https://www.dw.com/english/?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Deutsche Welle en 2026 DW Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:15:07 GMT Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:15:07 GMT https://rss.dw.com/images/DW-L-RGB_whitebg.png https://www.dw.com/english/?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss News, Analysis and Service from Germany and Europe - in 30 Languages 98 64 10 77596195 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/live-updates-trump-signs-interim-agreement-to-end-iran-war/live-77596195?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed an initial agreement to extend the ceasefire for another 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest. News 77595563 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/read-us-officials-release-14-point-initial-agreement-to-end-war-with-iran/a-77595563?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The interim agreement ends fighting on all fronts for 60 days and sets out provisions for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. News 77595342 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-lawmakers-approve-new-tougher-migrant-policy/a-77595342?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The EU is backing tougher migration policies that seek to ramp up deportations of failed asylum-seekers. Under the new legislation, EU states can establish "return hubs." News 77593695 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:41:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-reports-of-antisemitism-in-2025-remain-high/a-77593695?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Federal Association of Departments for Research and Information on Antisemitism (RIAS) recorded over 8,700 cases they classify as antisemitic hostility in 2025, many of which were connected with the State of Israel. Germany 77593730 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/middle-east-trump-could-restart-iran-war-if-deal-not-signed/live-77593730?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss President Trump says the US would "start the process again" if Iran doesn't make a deal. Meanwhile, Lebanon's president said talks with Israel are independent and should not be linked to the US-Iran deal. Follow DW. News 77588901 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:56:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-g7-pledge-support-amid-drc-ebola-outbreak/a-77588901?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss G7 leaders called for a "strong and coordinated response" to the latest Ebola outbreak. The EU's Ursula von der Leyen said that "health security is shared security." The recorded death toll in DRC is approaching 200. News 77579053 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/crispr-gene-editing-for-crops-precision-tool-or-new-risk/a-77579053?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The EU has eased restrictions on crops developed using novel genetic techniques. While supporters say the technology could help farmers adapt to climate change, critics argue its effects remain poorly understood. Science 77589339 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/morocco-the-2030-world-cup-is-more-than-sports-it-is-a-national-project/a-77589339?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hosting the 2030 World Cup is more than just a sporting event for Rabat. While the kingdom invests heavily in infrastructure and prestige projects, doubts and social conflicts grow alongside a sense of pride and hope. World 77575633 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/diplomats-and-abuse-chipping-at-the-shield-of-immunity/a-77575633?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Domestic workers who were mistreated by diplomats are often denied justice due to their abusers enjoying diplomatic immunity. But court rulings in the UK and Switzerland have paved the way for change. World 77578984 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-africa-s-new-era-takes-shape/a-77578984?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From Cape Verde's debut to DR Congo's return, Africa's expanded presence at the 2026 World Cup brings new stories and renewed expectations of success. World 77589196 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:36:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-s-hardliners-fear-being-sidelined-in-us-deal/a-77589196?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As an Iran-US memorandum aimed at ending the war moves closer to formal signature, hardline supporters of the Islamic Republic fear losing influence as Iran's politics shift from maximalist defiance to compromise. World 77588556 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nato-chief-focuses-on-alliance-unity-after-us-alters-pledges/a-77588556?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss NATO's secretary general went to great lengths to cast a positive light on the alliance ahead of a ministers' meeting. The closest he came to addressing any tension was saying members have "a lot to talk about." News 77588243 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-world-cup-shirts-run-out-of-letter-v/a-77588243?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Bad news for fans of Germany players Kai Havertz, Deniz Undav and Aleksandar Pavlovic: the kit makers have run out of the letter V, such is the demand for those names on shirts. But don't worry, more Vs are on the way! News 77577798 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ebola-and-the-us-patient-spotlight-global-health-injustice/a-77577798?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The story of the US doctor who survived Ebola with experimental treatment in Germany highlights wider inequities in global health. It also reveals how sharply medical standards can differ between African countries. Science 77586166 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/south-korea-to-shrink-security-buffer-zone-to-north-korea/a-77586166?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss South Korea will ease restrictions on roughly 270 square kilometers of land near the border with North Korea. Farmers in the area had long complained of rules that complicated working conditions. News 77584792 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:56:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/india-telegram-to-challenge-government-order-blocking-app/a-77584792?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Telegram has reportedly challenged the Indian government's order to temporarily block the popular messaging app ahead of the NEET medical entrance exam. News 77584367 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:52:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-ministers-discuss-refugee-deportation-rules/live-77584367?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's regional interior ministers are holding their biannual conference with immigration, deportations and benefits high on the agenda. Meanwhile, Germany and Poland are marking 35 years of cooperation. DW has more. News 77579542 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-russia-heading-for-a-fuel-crisis/a-77579542?