https://www.dw.com/english/?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Deutsche Welle en 2026 DW Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:11:19 GMT Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:11:19 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 76766294 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nuba-mountains-a-fragile-refuge-on-sudan-s-frontline/a-76766294?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Squeezed between Sudan and South Sudan, the self-governed Nuba Mountains are grappling with complex war dynamics while hosting hundreds of thousands of refugees they are scarcely able to support. World 76784663 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:22:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/india-news-a-dalit-officer-highlights-caste-barriers-in-judiciary/live-76784663?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A Dalit officer says discrimination now operates through subtle workplace practices. Meanwhile, Trump calls up Modi over the Middle East conflict. DW has more. News 76784713 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-school-shooting-injures-16-teenage-attacker-dead/a-76784713?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The former student fired randomly inside the highschool. Among the injured are teachers and students. After being cornered by the police, the attacker took his own life, officials say. News 76784015 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-maine-pushes-for-first-statewide-pause-on-ai-data-centers/a-76784015?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss While the move by the US state is temporary, it reflects mounting public fears over electricity costs, land use and environmental risks. News 76783967 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:11:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-will-make-iran-thrive-if-it-ditches-nukes/live-76783967?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US President Donald Trump wants a "grand bargain" with Tehran, where the US can make Iran "thrive and prosper," according to Vice President JD Vance. DW has more. News 76770415 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-ukraine-discuss-drone-deal-as-merz-hosts-zelenskyy/live-76770415?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. News 76783924 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/france-s-renault-slashes-engineer-jobs-amid-pressure-from-chinese-carmakers/a-76783924?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The French carmaker said it would cut up to 2,400 engineering jobs as the company tries to catch up to Chinese electric vehicles in terms of price and production speed. News 76782610 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:59:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/spain-sanchez-government-finalizes-amnesty-plan-for-undocumented-migrants/a-76782610?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government hailed the plan as "an act of justice and a necessity." It will allow unauthorized migrants to apply for temporary residence permits instead, and to start paying taxes. News 76783319 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-pilots-to-strike-again-for-2-more-days-leading-to-a-full-working-week-of-disruption/a-76783319?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Pilots at Germany's Lufthansa airline will strike again on Thursday and Friday, the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union said. Cabin crew are also striking this week, clouding the company's centenary celebrations News 76782219 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lebanon-debate-over-fake-plot-to-overthrow-government/a-76782219?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Locals are questioning stories about whether Israel saved Lebanon from a coup to overthrow its government when it bombed Beirut. The debate underscores how divided the country is, as Israel-Lebanon talks begin. World 76781707 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/antisemitic-violence-at-record-high-for-jews-outside-israel/a-76781707?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Israel marks Holocaust Remembrance Day, a new report by Tel Aviv University shows surging cases of severe violence against Jews in the West in 2025. World 76779824 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/sudan-iran-war-prompts-massive-food-fuel-price-rises-drones-kill-hundreds-of-civilians-in-2026/a-76779824?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss German charities warn of increases of 70-80% in the costs of essentials in wartorn Sudan amid the unrest in the Middle East. Donors gather in Berlin on Wednesday on the third anniversary of the outbreak of the war. News 76779305 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/venezuela-100-days-with-acting-president-delcy-rodriguez/a-76779305?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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? World 76780797 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-aid-to-ukraine-faces-challenges/a-76780797?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. Germany 76777251 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-blockade-of-hormuz-tests-china-s-restraint/a-76777251?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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? World 76778682 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-india-walked-away-from-its-bid-to-host-cop33/a-76778682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. World 76531016 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-debates-rape-law-to-tackle-ai-and-online-abuse/a-76531016?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Calls are growing for Germany to update its rape law after a celebrity case involving "deepfakes" caused an uproar. Campaigners are also pushing for a move to the "only yes means yes" principle of active consent. Germany 76775080 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-german-who-recovered-from-a-stroke-to-seal-olympic-first/a-76775080?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. Sports 76776714 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/orban-s-defeat-in-hungary-reverberates-across-central-europe/a-76776714?