https://www.dw.com/english/?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Deutsche Welle en 2026 DW Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:39:03 GMT Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:39:03 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 78166847 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/spain-hundreds-of-migrants-attempt-to-swim-toward-ceuta/a-78166847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Spain's Civil Guard, maritime Rescue Services and the Red Cross said they rescued migrants from the water. The interior minister acknowledged the country was facing an "extraordinary, exceptional situation." News 78166958 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-us-launches-strikes-on-iran-as-powerful-response/live-78166958?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The US military said the strikes were in response to Iranian strikes on US forces a day earlier. Trump had threatened to hit Iran "very hard" in response to its strikes. Follow DW for more. News 78167375 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/explosions-in-kyiv-after-zelenskyy-warns-of-russian-strikes/a-78167375?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss At least one person was killed in a Russian air strike on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned that Russia had "prepared a massive attack," citing air force reports. News 78166044 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/report-finds-2025-was-deadliest-year-for-antisemitic-attacks-outside-israel/a-78166044?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany had the highest number of antisemitic incidents in 2025, both in absolute and relative terms, a report has found. News 78166254 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-well-are-lgbtq-rights-protected-across-europe/a-78166254?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After the attack on Berlin’s Pride event on Saturday, the situation of the LGBTQ+ community in Germany is a topic of conversation. How well are queer rights protected in other European countries? An overview. World 78165435 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/france-expels-russian-media-commentator-over-disinformation/a-78165435?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Tensions between Xenia Fedorova and the French date back to 2017, when President Emmanuel Macron accused her of spreading "defamatory falsehoods." News 78164222 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/k-pop-s-bts-opt-out-of-new-asian-music-grammy-consideration/a-78164222?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The K-pop sensation BTS, snubbed when nominated for Grammys in the past, say they're not interested in winning a new Asian music category. News 78162983 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-egypt-s-difficult-balancing-act/a-78162983?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The US-Iran war has already had a negative economic impact on Egypt. Now new threats from the Houthi group in Yemen are likely to worsen that. At the same time, Egypt is trying to stay on good terms with all parties. World 78157854 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:40:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-muslims-are-alarmed-by-the-islamist-terror-attack-in-berlin/a-78157854?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's Muslim organizations condemn the Islamist terrorist attack targeting Berlin's Pride celebrations and fear repercussions. Germany 78163682 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-sell-off-has-fifa-finally-gone-too-far/a-78163682?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A new FIFA proposal to sell off a stake in the World Cup has been met with fury in the football world. Under Gianni Infantino’s presidency, FIFA has become increasingly profit-driven, but is this too much? Sports 78155827 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-temperatures-to-soar-amid-new-heatwave/live-78155827?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany is once again baking under extreme heat. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merz's Cabinet shake-up — triggered by a surrogacy scandal — was formalized in a series of ministerial appointments. News 78162615 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bmw-to-cut-up-to-8-000-jobs/a-78162615?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Nearly half of BMW's German staff will receive a voluntary redundancy offer in the carmaker's bid to reduce staff by about 8,000 people. News 78153758 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/europe-wildfires-spain-lets-people-return-france-faces-extreme-heat/a-78153758?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Spain lifted evacuations for Avila province, a day after doing so in parts of the Madrid area. To the north in France, temperatures rose again, with extreme heat warnings in much of the country, including Gironde. News 78144564 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:05:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-a-ugandan-lost-20-years-of-her-life-to-xenophobia/a-78144564?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After decades of building lives in South Africa, hundreds of African migrants were forced to leave by renewed anti-immigrant tensions. A Ugandan who spent two decades in South Africa shared with DW how she's coping. World 78160208 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:11:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-signals-gas-price-hike-as-fuel-crisis-looms/a-78160208?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Iranian authorities want to dampen fuel consumption, but a sudden increase in gasoline prices risks social unrest as many Iranian households are already under severe economic pressure. World 78148597 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lebanon-s-pilot-zone-plan-can-it-work/a-78148597?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Israeli army has handed so-called "pilot zones" back to the Lebanese, The move is meant to facilitate an end to fighting between Hezbollah and Israel, and to Israeli occupation. But locals and experts are skeptical. World 78152152 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bayreuth-festival-opens-with-celebration-and-commemoration/a-78152152?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss To mark its 150th anniversary, the Bayreuth Festival remembers victims of the Holocaust — and confronts its founder's antisemitism. Culture 78159118 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/france-dj-kavinsky-found-dead-at-paris-home/a-78159118?