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russia's fuel output is falling after Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries. Seasonal spikes in gasoline and diesel demand could push the system into a deeper crisis, experts say. World 75441900 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-williams-sisters-and-other-stars-are-playing-longer/a-75441900?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss More than three decades after they burst onto the tennis scene, Venus and Serena Williams are still playing at the top level. Why are we seeing elite athletes carrying on into their 40s and beyond? Sports 77586106 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bavarian-top-court-rules-state-spy-agency-can-monitor-afd/a-77586106?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Bavaria's regional domestic intelligence agency can monitor the right-wing populist AfD, the state's top court has ruled. Several states are trying to implement similar steps, with the opposition party challenging it. News 77566204 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-dreams-come-true-for-young-german-footballers/a-77566204?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Three young US college soccer players from Germany have had the opportunity to meet some of their World Cup heroes, as the men's natonal team's base camp is just around the corner. Sports 77580647 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/new-exhibitions-for-anish-kapoor-art-on-the-edge/a-77580647?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss His art challenges our perception: Forms vanish and perspectives shift. Anish Kapoor leads the viewer to the edge of the abyss — and sometimes, even beyond. Two new exhibitions revisit his work. Culture 77577111 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-merz-who-are-his-international-allies/a-77577111?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has forged relations with Donald Trump, Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer and Giorgia Meloni. With some he is surprisingly close. Germany 77572732 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/failed-joint-jet-project-highlights-europe-s-defense-dilemma/a-77572732?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The collapse of a Franco-German fighter jet project and a faltering joint battle tank program show how national industrial interests can outweigh common defense objectives. World 77577731 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:31:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-25-years-since-nazi-forced-labor-compensation-began/a-77577731?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A German fund set up to compensate the millions forced to work for the Nazi regime is marking 25 years since the first payments were made. But for many victims, it was much too late. Germany 77576779 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:52:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-germany-and-poland-rebooted-relations-35-years-ago/a-77576779?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss When Germany and Poland signed the Treaty on Good Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation in June 1991, they chose partnership over enmity and became close NATO and EU allies. But it hasn't all been plain sailing. World 77577033 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/european-parliament-approves-us-trade-deal-to-lower-tariffs/a-77577033?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The European Parliament has approved cutting tariffs on many US imports to comply with a deal signed last year. US President Trump had given the bloc a July 4 deadline to meet its side of the deal. News 77574042 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-population-shrinks-for-first-time-since-2020/live-77574042?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A dip in net migration meant it could not cancel out Germany's low birth rates in 2025. Meanwhile, fuel prices fell amid news of a possible deal between the US and Iran. And Merz gives Trump a Germany jersey. More on DW. News 77574107 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-cape-verde-hero-and-iran-suffer-us-travel-woes/a-77574107?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After starring in Cape Verde's draw with Spain, goalkeeper Vozinha shared his sadness that an expensive travel bond stopped his mother from attending. On the same day, Iran's coach said his team were being "oppressed." Sports 77486417 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/charging-ahead-evs-outpace-growth-predictions/a-77486417?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Electric cars are getting cheaper, more efficient and can travel farther than ever. China is driving the transition, but Europe and other countries are catching up fast. Environment 77571933 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/leipzig-bach-festival-encouraging-dialog/a-77571933?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Talking, debating and listening are skills we can all learn, particularly in the light of current global conflicts. The Leipzig Bachfest shows how Johann Sebastian Bach's music can serve as a model here. Culture 77217250 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/artist-jr-s-wrapped-bridge-opens-in-paris-in-nod-to-christo/a-77217250?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After a weather-delayed start, the French street artist's cavernous optical illusion takes over one of the most iconic bridges in Paris. It's a tribute to Christo and Jeanne-Claude's famous "Pont Neuf Wrapped." Culture 77571443 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/musk-to-sue-german-broadcaster-zdf-over-hunt-for-migrants/a-77571443?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Elon Musk said he was taking legal action against one of Germany's public broadcasters after it reported that he had called for "a hunt for migrants" in Belfast. World 77566611 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-ukraine-start-formal-accession-talks-after-orban-delay/a-77566611?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The EU has formally opened the first stage of accession negotiations with Ukraine. This comes two years later than planned, as former Hungarian PM Viktor Orban was blocking the process prior to his election defeat. News 77553214 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/strait-of-hormuz-reopening-won-t-end-shipping-risks/a-77553214?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A proposed US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is raising hopes for global shipping and oil markets. But naval mines, high insurance costs and geopolitical risks mean disruption could persist for months. Business 77435644 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:22:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ibrahim-maza-algeria-s-multicultural-kid-from-berlin/a-77435644?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Ibo Maza had his choice of three different countries. Instead of his native Germany, the Bayer Leverkusen forward is representing Algeria, the country of his father, at the World Cup in North America. Sports 77554342 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-iran-deal-when-will-oil-prices-fall/a-77554342?