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Berlusconi family takes over German TV group ProSiebenSat1

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 22:56
After initial fears that a takeover of the TV giant would endanger media diversity in Germany, the country's culture minister invited MFE CEO Pier Silvio Berlusconi for a meeting that clarified the situation.

Portugal: At least 15 dead in Lisbon funicular accident

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 22:54
At least 15 people were killed and 18 more were injured when a funicular derailed in the Portuguese capital.

Sanchez meets Starmer in London, to discuss Ukraine and Gaza

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 20:57
The meeting comes as Britain moves to reset its post-Brexit ties with EU countries and after reaching a deal on Gibraltar with Spain. Meanwhile, Sanchez described the West's reaction to the war in Gaza as a "failure."

Afghanistan earthquake: Rescuers struggle to reach survivors

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 19:33
As access to Afghanistan's earthquake-ravaged areas is still obstructed, the government sent commandos by air to rescue survivors from the rubble.

Germany: Defense commissioner wants mandatory service

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 19:26
Parliament's commissioner for the German military says both men and women should be obliged to do some form of service for a year after school — but not necessarily with the Bundeswehr. Follow DW for more.

EU Commission approves 'milestone' Mercosur, Mexico deals

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 18:27
The controversial trade deal would allow Brazil and the four other Mercosur states to sell agricultural goods to EU countries with fewer restrictions. It must now be approved by EU member states to go into effect.

'KPop Demon Hunters,' a Netflix hit upending stereotypes

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 18:26
A team of superheroes, not a girl group: The animated movie "KPop Demon Hunters" portrays K-pop idols as demon hunters filled with strength and self-determination.

"KPop Demon Hunters" — Netflix hit upends stereotypes

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 18:26
A team of superheroes, not a girl group: The animated movie "KPop Demon Hunters" portrays K-pop idols as demon hunters filled with strength and self-determination.

India asks Germany for help in search for EU free trade deal

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 18:23
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said in Delhi that while others, like the US, erected trade barriers, Germany and India should lower them. His Indian counterpart said "we're counting on your support" in EU trade talks.

Fact check: Is the crime rate higher in Democrat-run cities?

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 17:54
US President Donald Trump keeps pushing the narrative that cities run by Democrats have higher crime rates than Republican-led cities. Is there a link between crime and party affiliation?

Were Polish troops in Nazi's military traitors or victims?

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 17:20
Up to 450,000 Poles served in the Wehrmacht, the armed forces of Nazi Germany, during World War II. For years, they were viewed in Poland as traitors. But as an exhibition in Gdansk shows, the truth is more complicated.

Poles in the Wehrmacht: traitors or victims of Nazi Germany?

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 17:20
Up to 450,000 Poles served in the Wehrmacht, the armed forces of Nazi Germany, during World War II. For years, they were viewed in Poland as traitors. But as an exhibition in Gdansk shows, the truth is more complicated.

DRC: Mutamba graft trial exposes justice system fault lines

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 17:19
Former Congolese Justice Minister Mutamba vowed to come down hard on embezzlers. Now, he has been sentenced to three years, with hard labor, for allegedly stealing funds intended for the construction of a prison.

China, North Korea perform delicate diplomatic dance

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 16:53
North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Russian leader Vladimir Putin flanked Chinese President Xi Jinping at an event to mark the end of World War II. It gives a chance for Kim to get more support from his allies.

After Afghanistan's deadly earthquake, many injured women and girls are left without help because of Taliban restrictions

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 16:44
After Afghanistan's deadly earthquake, injured women and girls face a dire lack of medical care. Taliban restrictions and cultural barriers leave many without help.

Afghanistan quake: Why are women struggling to get help?

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 16:44
After Afghanistan's deadly earthquake, injured women and girls face a dire lack of medical care. Taliban restrictions and cultural barriers leave many without help.

Children in art: A journey through history

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 15:41
They've been immortalized on canvas as rulers, angels, or ragged but endearing street children. Why have children been depicted so differently across of the centuries?

Decoding China: How Xi aims to overtake US as a superpower

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 14:47
With pomp, pageantry and patriotism, China presents itself as a global superpower. Will the "China model" be its next big export to the world?

Ukraine updates: Russia criticizes Merz's Putin remarks

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 14:21
Germany's chancellor had described the Russian leader as "the most serious war criminal of our time." Meanwhile, Putin thanked North Korea's Kim Jong Un for his support in the fight against Ukraine. Follow DW for more.

Timeline: Russia-Ukraine peace talks fail to materialize

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 12:57
A diplomatic push by US President Donald Trump to end Russia's war in Ukraine has so far yielded little to no results. Here's the timeline of how those meetings unfolded:

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