Are Syria and Israel about to normalize ties?
For the first time in decades, Syria and Israel have discussed the Golan Heights, Israeli troops in Syria and humanitarian aid for Syria's Druze community. Is this the beginning of establishing diplomatic ties?
US court throws out massive fraud penalty against Trump
A New York appeals court has ruled that US President Donald Trump will not be required to pay a $515 million (around €443 million) civil fraud penalty, eliminating one of his biggest financial liabilities.
US: Menendez brothers set to make case for parole
Lyle and Erik Menendez are convicted of brutally killing their parents in Beverly Hills in 1989, with their story often gathering media attention in the intervening decades.
Ghana: Singer Shatta Wale granted bail in Lamborghini probe
The dancehall music star was interrogated as Ghanaian officials pursue a major fraud crackdown in cooperation with the US. Wale's lawyers say the singer was not aware of any criminal links when buying the Lamborghini.
A tentative start for mass vaccine production in Africa
Since COVID, there've been growing initiatives in Africa to start producing vaccines and medicines locally, thus gaining greater independence from global supply chains. But are these schemes sustainable in the long-run?
US court throws out massive fraud fine against Trump
A New York appeals court has ruled that US President Donald Trump will not be required to pay a $515 million (around €443 million) civil fraud penalty, eliminating one of Trump's biggest financial liabilities.
EU-US deal set to lower car tariffs, no exception for wine
Following threats from Washington, the EU agreed to a 15% tariff on most of its exports to the US, including cars. European winemakers, however, are not happy with the trade deal.
'Sound of Falling' is Germany's entry for the Oscars
The Cannes Jury Prize-winning drama by Mascha Schilinski will represent Germany in the best international feature film category.
Village football academy helps Bangladesh women rise
The Rangatungi United Women's Football Academy, founded by one man in a remote village, has helped many girls overcome challenges on and off the pitch.
Taiwan's nuclear referendum reveals energy dilemma
Taiwan's vote on restarting its last nuclear plant highlights the island's struggle to balance energy security, environmental risks and geopolitical threats. DW unpacks the stakes behind the referendum.
Central Asian migrants face Russia’s cold shoulder
Russia draws millions of Central Asian migrant workers every year. But the 2024 attack on Crocus City Hall has sparked xenophobia and now it seems the workers are no longer as welcome.
Germany: Arrest made over Nord Stream pipeline explosions
The Russian-European gas pipeline was the target of a deliberate attack in September 2022.
Uganda agrees to conditional US migrant deal
Uganda said it would accept some migrants deported from the US, but not those with criminal records. The Trump administration earlier deported migrants to the third countries of Eswatini and South Sudan.
Germany updates: looking for soldiers, spies and nurses
Germany is ageing and needs new soldiers and spies to keep it safe, as well as nurses to tend to its elderly. Berlin is looking far and wide to fill gaps, from Indonesia to a games convention. DW has the latest.
Ukraine: Russia launches largest strikes in weeks
A large-scale Russian aerial assault targeted Kyiv and Lviv overnight, with nearby Poland scrambling jets to protect its airspace. Ukraine's Zelenskyy has said the assault is proof Putin does not seek peace. More on DW.
Yachts, saunas, swingers' clubs: Poland's EU funds scandal
Donald Tusk has boosted the Polish economy thanks to EU funds allocated after the COVID-19 pandemic. But opposition parties claim his government has misused the funds.
Carbon credits erase rare bird habitat in Estonia
Carbon credit projects are booming in Europe, but there are also some scams and unintended consequences. While claiming to compensate for emissions, not all schemes deliver what they promise.
New Zealand spy agency calls China 'most active' security threat
The spy agency report called China a particularly "assertive and powerful" actor. Beijing dismissed the "groundless" claims as adoption of a "Cold War mentality."
Why Trump wants US government stake in chipmaker Intel
The Trump administration has confirmed it is in talks to take a 10% stake in struggling semiconductor manufacturer Intel. Some say the move makes perfect strategic sense, but critics warn it could set a risky precedent.
Why the Trump administration seeks a stake in chipmaker Intel
The Trump administration has confirmed it is in talks to take a 10% stake in struggling semiconductor manufacturer Intel. Some say the move makes perfect strategic sense, but critics warn it could set a risky precedent.