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A potential US-Iran deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz could ease the global energy crunch, but oil prices and supplies may take months to stabilize as shipping restarts and infrastructure recovers. Business 76847658 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/mines-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-how-dangerous-are-they/a-76847658?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss There are still mines in the Straight of Hormuz, delaying the opening for commercial shipping. How dangerous are naval mines, and what can be done to clear them? Science 77098244 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-geothermal-energy-could-power-us-homes/a-77098244?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Advancements in geothermal systems and sustained political support in the US provide an opportunity for this clean energy industry to scale. Environment 77551863 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/russia-strikes-leave-historic-kyiv-cathedral-in-flames/a-77551863?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was set on fire as Russia struck multiple cities in Ukraine overnight. Meanwhile, Moscow reported three deaths from a Ukrainian drone attack. News 77538894 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/manuel-neuer-the-aura-of-a-record-breaking-goalkeeper/a-77538894?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's hopes at the 2026 World Cup are connected to world-class goalkeeper Manuel Neuer's fitness and form. Sports 77538843 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-start-2026-world-cup-with-win-over-curacao/a-77538843?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss For the first time since they won the tournament in 2014, Germany won their opening game at the World Cup. Sports 77543868 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/swiss-voters-reject-population-cap-proposal/a-77543868?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A proposal to introduce a population cap of 10 million in the country has failed. It was put forward by a hard-right party. News 77541375 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/manuel-neuer-fit-to-join-germany-in-first-world-cup-match/a-77541375?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is set to play in Germany's first match in this year's World Cup. He had retired from the national team in August 2024. News 77539474 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-creatives-trying-to-fix-germany-s-bureaucracy/a-77539474?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Berlin played host to the 9th annual Creative Bureaucracy Festival this week, where highly-motivated public service workers explained why a healthy democracy needs a functioning state. Germany 77535533 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-president-steinmeier-heads-to-asia/live-77535533?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is kicking off a trip to Asia. And veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will take to the field with the national squad in Germany's first match of the 2026 World Cup. News 77538740 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fact-check-these-fifa-world-cup-ticket-sites-are-fake/a-77538740?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Desperate to get hold of tickets for the football World Cup, many fans face being scammed by sites set up to sell fake tickets. Here's how to make sure you don't fall into the trap. Sports 77538303 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/gold-rush-atmosphere-at-berlin-s-military-air-trade-show/a-77538303?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss This year's ILA Berlin Air Show is breaking records, primarily because of the booming defense sector, which is reaping billions in contracts as a result of wars and crises. Germany 77527802 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-faces-eu-penalty-over-gender-pay-gap-directive/a-77527802?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany was required to incorporate the EU Pay Transparency Directive into its national law, but it has missed the deadline. Germany 77503931 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-india-wants-german-submarines-and-what-pakistan-and-china-have-to-do-with-it/a-77503931?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A multibillion-dollar submarine deal between India and Germany reflects New Delhi's push for military self-reliance — and Berlin's growing interest in the Indo-Pacific. Germany 77492750 Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/swiss-to-vote-on-whether-to-cap-population-at-10-million/a-77492750?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss On June 14, Swiss voters will be able to decide on a far-right initiative to curb future immigration. What will it mean for the economy — and the country's European neighbors — if they approve the proposal? World 77529579 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/elon-musk-becomes-world-s-first-trillionaire-after-spacex-ipo/a-77529579?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss SpaceX floated on the Nasdaq stock exchange on Friday, with shares trading 25% above the opening price at one point. The IPO has made Musk the world's first trillionaire, at least on paper. News 77528594 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-students-up-in-arms-about-funding-cuts/a-77528594?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's research minister, Dorothee Bär, says the situation of German students is "very privileged" and has rejected reform of the Federal Training Assistance Act (BAföG), thereby turning many students against her. Germany 77508144 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fast-track-border-checks-return-centers-mandatory-solidarity-what-the-eu-s-new-asylum-rules-could-change-and-what-they-may-not/a-77508144?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany aims to further reduce the number of new asylum seekers. The reformed EU asylum law (CEAS) came into effect on Friday, but experts say it is unlikely to achieve all it sets out to do. World 77509082 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-life-improve-for-hungary-s-roma-community-under-magyar/a-77509082?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Under Viktor Orban, the Roma community was kept at the very bottom of the social ladder. His successor is taking a stand against antiziganism. But can Hungarian Roma expect fundamental changes? World 77521907 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/british-artist-david-hockney-dies-at-88/a-77521907?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Considered a superstar of pop art, the UK painter was one of the world's most influential artists during his lifetime. Culture 77512263 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:44:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/jonathan-tah-s-first-world-cup-and-the-long-wait/a-77512263?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The 2026 World Cup will be the Bayern Munich defender's first for Germany. This moment has been a long time coming. Sports 77209578 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:31:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/julian-nagelsmann-the-coach-struggling-to-speak-to-germany/a-77209578?