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The star of the French electro scene, whose real name was Vincent Belorgey, was best known for his 2010 single Nightcall which he performed at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. News 78155782 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:16:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/japan-hospitals-struggle-after-deadly-kumamoto-earthquake/live-78155782?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Rescuers are searching for survivors after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck southern Japan, killing over a dozen people and causing widespread damage. News 78156050 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:14:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-how-effective-are-exit-programs-for-islamists/a-78156050?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany has set up many programs to help individuals break away from the radical Islamist scene. Following the Islamist terror attack on Berlin's Pride event, critics say the programs are ineffective. Germany 78126433 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-two-wars-and-el-nino-could-fuel-world-hunger/a-78126433?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East haven't yet crippled global food supplies. Add a powerful weather pattern like El Nino, however, and the risks multiply. Business 78141298 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:41:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-slovak-village-questioning-its-unesco-status/a-78141298?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The picturesque village of Vlkolinec in Slovakia has been on UNESCO's World Heritage List since 1993. Vlkolinec was recently in the headlines for wanting to be taken off the list. DW visited the village to find out why. World 78149292 Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:23:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-how-weather-extremes-impact-local-agriculture/a-78149292?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Heat, drought, heavy rain and late frosts are taking a toll on German farmers. They increasingly respond with adapted varieties, new crops, modern breeding techniques and modified farming methods. Business 78149348 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:35:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fifa-plans-to-form-new-commercial-subsidiary-and-sell-stake/a-78149348?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss FIFA has announced plans to form a commercial subsidiary and to sell a non-controlling interest to private investors. It needs approval from member associations, but is claiming that it will benefit them financially. News 78142700 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fact-check-berlin-pride-attack-claims-debunked/a-78142700?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Following the Islamist terrorist attack at Berlin Pride, rumors, false claims and misleading videos have been spreading on social media. DW Fact check examines some of the most widely shared claims. Germany 78145189 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-civil-protection-mechanism-coordinating-europe-s-firefighters/a-78145189?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss French President Emmanuel Macron has activated the EU civil protection mechanism to help combat devastating wildfires. The system has become increasingly effective, yet it will reach its limits in the summer of 2026. World 78146379 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/poland-top-court-rejects-recognizing-eu-same-sex-marriages/a-78146379?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Poland's constitutional court has overturned plans to recognize same-sex marriages that took place in other EU member states. This defies an order from the EU's top court and could set up a clash on the matter. News 78130975 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-is-germany-building-roads-for-yesterday-s-climate/a-78130975?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As the Autobahn buckles under heat waves, Germany is still paving roads for a past climate. Engineers know how to fix that — so what's the holdup? Environment 78141213 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bernadette-amani-living-her-dream-at-bayern-and-wafcon/a-78141213?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Bernadette Amani joined Bayern Munich in January and is now captaining Ivory Coast in their first WAFCON in 12 years. Getting to the top hasn't been a straight path for the newly crowned German double winner. Sports 78061880 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/loneliness-influencers-being-alone-brings-in-the-clicks/a-78061880?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss No friends, no dating, no problem? Many influencers are presenting social isolation as a lifestyle. But experts warn of the consequences. Culture 78130878 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:40:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/as-us-iran-war-rages-who-s-risking-the-strait-of-hormuz/a-78130878?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Though Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway. Business 78133896 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/german-chancellor-merz-completes-cabinet-reshuffle/a-78133896?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After days of confusion, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reshuffled his cabinet. Conservative politicians fear that this will not help with the prospects in the upcoming state elections. Germany 78130195 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-islamist-terror-attack-on-berlin-pride-parade-triggers-political-debate/a-78130195?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Following the terrorist attack on Berlin's Pride parade, the Christopher Street Day parade, politicians and security experts are demanding consequences. Germany 78104276 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:12:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/amnesia-about-measles-risk-and-low-vaccination-rates-have-helped-us-infections-grow/a-78104276?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The latest US data show measles cases from January to mid-July 2026 totaled more than all cases in 2025. Experts blame a fall in vaccination and warn that people have forgotten measles can be life-threatening. Science 78128599 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fifa-boss-infantino-takes-aim-at-world-cup-critics/a-78128599?