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. World 76777008 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:52:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/new-whale-sighting-on-german-danish-border/a-76777008?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. News 76775746 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-man-found-guilty-in-pelicot-style-rape-case/a-76775746?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. Germany 76639304 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-world-ditched-wasteful-toilets-the-us-stayed-behind/a-76639304?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. Environment 76770986 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/spanish-pm-sanchez-wife-charged-with-corruption/a-76770986?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss 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. News 76767107 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:36:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-applauds-hungary-s-election-result/a-76767107?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After Hungary’s opposition ousted Viktor Orban after 16 years in power, hopes rise in Brussels that Budapest may abandon its obstructionist course. What is the EU expecting from Peter Magyar? World 76760890 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-pilots-launch-2-day-strike-cabin-crew-say-they-will-strike-right-after/a-76760890?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Pilots who are members of the Vereinigung Cockpit trade union are striking on Monday and Tuesday. As hundreds of flights were canceled, the UFO cabin crew union said it would also strike on Wednesday and Thursday. News 76760110 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:31:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/trump-s-naval-blockade-raises-economic-pressure-on-iran/a-76760110?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A US naval blockade cuts off Iran's main source of hard currency by halting most of its oil exports. Will President Trump's pressure force Tehran back to negotiations or widen the conflict? Business 76766410 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:49:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-orban-s-election-defeat-sparks-hope-and-relief/a-76766410?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Viktor Orban's Fidesz party was swept aside in Hungary's parliamentary election. His defeat is a blow for Putin, Trump and populists the world over. Election winner Peter Magyar is promising major changes. World 76764802 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-buchenwald-remembering-nazi-atrocities/a-76764802?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Buchenwald was one of the largest concentration camps on German soil. Eighty‑one years ago, it was liberated. The commemoration included moving words — and protests. Germany 76760115 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-s-oldest-gorilla-celebrates-69th-birthday-at-berlin-zoo/a-76760115?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Lady Fatou, known as the "grand dame" of the Berlin Zoo, was certified last year by Guinness as the oldest living gorilla in the world. News 76759123 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-merz-says-fuel-tax-lowered-to-ease-price-surge/live-76759123?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Berlin is cutting fuel tax and arms manufacturer Rheinmetall is preparing to build missiles in a new venture. Elsewhere, a fisherman triggered a massive search before being found drunk and asleep in a car. DW has more. News 76758641 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-peter-magyar-s-election-heralds-thaw-in-eu-ties/a-76758641?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Following the ouster of Russia-friendly Viktor Orban after 16 years, Europe is now waiting to see if his designated successor Peter Magyar can make good on his promises to repair ties with Brussels. News 76743753 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/merck-s-keytruda-a-lifesaving-drug-a-global-divide/a-76743753?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A cross-border investigation by DW and ICIJ reveals how pricing and patents helped turn a life-saving medicine into one of the world's best selling drugs while leaving many patients struggling to access it. Science 76699402 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:59:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/boosting-women-s-role-in-politics-dutch-style/a-76699402?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Some 504 women were elected in recent Dutch local elections, with a "Vote for a Woman" campaign boosting their chances to gather preferential votes. Despite the record figure, women remain underrepresented. World 76712766 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:36:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-betting-on-elections-is-illegal-but-possible/a-76712766?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Online gambling is gaining traction in Germany. Using prediction markets like Polymarket to bet on political events remains illegal, but it is almost impossible to police. Germany 76751180 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:56:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ireland-clears-refinery-blockade-as-fuel-protests-trigger-nationwide-shortages/a-76751180?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Authorities used force to reopen the country's only refinery, after days of disruption over petrol prices left fuel pumps dry and threatened emergency services operations. News 76750838 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-election-orban-concedes-painful-defeat-to-magyar/live-76750838?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Veteran Prime Minister Viktor Orban has acknowledged the landslide victory of Peter Magyar and his Tisza party in Hungary's parliamentary election. Magyar has promised sweeping reforms. News 76739861 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-much-sway-does-trump-have-over-hungarian-voters/a-76739861?