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Considered German football's X factor during Euro 2024, head coach Julian Nagelsmann enters the 2026 World Cup with more questions than optimism. Sports 77118050 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lab-grown-tyrannosaurus-leather-bag-fails-to-sell-at-auction/a-77118050?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The handbag promoted as the "world's first T. rex leather product" didn't find a buyer at auction. Is it more chicken than dinosaur? Culture 77509351 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/preaching-and-teaching-in-a-warming-world/a-77509351?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US pastors, a Ugandan musician and salmon-friendly tech delivered good environmental news this week. Environment 77511676 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-kicks-off-in-mexico-city/a-77511676?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Mexico won against South Africa after the opening ceremony in Mexico City which featured Colombian star Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy. Football fans are set for nearly 40 days of action across three countries. News 77512091 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/racist-riots-break-out-across-united-kingdom/a-77512091?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A video of a knife attack sparked racist riots across the Northern Irish capital Belfast on Monday, with violence has now spreading across the United Kingdom. Keir Starmer says there will be "no tolerance" for rioters. World 77499450 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-there-anything-glp-1-agonist-drugs-cannot-do/a-77499450?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Every other month, researchers find new uses for GLP-1 agonist drugs, like Mounjaro and Ozempic — now even as a treatment for substance abuse. It's classic drug repurposing, a technique that saved lives during COVID. Science 77505191 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/uk-defense-secretary-john-healey-quits-in-military-spending-dispute/a-77505191?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Britain's defense minister has abruptly quit his post, saying the government's plans to bolster defense spending in the coming years are inadequate. The move puts additional pressure on embattled UK PM Keir Starmer. News 77504229 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:05:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-cities-are-adapting-to-a-warming-world/a-77504229?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As heat waves grow more frequent and fierce, cities worldwide are racing to cool streets and reshape urban life. Environment 77469489 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:12:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/what-to-expect-from-the-strongest-el-nino-in-over-a-century/a-77469489?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Warnings of a mighty El Nino weather pattern this year could bring drought, flooding and extreme heat. Can we prepare for the worst of it? Environment 77491986 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/musk-s-spacex-ipo-holds-both-promise-and-peril/a-77491986?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss SpaceX, Elon Musk's rocket and AI company, presents potential for investors. But its futuristic, unproven plans also carry significant financial risks. Business 77493241 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/sex-doll-art-sparks-debate-at-german-president-s-residence/a-77493241?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Beyond a headline-grabbing bronze, contemporary artworks draw attention to political power at an exhibition held at Bellevue Palace before the state building closes for renovation. Culture 77496875 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-makes-major-deal-with-ukraine-a-former-enemy/a-77496875?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar has announced an agreement with Kyiv about rights for a Hungarian minority in Ukraine. It paves the way for Ukraine to start EU accession talks — unthinkable under Hungary's last leader. World 77491463 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-how-an-old-song-from-bosnia-went-viral/a-77491463?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Some have already called it the unofficial song of the 2026 World Cup. So how did a tune that was more than a decade old take the Balkans — and beyond — by storm? Sports 77487377 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/neo-nazi-lost-an-east-german-election-but-extremism-remains/a-77487377?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A neo-Nazi candidate surprisingly lost a mayoral election by a small margin in the eastern state of Saxony. Many are relieved. But one win doesn't make the extremism problem go away. Germany 77478176 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/disclosure-day-for-spielberg-aliens-are-not-just-fiction/a-77478176?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Steven Spielberg releases a new film on extraterrestrials, here's a brief history of modern alien conspiracies and why scientists are now taking UFO reports seriously. Culture 77340981 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-edin-dzeko-still-strong-for-bosnia-herzegovina/a-77340981?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss With so much unpleasantness surrounding this year's World Cup it's easy to forget that there's anything about it that can elicit a smile. But the story of Bosnia-Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko sure can. Sports 77480640 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/war-in-ukraine-kyiv-strikes-key-russian-supply-lines/a-77480640?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russian troops rely on supplies via the land corridor to Crimea, but Ukrainian forces are now able to launch concentrated attacks along the critical route. Experts say this indicates growing Russian vulnerability. World 77173938 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:40:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-climate-conversation-many-us-pastors-avoid/a-77173938?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As the Trump administration undoes scores of environmental protections, some Christian leaders are inviting their congregations to do as the Bible asks and be good stewards of the land. But many others stay silent. Climate 77482632 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nasa-picks-first-european-astronaut-for-artemis-mission/a-77482632?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano will be the lead pilot for the Artemis III test flight. The NASA mission is expected to launch in 2027 to test technology for a future moon landing. News 77479452 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 21:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/northern-ireland-police-urge-calm-after-sickening-belfast-stabbing/a-77479452?