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View of Athens, including the Acropolis, in a dust storm

Why is Sahara dust blowing into Europe?

ScienceApril 26, 2024
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April 26, 2024

China's Shein fashion retailer faces stricter EU regulation

April 26, 2024

Andrew Tate trial can start, Romanian court rules

April 26, 2024

Ukraine updates: US plans $6 billion in war aid for Kyiv

April 25, 2024

Macron warns EU could 'die' in face of global competition

April 25, 2024

Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse in Paris

April 25, 2024

North Macedonia presidential election heads to runoff

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia's war against Ukraine has sparked a humanitarian crisis for the Ukrainian people and upended global food and energy security.

Members of Greenpeace sail next to a tanker "Ust Luga" as part of a protest against delivering Russian oil to Norway

Why Russia and Iran can dodge Western sanctions

Why Russia and Iran can dodge Western sanctions

Iran has lived with sanctions for decades, and Russia is the world's most-sanctioned state. Are sanctions effective?
BusinessApril 26, 2024
A hand holds a Ukranian passport

Ukraine halts passport services for men living abroad

Ukraine halts passport services for men living abroad

The measure aims to force male citizens living abroad to fight in the war, but some doubt its efficacy — and legality.
PoliticsApril 25, 2024
An ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System) being launched by an M270

US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate

US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate

The US delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine has drawn focus to a debate in Germany over sending similar weapons.
ConflictsApril 25, 2024
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Reports & Analysis

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European farmers battling 'devastating' spring frost

European farmers battling 'devastating' spring frost

A late spring cold snap has European fruit growers and winemakers worried for this year's harvest.
Nature and EnvironmentApril 26, 202410 images
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban delivers his address at the third Hungarian edition of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC)

Hungary: Orban decries 'progressive world spirit' at CPAC

Hungary: Orban decries 'progressive world spirit' at CPAC

Viktor Orban utilized Budapest's Conservative Political Action Conference to reiterate his right-wing views. DW reports.
PoliticsApril 26, 202402:51 min
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Climate change puts Alpine villages at risk

Climate change puts Alpine villages at risk

Landslides and floods are making life in the French alpine valleys increasingly dangerous.
ClimateApril 26, 202405:10 min
Tourists walk in St Mark's Square on the day Venice municipality introduces a new fee for day trippers in a move to preserve the lagoon city often crammed with tourists.

Venice launches entry fee for tourists

Venice launches entry fee for tourists

The measure is aimed at curbing peak tourism to the fragile lagoon city and safeguarding spaces for residents.
SocietyApril 25, 202401:55 min
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Human rights group faults Europe's migrant detention centers

Human rights group faults Europe's migrant detention centers

The Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT) raises concerns over the treatment of migrants and asylum seekers.
MigrationApril 25, 202406:35 min
French President Emmanuel Macron gestures as he delivers a speech at the Sorbonne in Paris on April 25, 2024.

Sorbonne speech: Will Macron's European plea be heard?

Sorbonne speech: Will Macron's European plea be heard?

French President Emmanuel Macron has called for more European integration. That might not inspire voters at home.
PoliticsApril 25, 2024
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Germany

DW Sendung Made in Germany | Exoskelett

The exoskeleton – high tech help with lifting

Exoskeletons are designed to make lifting easier and protect the back. Testing is already underway.
ScienceApril 26, 202404:04 min
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Poland

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk holds a microphone in one hand and gesticulates with the other as he speaks at a campaign event in the run-up to Sunday's local elections, Krakow, Poland, April 3, 2024

Poland local elections: Voters judge Tusk's first 100 days

With many disappointed at the pace of reform, Donald Tusk faces a first electoral test just over 100 days into his term.
PoliticsApril 5, 2024
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Russian Federation

A view shows the burnt-out Crocus City Hall with flowers and candles in the foreground

Could Moscow attack suspects face execution in Belarus?

Some Russian politicians want the Moscow terror attack suspects to stand trial in Belarus, which has the death penalty.
Law and JusticeApril 21, 2024
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Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers, armed vehicle and explosions near Donetsk

US to send weapons to Ukraine via Germany, Poland

The US Pentagon has long been preparing ammunition deliveries to Ukraine. Now, it can start delivering them.
ConflictsApril 24, 2024
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France

DW Sendung Euromaxx | Breakdance

B-Boy Junior: Star breakdancer with disabilities

Junior Bosila Banya, aka B-Boy Junior, didn't let the effects of polio stop him from becoming a breakdancing star.
DiversityApril 21, 202405:10 min
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Netherlands

A vehicle carrying suspects arrives at the high security court in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Dutch crime boss goes down, but cocaine trade here to stay

The conviction of kingpin Ridouan Taghi ends a violent chapter in Dutch history, but organized crime still looms large.
CrimeFebruary 27, 2024
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Belgium

Police stand behind a barricade during a protest of farmers in the European Quarter outside a meeting of EU agriculture ministers in Brussels.

Farmers protest in Brussels as EU agriculture ministers meet

EU farmers are calling for less red tape, less burdensome environmental regulations and more support.
PoliticsFebruary 26, 202402:29 min
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Italy

A Venice square filled with tourists

Entry fee for Venice travel: Will it curb mass tourism?

Venice officials are introducing a fee for day tourists hoping to prevent overtourism in the Italian city. Will it work?
TravelApril 25, 2024
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Spain

A closeup of dry, cracked soil in Catalonia

Spain tourism stressed as drought forces water conservation

Catalonia has already declared a drought emergency in 2024, and its tourism sector is under pressure to conserve water.
ClimateApril 22, 202402:30 min
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United Kingdom

A view of MPs in the House of Commons as the Rwanda Bill vote is read out

British parliament passes Rwanda deportation bill

PM Sunak insists the first flights carrying migrants will leave within weeks, but legal challenges are expected.
PoliticsApril 23, 202402:09 min
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Climate change is taking a toll on villages in the French Alps.
April 25, 202426:05 min
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EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019?

With elections in June, DW breaks down where the European Parliament made its mark — and where it didn't.
PoliticsApril 25, 2024
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Espionage in the EU: Is the bloc ready to ward off spies?

After a spate of foreign influence scandals, EU officials are scrambling to counteract espionage ahead of elections.
PoliticsApril 25, 2024
Demonstrators gather in front of the Palace of Culture and Science to attend a farmers' protest against EU climate measures and Ukrainian imports in Warsaw on February 27, 2024

Economic hurdles of EU expansion into Eastern Europe

The war in Ukraine has put enlargement on the EU's agenda. But taking in new members would strain the bloc's budget.
BusinessApril 23, 2024
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Living

A closeup of a gyro on a paper plate

Gyros, the Greek street food classic everyone should try

Gyros, grilled pork or chicken served in pita bread, is especially popular in Greece. What sets the best apart?
LifestyleApril 23, 202404:06 min
A view of the Prague skyline showing the Old Town Square

Instagram vs. reality: Does Prague live up to the hype?

Prague's many sights make it a tourist hot spot. But do images on Instagram depict the Czech capital as it really is?
TravelApril 22, 202404:34 min
A mural showing fish and other aquatic life covers the facade of the Venice Biennale's Central Pavilion

2024 Venice Biennale highlights art of the Global South

The 60th Venice Biennale is featuring artists from across the Global South, celebrating changing perspectives.
ArtsApril 20, 202402:51 min