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US President Trump has backed Hungarian PM Orban. It's unclear whether the endorsement will help in Hungary's election — the European hard-right has struggled with Trump's recent anti-Europe policies and threats. World 76711858 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ufos-most-are-reported-by-people-out-for-an-evening-smoke/a-76711858?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hansjürgen Köhler has been a volunteer UFO hunter for more than 50 years. He sees his work as scientific investigation, but sometimes also as caring for others. Science 76748467 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/russian-memorial-human-rights-ngo-labeled-extremist/a-76748467?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russia's Supreme Court has labeled the human rights organization Memorial as "extremist." Experts say this represents a new level of repression in Russia. World 76742350 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ukrainian-civilians-abducted-tortured-in-russian-prisons/a-76742350?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russia has been holding thousands of Ukrainian civilians behind bars for years, in breach of international humanitarian law. Families have been fighting for their loved ones to be released, some for more than a decade. World 76739903 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-this-syrian-doctor-one-of-the-80-germany-wants-to-remove/a-76739903?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Chancellor Friedrich Merz has ignited a debate by declaring that 80% of Syrians would be repatriated. Does this mean that Germany also intends to deport those who are integrated and whom the country needs? Germany 76712016 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/first-gay-rights-movement-berlin-s-wild-1920s-queer-history/a-76712016?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Before the Nazis took power, Berlin was a center of LGBTQ+ rights and queer culture, with research institutes, a flourishing nightlife and one of the earliest gay rights' movements. Culture 76744298 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-scandal-fear-and-hope-ahead-of-vote/a-76744298?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Fake news and a growing number of political scandals: Hungary hasn't seen an election this fraught since after 1989's collapse of the communist dictatorship. World 76723501 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/as-hungary-gears-up-for-a-historic-election-dw-answers-a-few-key-questions/a-76723501?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hungary's election on April 12 is the most important for the state since 1989, and also of historic significance for the EU. DW takes a more detailed look. World 76738187 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-bundeswehr-says-military-aged-men-can-travel-freely/a-76738187?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A new rule requiring men to get permission to travel abroad recently put Defense Minister Boris Pistorius under pressure. He says he has fixed the situation, but the criticism continues. Germany 76716821 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nasa-s-billion-dollar-space-race-goes-into-overdrive/a-76716821?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss NASA's renewed push to get a human mission to the moon and Mars is neither cheap, nor for the faint of heart. But who ends up covering the costs and what does everyone still on Earth get out of all this? Business 76736160 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-police-suspect-antisemitism-in-israeli-restaurant-attack-in-munich/a-76736160?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Police and restaurant owners believe antisemitism motivated the Munich attack. Nobody was hurt, but three windows were broken, causing damage worth several thousand euros. This comes amid tension over the war in Iran. News 76509313 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/recycling-s-next-big-thing-or-big-bluff/a-76509313?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss An advanced recycling process claims it can handle hard-to-recycle plastics, like packaging. But critics say it's not worth the effort. Environment 76729592 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:22:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lufthansa-cabin-crew-begin-strike/a-76729592?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hundreds of flights have been canceled as cabin crew members walk out. This is Lufthansa's third major strike this year. News 76728827 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 20:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-russia-s-putin-declares-easter-ceasefire/a-76728827?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russian President Putin has announced a ceasefire in its war in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter holiday. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said his country will "act accordingly" during the truce. News 76727981 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 19:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-and-syria-tighten-relations/a-76727981?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Syria was not only a diplomatic gesture but motivated by strategic considerations regarding Russia, once a strong supporter of the Middle Eastern state. World 76722416 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 14:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-election-voters-want-new-eu-approach-but-tough-ukraine-stance-poll-shows/a-76722416?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A new poll ahead of Hungary's election suggests that most voters want at least minor changes to ties with the EU. But it also found skepticism of financial support for Ukraine, and voters prioritizing domestic issues. News 76690990 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 14:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fact-check-orban-points-to-ukraine-over-pipeline-bomb/a-76690990?