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North Korea displays long-range missile at parade

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 07:53
Kim Jong Un's leadership delivered a speech as his military showed off a new intercontinental ballistic missile in a massive parade. Kim also held talks with Russia's Dmitry Medvedev.

Death threats force far-right Wilders to suspend campaign

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 04:59
Geert Wilders has canceled a planned radio debate after being informed that he was the target of a foiled attack aimed at Belgium's Prime Minister Bart De Wever. The Netherlands is due to hold elections later this month.

Trump says he will impose additional 100% tariffs on China

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 02:15
The new tariffs on Chinese goods will kick in on November 1. These tariffs are on top of the 30% duties already in place on Chinese imports.

France: Macron reappoints Sebastien Lecornu as PM

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 00:49
Just days after his resignation, Sebastien Lecornu is back in the position he had vacated. Lecornu said it was now time to "put an end to this political crisis" as he accepted Macron's nomination.

Germany meet expectation with win over Luxembourg

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 23:56
Germany's World Cup qualification has not been smooth sailing, but the team now appears to be heading to calm waters.

Tennessee: 18 missing after deadly explosives plant blast

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 22:43
The Humphreys County sheriff confirmed fatalities but gave no tolls, suggesting those missing might already be dead.

Tennessee: 19 missing after deadly explosives plant blast

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 22:43
The Humphreys County sheriff confirmed fatalities but gave no tolls, suggesting those missing might already be dead.

US: White House starts mass layoffs amid shutdown impasse

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 22:16
The White House has begun what it called "substantial" mass layoffs, as Republicans and Democrats continue to spar over the state budget. Trump suggested the layoffs were a tool to pressure the Democrats.

From bystander to player: What is Turkey's role in the Gaza peace plan?

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 21:55
After staying on the sidelines for two years, Turkey is joining a multinational task force to oversee the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Its exact future role in Gaza, however, remains unclear.

Congo: Are M23 rebels really advancing toward Kinshasa?

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 21:31
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, M23 rebels have threatened to overthrow the government in Kinshasa. But experts say that the escalating war could be nothing more than a means of influencing peace talks in Doha.

Gaza: How fast can desperately needed food and aid reach Palestinians?

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 20:21
Global humanitarian organizations say they are ready to ramp up their efforts to provide much needed aid to Palestinian families in Gaza at any time, but there is concern that there might not be enough supplies.

EU sees rise in homelessness amid housing crisis: report

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 18:36
With nearly 1.3 million people in the EU experiencing homelessness and rent prices skyrocketing, the EU's goal to end homelessness by 2030 is becoming increasingly out of reach.

UN official fears Syria could resemble Libya after war

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 17:53
With minorities excluded from elections, sectarian violence and change slow to come, a UN envoy has warned of a "Libyan scenario" for Syria. Could the country find itself divided among regional governments?

Philippines: Several killed in powerful twin quake

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 17:46
Two earthquakes hit the water off the southern coast of the Philippines back to back. At least seven fatalities have thus far been reported.

Trump tariffs push India, UK closer together

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 16:52
Indian PM Narendra Modi and his UK counterpart Keir Starmer hailed the new trade deal between New Delhi and London and pledged to boost ties even further as India clashes with the US over tariffs.

Japan coalition collapse casts doubt on first female PM bid

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 14:28
Japanese junior coalition party Komeito has quit the government over a funding scandal. The split has thrown doubt on the likelihood of Sanae Takaichi's appointment as Japan's first female prime minister.

Georgia's government clamps down after Tbiilisi unrest

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 14:19
In the wake of anti-government protests that led to unrest in Tbilisi, authorities in Georgia have arrested several activists and accused them of attempting to stage a coup. Civil society fears harsh repression measures.

EU questions four US platforms over child protection

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 13:14
Amid allegations of insufficient child protection, the European Commission is demanding information from four US platforms. The platforms in question include Apple, Snapchat, Google, and YouTube.

Germany news: Investigators raid homes of Frankfurt police

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 13:06
Investigators have searched the homes and offices of 17 Frankfurt police officers accused of assault and obstruction of justice. Meanwhile, two far-right AfD lawmakers have lost parliamentary immunity.

Israeli troops start pulling back from parts of Gaza

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 12:54
The withdrawal of Israeli troops is part of a deal that also calls for the release of several hundred Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the remaining 48 hostages in Gaza. Follow DW for more.

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