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Iran's 'new Hezbollah:' How powerful are the Houthis now?

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 22:22
After Houthi victories in Yemen, the group's importance in the US-Iran war has grown. Previously Lebanon's Hezbollah was considered most significant in Iran's "axis of resistance." Now the Houthis are rising to the top.

Ryanair boss apologizes for calling other airlines 'rapists'

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 22:14
The airline CEO had used the term to describe other airlines with high fares. His comments were criticized by officials both in Ireland and the UK.

Ebola: DR Congo outbreak not slowing, MSF warns

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 21:36
Doctors Without Borders has warned against premature optimism amid the DRC's largest-ever Ebola outbreak. "The outbreak is not shrinking, it is moving," an MSF official said, entering new and more underprepared regions.

Airport malaria in Germany remains infrequent

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 21:23
An outbreak of malaria at Frankfurt Airport this summer has raised alarm. Experts believe parasites probably arrived in a passenger's luggage. But with the onset of fall, the risks of contracting the disease are low.

Fact Check: False video alleges Berlin votes destroyed

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 21:15
A video claiming to show AfD postal ballots being destroyed has gone viral ahead of Berlin's September 20 election. DW Fact Check examines the footage, the accounts sharing it and how widely it is really being viewed.

Zelenskyy holds inaugural 'Carpathian Eight' regional summit

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 20:36
Zelenskyy said the summit was a "significant beginning" of a movement to strengthen ties with its neighboring countries.

German police probe arson attack on Wuppertal synagogue

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 18:45
The man detained shortly after allegedly trying to set fire to Wuppertal's synagogue made antisemitic comments to the arresting officers, prosecutors say. The 37-year-old Afghan citizen also had knives in his apartment.

Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 18:19
Buffett's son, Howard, will succeed him in the role. Buffett had earlier stepped down as Berkshire's CEO last year.

Ever more Israelis moving to and investing in Cyprus

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 18:08
Over the past three years, more and more Israelis have been purchasing property and investing in Cyprus, with many moving to the island permanently. How has this changed the Cypriot economy and how are locals responding?

Canada and EU: A look at the bloc's special relationships

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:26
Though Canada may be some distance from Europe geographically, closer political ties are in the cards. With talk of an associate membership, DW takes a look at other arrangements the EU has with particular countries.

Strait of Hormuz attacks spill oil into Persian Gulf

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:05
As war disrupts one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, satellite images reveal that oil is spreading toward protected coral reefs and mangrove forests.

Dual citizenship means Germany now in competition for talent

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 17:04
Coach Jürgen Klopp has named several players to his first Germany squad who are eligible to play for other countries. Some still aren't committed to playing for thje national team long-term.

France: Macron orders defense against Russian hybrid attacks

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:01
Emmanuel Macron said Russia's hybrid threat had "intensified" and called for plans to protect critical infrastructure.

Beethoven and Andy Warhol: Rebel icons on show in Bonn

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 15:57
The new exhibition "Beethoven by Warhol" at the Beethoven House in Bonn presents the pop artist's late masterpiece: a picture of Ludwig van Beethoven. The exhibition shares the story of the work with the public.

Pakistan suicide bombing targets police facility in Kohat

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 15:54
A police official said the explosion killed at least 16 people, injuring many more. The attacker targeted a police facility and damaged a mosque at the site. The president blamed the attack on the TTP Pakistani Taliban.

Germany: Is it possible to replace the chancellor?

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 15:49
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's record-low approval ratings have emboldened his opponents. There are three ways to remove a chancellor from office in Germany.

Germans have soured on Chancellor Merz — can they trade him?

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 15:49
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's record-low approval ratings have emboldened his opponents. There are three ways to remove a chancellor from office in Germany.

'No compromises': Far-right AfD has few potential partners

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 15:24
Germany's far-right AfD party is riding high after its latest electoral triumph in Saxony-Anhalt. But one question remains: Does it actually want to govern?

Philippines: At least 3 students killed in school shooting

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 14:33
Emergency services received reports of gunfire at the Banga National High School in southern Mindanao on Friday afternoon. At least three students were killed, including the suspected gunman.

Germany news: Fuel costs dominate debate ahead of polls

Fri, 09/18/2026 - 14:30
Germany's coalition government is grappling with record high fuel prices ahead of two state elections this weekend. Follow DW for more stories making headlines in Germany.

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