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Orban strongly suggests explosives found near a key gas pipeline in Serbia are evidence of Ukrainian sabotage. Serbia's intelligence chief publicly disagrees. World 76723989 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 13:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/has-coachella-festival-sold-out/a-76723989?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss One of the world's biggest open-air music and art festivals has been hit by controversies and declining credibility — yet the world's biggest acts continue to headline. Culture 76711403 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 12:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-fare-evasion-is-a-crime-that-can-send-you-to-prison/a-76711403?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In Germany, riding without a ticket on public transportation can land you in jail. The justice minister would like to change this, but her conservative coalition partners are skeptical. Germany 76719631 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 11:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/migrant-dinghy-sinks-in-english-channel-off-france-4-people-die/a-76719631?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A boat carrying more than 40 people ran into trouble early in the morning, with two men and two women dying in the waters. Crossings are building up after the winter lull, but the sea temperatures are slower to rise. News 76718629 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 09:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/veteran-german-actor-mario-adorf-dies-aged-95/a-76718629?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Few actors had a career as rich as Mario Adorf. He played legendary Hollywood villains, wrote German TV history and still had film roles at age 90. Culture 76717707 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 08:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/artemis-ii-crew-emotional-as-mission-prepares-for-reentry/a-76717707?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In less than 48 hours, the Orion spacecraft is due to splash down in the Pacific Ocean. Crew members have said what they saw in space will forever change how they see the world. News 76705555 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 06:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-election-how-football-has-helped-orban-keep-power/a-76705555?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Viktor Orban is a football fanatic but has long used the sport as a political tool, both in Hungary and abroad. With polls predicting election defeat, he could also lose his chance of hosting the Champions League final. Sports 76715197 Thu, 9 Apr 2026 01:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/trump-criticizes-nato-over-iran-in-meeting-with-rutte/a-76715197?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss President Donald Trump said NATO "wasn't there" after the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran. But NATO head Mark Rutte said "a large majority of European countries" lived up to their side of the deal. News 76710104 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 15:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/norway-s-telenor-faces-lawsuit-for-giving-junta-data-from-its-customers-in-myanmar/a-76710104?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A Swedish non-profit has filed a class action lawsuit against Norway's Telenor, accusing it of endangering customers in Myanmar by sharing their data with the junta. The company said it had no real choice. News 76706045 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 14:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/jd-vance-criticizes-zelenskyy-and-ukraine-in-hungary-on-visit-campaigning-for-viktor-orban/a-76706045?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US Vice President JD Vance has criticized EU leaders and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his visit to Hungary, echoing Prime Minister Viktor Orban's campaign messaging. The Kremlin chimed in from Moscow, too. News 76705488 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-farmers-are-facing-a-fertilizer-shortfall/a-76705488?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The war in Iran has sparked a global fertilizer shortage and is threatening food security. What are farmers around the world doing to save their crops? Environment 76652902 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 08:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/should-western-influencers-promote-taliban‑run-afghanistan/a-76652902?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In the race for clicks, likes and followers, some travel content creators are being criticized for promoting Afghanistan while ignoring the harsh reality of Taliban rule. Culture 76504740 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 08:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/60-years-after-the-indonesian-mass-killings-is-the-cold-war-back/a-76504740?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Six decades after helping the Indonesian army crush one of the biggest communist parties in the world, the US is once again meddling in countries it considers a thorn in its flesh. Is history repeating itself? Culture 76609217 Wed, 8 Apr 2026 07:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-ai-doom-office-space-to-history/a-76609217?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Artificial intelligence's potential for disruption is being felt across multiple industries. Now commercial real estate is feeling the heat from what analysts say is a "paradigm shift." Business 76566780 Tue, 7 Apr 2026 13:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/homegrown-energy-is-slashing-us-energy-bills/a-76566780?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In times of skyrocketing energy prices, some US citizens are making big savings by producing electricity at home. Environment 76689505 Tue, 7 Apr 2026 11:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/one-in-five-young-germans-plan-to-leave-the-country/a-76689505?