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Venezuela: 100 days with acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 18:38
After the US ousted Venezuela's leader Nicolas Maduro, Washington outlined a three-phase plan for the country. Now, 100 days into interim President Delcy Rodriguez's tenure, the question looms: Will she allow elections?

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 18:02
At Ukrainian-German government talks, Berlin reassures Kyiv it can continue counting on military, civilian, and humanitarian aid, even as political opposition and US cuts create challenges for sustained support.

Iran war: US blockade of Hormuz tests China's restraint

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 17:14
China, the largest buyer of Iranian oil, is weighing the fallout of the US naval blockade of Iran's ports and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Could Beijing be drawn into the conflict?

Why India walked away from its bid to host COP33

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 16:34
India has quietly abandoned its bid to host the UN's top-tier climate conference COP33, marking a shift from PM Narendra Modi's pledge in 2023. Experts and analysts explore what's behind the decision.

The German who recovered from a stroke to seal Olympic first

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 15:33
Kathrin Marchand was an elite rower for years before becoming a doctor. But a stroke at the age of 30 changed everything. Despite the challenges, she has now achieved something no other Olympian ever has.

Hungary: Orban election loss reverberates across Central Europe

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:57
Viktor Orban's crushing defeat in the April 12 election will have far-reaching consequences for Europe's political landscape — and especially for neighboring Czechia and Slovakia, which are run by his political allies.

Orban's defeat in Hungary reverberates across Central Europe

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:57
Viktor Orban's crushing defeat in the April 12 election will have far-reaching consequences for Europe's political landscape — and especially for neighboring Czechia and Slovakia, which are run by his political allies.

New whale sighting on German-Danish border

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:52
A Beluga whale has made its way from the coast of Denmark towards the border with Germany, according to local media. The sighting comes after a humpback whale stranded in the Baltic Sea captivated Germany last month.

Haiti: Several police arrested over stampede which killed 25

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:33
The arrests included five police officers. The deadly stampede occurred at a former military citadel in the north of the country.

Germany, Ukraine discuss drone deal as Merz hosts Zelenskyy

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:31
EU membership for Ukraine, European involvement in peace talks and a comprehensive ​bilateral drone deal were all on the agenda as Chancellor Merz hosted President Zelenskyy. DW has more.

Germany: Man found guilty in Pelicot-style rape case

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 14:15
A Chinese student has been found guilty of drugging and raping a woman in Munich over a period of months. The perpetrator was a member of a Telegram chat group where men organized rapes and shared images of their crimes.

Spanish premier calls for a stronger bond between China and EU on Beijing trip

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 12:59
Spain has been one of Europe's loudest voices calling for expanding trade with China and treating it as a strategic ally, rather than an economic and geopolitical rival.

South Korea sentences 90‑year‑old woman for money laundering

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 12:39
The woman was helping her son launder drug revenues while he was in prison in Cambodia. The court's one-year prison term took into consideration her age and clean record prior to the laundering.

The world ditched wasteful toilets, the US stayed behind

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 11:20
US toilets use far more water than many of their global counterparts. President Donald Trump is pushing to loosen water pressure standards, a move critics say would increase waste.

Germany news: Merz hosts Zelenskyy in Berlin

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 11:07
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his Cabinet are in Berlin on Tuesday for broad talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and German government ministers. DW has more.

Spanish PM Sanchez' wife charged with corruption

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 10:58
The case is based on a complaint by an anti-corruption group with far-right ties, and is the latest in a string of corruption allegations which have plagued Sanchez' inner circle.

Colombia approves cull of Pablo Escobar-legacy wild hippos

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 10:13
Decades after the drug lord brought in the first hippos for his private zoo, their descendants have become a threat to Colombia's ecosytem.

Canada: Carney secures majority after special election

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 09:23
The Liberal Party's two by-election wins secured a majority in Canada's parliament, allowing them to pass legislation without opposition support.

China: Evergrande property developer founder pleads guilty

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 09:16
China's property developer giant has become its also its most indebted and defaulted on most of its liabilities and payments in 2021. Founder Hui Ka Yan "pleaded guilty and expressed remorse," the court said.

Iran war: IMF slashes global growth forecast

Tue, 04/14/2026 - 08:52
The International Monetary Fund has warned that the world economy could be "thrown off course" by war in the Middle East and energy disruptions. DW has more.

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