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In a strongly worded open statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hit out at those he says were too "consumed by hate and criticism" to enjoy the tournament. Infantino brushed off a number of corruption concerns. Sports 71827106 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:44:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/car-ramming-attacks-why-do-they-keep-happening/a-71827106?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Cars are being used as weapons, to ram, kill and maim innocent people. The reasons why are not always clear, nor are solutions to preventing such attacks. Science 78117180 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/berlin-pride-ramming-police-shoot-suspect-dead/live-78117180?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Police said the suspect was shot dead in an operation, after the incident was classified as an "Islamist terrorist" attack. One person was killed and several others injured in the attack. News 78122611 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/berlin-pride-attack-what-we-know-so-far/a-78122611?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss On Saturday, a vehicle drove into a crowd near a Christopher Street Day celebration in what is being regarded as an attack on the LGBTQ+ community. The main suspect has since been confronted and shot dead. World 78121920 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-transport-minister-schnieder-to-asks-merz-to-remove-him/a-78121920?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Schnieder plans to ask Chancellor Merz to remove him after describing as "undignified" the circumstances surrounding a cabinet reshuffle in which he was widely expected to be removed. News 71197624 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/berlin-pride-latest-in-string-of-deadly-vehicle-attacks/a-71197624?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The attack at a Berlin Pride event is only the most recent incident on a long list where vehicles were used as weapons. The US, Canada, and China also saw similar attacks in recent years. World 77956787 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:37:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/wafcon-2026-what-you-need-to-know/a-77956787?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Several months after it was supposed to start and with more teams than first planned, WAFCON 2026 is finally set to begin. The hosts want a maiden title while a tournament outsider have one of its best players. Sports 78114343 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/serbia-s-lgbtq-community-faces-epidemic-of-violence/a-78114343?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Documented cases of violence against LGBTQ+ people in Serbia have never been higher. The attacks are part of a larger shift in society targeting marginalized people. World 78075943 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/lenacapavir-will-slow-hiv-infections-if-there-s-enough-of-it-and-it-reaches-at-risk-groups/a-78075943?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Lenacapavir is one injection, twice a year. It's a big improvement for people in high-risk groups, currently taking a pill a day against HIV infection. But its long-term impact depends on it reaching those very people. Science 78114336 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:26:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/tour-de-france-final-stage-shortened-due-to-wildfires/a-78114336?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Security personnel assigned to the race have been redeployed to help contain major blazes near Bordeaux, reducing Sunday's final stage. News 78101249 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-industry-hemorrhaging-15-000-jobs-a-month/live-78101249?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Industry boss Tanja Gönner says the situation is critical but offers opportunity. Meanwhile, politicians head to the Bayreuth Festival and security services warn of racist fight clubs. Follow DW for the latest. Germany 78055915 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/could-mesh-networks-help-overcome-authoritarians-internet-blocks/a-78055915?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In authoritarian countries, the state is often either monitoring online communications or has the ability to shut them down in a political crisis. But there are other ways that activists can keep in touch. World 78097358 Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eco-wins-cities-creatures-and-tech-are-saving-the-day/a-78097358?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From an AI-powered cute little pangolin, heat mapping to cool down cities and animals reducing wildfire risks by doing their thing, these real-world climate hacks are helping communities stay ahead of a changing planet. Environment 78106475 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:41:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/poland-s-main-opposition-collapses-over-far-right-slide/a-78106475?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A power struggle within Poland's main opposition force has come to a head. But a move to expel former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki may greatly weaken the right-wing party's popularity. World 78105954 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/trump-threatens-eu-with-tariff-probe-over-google-tech-fines/a-78105954?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss US President Donald Trump has said he will initiate a tariff investigation against the EU in response to fines against US tech companies. He cited the latest case that Google lost on Thursday, as well as others. News 78105704 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/russia-hits-drone-demonstration-near-kyiv-killing-10/a-78105704?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Ukraine says 10 were killed and around 100 injured in the strike, a day after Zelenskyy met with officials from US arms giant Raytheon. Meanwhile, in St. Petersburg, another Wildberries warehouse came under drone fire. News 78101943 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:42:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/highs-and-lows-as-bayreuth-festival-turns-150/a-78101943?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Bayreuth Festival's 150th anniversary has been clouded by controversy surrounding German-Jewish speaker Michel Friedman. Yet it offers an opportunity to celebrate, including with an AI-enhanced Ring cycle. Culture 78093903 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-trump-s-forced-labor-tariffs-leave-the-world-puzzled/a-78093903?