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A recent study shows that as many as one in five Germans between the ages of 14 and 29 are actively thinking about moving to another country — and 40% plan to do so in the long term. Culture 76623404 Tue, 7 Apr 2026 06:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/can-small-nuclear-reactors-solve-europe-s-energy-woes/a-76623404?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Supporters say modular reactors are key to meeting energy goals, but critics say they're a costly distraction. Business 76594337 Mon, 6 Apr 2026 07:05:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/mediterranean-sharks-are-vanishing-in-a-legal-void/a-76594337?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Along Libya's coast, sharks — including breeding females — are being sold unchecked. With little enforcement and growing financial pressure on fishermen, vulnerable species are spiraling toward extinction. World 76645829 Sun, 5 Apr 2026 04:49:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/empty-churches-new-temples-germany-s-growing-religious-diversity/a-76645829?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Germany's Christian following declines and churches stand empty, new Muslim, Jewish and Hindu places of worship are emerging, reshaping the country's religious landscape. Germany 76662677 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 15:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-men-need-military-permit-for-extended-stays-abroad/a-76662677?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The new military service law requires all men under 45 to seek approval from the Bundeswehr to leave the country for longer than three months. It also obliges the military career center to issue it. News 76593888 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 13:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/young-german-men-refusing-military-service/a-76593888?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Military service remains voluntary in Germany. However, with the Bundeswehr needing more soldiers, conscription could soon return. But an increasing number of young men are choosing to opt out. Germany 76650036 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 09:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-baltic-humpback-whale-timmy-still-breathing/live-76650036?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The plight of a whale marooned in shallow Baltic waters has had animal lovers gripped for the past week. Meanwhile, Germany's Easter peace marches continue as the Iran war rages. News 76411423 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/drill-baby-drill-―-trump-opens-up-nature-to-big-energy/a-76411423?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss America's beloved national parks and public lands face conservation rollbacks and sell-offs as the administration of US President Donald Trump pushes for fossil fuel and timber extraction. World 76644793 Fri, 3 Apr 2026 06:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-easter-peace-marches-planned-in-shadow-of-war/a-76644793?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the possible reintroduction of conscription causing anxiety among Germans. Germany 76638860 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 17:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-chancellor-merz-has-never-been-more-unpopular/a-76638860?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The CDU/CSU and SPD made many promises to voters. But according to polls, Germans are deeply disappointed with the governing coalition and have little hope that things will improve. Germany 76641195 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/semenya-hits-out-at-impact-of-olympic-ban-on-dsd-athletes/a-76641195?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Caster Semenya has had her gender scrutinized in public for years after winning two Olympic golds. She has hit out at what she sees as a policy that disproportionately affects athletes with sexual differences. Sports 76030278 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 06:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/wealth-tax-why-are-countries-afraid-to-tax-the-ultrarich/a-76030278?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Growing income inequality and public displays of billionaire power are increasing calls for new income and wealth taxes aimed at the world's richest individuals. Can wealth ever be taxed fairly? Business 76303601 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 05:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-us-liberation-day-tariffs-reshaped-global-trade/a-76303601?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss One year after Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs, global trade flows have shifted. Trade data shows which countries gained, which lost — and who is footing the bill. Business 76608311 Thu, 2 Apr 2026 03:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/unesco-world-heritage-sites-facing-the-heat/a-76608311?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic cultural heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked to climate change. Culture 76621483 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 13:40:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-iraq-qualify-but-iran-doubts-loom/a-76621483?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Iraq have overcome tough circumstances to reach the World Cup for the first time in 30 years, with the lineup now complete. But Iran's potential withdrawal still hangs over a tournament fraught with political issues. Sports 76621900 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 12:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-conservatives-call-cannabis-legalization-a-nonstarter-as-2-year-report-is-filed/a-76621900?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Conservatives see a two-year report on Germany's partial legalization of cannabis as evidence that it's been a failure. While the findings may be more nuanced, researchers did identify several problems. News 76611029 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 08:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fifa-world-cup-2026-trump-s-politics-put-off-german-fans/a-76611029?