Nigeria: Gunmen kill worshippers in Katsina mosque attack
Armed men have stormed a mosque in Nigeria's Katsina state during morning prayers, killing at least a dozen people. Officials say the assault may have been a reprisal following earlier clashes.
Indian Prime Minister Modi hails progress made with China
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit at the end of August. It follows his meeting China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi this week.
German top politicians' cars exceed CO2 targets: study
If EU emissions targets for the car industry were applied to top German politicians' official vehicles, the fleet would fail, according to a climate body's new study. DUH said it was "emblematic" of German carmakers.
Nigeria vows to mirror US visa social media rule
Nigeria has announced it will impose reciprocal demands on US travelers after Washington said it would require social media disclosure from Nigerians seeking visas.
Aid worker deaths surge in Gaza, UN report says
In 2024, 383 aid workers were killed globally, more than a third of them in Gaza. It is a 31% increase on the previous year. Meanwhile, a key Qatari mediator stressed the urgency of brokering a ceasefire in Gaza.
Germany: Magdeburg market attacker charged with murder
Taleb A. is accused of six counts of murder and 338 counts of attempted murder after driving a car into a Christmas market in Magdeburg in December.
Divorce in Asia: Women grapple with cultural, legal hurdles
Divorce laws and social norms still largely disadvantage women in many Asian societies, causing severe emotional and financial strain.
Cholera: A resurgent, potentially deadly gut bacteria
While endemic in parts of Africa and South Asia, experts say conflict in Sudan and South Sudan has caused cholera infections to surge. The disease can be prevented and treated if detected quickly.
Who was thong inventor Rudi Gernreich?
The thong was created as a political statement by Austrian-born designer Rudi Gernreich, who didn't want to sexualize the body, but liberate it.
Rudi Gernreich: The man who invented the thong
The idea was not to sexualize the body, but to liberate it. The thong was invented by Austrian-born designer Rudi Gernreich. Like everything else in his life, it was a political statement.
Ukraine security guarantees: What is Germany's role?
After the EU-US summit on Russia's war against Ukraine, a debate is underway in Germany about security guarantees and what role Germany should play going forward.
India: Footballers' union urges solution to league crisis
Football in India is mired in chaos and uncertainty with the new season currently on hold due to a rights dispute. Now, after several clubs suspended their players' salaries, global union FIFPRO has demanded a solution.
What did Europe achieve at the Washington summit on Ukraine?
European leaders backed Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his return to the White House to press Donald Trump on security guarantees and block territorial concessions. How much progress did the talks bring?
Air Canada to resume service after 'tentative' agreement
Air Canada is set to "gradually resume service" after reaching a "tentative" agreement to end a flight attendants' strike. Staff had been on strike since Saturday over pay and unpaid work.
How wetlands help cities fight floods in Belgium
From Antwerp to Mechelen, restored wetlands act like giant sponges — soaking up stormwater and easing drought. How the plan works, how residents got on board, and what's still missing.
Ukraine updates: Allies consider future Zelenskyy–Putin talks
After meeting with President Trump, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicated he was ready to talk with Russian President Vladimir Putin. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the need for thorough preparations.
Germany updates: Police take on speeders, bikers; terrorists on trial
Germany's police and courts are off to a busy week with an autobahn speeder so drunk he busted a breathalyzer, raids on bikers and the trials of anti-government terrorists from the left and the right. DW has the latest.
What's behind the US's overt antagonism against South Africa?
South Africa has rejected a recent report by the United States on its human rights record. It's not the first time the country finds itself in the firing line of the US. What's behind it?
Gucci, Dior, Louis Vuitton face crisis as luxury sales slide
The personal luxury goods market is losing its luster. Recent sales figures show that the industry, which proved resilient after pandemic lockdowns, is slowing down. Is luxury finally going out of style?
How Helsinki cut traffic deaths to zero with help of smart city planning
The Finnish capital Helsinki went a whole year without a traffic fatality. Smart, data-driven city planning helped.