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After the US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's emergency tariffs, the White House has turned to another trade law linked to alleged human rights abuses. Business 78091968 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:07:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-trees-helping-fires-spread-and-what-to-do-about-it‌/a-78091968?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss With Spain declaring an emergency, France seeking EU help and Canada dealing with more than 900 hot spots, wildfires are out of control. Monocultures and climate change are partly to blame but can we stop the burning? Environment 78035296 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-vanilla-s-history-is-not-so-…-vanilla/a-78035296?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Long before "vanilla" meant bland, the bean's fandom spanned Mesoamerican elites to European courts. But it owes its ubiquity to a 12-year-old enslaved boy. Culture 78095577 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/klopp-named-new-head-coach-of-germany-men-s-football-team/a-78095577?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany has turned to Jürgen Klopp to lead a new era for the four-time world champions after their disappointing World Cup exit, with hopes of building toward future international tournaments. News 77805100 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/jürgen-klopp-and-germany-a-partnership-long-in-the-making/a-77805100?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In one of the worst-kept secrets in football, the former Dortmund and Liverpool boss has been named head coach of the German men's national team. Sports 78084153 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-seeks-energy-and-trading-partners-in-africa/a-78084153?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany wants to boost relations with Africa. During his trip, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has promoted cooperation on energy, infrastructure and the economy. He also criticized US treatment of South Africa. Germany 78087394 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/sweden-eases-mining-permits-to-cut-china-minerals-reliance/a-78087394?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Sweden has declared the mining of critical minerals and rare earths a national security interest. This will ease and expedite the permit process. The government said the step was needed to counter dependence on China. News 78054394 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:01:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-germany-investing-in-the-right-weapons/a-78054394?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany wants to build up its army and pour hundreds of millions of euros into its defenses. But in a world where the battlefield is increasingly dominated by cheap drones, how many expensive tanks does the country need? Germany 78087409 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/man-dies-of-injuries-after-attack-at-regensburg-bank-police/a-78087409?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Police say one person has died after sustaining severe injuries at a bank branch in Regensburg. Special units were dispatched and apprehended a suspect armed with a knife. News 78041718 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:20:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/spain-s-solar-eclipse-trilogy-spectacle-starting-august-12/a-78041718?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From August 2026 to January 2028, amateur and pro sky watchers are in for a series of rare solar spectacles over Spain and North Africa. Astronomers expect the events to attract millions from around the world. Science 78085650 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:54:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ecb-keeps-interest-rates-unchanged-amid-iran-war-inflation/a-78085650?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The European Central Bank has kept its base interest rates steady but said it was "closely monitoring" the energy price shock. The impact of the war against Iran on energy costs has pushed inflation over ECB targets. News 78082851 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/canada-eu-closer-trade-ties-to-counter-trump/a-78082851?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Given they share the world's longest land border, Canada and the US have historically enjoyed fruitful trade relations. But with Donald Trump escalating his tariff war, Canada is looking to the EU and further afield. World 78078835 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:36:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/oil-prices-jump-as-hormuz-red-sea-crises-deepen/a-78078835?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Renewed strikes on shipping in the Gulf and the Red Sea have dealt a fresh double blow to global oil markets, with the price of crude oil once again passing $100 a barrel. DW examines what could push prices even higher. Business 78064418 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:11:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-citizens-are-ramping-up-pressure-on-data-centers/a-78064418?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Rapid data center construction across the US, fueled by AI, comes with serious threats to the environment, public health and energy supply. Local opposition has blocked or delayed dozens of projects. Environment 78082850 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/eu-fines-google-€890-million-over-competition-rules/a-78082850?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The European Commission said it found that Google had preferenced its search engine and app store in ways that unfairly harmed competition. News 77899558 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-china-ai-rivalry-heats-up-as-chinese-models-gain-ground/a-77899558?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss China's AI platforms are rapidly closing the gap with their US counterparts, prompting fresh threats from the Trump administration. With accusations of intellectual property theft, could tensions boil over? Business 78077075 Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:29:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/who-is-ukraine-s-new-military-chief/a-78077075?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Mykhailo Drapatyi has been made commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces. His appointment follows a cabinet reshuffle that ousted defense minister Fedorov. World 78076217 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/hungary-ex-pm-orban-pledges-resistance-to-magyar-tyranny/a-78076217?