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Belfast police appealed for calm after a violent knife attack caught on videophone prompted calls for anti-immigration protests. This followed a week of migration-related riots last June in Northern Ireland. News 77474536 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 17:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-proposes-entry-ban-for-russians-who-fought-in-ukraine/a-77474536?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The EU's 21st sanctions package includes a provision to deny entry to anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces amid the invasion of Ukraine. It will also target the so-called shadow fleet, banks and cryptocurrency. News 77477113 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 15:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/leipzig-bachfest-2026-bach-s-music-as-hit-parade/a-77477113?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Leipzig Bach Festival honors the composer with a hit parade. Over 8,000 fans from 20 countries cast their votes. But Bach is celebrated in many other countries around the world as well. Culture 77478186 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 15:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/from-russia-to-israel-to-us-warlords-seize-power-report/a-77478186?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russia invades Ukraine, Israel and the US attack Iran, civil wars drag on in Africa — and what about international law? German researchers paint a grim picture in their latest annual Peace Report. Germany 77476392 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 14:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-upbeat-as-final-world-cup-preparations-begin/a-77476392?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As the German men's national football team embark on their final preparations for the World Cup at their base camp in North Carolina, they're looking to make amends for disappointing tournaments in Russia and Qatar. Sports 77471291 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 13:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-anthropic-has-the-edge-over-openai-in-ipo-race/a-77471291?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The rivalry between Sam Altman and Dario Amodei is entering a new phase. Both AI bosses are planning public listings and hope to use the money to outpace each other in the race to build superintelligent AI. Business 77470256 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 10:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-ebola-have-an-impact-on-the-world-cup/a-77470256?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss While ticket prices, heat and politics have made headlines, Ebola has been a World Cup worry for DR Congo. The African nation has qualified for the first time in 52 years, but does the outbreak have wider implications? Sports 77467197 Tue, 9 Jun 2026 02:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/somali-referee-denied-us-entry-dropped-from-fifa-world-cup-2026/a-77467197?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Omar Artan, Africa's top referee in 2025, was set to become the first Somali national to officiate at a FIFA World Cup before being denied entry by US authorities News 77466897 Mon, 8 Jun 2026 22:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/franco-german-fighter-jet-project-collapses-after-industry-dispute/a-77466897?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The next-generation aircraft project has been scrapped following company disagreements, dealing a blow to European security cooperation efforts. News 77455624 Mon, 8 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-mexico-s-world-cup-party-be-spoiled-by-teacher-protest/a-77455624?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Just before the World Cup kicks off, host country Mexico faces a political tug-of-war. Striking teachers have occupied the central fan zone and have pledged to continue protesting. Sports 77435025 Mon, 8 Jun 2026 11:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/depression-in-romantic-relationships-you-me-and-the-illness/a-77435025?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Depression can be a huge challenge for a relationship. Loved ones of someone with depression often feel helpless. But there is actually a lot they can do ― and a lot they shouldn't. Science 77402635 Mon, 8 Jun 2026 09:43:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-2026-world-cup-is-so-controversial/a-77402635?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The 2026 World Cup has come under fire even before kickoff. Criticism is mounting over US President Donald Trump’s travel bans, high ticket prices, the expansion to 48 teams as well as its environmental impact. Sports 77456275 Mon, 8 Jun 2026 09:39:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/jafar-panahi-s-prison-sentence-confirmed-by-iranian-court/a-77456275?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Following a retrial for a verdict that had been reached while the prominent Iranian director was abroad, the Revolutionary Court in Tehran has upheld a one-year jail sentence. Culture 77447536 Sun, 7 Jun 2026 23:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/kosovo-pm-wins-snap-vote-but-with-no-majority/a-77447536?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Sunday's vote, the country's third in just over a year, was marked by low turnout. The country's prolonged political crisis has further debilitated an already ailing economy. News 77412975 Sun, 7 Jun 2026 19:39:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/zelenskyy-angers-poland-with-wwii-era-name-for-army-unit/a-77412975?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sparked outrage in Poland by choosing a name that carries Nazi connotations for a Ukrainian army unit. Can Polish PM Donald Tusk smooth things over? World 77395073 Sun, 7 Jun 2026 17:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/pizza-connection-between-german-conservatives-and-greens/a-77395073?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Thirty years ago, rivaling politicians from Germany's conservative CDU and the Greens met to discuss their differences ― and what they had in common. The pizza connection was born. Now that format is being revived. Germany 77435410 Sun, 7 Jun 2026 13:50:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/sweden-mulls-prison-for-young-teens-as-violent-crime-rises/a-77435410?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In the fight against escalating gang crime, Sweden's parliament will vote on plans to hold 13-year-olds criminally responsible and, in serious cases, imprison them. Other European nations are also lowering age limits. World 77400608 Sun, 7 Jun 2026 06:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/armenia-once-russia-s-reliable-ally-considers-an-eu-future/a-77400608?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Armenians are set to vote on the country's future geopolitical direction on June 7. The election will be a test of public opinion in the long-standing Russia ally, where the population is increasingly eyeing the EU. World 77446005 Sat, 6 Jun 2026 21:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-beat-usa-before-world-cup-but-injuries-cast-shadow/a-77446005?