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Trump threatens Iranian bridges as talks set to continue

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 16:03
US President Donald Trump said the US would destroy every bridge and power plant in Iran if Tehran does not accept a peace proposal. Negotiations are set to resume in Pakistan soon. Follow DW for more.

Malaysia: Fire in impoverished village destroys 1,000 homes

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 14:05
The fire ripped through makeshift homes in a "water village" in Malaysia's Sabah ‌state ⁠on ⁠Borneo island. The area is home to some of the country's poorest residents, including indigenous and stateless communities.

French billionaire defiant as authors quit top publisher

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 13:49
Vincent Bollore has vowed to find new authors for publisher Grasset after 170 left, alleging political interference. French President Macron has weighed in on the affair, which has shaken France's cultural scene.

German crime figures: Are migrants unfairly targeted?

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 12:21
Is it true that the crime rate in Germany is higher among immigrants? Statistics suggest as much, but numbers by themselves can be misleading. An expert explains what's behind them.

German crime statistics: false blame on migrants?

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 12:21
Is it true that the crime rate in Germany is higher among immigrants? Statistics suggest as much, but numbers by themselves can be misleading. An expert explains what's behind them.

Germany's crime figures: Comparing apples to oranges?

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 12:21
Is it true that the crime rate in Germany is higher among immigrants? Statistics suggest as much, but numbers by themselves can be misleading. An expert explains what's behind them.

Austria: Police find rat poison in recalled baby food jar

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 11:37
The Germany-based HiPP had recalled the jars, suggesting they were tampered with. The contaminated jars were also found in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

Robot runners beat humans in Beijing half-marathon

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 11:12
For the first time, humanoid robots have outclassed humans in a half-marathon held in Beijing. The winner beat the men's record for the distance set by Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo in March.

India protests Iran fire on two vessels in Strait of Hormuz

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 10:05
New Delhi summoned Iran's envoy after two India-flagged vessels were attacked while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the latest.

Bulgarians vote in high-stakes election

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 09:35
Bulgarian voters are going to the polls for the eighth time in five years amid a long-running political crisis. A new left-leaning, pro-Russian party under former President Radev is seen as favorite to win.

Iran war: Tehran says 'progress' made in talks with US

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 06:03
Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said there was still "a big distance" between the two sides. Iran on Saturday again closed the Strait of Hormuz. Follow DW for more.

Bodies of 50 babies, 6 adults found in Trinidad and Tobago

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 04:06
Police made the grim discovery at a cemetery in Cumuto on the island of Trinidad. Initial probes suggest it was a case of "unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses."

Spain, Brazil, Mexico vow to boost Cuba aid amid US threats

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 03:02
The pledge comes amid a US oil embargo and Donald Trump's threats to invade the island. Leftist leaders meeting in Barcelona also spoke against the global far-right threat.

Ukraine: Gunman shot dead after killing spree in Kyiv

Sun, 04/19/2026 - 00:41
The mass shooting, in a busy central district of the Ukrainian capital, left 14 others wounded, officials said.

US strikes on alleged 'drug boats' spark legal controversy

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 21:35
The US has carried out further attacks on alleged "drug boats." Critics say the strikes are not only ineffective, they are also largely about appealing to Trump's own domestic base.

US strikes on drug boats spark legal controversy

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 21:35
The US has carried out further attacks on alleged drug boats. Critics say the strikes are not only ineffective, they are also largely about appealing to Trump's own domestic base.

Iran war: Trump says Tehran cannot 'blackmail us'

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 21:33
President Donald Trump has warned Iran not to "blackmail" the US by shutting the Strait of Hormuz once again. Meanwhile, Tehran has slammed Washington's "maximalist" positions. Follow DW for more.

UNIFIL: Why are UN peacekeepers in Lebanon?

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 20:49
A French UN peacekeeper has been killed in Lebanon, highlighting rising risks for UNIFIL. The UN mission has been in the country for nearly 50 years — DW looks at its mandate, role and growing criticism.

India news: Modi slams Congress over women's quota vote

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 20:39
The Indian prime minister blamed the main opposition party for failing to pass a law reserving a third of parliamentary seats for women. The plan was tied to a redrawing of voting boundaries.

Ukraine: Police shoot dead gunman who killed several in Kyiv

Sat, 04/18/2026 - 19:17
The gunman who shot dead "several" people and wounded others in the Ukrainian capital has been killed during an attempt to arrest him, authorities said.

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