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Many German fans are torn on whether to travel to the US for this summer's major football tournament. Sports 76615488 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 03:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/tiger-woods-stepping-away-for-treatment-after-dui-arrest/a-76615488?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Tiger Woods has announced a break from golf four days after he crashed his SUV and was arrested for driving under influence. Fans had been awaiting his return at the Masters this month. News 76607756 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/were-grandma-and-grandpa-nazis/a-76607756?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss What did our forebears do during the Nazi era? A subject long shrouded in silence in German families. Now, the US National Archives has made millions of NSDAP membership cards available online. Culture 76602965 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fifa-world-cup-which-german-players-will-make-the-final-cut/a-76602965?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Several players on Germany's national football team have really stood out during the squad's recent test matches ahead of this summer's major soccer tournament. Sports 76526954 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/after-the-iran-war-how-fast-could-global-trade-recover/a-76526954?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Iran war could end soon as a ceasefire goes into effect. But the true test will be how quickly energy, fertilizer and other supply chains can bounce back whenever the Strait of Hormuz is reopened. Business 76599285 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-beat-ghana-to-complete-confidence-boosting-march/a-76599285?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A late winner from Stuttgart's Deniz Undav secured a second friendly win in a week for Germany. With the FIFA World Cup just 10 weeks away, Julian Nagelsmann's team will be starting to believe they can win it all. Sports 76595769 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/air-canada-ceo-to-retire-after-english-only-condolence-furor/a-76595769?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Air Canada has announced that CEO Michael Rousseau will retire later this year. This follows public criticism of his failure to voice condolences in French as well as English after two pilots were killed in a collision. News 76593442 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-pleasure-of-books-in-the-digital-age/a-76593442?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The digitization of global literature has brought vast libraries to our fingertips. But the quiet power of a physical book offers a rare escape from constant digital noise. Culture 76568979 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:07:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/amnesty-flags-fifa-world-cup-human-rights-risks/a-76568979?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The human rights group has sounded the alarm about risks faced by visitors to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It goes as far as to describe the situation in the United States as a "human rights emergency." Sports 76517556 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/solar-is-winning-the-energy-race/a-76517556?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The world's cheapest power source is scaling at warp speed, pushing coal, gas and nuclear aside. Environment 76539162 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/at-40-lady-gaga-isn-t-done-revolutionizing-pop-music/a-76539162?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As iconic as she is outlandish, Lady Gaga has left quite a mark on the world of music. Here's how she reinvented pop — and reached millions by opening up about her trauma and illness. Culture 76538094 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:36:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/florian-wirtz-inspires-germany-past-switzerland/a-76538094?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany beat Switzerland 4-3 in an entertaining World Cup warm-up in Basel. Two goals and two assists from Liverpool's Florian Wirtz secured a confidence-boosting victory for Julian Nagelsmann's team. Sports 74377840 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/daylight-saving-time-a-history-of-fact-folklore-and-fuss/a-74377840?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From wartime strategy to Halloween lobbying lore, the legacy of daylight saving time is tangled in culture, commerce and contested claims. Culture 76557017 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:44:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fighting-in-iran-is-another-1970s‑style-oil-crisis-looming/a-76557017?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Supply disruptions, high prices, nervous markets: The current war in the Middle East brings back memories of the oil crises of the 1970s. Back then, many economies plunged into stagflation. How bad is the current crisis? Business 76538730 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/looksmaxxing-the-manosphere-beauty-cult/a-76538730?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The online trend with roots in misogyny encourages socially isolated young men to undertake painful practices to gain beauty and status — and its language is reaching the White House. Culture 75937028 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/smart-sleepers-could-be-the-glow-up-night-trains-need/a-75937028?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Europe has a bit of an on-off relationship with night trains. A Berlin team's smart cabin concept could lead to greater commitment. Environment 76507337 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-cost-trump-and-travel-give-fans-pause/a-76507337?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As teams battle it out for the final six spots, loyal fans are making plans for World Cup 2026. DW spoke to supporters across the world to hear about five-figure expenditure, visa uncertainty and safety concerns. Sports 76518386 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-boosts-strategic-significance-of-south-caucasus/a-76518386?