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany’s final match before their World Cup start ended with a 2-1 win. But a tournament-ending injury to rising star Lennart Karl and doubts about veteran Manuel Neuer mean coach Julian Nagelsmann has work to do. Sports 77358072 Sat, 6 Jun 2026 13:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/high-functioning-depression-when-success-masks-suffering/a-77358072?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss People with depression don't always feel overwhelmed or struggle to get things done — some are highly efficient and productive, despite their low moods. So it can't be that bad, right? Wrong! Health 77433873 Fri, 5 Jun 2026 18:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-iran-war-lessons-after-100-days/a-77433873?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The war waged by the US and Israel against Iran has now lasted 100 days. In that time, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has drastically changed his stance on the war. Germany 77431877 Fri, 5 Jun 2026 13:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-businesses-are-offering-quiet-hour/a-77431877?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss More peace and quiet, less stress — the Quiet Hour is an initiative for people with invisible disabilities. An increasing number of stores and institutions in Germany are launching similar campaigns. Culture 77433661 Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/desalination-hopes-and-reformed-poachers/a-77433661?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss EVs surge in Ethiopia, former poachers offer seahorse tours and India's ghost villages are repopulated. Environment 77268134 Fri, 5 Jun 2026 05:59:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ssri-antidepressants-are-often-carelessly-prescribed/a-77268134?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss SSRIs, like Prozac and Zoloft, are among the world's most-prescribed psychiatric drugs. These antidepressants help a lot of people. But they don't always work. In fact, some experts suggest they are overprescribed. Science 77416080 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 14:59:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-yad-vashem-is-coming-to-germany/a-77416080?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss "Remember" — every child in Israel knows the meaning of this Jewish commandment: Never forget the Holocaust. Now Yad Vashem wants to make sure people in Germany remember it too. Culture 77416709 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 12:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germans-at-russia-s-spief-who-s-really-there/a-77416709?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russian officials and media claim German businesses are comming back to the St. Petersburg Economic Forum despite the war in Ukraine. But who is actually attending Russia's flagship event this year? Business 77420221 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 11:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-un-defeat-what-went-wrong/a-77420221?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Austria and Portugal have won seats on the UN Security Council, ending Germany's 40-year streak. DW examines the foreign policy questions raised by Berlin's defeat. Germany 76967079 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 10:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/can-hawaii-wean-itself-off-oil-imports/a-76967079?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hawaii imports much of its fuel — and pays the price. From solar to geothermal, the state is searching for a way out of fossil fuel dependence. Environment 77419269 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 10:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/marjane-satrapi-author-of-persepolis-dies-at-56/a-77419269?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Iranian-born author of the acclaimed graphic novel and film offered a deeply personal account of Iran's Islamic Revolution. Culture 77066450 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 08:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/2026-world-cup-6-things-you-need-to-know/a-77066450?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The 2026 World Cup is to be bigger than all of its predecessors. Whether it will be better is an entirely different question. DW fills you in on what you need to know. Sports 77322623 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 07:43:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-even-a-peace-deal-won-t-fix-energy-crunch/a-77322623?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The growing energy and supply chain crisis is unlikely to ease, even if the US and Iran step back from the brink. Experts warn that reopening the Strait of Hormuz and repairing infrastructure could take months or years. Business 77410391 Thu, 4 Jun 2026 04:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-sees-record-number-of-discrimination-claims-in-2025/a-77410391?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The federal commissioner for anti-discrimination has said the government's reform plans, the first in 20 years, are inadequate and won't provide the resources and funding needed to combat discrimination. Germany 77390951 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/wim-wenders-withdraws-film-with-disputed-child-nude-scene/a-77390951?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Actress Nastassja Kinski spent years calling for the removal of a sexualized scene from Wim Wenders' film "The Wrong Move," in which she appeared topless at the age of 13. Culture 77390494 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/google-mosquito-army-scientists-say-we-must-take-action/a-77390494?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Google's Debug research program plans to release millions of sterile mosquitoes to fight species that spread diseases like dengue. How does the method work — and should humans interfere with nature like this? Science 77404540 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/backrooms-the-creepy-internet-phenomenon-explained/a-77404540?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A low-budget horror film directed by a 20-year-old YouTuber is beating the new Star Wars movie at the box office. Behind its success is an entire viral online maze. Culture 77387950 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/saudi-arabia-and-russia-draw-closer-amid-opec-upheaval/a-77387950?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Saudi Arabia and Russia deepen cooperation, their combined influence over global oil supply is growing. Could this shift the balance of power in energy markets? Business 77167930 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 09:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/who-owns-the-billions-in-germany-s-dormant-bank-accounts/a-77167930?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Billions of euros sit untouched in dormant bank accounts in Germany. With heirs unaware and no central register in place, banks and politicians are debating who should ultimately control the money. Business 77396216 Tue, 2 Jun 2026 17:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-cologne-cathedral-to-charge-tourists-€12-for-entry/a-77396216?