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran. Instead, the German government is working to strengthen its ties with the Gulf states.
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Germany's 'rapid militarization' threatens basic rights
Ten human rights organizations say security interests are increasingly being prioritized over fundamental rights in Germany. The scathing criticism was presented in their "2026 Fundamental Rights Repo...
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India news: Myanmar president arrives in Delhi to boost ties
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Germany news: Chaos possible as demo blocks Alpine pass
A demonstration is planned at a major pass through the Alps, with huge traffic disruption possible. And a German minister is looking to crack down on screen time for kids. DW has more.
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Ghana approves law criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, advocacy
Ghana's Parliament passed one of the most repressive anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Africa. The law imposes prison terms on individuals who "promote" LGBTQ+ activities.
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Iran war: US says ready to resume war if no deal reached
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International aid cuts complicate Congo's Ebola epidemic
The scaling back of development aid has contributed to the inability to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. German organizations are calling for a major spending boost to h...
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Shangri-La Dialogue: Hegseth says 'no state, including China,' must dominate Asia
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth expressed alarm about China's military buildup in Asia. He also said the US expects its Asian allies and partners to increase defense spending to 3.5% of their GDP...
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Three Latvian mountaineers die on North America's tallest peak
Three climbers fell to their deaths near a perilous pass on Mount McKinley in the United States' Denali National Park and Preserve. One mountaineer was rescued.