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Venezuela: 188 dead in devastating, back-to-back earthquakes

Fri, 06/26/2026 - 00:15
The president of the National Assembly has reported at least 188 deaths in Venezuela after two strong earthquakes rattled the capital and surrounding regions. DW has the latest.

US Supreme Court sides with Bayer over Roundup cancer suits

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 22:37
Bayer, which acquired Roundup in 2018, said the decision is good for science and farmers. The Supreme Court's ruling was met with backlash from both Republicans and Democrats.

Young people avoiding the news, Reuters report

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 22:16
An alarming number of young people are turning away from the news, according to the Reuters Digital News Report presented at DW's Global Media Forum. Despite this, the report's author says, "journalism still matters."

Latin America: Why are voters turning to the right?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 22:10
Far-right populists seem to be on the rise in Latin America after defeating leftist candidates in a number of recent presidential elections. Why are they so popular? And are they here to stay?

Iran: UK Navy reports cargo vessel hit in Strait of Hormuz

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 21:25
The reported attack has caused the UN maritime agency to halt its evacuations of seafarers stranded in the Gulf. Meanwhile, Rubio is finishing up his Mideast tour. Follow DW for more.

Ukraine, Poland smooth over WWII dispute at Gdansk aid forum

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 21:16
Ukraine and its European allies are looking to encourage investment in Kyiv's postwar recovery. The first tranche of an EU loan has already arrived with more deals on the table. But relations with Poland are strained.

Ukraine, Poland smooth over WW2 dispute at Gdansk aid forum

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 21:16
Ukraine and its European allies are looking to encourage investment in Kyiv's post-war recovery. The first tranche of an EU loan has already arrived with more deals on the table. But relations with Poland are strained.

Turkey journalists angered after NATO summit exclusion

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 20:01
Turkish outlets critical of Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government have been denied accreditation to cover the event in July. Press freedom groups called the development "alarming."

Sudan: Warnings mount over the risk of new mass atrocities

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 19:33
As Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces mass around the strategic city of el-Obeid, fears are growing of atrocities similar to those seen in Darfur's el-Fasher. Could sanctions still prevent bloodshed?

Germany considers 'opt-out' organ donor option

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 18:16
Germany is one of few European countries that still has an exclusively "opt-in" choice for organ donation — despite long waiting lists for organs. Now, parliament is debating a change.

Banning social media for teens: solution or overreaction?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:42
One in seven teens in the EU spends more than eight hours a day in front of screens, a new study shows. Are social media bans the answer?

The 'Flamingo Revolution': What's behind Albania's protests?

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 17:25
For weeks now, images of crowds of Albanians protesting on the streets have been relayed around the world. The protesters say they are fighting for democracy. PM Edi Rama insists the movement is part of a hybrid war.

Germany: Racism is almost a daily reality for Muslims

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 16:22
Insults, discrimination, violence, deaths: Experts warn of growing anti-Muslim racism in Germany — and criticize policymakers.

Human rights expert Philippe Sands wins German Peace Prize

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:38
From advocating for the law of ecocide to representing Palestinian rights, the descendant of Holocaust survivors tirelessly fights against genocide and crimes against humanity.

Family seeks justice after Indian sailor killed in US strike

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 15:15
After a US strike on a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman killed an Indian sailor, there are urgent questions about seafarer safety, accountability and India's response. DW spoke with the sailor's family.

Fact check: No, Zelenskyy wasn't killed in a Russian airstrike

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 14:12
Amid a flare-up in violence between Russia and Ukraine, viral posts claim Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has died. DW Fact check takes a closer look.

Europe heat wave: No respite as extreme heat continues

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:43
Some 101 million people in Europe will likely see temperatures above 35 C on Thursday, an analysis shows. And Germany is expecting things to warm up even more. DW has the latest.

Germany news: Deutsche Bahn advises against travel amid heat

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:32
Germany's national rail operator is allowing passengers to cancel trips because of the heat. Meanwhile, as Germany prepare for their next World Cup match, in-form striker Deniz Undav will stay on the bench. DW has more.

India braces for drought as El Nino looms

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:21
Officials and farmers in India are preparing for what meteorologists say could be the driest monsoon season in a decade.

India braces for drought as El Nino threatens monsoon rains

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 13:21
Officials and farmers in India are preparing for what meteorologists say could be the driest monsoon season in a decade.

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