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss With war raging in Iran, the South Caucasus has become one of the few stable corridors between Asia and Europe. Nowhere are the conflict's opportunities and risks more visible than in Azerbaijan. Business 76529540 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-green-reputation-hits-a-crossroads/a-76529540?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's new climate spend is big on wind power and e‑mobility. Some call it real momentum, others say it’s basically a green band‑aid. Environment 76520877 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-vw-eyeing-iron-dome-parts-production-at-german-plant/a-76520877?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A report in the Financial Times says Volkswagen is considering producing defense components for Israel. A VW spokesperson told DW the company was exploring "viable options." Business 76503935 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-iran-cashing-in-millions-from-strait-of-hormuz-blockade/a-76503935?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss An Iranian lawmaker claims Tehran is quietly charging tankers up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The move threatens to turn the key waterway into a high-stakes toll booth. Business 76518505 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/from-goethe-to-soraya-german-iranian-stories/a-76518505?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss It's hard to imagine now, but Iran and Germany were once surprisingly close. A master poet, a German "Lawrence of Arabia," and an empress all played a role in this shared history. Culture 76504970 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/wnba-s-labor-deal-is-a-structural-shift-for-women-s-sports/a-76504970?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss America's top women's basketball league just agreed to a new CBA. It will have a significant impact on women's sport. Sports 76510267 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nasa-plans-moon-base-instead-of-orbital-lunar-station/a-76510267?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss New NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman says the US space agency will pivot from launching an orbiting lunar station to constructing a base on the moon's surface. It comes amid a renewed moon race with Russia and China. News 76509304 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/who-wins-what-in-the-eu-s-new-trade-deal-with-australia/a-76509304?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Squeezed by Trump's tariffs and China's industrial muscle, the EU and Australia bury old trade disputes to finalize a long-delayed free trade deal. Business 76508264 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/american-apocalypse-the-end-feels-personal-and-imminent/a-76508264?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Social psychologists in the US found that a third of people surveyed feel the world will end in their lifetimes. That's not only depressing; it also affects people's sense of agency when faced by war or climate change. Science 76496671 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/australia-and-eu-strike-free-trade-deal/a-76496671?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The European Union and Australia have agreed on a sweeping new trade deal, compromising to boost exports in the face of global uncertainty over trade. News 76453903 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:22:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/argentina-s-dirty-war-still-on-trial-50-years-later/a-76453903?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Some 30,000 people were "disappeared" under the brutal military dictatorship that ruled Argentina from 1976 to 1983. Victims are still fighting for justice. Culture 76487750 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/report-hungary-using-more-russian-oil-despite-eu-phase-out/a-76487750?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A new report by the Center for the Study of Democracy, shared exclusively with DW, says that Hungary has increased its dependence on Russian oil since 2021. It has also become highly dependent on Russian gas. NRS-Import 76482613 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/asian-markets-tumble-but-europe-us-rally-on-trump-optimism/a-76482613?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Markets in Asia nosedived as trading restarted on Monday. Europe's indices were headed in the same direction, until optimistic Iran comments from Donald Trump prompted traders in Europe and the US to start buying again. News 76480741 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-s-energy-sites-still-on-trump-s-target-list/a-76480741?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US President Trump has delayed strikes on Iran's power plants for five days, citing "productive" talks with Tehran. DW asks what infrastructure US forces could still bomb to force a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Business 76154113 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-africa-gets-shortchanged-in-trade-with-europe/a-76154113?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The establishment of free trade between much of both continents for half a century has created growth in many areas. However, the data analysis shows that Africa remains on unequal footing. World 76436007 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iranians-and-israelis-united-through-music/a-76436007?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Berlin-based music ensemble Sistanagila brings together musicians from Iran and Israel who offer a message of hope for a better future. Culture 76392644 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/alexandra-popp-and-borussia-dortmund-a-sign-of-the-times/a-76392644?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's most famous female footballer has signed for a third-division team. The transfer will have huge impacts across the women's game in Germany. Sports 76451598 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-next-for-germany-s-troubled-car-giants/a-76451598?