Will life improve for Hungary's Roma community under Magyar?
Under Viktor Orban, the Roma community was kept at the very bottom of the social ladder. His successor is taking a stand against antiziganism. But can Hungarian Roma expect fundamental changes?
British artist David Hockney dies at 88
Considered a superstar of pop art, the UK painter was one of the world's most influential artists during his lifetime.
Trump says Iran deal coming soon, Tehran yet to confirm
The United States and Iran have signaled possible progress toward a preliminary deal to end the conflict. Claims of a draft agreement have come from President Donald Trump and Iranian state-linked media. DW has more.
Taliban arrest 30 women for violating hijab rules, UN says
The arrests come amid a growing struggle for women in Afghanistan who've been practically barred from society under Taliban rule.
Jonathan Tah's first World Cup and the long wait
The 2026 World Cup will be the Bayern Munich defender's first for Germany. This moment has been a long time coming.
India news: FM blasts Europe criticism of buying Russian oil
Defending India's energy ties with Moscow at a conference in Helsinki, India's foreign minister S Jaishankar said the US asked India to buy Russian oil. Also, a fire in Delhi killed three. DW has the latest.
Julian Nagelsmann: The coach struggling to speak to Germany
Considered German football's X factor during Euro 2024, head coach Julian Nagelsmann enters the 2026 World Cup with more questions than optimism.
Lab-grown Tyrannosaurus leather bag fails to sell at auction
The handbag promoted as the "world's first T. rex leather product" didn't find a buyer at auction. Is it more chicken than dinosaur?
Preaching and teaching in a warming world
US pastors, a Ugandan musician, and salmon-friendly tech delivered good environmental news this week.
Environment wins of the week
Good news about the state of the planet might seem to be in short supply but it's out there. Each week DW's environment desk brings you what went right.
South Korea: Ex-President Yoon gets 30 years for sending drones into North Korea
The verdict marks the latest legal blow for South Korea's impeached former leader Yoon Suk Yeol, who has already been sentenced to life in prison earlier this year.
Thai princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after years in coma
The Thai king's eldest daughter has died at the age of 47 after a prolonged illness, the royal palace said in a statement.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
Mexico won against South Africa after the opening ceremony in Mexico City which featured Colombian star Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy. Football fans are set for nearly 40 days of action across three countries.
Racist riots break out across United Kingdom
A video of a knife attack sparked racist riots across the Northern Irish capital Belfast on Monday, with violence has now spreading across the United Kingdom. Keir Starmer says there will be "no tolerance" for rioters.
Is there anything GLP-1 agonist drugs cannot do?
Every other month, researchers find new uses for GLP-1 agonist drugs, like Mounjaro and Ozempic — now even as a treatment for substance abuse. It's classic drug repurposing, a technique that saved lives during COVID.
Egypt's delicate balancing act in the Iran war
Cairo faces criticism from its Gulf allies that support against Iran has been lacking. But Egypt's priority is to shield its fragile economy from the fallout of a widening conflict.
Trump claims Iran deal close, Tehran says nothing finalized
US President Donald Trump cancelled threatened strikes and said a deal could be signed as soon as the weekend. Tehran, on the other hand, said "it has not reached a final conclusion."
Iran war: Trump calls off threatened strikes, says deal nearly done
Hours after promising to hit Iran "very hard," US President Trump has said he canceled the attacks, but added a naval blockade would remain in place. Follow DW for more.
Pope Leo bows to migrants' 'dignity' in Gran Canaria
The pope visited the port of Arguineguin, a flashpoint of a migration crisis in the Canary Islands. He argued European leaders cannot claim human dignity while allowing the Mediterranean to become an "unmarked grave."
Iran: From clerical rule to military capture
The Iran war and the country's change of leadership are reshaping Iran's power structure. Analysts say the Revolutionary Guard is emerging as the dominant force, weakening the system's clerical foundations.
