Artemis II: NASA readies to launch astronauts to moon
NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on an approximately 10-day journey around the moon for the first time since 1972.
US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit
Donald Trump is the first president to appear at a Supreme Court oral argument, as he pushes to end birthright citizenship in the US.
Germany: Hope fades for stranded humpback whale's survival
Local authorities have announced that they will cease efforts to guide a young humpback whale to its home waters. Now a restricted area has been established to allow it to "die in peace."
World Cup 2026: Iraq qualify but Iran doubts loom
Iraq have overcome tough circumstances to reach the World Cup for the first time in 30 years, with the lineup now complete. But Iran's potential withdrawal still hangs over a tournament fraught with political issues.
Iran war: Trump says Iran's president asked for ceasefire
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied Trump's claim that a ceasefire has been requested. Meanwhile, an Iranian missile has wounded 14 people in central Israel, while Israel bombed Beirut, killing seven. DW has more.
Germany: Conservatives call cannabis legalization 'a nonstarter' as 2-year report is filed
Conservatives see a two-year report on Germany's partial legalization of cannabis as evidence that it's been a failure. While the findings may be more nuanced, researchers did identify several problems.
Is Pakistan setting up a buffer zone in Afghanistan?
Tensions on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border are escalating amid reports that the Pakistani government is trying to take over parts of Afghan territory.
Undiagnosed TB poses challenge for South Africa, Mozambique
Africa is making progress in reducing TB. But missed cases and drug-resistant infections are complicating the fight, particularly in South Africa and Mozambique.
Undiagnosed TB pose challenge for South Africa, Mozambique
Africa is making progress in reducing tuberculosis (TB). But experts say missed cases and drug-resistant infections are complicating the fight, particularly in South Africa and Mozambique.
Iran war: Strikes on steel deal painful blow to economy
The US-Israeli strikes on Iran's two biggest steel mills will likely harm Tehran's ability to wage war, but could also cripple Iran's economy in irreversible ways.
Spain: Anti-Muslim chants mar Egypt soccer friendly
Spain's national team coach and football association have condemned fans after "Islamophobic" chants were heard during a match against Egypt. Spanish authorities are now investigating the incident.
Germany's chancellor said 80% of Syrians should return to their home country in the next three years. Syrians in Germany are outraged.
According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.
Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment
According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.
Russian military plane crash in Crimea kills at least 29
The plane crashed in a mountainous forest area not far from Crimea's capital, Simferopol. Since the Kremlin sent troops into Ukraine, incidents involving Russian military planes have occurred frequently.
Cambodia: Alleged cyber scam boss extradited to China
Authorities say Li Xiong was arrested in Cambodia and deported at the request of Chinese authorities. He is linked to an accused scam center kingpin who was extradited in January.
Migrant boat capsizes in Turkey leaving 18 dead while 21 were rescued
Turkish authorities say the vessel attempted to evade its Coast Guard before sinking. At least 18 people drowned in the incident, 21 were rescued and an unknown number were missing.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump's politics put off German fans
Many German fans are torn on whether to travel to the US for this summer's major football tournament.
Trump's 2026 World Cup won't be a tournament for fans
The 2026 World Cup is being overshadowed by politics and there is widespread criticism of US President Donald Trump. Many German fans are not traveling to the USA at all, whilst others are going.
Germany news: New fuel price law prompts huge midday spike
Filling stations responded to the new limit of one daily price hike with a hefty 7.5 cent average increase. Meanwhile, the BND spy agency confused workers by announcing an extra holiday on April Fool's day. DW has more.
Germany news: New rules to tamp down gasoline price hikes
German gas stations will now only be able to raise pump prices once a day as costs spiral for motorists. Meanwhile, an umbrella group for German cities says skilled Syrian workers should be welcome to stay. DW has more.
