Why is Hezbollah still important for Iran?
Although weakened, the Lebanon-based Hezbollah militant group remains a central piece of Iran's power projection in the Middle East. Tehran has insisted they be included in any peace deal with the US and Israel.
Germany news: Recession looms as Iran war chokes growth
Economists say Germany is edging toward recession as an energy shock caused by the Iran war takes a chunk out of growth. Meanwhile, police have carried out raids on a suspected international drug ring. DW has the latest.
Rising cyberscam losses expose gaps in EU response
Europeans are losing billions to online scams, yet the EU has been slower than the US, the UK and China in targeting the Southeast Asian networks behind many of them.
Philippines: Farmers race to keep up with global 'ube' craze
Ube, also called the purple yam, went from a nostalgic treat in the Philippines to an exotic item in cafes around the world. But the popularity means the crop supply is under pressure.
Neo-Nazi lost an east German election, but extremism remains
A neo-Nazi candidate surprisingly lost a mayoral election by a small margin in the eastern state of Saxony. Many are relieved. But one win doesn't make the extremism problem go away.
Germany: The surprising defeat of a neo-Nazi
A neo-Nazi candidate surprisingly lost by small margin in a local election in the eastern state of Saxony. Many are relieved, yet concern remains.
The strongest El Nino in more than a century may be coming
Warnings of a powerful El Nino weather pattern this year suggest that we may be about to face drought, flooding and extreme heat. What impacts are in store? And can we prepare for the worst of it?
Middle East: Iran targets US bases in retaliatory strikes
Iran is attacking US bases across the Persian Gulf. The missile launches follow a series of US airstrikes after Iran downed an Apache helicopter. Israel is continuing strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. DW has more.
Belfast stabbing suspect in court after night of protests
The suspect in the knife attack, a Sudanese man, has been remanded into custody. UK leaders have called for calm after the stabbing sparked anti-immigrant riots in Belfast overnight.
Kenya: LGBTQ+ community still here, still queer despite cuts
LGBTQ+ organizations in Kenya are struggling: Deep funding cuts, not just during Pride, have forced layoffs, shrinking services and tough choices. But organizations that serve queer communities are adapting.
Northern Ireland: Anti-immigrant riots erupt in Belfast after stabbing
The suspect in the knife attack, a Sudanese man, has been remanded into custody. UK leaders have called for calm after the stabbing sparked violent protests in Belfast overnight.
Pride month Kenya: Still here, still queer despite aid cuts
LGBTQ+ organizations in Kenya are grappling with deep funding cuts, which have forced layoffs, shrinking services and tough choices. Despite the struggles, the community says it is adapting.
'Disclosure Day': For Spielberg, aliens are not just fiction
As Steven Spielberg releases a new film on extraterrestrials, here's a brief history of modern alien conspiracies and why scientists are now taking UFO reports seriously.
'Disclosure Day': For Steven Spielberg, aliens are not just fiction
As the filmmaker releases a new film on extraterrestrials, here's a brief history of modern alien conspiracies and why scientists are now taking UFO reports seriously.
World Cup: Edin Dzeko still strong for Bosnia-Herzegovina
With so much unpleasantness surrounding this year's World Cup it's easy to forget that there's anything about it that can elicit a smile. But the story of Bosnia-Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko sure can.
World Cup 2026: Edin Dzeko still going strong for Bosnia
With all so much unpleasantness surrounding this World Cup it's easy to forget that there's anything about it that can generate a smile. Bosnia captain Edin Dzeko's story can.
Pakistan carries out new deadly strikes on Afghanistan
Pakistan has hit three Afghan provinces with airstrikes, according to the Taliban. The Afghan government reports that 13 civilians were killed in the fresh strikes, while Pakistan says it killed 26 militants.
War in Ukraine: Kyiv strikes key Russian supply lines
Russian troops rely on supplies via the land corridor to Crimea, but Ukrainian forces are now able to launch concentrated attacks along the critical route. Experts say this indicates growing Russian vulnerability.
Hitler's henchmen killed for promotions and recognition
The Nazi leader's followers were not monsters, but ordinary men. Philosopher Hannah Arendt had already observed this. Two researchers now provide the evidence.
India news: Modi becomes longest-serving elected PM
Narendra Modi has become the longest-serving elected prime minister of India. Follow DW for more.
