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As Trump-Xi summit nears, Europe is caught in middle of US-China rivalry

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 21:40
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.

US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 21:40
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.

US news outlets sue Trump over White House ban

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 19:44
CNN, MS NOW, and Politico say the ban against them threatens press freedom and the right to independent journalism.

Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:47
Rising electricity demand, shocks in energy security and climate commitments are reviving long-stalled plans for nuclear power across Southeast Asia. But proponents of nuclear energy still face major obstacles.

Why gender-based violence persists in Southern Africa

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 16:42
A series of killings in South Africa has renewed scrutiny of efforts to combat violence against women. Activists say laws alone are not enough without effective implementation.

As US and China talk, middle powers jostle for position

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 15:58
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's export machine.

India's road rage: When cars become weapons

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 15:47
Road disputes are turning violent across India, raising questions about status and impunity behind the wheel for drivers of expensive cars.

Russia: Putin party retains majority in controlled parliamentary vote

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 13:48
Vladimir Putin's United Russia won just under 58% of the vote, the electoral commission said. Meanwhile, Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov won nearly 100% of the vote in elections in the Russian republic of Chechnya.

Germany news: Trial starts of ex-Transport Minister Scheuer

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 12:14
Former Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer is being tried for perjury related to a failed car toll scheme. And cherry farmers have brought in a bumper harvest. DW has more.

Pakistan says strikes in Afghanistan killed '28 terrorists'

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 11:44
The Afghan border provinces of Kunar and Paktika were struck overnight. Pakistan said 28 militants were killed, Afghanistan said three civilians died. This follows soon after an attack on police in Kohat, Pakistan.

Taliban says three killed in new Pakistan airstrikes on Afghanistan

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 11:44
The Afghan border provinces of Kunar and Paktika were reportedly struck. Pakistan last carried out deadly strikes on Afghanistan in June.

Germany's car crisis: Can the 35-hour workweek survive?

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 11:13
German carmakers want employees to work 40 hours instead of the current 35 without extra pay, arguing it would improve competitiveness. Unions strongly oppose the proposal and view it as an attack on workers' rights.

US proposes AI safety mechanism in talks with China

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 11:06
US Treasury chief Scott Bessent said there had been "successful" talks with China on trade and AI. The talks come amid growing fears that AI could pose an existential threat to humanity.

India news: India's medal tally at Asian games rises to six

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 10:34
Indian athletes won two bronze and two silver medals on the second day of the Asian Games in Japan. Meanwhile, more bodies were recovered after a flash flood in Kerala. DW has more.

Japan: Typhoon Dujuan sparks flood, landslide warnings

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 09:27
Evacuation advisories have been issued and hundreds of flights have been canceled in Japan, which is in the middle of a five-day holiday. The storm could dump record levels of rain on the country.

US: Man wounded in Texas after being shot by ICE agent

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 06:42
An ICE agent shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas. The city's mayor has called for an independent investigation into the shooting.

Iran closes language center in Tehran, France vows response

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 04:20
In response to the Iranian authorities' decision to close a French language center affiliated with its embassy in Tehran, France vowed to take appropriate measures.

Canada, France agree to closer ties in defense, economy

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 00:29
Amid strained relations with the US, French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced closer economic and defense ties.

German state elections deal a blow to Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Mon, 09/21/2026 - 00:20
Elections in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have dealt the CDU a historic defeat while the AfD saw a massive gain. The pressure on Germany's unpopular chancellor is mounting.

AfD makes gains in state elections, but has no government options

Sun, 09/20/2026 - 22:58
Despite making significant gains in both Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, the far-right AfD remains without options to form a state government.

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