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Could flattering AI make humanity turn on itself?

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 16:10
A study shows chatbots mirror users' politics, part of a broader tendency known as AI sycophancy. Researchers fear this could deepen polarization.

Germany news: Berlin officially withdraws Olympics bid

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 15:42
Berlin's decision to withdraw its Olympic bid means that only Munich and the western Rhine/Ruhr region are left in the running as potential Olympic hosts. DW has more.

Czech PM Andrej Babis reiterates importance of NATO for his country but rejects calls to increase defense spending

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 15:11
The US and NATO want Czechia to spend more on defense. Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis says Prague cannot afford faster increases, despite growing warnings about the threat from Russia.

'Pope fever' takes hold as Pope Leo visits France

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 15:03
Pope Leo XIV is expected to draw large crowds during his visit to France. As part of his trip to Europe, he's also set to address the continent's future and some of the challenges ahead.

UNGA: Netanyahu, Abbas to speak as Middle East dominates day

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:46
Israel's Netanyahu can expect to be greeted by protests, while the Palestinian Abbas will address the body via video after the US denied him a visa. Beyond the Middle East, rising sea levels will be on the day 3 agenda.

EU finally clinching trade deals with Southeast Asian states

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:40
After years of arduous negotiations, the EU is closing on a string of bilateral trade deals with countries in Southeast Asia. And yet, a bloc-to-bloc agreement between the EU and ASEAN remains a distant prospect.

Tensions between India and Bangladesh are in focus after Dhaka skipped the BRICS summit in Delhi

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:37
Bangladesh's absence from the BRICS summit in New Delhi has raised fresh questions about strained ties. Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's exile in India remains a major obstacle to normalizing relations.

Tensions between India and Bangladesh are is in focus after Dhaka skipped the BRICS summit in Delhi

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:37
Bangladesh's absence from this month's BRICS summit in New Delhi has raised fresh questions about strained ties. Ousted PM Sheikh Hasina's exile in India remains a major obstacle to normalizing relations.

India news: Cockroach party demands Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 14:28
CJP's Abhijeet Dipke has alleged that the removal of more than 130 million names from draft electoral rolls is designed to benefit the BJP and weaken opposition parties. DW has more.

Poland says Starlink station fire 'act of sabotage'

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 13:21
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said Warsaw believed the attack aimed to disrupt internet access for the Ukrainian military, calling it "an element of the next phase of hybrid warfare."

Morocco: Center-right PAM leads in parliamentary election

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 11:42
PAM is part of Morocco's outgoing ruling coalition and was founded by an adviser to the king. The moderate Islamist Justice and Development Party surged amid increasing voter apathy.

Germany news: Bundestag to discuss opt-out organ donation

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 11:29
Parliamentarians debate whether to change Germany's organ donation scheme amid a lack of supply. They will also consider reforms to expand the power of intelligence agencies. DW has more.

Germany: Economic institutes double growth forecast for 2026

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 11:11
Experts predict German GDP will double to 1.3% this year but warn of structural difficulties ahead. The picture is complicated, they say, especially because of uncertainty in the energy sector.

US judge blocks Trump ban of CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House, orders him to restore access

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 08:42
A judge has ordered President Trump to restore White House access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after he banned the media outlets from the premises.

OpenAI agent hacked Australia government portal: PM Albanese

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 07:42
The hack of Australian health data marks the world's first known breach of an AI-led breach of a government website.

Germany sets out plan to phase out fossil fuels by 2045

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 04:37
Germany sets out a plan to phase out coal, oil and gas by 2045, reaffirming a climate strategy focused on electrification.

Trump welcomes China's Xi for high-stakes summit

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 01:49
Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping to the US by greeting him personally on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews. The two are expected to discuss trade, AI, Taiwan and Iran during a three-day state visit.

Live updates: Trump welcomes Xi to Washington

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 01:49
Donald Trump welcomes Xi Jinping to the US by greeting him personally at the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews. The two are expected to discuss trade, AI, Taiwan and Iran.

Berlin Airport briefly suspends flights over drone sighting

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 22:43
Airspace over the German capital was closed for about 45 minutes after a drone was spotted on the runway. Flights have resumed but are experiencing delays.

Harvey Weinstein resentenced to 15 years for sexual assault

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 20:45
The disgraced Hollywood mogul was found guilty of sexually assaulting former production assistant Miriam Haley. The man whose case spurred the #MeToo movement awaits a separate sentencing in a California rape case.

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