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Cologne Cathedral has laid out plans to charge tourist visitors, starting in July. They will be asked to pay €12 each, to help cover maintenance costs. It still plans to keep a small free area available for worshippers. News 77385284 Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/legendary-warrior-women-the-history-of-the-amazons/a-77385284?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss They're said to have cut off their breasts to better draw their bows and even to have killed their male offspring. What is the history behind the myths surrounding the Amazons? Culture 77350158 Tue, 2 Jun 2026 01:31:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ethiopia-goes-electric-following-gas-car-ban/a-77350158?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Electric vehicles have taken off in Ethiopia. Key to the shift: a world-first ban on importing fossil fuel-powered vehicles. Environment 77378920 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 14:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-nation-hopping-ruining-german-youth-football/a-77378920?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Many young German footballers are choosing other countries over Germany. DFB Director Andreas Rettig is aiming to change this and is calling for a compensation fee. Sports 77374393 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 13:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/mozart-the-idol-searching-for-beauty-in-times-of-crisis/a-77374393?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Mozart's music evokes lightness and beauty. In times of war and destruction, people often invoke the ideals of the classical era. But is this just an escape from reality? The Mozartfest Würzburg offers different answers. Culture 77295494 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 08:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-china-keeps-north-korea-s-economy-alive/a-77295494?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for the first time since 2019. Pyongyang relies on China for 95% of its legitimate trade; hacking, arms deals and remittances also help it stay afloat. Business 77371601 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 08:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/young-german-talents-impress-in-world-cup-tune-up-vs-finland/a-77371601?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Deniz Undav and Lennart Karl delivered strong performances in Germany's last game at home before the start of 2026 FIFA World Cup. Sports 77167075 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 06:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-town-prints-its-own-cash-to-cut-co2-emissions/a-77167075?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss It started as a school project to promote local businesses in a remote Bavarian region. Now, the "Chiemgauer" currency helps to cut emissions. Environment 77341009 Mon, 1 Jun 2026 05:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/dna-had-one-rule-bacteria-didn-t-get-the-memo/a-77341009?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Every cell in every organism on Earth copies DNA the same way. Except one bacterial protein — quietly doing something scientists had never seen before. Science 77303795 Sun, 31 May 2026 13:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/space-race-why-portugal-is-reaching-for-the-stars/a-77303795?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A spaceport is being built on a small Portuguese island in the Atlantic. Is Portugal on the verge of becoming a space nation? World 77143547 Sun, 31 May 2026 08:05:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/swing-youth-in-nazi-germany-jazz-was-an-act-of-defiance/a-77143547?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Nazis denounced jazz music as "degenerate art," despite its widespread popularity in Germany. As the Nazis clamped down on expression, groups of jazz-loving teenagers formed the Swing Youth to rebel. Culture 77342887 Sun, 31 May 2026 07:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/goodbye-norma-jeane-how-marilyn-monroe-changed-hollywood/a-77342887?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Long seen primarily as a sex symbol, Marilyn Monroe is now viewed as an early advocate for women in Hollywood. On the 100th anniversary of her birth, DW looks at the star who balanced fame and feminist agency. Culture 77360206 Sat, 30 May 2026 21:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/psg-s-team-of-talents-retain-champions-league-title/a-77360206?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Paris Saint-Germain were unable to score from open play against a resilient Arsenal but won their second successive title on penalties. Luis Enrique has built a team to be proud of at the oil-rich club. Sports 77346783 Sat, 30 May 2026 14:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/film-funding-bill-to-support-blockbusters-made-in-germany/a-77346783?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The German government wants to attract more filmmakers and make the country a "global player" in on-screen entertainment. A new bill would require media companies to make mandatory investments in the film industry. Germany 77320865 Sat, 30 May 2026 05:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/international-aid-cuts-complicate-congo-s-ebola-epidemic/a-77320865?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The scaling back of development aid has contributed to the inability to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. German organizations are calling for a major spending boost to help stop the spread. Science 77262996 Fri, 29 May 2026 14:50:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/what-makes-a-vanity-project-a-history-of-building-for-power/a-77262996?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Donald Trump proposes costly redesigns for Washington, DC, the question arises: When do grand projects serve the public — and when do they serve the leader? Culture 77341403 Fri, 29 May 2026 11:49:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/pigeons-livers-may-enable-magnetic-navigation-when-the-sun-doesn-t-shine-study-finds/a-77341403?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A research team in Germany has published new data on how pigeons use magnetic fields as a navigation method when visibility is limited. A key part of the long-sought answer could lie in an unexpected organ, their livers. News 77172236 Fri, 29 May 2026 08:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-superbug-spill-when-medicine-goes-rogue/a-77172236?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Pharmaceuticals have been found in waterways almost everywhere in the world, fueling antibiotic-resistant superbugs that no longer respond to treatment. Is there a way out? Environment 77325707 Thu, 28 May 2026 15:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/suez-panama-canals-charge-for-transit-why-can-t-hormuz/a-77325707?