EU promotes sovereign, trusted AI as it struggles to catch US and China
At an international AI summit in Dublin, EU leaders promoted trusted and independent artificial intelligence. Critics question whether the bloc can close the gap with the US and China while maintaining strict regulation.
Europe promotes sovereign, trusted AI as it struggles to catch US and China
At an international AI summit in Dublin, European leaders promoted trusted and independent AI. Critics question whether the EU can close the gap with the US and China while maintaining strict regulation.
Formula One in Rwanda: Sportswashing claims vs. hopes for African legacy
Formula One will return to Africa for the first time since 1993. There is concern Rwanda are using it as another sportswashing opportunity, but there is also hope the event's legacy can impact wider African society.
California wildfires force evacuations near Malibu
A fast-moving fire near Malibu has forced evacuations. Stronger overnight winds threaten to spread the flames further.
Wildfire kills 4 firefighters in Indonesia's Mount Bromo national park
The latest victims of Indonesia's wildfires were trapped by thick smoke and fast-spreading flames, authorities said. Meanwhile, the toxic haze from the fires has spread to Indonesia's neighbors.
India's 'Cockroaches' to march again after protest crackdown
The Cockroach Janta Party has called on people to gather at New Delhi's central business district to wave the Indian national flag as it asserts a right to protest. DW has more.
Carney implies US trying to 'break' Canada amid vote for Alberta independence referendum
The oil-rich province of Alberta will vote to decide if it wants to remain a Canadian province or start the legal process toward separation.
Carney says US trying to break Canada amid vote for Alberta independence referendum
The oil-rich province of Alberta will vote to decide if it wants to remain a Canadian province or start the legal process toward separation. Carney warned that the US was trying the divide-and-rule tactic.
Oregon school shooting: Gunman kills 3 students and teacher before being shot dead by community member
A 16-year-old gunman opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher. Two others were wounded. A community member pursued and killed the suspected shooter, authorities said.
'Multiple victims' at elementary school shooting in US city of Bend, Oregon. Suspected shooter is dead, officials say
Three children, one adult dead in Oregon elementary school shooting, US media report. The suspected shooter is dead, but authorities have yet to confirm who shot the suspect.
Bus, train collide, injuring 19 at Channel Tunnel terminal
A minibus carrying truck drivers collided with a freight train near the Channel Tunnel entrance in France, injuring 19 people, two of them severely. Authorities launched an inquiry into what caused the accident.
Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro pleads not guilty to torture charges
Maduro and his wife were charged with leading a state-sponsored repression campaign that tortured scores of victims during his presidency from 2013 to 2026.
Self-replicating AI: Is your fridge a cybersecurity risk?
Anthropic researchers warn that AI worms could soon target connected household devices and spread from one device to another. Cyberattacks on French supermarkets illustrate just how vulnerable such systems can be.
Middle East updates: Houthis target Yemen government palace in Aden
Houthi rebels say they targeted Saudi military assets in a rare attack on the interim seat of Yemen's internationally recognized government. Meanwhile, vessels are again under fire near the Strait of Hormuz. More on DW.
Police raid the major pro-opposition Halk TV channel in Turkey
Turkish police raided the Istanbul headquarters of an important pro-opposition television station on Wednesdazy, the day that jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was set to start his defense against corruption charges.
Trump says execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamed
Trump said the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan can be viewed in person by families of the victims if they wish. The decision comes after bipartisan backlash regarding the Pentagon's plans to livestream the execution.
Russia arrests Swedish national, claims he's Ukraine fighter
Russian intelligence agents have arrested a Swedish man they say led a Ukrainian drone unit. He was detained at Russia's western border and is accused of planning acts of terrorism and sabotage.
Can Kenya preserve the democratic space Raila Odinga fought for?
One year after the former prime minister's death, Kenyans are reflecting on his contribution to democracy and national reconciliation. Odinga's "handshakes" with his political rivals remain the subject of much debate.
Resignation of Bärbel Bas shines light on harsh era of German politics
German Labor Minister Bärbel Bas has stepped down, citing her need to grieve a loved one and leave behind the harsh realities of government. So how did German politics get so heated?
Hamburg court jails 2 men over plot to attack Jewish leaders on behalf of Iran
The men were found guilty of espionage and attempted murder. According to the court, they planned to attack the president of the Central Council of Jews in Germany and president of the German-Israeli society.
