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Germany: Iraqi sentenced to life for enslaving Yazidi girls

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 11:07
The man and his former partner are accused of holding two Yazidi girls captive for years while subjecting them to forced labor, abuse and torture before handing them over to other IS members.

Renewed US-Iran war is hitting Gulf countries hard

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 11:01
After US strikes on Iran, Iran has targeted US allies in the Middle East. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have much to lose as fighting escalates.

India news: Repatriation underway after Vietnam boat sinking

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 09:58
The remains of the Indian tourists killed in the speedboat accident in Vietnam are set to arrive in Mumbai. Meanwhile, the top court heard a plea on a court-monitored probe into alleged the Ram Mandir donation fraud.

EU approves new passenger rights for air travel

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 09:29
EU ministers have approved a set of reforms giving more rights to air travelers. Among other things, compensation claims are to be made easier.

Sam Neill, Jurassic Park actor, dies 'unexpectedly' at 78

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 09:08
New Zealand actor Sam Neill achieved international fame playing Dr. Alan Grant in the 1993 film Jurassic Park. But his career included many other notable TV and film appearances.

Thailand: Bangkok bar fire leaves dozens dead

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 01:03
At least 27 people were killed in a fire at a bar in the Thai capital, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told local media.

Iran war: US carries out fresh strikes near Strait of Hormuz

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 01:01
The US army said the strikes near the vital waterway were intended to "degrade" Tehran's ability to attack commercial ships. Follow DW for more.

Venezuela: Almost 4,500 killed in quake, many more missing

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 00:18
As the official death toll from the devastating earthquakes which struck northern Venezuela last month continues to rise, authorities are planning temporary housing to shelter thousands of people left homeless.

Venezuela sets up temporary housing, as death toll rises to almost 4,500

Mon, 07/13/2026 - 00:18
As the official death toll from the devastating earthquakes which struck northern Venezuela last month continues to rise, authorities are planning to set up temporary housing to shelter thousands of people left homeless.

Sinner beats Zverev to retain Wimbledon title

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 22:39
Jannik Sinner retained his Wimbledon title by beating Alexander Zverev in Sunday's men's final. The Italian claims his fifth Grand Slam crown and extends his dominance over the German to 10 straight victories.

France opens terror probe after gun found in Jewish suburb

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 22:37
Police said they found a "military-grade weapon" during the search of a suspicious car parked in a Paris neighborhood with a large Jewish population.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy swaps out prime minister in reshuffle

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 20:03
The president announced a government shake up and that PM Yuliia Svyrydenko would step down after a year in office.

EU defense remains heavily reliant on the United States

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 15:37
There are many obstacles as EU governments seek to reduce their dependence on the US. DW looks at the European Unions's attempts to develop counterparts to Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, F-35 jets, and Starlink internet.

California's largest lake is turning into dust

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 13:31
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.

Germany's Ruhr Valley: Cities on brink of financial collapse

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 13:10
With tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling to make ends meet. One city that is particularly deep in the red is Oberhausen.

Germany's Ruhr Valley is on brink of financial collapse

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 13:10
With tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling to make ends meet. One city that is particularly deep in the red is Oberhausen.

Germany news: Neuschwanstein killer fights extradition to US

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 12:57
A man who murdered a woman at Neuschwanstein Castle says he fears execution in the US. Germany has been hit by another heat wave, though no records are likely to be broken this time, forecasters say. DW has more.

Qatar: Former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies at 74

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 12:18
The former Emir led Qatar's transformation from a small Gulf state into one of the world's wealthiest nations and oversaw the launch of Al Jazeera and the country's World Cup bid.

How a Jewish heir is taking on Germany's far-right AfD

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 12:11
Heavily supported in eastern states, the Alternative for Germany is using a GDR cultural icon, the Schwalbe moped, in its campaigning. Now, the Jewish heir of the manufacturer is fighting to protect his family's legacy.

US: Reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One stories

Sun, 07/12/2026 - 10:22
New York Times journalists who reported on security fears about the president's new Qatari-gifted plane have been called to court. The case raises concerns about press freedoms under the Trump administration.

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