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss German automakers are in a crisis due to stagnant sales, falling profits and constant strategy shifts. Can the industry recover? Business 76448282 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/earth-s-climate-more-unbalanced-than-ever-wmo-warns/a-76448282?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The world's oceans have broken heat records for nine straight years, glaciers are retreating and extreme weather is killing thousands. The only way to avoid the worst is to urgently ditch fossil fuels. Climate 76436712 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:58:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/amazonia-s-indigenous-peoples-dismantle-western-cliches/a-76436712?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Indigenous peoples and the Amazon rainforest have often been exoticized. A new exhibition challenges these long-held tropes. Culture 76399668 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/navigation-satellites-guide-the-world-and-its-wars/a-76399668?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From smartphone maps to precision weapons, satellite navigation underpins modern life and war. Global navigation satellite systems have become indispensable, and that's made them vulnerable to disruption and attack. Science 76294206 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 08:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/at-97-japan-s-art-icon-yayoi-kusama-is-instagram-ready/a-76294206?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Despite her age, Yayoi Kusama's art and its subject matter remain highly relevant. A retrospective of the Japanese artist's work is now on show at Museum Ludwig in Cologne. Culture 76465759 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:48:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/using-every-drop-physics-answers-a-crucial-kitchen-question/a-76465759?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss How long does it take for the last drop of milk or oil to drip out of the bottle? US scientists have probed this everyday conundrum. Science 76287325 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/an-answer-to-us-drought-conditions-may-be-in-the-toilet/a-76287325?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Americans are willing to fork out extra money each month to drink recycled wastewater. With climate change intensifying drought in several regions, cities are exploring ways to turn sewage into drinking water. Environment 76454689 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/salman-rushdie-on-why-tyrants-fear-artists/a-76454689?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As the renowned writer tours Germany to discuss his latest book, "The Eleventh Hour," he explains why he chooses to remain optimistic despite all of the world's reasons to despair. Culture 76439504 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bts-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-k-pop-comeback-of-the-year/a-76439504?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After a four-year hiatus and the end of their military service, BTS are returning as a full group. With a new album, a Netflix livestream and a major world tour on the horizon, the K-pop icons are entering a new chapter. Culture 76431361 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/nuclear-s-cleanup-cost-threatens-the-expansion-dream/a-76431361?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Countries are racing to build new reactors. But we've barely figured out how to clean up the old ones — and the bill is potentially staggering. Climate 76428844 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bayern-munich-s-karl-and-urbig-in-latest-germany-squad/a-76428844?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Julian Nagelsmann's latest Germany squad includes a host of new names. The 2026 World Cup is less than three months away. Sports 76414673 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-people-remodelling-homes-with-reclaimed-ruins/a-76414673?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Cities are quietly becoming raw‑material hubs as urban miners add rubble to the carbon‑saving construction supply chain. Environment 76407477 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:37:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/value-of-african-football-will-go-down-after-afcon-final-u-turn/a-76407477?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After Senegal were stripped of their title and Morocco were crowned winners, African football faces some big questions. Sports 75213121 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-internet-was-supposed-to-be-free-what-went-wrong/a-75213121?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Thirty years ago, countercultural thinkers declared the internet an independent space. Today, it's controlled by a handful of corporations. Were we deceived? Culture 76395682 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-german-village-running-on-its-own-juice/a-76395682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss While war in the Middle East has sent oil prices soaring and households bracing for higher bills, one tiny German village has spent 30 years making itself immune to exactly this kind of shock. Climate 76289185 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ancient-graffiti-reveals-scenes-of-everyday-life-in-pompeii/a-76289185?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A growing number of researchers are turning to Pompeii's graffiti to better understand the lives, humor and concerns of ordinary people nearly 2,000 years ago. Spoiler alert: They liked gladiators. World 76300631 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-2026-is-the-us-iran-war-an-ethical-tipping-point/a-76300631?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The US is the main host of the 2026 World Cup. But it's currently at war with Iran, which has qualified for the tournament. The ethical conflicts of this soccer competition grow more complex each week. Sports