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Hungary's former prime minister alleges that his successor has "dismantled the rule of law and eliminated checks and balances." Peter Magyar has pursued Viktor Orban and his allies since winning April's elections. News 78074153 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:37:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-russia-is-luring-foreign-nationals-to-fight-in-ukraine/a-78074153?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss More and more, Russia is recruiting men from the world’s poorest countries to send them to the front in the Ukraine war. Why are people joining up? World 78075100 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-merz-replaces-key-figure-following-surrogacy-row/a-78075100?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Thorsten Frei, a close confidant of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is taking over the role as parliamentary group leader for the conservative CDU/CSU bloc. The position is a powerful one. Germany 77951103 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/female-coaches-want-more-representation-in-african-football/a-77951103?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Female head coaches will be a rare sight at the Women’s African Cup of Nations. However, there are some promising signs. Sports 78037755 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:50:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-surge-in-german-business-bankruptcies-hit-growth/a-78037755?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Company insolvencies in Germany are rising sharply. Is this a sign of deeper economic weakness, or just a market correction that could ultimately benefit future growth? Business 78039537 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:08:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/austria-turns-hitler-s-birthplace-into-police-station/a-78039537?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The house where Adolf Hitler was born in 1889 is now a police station. Austrian authorities have long sought to prevent it becoming a neo-Nazi pilgrimage site. Culture 78059048 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:12:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-pkk-talks-is-peace-finally-possible/a-78059048?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A year ago, the Kurdish militant group PKK announced an end to its armed struggle. Since then, peace talks with Turkey have progressed slowly, but some observers believe they could succeed. World 78034288 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:33:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/can-vr-help-you-achieve-your-goals/a-78034288?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A Max Planck researcher has developed VR and smartphone tools that let you "meet" your future self. The science behind it is more powerful than it sounds. Science 78057669 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:49:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-records-rise-in-sexual-violence-against-children/a-78057669?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Reported cases of child sexual abuse in Germany climbed to more than 17,000 last year, marking an increase from previous years, authorities say. Germany 78055600 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/antifa-song-climbs-to-top-of-charts-after-tv-show-cancellation/a-78055600?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss German rapper Danger Dan and pianist Igor Levit had been invited to play a song for the 100th episode of a political satire show on TV. The performance was canceled at the last minute due to its message. Culture 77991886 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-youth-jobs-crisis-is-becoming-global/a-77991886?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Young people in much of the world face growing competition for entry-level jobs as graduate numbers rise, hiring slows and AI-driven disruption adds uncertainty to career prospects. Business 78043429 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:17:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-heat-waves-are-messing-with-your-sleep/a-78043429?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Residents across Europe have struggled to sleep during the latest record heat waves. But as the planet continues to warm, sleep deprivation could create an epidemic of mental and physical ill-health. Environment 78044090 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:56:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-merz-hosts-azerbaijan-president-aliyev/live-78044090?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Talks between the German chancellor and Ilham Aliyev have focused on energy. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt will present a report on sexual offenses against children. News 78040720 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:43:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/aliexpress-hit-with-record-eu-fine/a-78040720?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Chinese retailer has become the latest major online marketplace to face penalties under the EU’s Digital Services Act. News 78040105 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/england-and-liverpool-football-legend-kevin-keegan-dies-aged-75/a-78040105?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss English former striker and manager Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75 after a battle with cancer. He was a two-time European footballer of the year with Hamburg. Sports 78005612 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:04:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-blue-dot-fever-is-affecting-concerts/a-78005612?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Live music remains popular, but many concerts are struggling with unsold tickets and cancellations. While superstars fill stadiums, smaller venues and acts are facing a crisis. Culture 78031915 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:57:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-news-resistance-to-nazi-terror-commemorated/live-78031915?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Monday marks 82 years since "Operation Valkyrie," the failed attempt on Adolf Hitler's life in 1944. Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Wadephul is heading to Africa on official business. News 78032847 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/taking-stock-of-2026-world-cup-football-s-biggest-show-yet/a-78032847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A worthy world champion, a call from the US president, security concerns and a few pleasant surprises: The biggest World Cup ever is now over. So what will we remember about the 2026 World Cup? Sports 78029285 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:49:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/spain-wins-second-world-cup-after-beating-argentina-in-final/a-78029285?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After a 16-year wait, Spain has claimed a second men's World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the winner in a deserved 1-0 victory over Argentina, which means Spain is now men's and women's world champions. Sports 77979741 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/new-bundesliga-tv-deal-in-us-prioritizes-reach-over-money/a-77979741?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Bundesliga has a new home on American screens after Germany's top football league left ESPN. The new deal is a sign of the times. Sports 78020377 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:05:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/russian-deserters-struggle-to-win-asylum-in-germany/a-78020377?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Very few Russian deserters are granted asylum in Germany, despite reports of abuse and torture within the Russian military. DW spoke with a young Russian man who fears being sent back to the front lines. World 68199876 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/reproductive-medicine-laws-in-germany-shockingly-unjust/a-68199876?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Infertility affects one in six women in Germany. However, access to reproductive medicine is not available to all. Surrogacy as well as egg donation are banned. Germany 78009366 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-did-jens-spahn-s-surrogacy-spark-debate-in-germany/a-78009366?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Jens Spahn, a key ally of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is stepping down amid a controversy surrounding his decision to have a child via a surrogate mother. He had opposed legalizing surrogacy in Germany. Germany 78011524 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-cracks-down-on-money-laundering-tax-fraud/a-78011524?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The German government plans to crack down on tax fraud, money laundering and illegally acquired assets with more audits and stiffer penalties. Germany 78010353 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:11:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-5-000-heat-deaths-what-the-numbers-reveal/a-78010353?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss More than 5,100 people in Germany died from heat-related causes this year until the end of June, the Robert Koch Institute reports. But how can researchers prove that someone died because of soaring temperatures? Germany 78007779 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/merz-and-macron-a-franco-german-week-of-harmony/a-78007779?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron did everything they could this week to demonstrate a close partnership. This is likely because both fear that the next French president could be nationalist Marine Le Pen. Germany 77999380 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/cities-are-getting-smarter-about-water-and-other-eco-wins/a-77999380?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From flood-resistant infrastructure to new ways of securing drinking water, cities are adapting to the growing climate pressures of a hotter, drier world. Plus, tourists pitching in to help sea turtles. Environment 77979725 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-eu-climate-policy-the-world-copied-is-under-fire-what-s-at-stake/a-77979725?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The EU Commission has proposed to weaken Europe's emissions trading system, a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. How effective is the scheme and where does it fall short? Environment 77966509 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-ai-and-satellites-help-fight-wildfires/a-77966509?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Wildfires are raging across Europe, Canada and beyond. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. A German startup uses satellite data and AI to spot fires early. Business 77980704 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:53:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/iran-s-oil-supply-threat-extends-beyond-strait-of-hormuz/a-77980704?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Oil and gas producers in the Gulf are seeking alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz as traffic again comes under fire. But is Iran also turning its attention to the pipelines meant to bypass the waterway? Business 77978372 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/us-slaps-25-tariffs-on-brazil-with-election-looming/a-77978372?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme Court struck down its prior impositions. News 77853943 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:15:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ai-why-europe-is-falling-behind-and-how-it-can-catch-up/a-77853943?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it catch up. Business 77971997 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:12:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/will-gold-prices-extend-their-record-breaking-run/a-77971997?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Predictions suggest the price of the precious metal will keep hitting new record highs as investors seek a safe bet in turbulent times. Some forecasts say prices could double within five years. Business 77917041 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:39:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/east-west-border-death-zone-now-germany-s-biodiversity-oasis/a-77917041?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Many endangered species now live in the area that once formed the border between East and West Germany. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider recently visited the "Green Belt," and DW went along for the ride. Environment 77971495 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/could-russia-be-about-to-lose-its-grip-on-chess-leadership/a-77971495?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. But now two Germans are vying for FIDE's top job. Sports 77962179 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/england-vs-argentina-a-football-rivalry-full-of-history/a-77962179?