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Iran has been widely condemned for demanding up to $2 million for vessels to ship through the Strait of Hormuz. DW explores the reasons why Egypt can charge for the Suez Canal and Panama for its waterway, but Iran can't. Business 77325922 Thu, 28 May 2026 09:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/new-ebola-cases-in-congo-what-you-need-to-know/a-77325922?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The virus spreads from direct person-to-person contact. But here's what makes it especially lethal: it persists in corpses, and funeral practices often take place precisely when bodies are most infectious. Science 77313462 Thu, 28 May 2026 09:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-oil-shortages-threaten-global-energy-security/a-77313462?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Strategic petroleum reserves are declining rapidly as countries release emergency crude supplies to cushion the economic impact of the Middle East conflict. Business 77302218 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:43:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/europe-s-energy-problem-isn-t-green-power-it-s-storage/a-77302218?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Solar and wind produce lots of energy — but not always at the right time. More battery storage could help Europe to stabilize prices and replace polluting fossil fuel energy, but roadblocks remain. Environment 77310083 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:11:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-eyes-heat-pumps-as-iran-war-drives-energy-costs-up/a-77310083?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The war in the Middle East is threatening fossil fuel supplies and causing energy prices to rise in Germany. Could that drive a surge in demand for heat pumps? Business 77297459 Tue, 26 May 2026 13:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ferrari-unveils-its-first-all-electric-car-the-4-door-luce/a-77297459?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Italian supercar giant has released images of what will be both its first ever pure EV, and its first car that can seat five people. The Luce eyes a younger clientele and the increasingly competitive Chinese market. News 77248308 Tue, 26 May 2026 09:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-wind-boom-trump-couldn-t-stop/a-77248308?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Even with fierce opposition, offshore wind projects are multiplying along US coasts — signaling a massive shift in energy. Environment 77236838 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-spacex-s-ipo-fund-life-on-mars-and-a-trillionaire/a-77236838?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss SpaceX is launching history's biggest public listing, propelling Elon Musk's wealth into the stratosphere. DW explores whether the firm's out-of-this-world ambitions are truly cosmic or another black hole for investors. Business 77279415 Mon, 25 May 2026 05:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/blinded-by-the-light-pollution-cities-seek-to-restore-night/a-77279415?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Artificial lights are blotting out the moon and stars, harming human health, and disrupting the natural world. Why is this a problem? And how can we stop it without sitting in the dark? Environment 77248463 Sun, 24 May 2026 05:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/enhanced-games-why-crippling-injuries-are-the-least-of-it/a-77248463?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Doping in sports is nothing new. Athletes at the Enhanced Games will know the risks — severe injury, even paralysis. But bioethicists are also concerned we're opening the gates to altering our fundamental human biology. Science 77248236 Fri, 22 May 2026 21:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/kevin-warsh-trump-ally-at-the-federal-reserve/a-77248236?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Never before has a chair of the US Federal Reserve been so controversial. Who is Kevin Warsh? Can he preserve the Fed's independence, or will he become Donald Trump's puppet? Business 77211690 Fri, 22 May 2026 18:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-or-iran-who-will-win-the-hormuz-endurance-game/a-77211690?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Tehran is betting that its sanctions‑hardened economy can outlast the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Washington, meanwhile, is contending with elevated oil prices, renewed inflation pressure and rising global recession risks. Business 77197682 Fri, 22 May 2026 13:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-dying-dream-of-the-dead-to-be-at-peace-with-life/a-77197682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Many people have vivid dreams shortly before death. Research suggests the dreams are not a sign of confusion — but may help both the dying and their loved ones make sense of loss. Science 77237887 Thu, 21 May 2026 17:07:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ebola-patient-in-berlin-why-germany-s-helping/a-77237887?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss An Ebola‑infected US doctor is being treated under the highest safety standards in a specialized isolation unit in the German capital, Berlin. The facilities are considered to be among the best equipped worldwide. Science 75022175 Thu, 21 May 2026 15:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-germany-s-aviation-tax-cut-lower-ticket-prices/a-75022175?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The tax cut aims to ease the burden on the aviation industry and make flying slightly cheaper. However, some experts warn that it is unlikely to have a meaningful impact on ticket prices. Business 77238401 Thu, 21 May 2026 09:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/extreme-climate-scenario-fades-but-warming-continues/a-77238401?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The rapid rollout of renewable energy is helping to shift emissions trends, but expected temperature rises remain high as the UN moves to tighten countries' commitments. Environment 77226919 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/researchers-spot-humpback-whales-off-australia-and-brazil-longest-lifetime-journey-on-record/a-77226919?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Researchers have observed two humpback whales swimming between Australia and Brazil. It's the longest travel distance humans have ever recorded for the species. News 77099295 Wed, 20 May 2026 08:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-meta-wants-to-profile-13-year-olds-on-insta-facebook/a-77099295?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Instagram and Facebook have a problem with underage users — there's too many of them. Parent company, Meta, aims to root out under-13s with an age-profiling AI. This plays into a debate about a teenage social media ban. Science 76961584 Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-is-failing-to-cut-pesticide-use/a-76961584?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss With binding cut targets scrapped, the European Union's pledge to halve pesticide use is stalling — even as controversial chemicals like glyphosate remain on sale across the bloc. Environment