France: Le Pen in court to appeal 2027 election ban
Marine Le Pen, the far-right heavyweight of French politics is seeking to overturn a court ruling that blocked her presidential bid.
Iran: International calls resume but internet still cut
Iranians can call the outside world again after over four days of a communications blackout and a brutal security crackdown that has killed hundreds of people. Follow DW for the latest.
Uganda election: Chances for change?
Ahead of Uganda's presidential election, optimists hope for change – others fear chaos, repression, and another term for President Museveni.
Germany news: Wadephul plays down US threat to Greenland
The German foreign minister met with his US counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington, saying afterwards US threats of action against Greenland were not "serious." DW has more.
Trump to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Machado
After winning the Nobel Peace Prize Trump had wanted and then being sidelined from a post-Maduro Venezuela, Machado is now set to meet with the US president.
German Chancellor Merz visits India's tech hub Bengaluru
Merz is due in Bengaluru, often called India's Silicon Valley, after meeting PM Modi in Ahmedabad. The visit comes just weeks ahead of plans to sign a long-awaited free trade agreement between India and the EU.
US: Minnesota sues federal gov't over immigration crackdown
The legal action comes after a 37-year-old woman was shot dead by a federal agent in Minneapolis last week. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says the federal government's actions have "made us less safe."
Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran's trading partners
US President Donald Trump announced a tariff of 25% on goods from countries doing business with Iran. The tariff announcement stands to impact China, Brazil, Turkey and Russia among others.
Mattel launches first Barbie with autism to promote inclusivity
Mattel creates a doll that it hopes represents some of the ways autistic people interact with the world.
Trump's feud with US Fed chair Powell rattles investors
Trump's fight with Federal Reserve Chair Powell just took a new twist — sending stocks and the dollar lower and lifting gold. DW looks into whether a new criminal investigation could put the Fed's independence at risk.
NATO talks Arctic security for Greenland amid US pressure
NATO is signaling it will take steps to bolster Arctic security as the Trump administration has claimed that threats from Russia and China are among the reasons that the US government seeks to take over Greenland.
Cannabis: Now you can measure how much is too much
At what point does smoking weed get dangerous? A British study measured cannabis consumption in THC units and determined which amounts increase health risks. The system comes with clear risk thresholds ― and weaknesses.
Germany and Iran: Merz calls Tehran leadership 'weak'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has dubbed Iran's suppression of protests "brutal and disproportionate." A government spokesperson in Berlin backed taking one step at a time, but many in Germany want faster action.
Xinjiang whistleblower faces deportation to China — lawyer
After documenting Xinjiang's Uyghur detention network, a Chinese dissident faces deportation to China, his lawyer says. His case highlights the clash between US immigration policy and human rights concerns.
Myanmar faces Rohingya genocide case: What to know
A landmark case accusing Myanmar of committing genocide against minority Muslim Rohingya has opened at the United Nations' top court. The outcome will have repercussions beyond the Southeast Asian nation.
In Zambia, Great Lakes defense chiefs talk DRC insecurity
Over the weekend, regional defense ministers met in Livingstone to address the worsening security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. However, an end to the fighting is not in sight.
Croatia reintroduces conscription after almost two decades
Croatia is bringing back compulsory military service for young men for the first time since 2008. What’s behind the shift — and could it signal a wider return of conscription in the Balkans?
As industry hiring slows and AI automation grows, EU workers are increasingly wary of switching jobs
The pandemic gave workers increased options as home offices became the norm in some fields. Now, with the EU experiencing industrial slowdown and AI automation, workers are growing increasingly wary of switching jobs.
European firms hit hiring brakes over AI and slowing growth
COVID-19 flipped workplace power toward employees as remote work became the norm. Today, with Europe's industrial slowdown and AI automation, workers are growing increasingly wary of switching jobs.
Cheating scandal hits Winter Olympics skeleton qualifier
An international sports governing body is investigating after a Canadian coach was accused of manipulating an event — depriving racers of qualifying points ahead of February's Winter Olympics.
