Former Health Minister Jens Spahn of the conservative CDU, who opposed legalizing surrogacy in Germany, has become a father with the help of a surrogate mother in the US.

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.

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.

As voters head to the polls, Sao Tome and Principe is attracting international scrutiny. A military agreement with Russia has heightened interest in the strategically located archipelago.

Russia carried out deadly strikes across Ukraine overnight that hit residential areas, while Ukraine said drone strikes in the Black Sea hit 12 Russian vessels.

Andy Burnham was confirmed as Keir Starmer's successor as British prime minister. The former Manchester mayor became a leading figure in the Labour Party and one of the UK's most popular politicians.

In a primetime address, US President Donald Trump alleged Chinese voter interference in the 2020 US election. DW examined the declassified documents behind his claims.

The ruling center-left Labour Party has selected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister.

From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain's new prime minister on Monday. How will the former mayor of Manchester tackle international affairs?

Many Japanese people are reluctant to buy or rent homes where a sudden or violent death has occurred. To reassure prospective buyers and tenants, property owners are calling in "ghost investigators."

Wildfires are currently raging in Europe, Canada, and elsewhere. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential. Early detection from space and AI-powered data analysis can help.

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?

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?

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.

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.

An undetermined number of people have been reported trapped under a landslide in southwest China. Rescue efforts are ongoing.

The US launched a sixth night of strikes on Iran, with Tehran saying attacks on bridges killed several people. Iran has fired retaliatory strikes on US targets across the region. DW has more.

Three decades after apartheid, many South Africans say Nelson Mandela's vision remains unfulfilled. Inequality, xenophobia and anti-migrant protests continue to test his legacy.

Berlin and Paris are seeking to deepen security cooperation as ministers meet in western Germany. Meanwhile, a court has delivered its verdict on an alleged supporter of the far-right NSU terror group. DW has more.

As Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike entered its 20th day and the "Cockroach" party continued its protest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced criticism for his reluctance to hold press conferences. DW has more.