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss From the Falkland Islands to Diego Maradona and David Beckham, there is so much history between the two 2026 World Cup semifinalists. Sports 77501486 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/running-dry-how-to-store-more-groundwater-for-dry-seasons/a-77501486?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss More frequent weather extremes are leading to water shortages during droughts and flooding during heavy rain. But groundwater storage can help secure water for dry seasons while mitigating extreme rain. Environment 77847180 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-indonesia-s-economy-is-under-pressure/a-77847180?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Southeast Asia's largest economy risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle markets. Can he deliver growth? Business 77848272 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:16:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/150-years-of-the-bayreuth-festival-confronting-a-troubled-legacy/a-77848272?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Should the past be confronted — or avoided? Why the Wagner festival's handling of its Nazi-era legacy remains a contentious issue in its 150th anniversary year. Culture 77959141 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/t-rex-gus-sells-for-record-breaking-50-1-million/a-77959141?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton surpassed its pre-sale estimate and set a new auction record for a dinosaur fossil. News 77925409 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:55:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/micronutrients-are-good-a-balanced-diet-is-better/a-77925409?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Chronic illnesses, heart disease, obesity ― we know eating too much of the wrong foods can be unhealthy. But what about "good" foods: Is modern farming diluting micronutrients in our fruit and vegetables? Science 77810916 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:24:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-ahr-valley-rebuilding-better-after-deadly-flood/a-77810916?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss New walls, redesigned bridges and restored floodplains: Towns in a small German valley are testing how they can survive the next extreme flood. Environment 77933944 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:03:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/world-cup-balogun-red-and-expansion-keep-fifa-in-spotlight/a-77933944?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The fallout from Folarin Balogun's red card reversal continues as reports suggest the chairman of FIFA’s disciplinary committee made the decision unilaterally. Meanwhile, the World Cup could be set to expand once more. Sports 77875399 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:46:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/are-german-companies-leaving-the-country/a-77875399?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Should I stay or should I go? Given Germany's high cost and sluggish growth, some business leaders are mulling relocating, or at least investing abroad. DW has a look at the numbers. Business 77864212 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:31:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/california-s-largest-lake-is-turning-to-dust/a-77864212?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Salton Sea is drying up, worsening air pollution for nearby communities. Officials are racing to contain it, but for some families, it's already too late. Environment 77912086 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:18:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/heat-is-especially-hard-on-people-taking-antidepressants/a-77912086?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss High temperatures can increase the risk of dizziness, dehydration, exhaustion and other heat-related problems for people taking antidepressants. Science 77893723 Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:10:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-richest-man-takes-on-big-tech/a-77893723?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Supermarket billionaire Dieter Schwarz is investing billions in his cloud company, Schwarz Digits, to rival Google, Microsoft and Amazon. Business 77903308 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-s-bidnyi-outraged-by-russia-s-olympic-return/a-77903308?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In exclusive comments to DW, Ukraine's sports minister, Matviy Bidnyi, said he is outraged by the IOC opening the door to Russia's return to the Olympics Sports 77892633 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:22:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/when-london-stank-to-high-heaven/a-77892633?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In 1858, London sweltered through an unbearable heat wave. The River Thames reeked so badly it left people gasping for air. "The Great Stink" went down in history — and ultimately gave London a modern sewer system. Culture 77902157 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:09:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/vegan-pregnancy-tests-and-other-eco-wins-this-week/a-77902157?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Keeping cool in the heat with a millennia-old tradition in India, a German company making animal-free medical tests, and building from bottles in Mozambique. Environment 77889619 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:06:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-the-world-cup-can-be-good-for-your-mental-health/a-77889619?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The World Cup can offer more than just entertainment, it can also benefit your mental well-being. DW explains why. Sports 77886108 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:47:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-behind-germany-s-world-cup-woes/a-77886108?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany have endured three straight disappointing World Cups. Experts say the reasons why are connected to football, but also to German society. Sports 77886590 Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/how-do-germans-cope-with-having-nazi-grandparents/a-77886590?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Since millions of NSDAP membership cards have been made available online, many Germans have been surprised to discover that their ancestors weren't always as innocent as family stories had led them to believe. Culture 77886171 Thu, 9 Jul 2026 09:44:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/bonnie-tyler-singer-of-total-eclipse-of-the-heart-dies-at-75/a-77886171?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The Welsh singer was best known for the 1980s rock opera hit, along with other songs, including "It's a Heartache." Culture 77870807 Thu, 9 Jul 2026 07:51:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/is-the-strait-of-hormuz-still-iran-s-trump-card/a-77870807?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Iran's latest attacks show it can easily disrupt shipping, energy markets and draw in Gulf neighbors. DW asks how much leverage Tehran really has over Washington and if its high-risk strategy could backfire. Business 77876848 Wed, 8 Jul 2026 13:40:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/egypt-s-wrath-after-world-cup-exit-the-match-was-rigged/a-77876848?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Egypt were left seething by their narrow and dramatic round-of-16 defeat against Argentina. Coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of favoring the defending World Cup champions. Sports 77871133 Wed, 8 Jul 2026 10:34:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/assassin-s-creed-why-pop-culture-is-hooked-on-pirates/a-77871133?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Pirates have captured our imagination for centuries. With "Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced," gamers can now head off on another pirate adventure. How has our concept of pirates evolved with pop culture? Culture 77560208 Wed, 8 Jul 2026 08:13:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/the-australian-tree-supercharging-global-wildfires/a-77560208?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As Europe experiences another summer of extreme heat and wildfire warnings, one tree imported from Australia is coming under renewed scrutiny across the world: eucalyptus. Environment 77863307 Wed, 8 Jul 2026 05:28:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/brain-tumors-new-vaccine-offers-patients-hope-for-more-time/a-77863307?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A new therapy offers people with seemingly incurable brain tumors scope for hope: It could slow the progression of the disease and extend patients' lives. Science 77863904 Tue, 7 Jul 2026 16:45:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/conflict-climate-change-cash-strapped-why-poverty-persists/a-77863904?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss With just under five years left to complete the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, a new report shows what's hampering progress. And what the solutions are. World 77861704 Tue, 7 Jul 2026 13:02:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/heat-resistant-housing-how-we-need-to-adapt-our-homes/a-77861704?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In Germany, it is time to rethink and rebuild. Many apartments were not designed for heat waves. Fortunately, there are ways to adapt existing buildings to the changing climate — but air conditioning isn't the best. Science 77862911 Tue, 7 Jul 2026 11:27:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/mbappe-hits-back-at-racist-insults-from-paraguay-senator/a-77862911?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss A Paraguayan lawmaker has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player. Sports 77677338 Tue, 7 Jul 2026 09:25:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/could-football-break-away-from-fifa-and-its-world-cup/a-77677338?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss FIFA’s actions at the World Cup, and closeness to Donald Trump, have put the organization under fire. Federations, fans, coaches and players have gone public with complaints, but is there a way out? Sports 77766154 Tue, 7 Jul 2026 08:21:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-volkswagen-s-huge-workforce-became-a-costly-burden/a-77766154?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss The struggling German carmaker plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs from its 630,000-strong workforce. How did VW's headcount get so bloated, and will the cuts be enough to survive the Chinese EV onslaught? Business 77770986 Mon, 6 Jul 2026 08:32:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/fashion-against-fascism-when-trademarks-deter-neo-nazis/a-77770986?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss In Germany, where Nazi symbols are banned, activists are using trademark law to fight far-right merchandise. Culture 77843539 Mon, 6 Jul 2026 07:38:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/chinese-tianwen-2-space-probe-reaches-asteroid-for-sampling/a-77843539?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss After a yearlong flight of a billion kilometers, a Chinese space probe is set to take samples from an asteroid. The mission is part of what President Xi Jinping calls the country's "space dream." News 77824462 Mon, 6 Jul 2026 06:30:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/european-space-telescope-euclid-spots-oldest-quasars-yet/a-77824462?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Think of quasars as time machines. Rare but revealing. They are light from the beginnings of the universe that let astronomers investigate how early galaxies formed. Science 77430370 Sun, 5 Jul 2026 10:43:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/why-us-train-travel-lags-behind-asia-and-europe/a-77430370?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss As flights get pricier and gas prices stay high, more US travelers are turning to trains — and hitting a system built for freight, not people. Environment 77824448 Fri, 3 Jul 2026 14:41:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/free-electricity-in-australia-and-the-week-s-other-eco-wins/a-77824448?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germans save an ancient woodland from coal mining, Australia gives away surplus solar power, and how one city became the world's best place for cyclists? Environment 77806872 Fri, 3 Jul 2026 13:07:00 GMT https://www.dw.com/en/far-right-afd-threatens-eastern-germany-s-energy-transition/a-77806872?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-xml-mrss Germany's far-right AfD wants to revive coal and nuclear power and curb non-EU immigration. Businesses in eastern Germany warn that its policies could harm the economy. 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In the US, the Trump administration is opening protected lands for drilling and development. Environment