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Germany news: Munich Airport resumes flights after drone sightings

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 09:58
Both runways at Munich Airport had been closed for the second time in 24 hours after further "unconfirmed drone sightings." A drone was earlier sighted over a nearby military facility. DW has more.

The AfD is drawing support from Russia Germans

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 09:19
Ethnic Germans who were born in Russia and their descendants are among the most fervent supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany party. What makes the anti-immigrant AfD appeal to them?

Sanae Takaichi expected to be Japan's first female PM

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 09:14
Conservative hard-liner Takaichi is the former internal affairs minister of Japan. She holds hawkish views on China, and has also visited the controversial Yasukuni Shrine, which memorializes Japan's war dead.

Trump administration offers $2,500 for migrant children to voluntarily leave US

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 08:56
A letter sent to migrant shelters said the administration will provide a "one-time resettlement support stipend of $2,500" to unaccompanied children 14 or older.

UK synagogue attack: Police likely shot one victim

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 05:46
Two people were killed and three seriously injured in an attack on a synagogue in Manchester on Thursday. Police said one victim may have been accidentally shot by officers, as the attacker had no firearm.

Germany: Munich airport closes again amid drone sightings

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 00:40
Both runways at Munich airport have been closed for the second time in 24 hours after further "unconfirmed drone sightings." A drone was earlier sighted over a nearby military facility. DW has more.

US: Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to over 4 years in prison

Sat, 10/04/2025 - 00:20
The US rapper and record producer was convicted over sexual encounters, capping a sordid federal case that featured harrowing testimony. The judge said "these were serious offenses that irreparably harmed two women."

Middle East: Hamas says it's prepared to free Gaza hostages

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 23:21
Hamas says it's willing to accept parts of US President Donald Trump's peace plan for the Gaza Strip, including releasing all remaining hostages. But the group said other aspects need further negotiation. DW has more.

Ukraine: French photojournalist killed by Russian drone

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 22:38
The European Federation of Journalists said Antoni Lallican's death marks the first time a journalist had been killed by a drone in the Ukraine conflict.

US strikes drug alleged boat near Venezuelan waters

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 21:02
The US said it carried out another strike on a small boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people on board. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said "narco-terrorists" were the target.

Fact check: Donald Trump and the "MedBed" myth

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 21:01
Will the US get a new healthcare system? And what is behind the so-called medical beds, or "MedBeds," that US President Trump has been promoting? DW Fact Check examined some of the claims.

Europe pushes for effective response to drone incursions

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 20:54
European leaders have pledged to rapidly improve defenses against drone incursions. But are they on the right track and moving fast enough?

Europe pushes for effective response to drone attacks

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 20:54
European leaders pledge to rapidly improve defenses against drone incursions. But are they on the right track and moving fast enough?

India, China to resume direct flights

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 18:57
Direct connections between India and China were suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic and never resumed — until now. The announcement comes amid a thawing in relations between New Delhi and Beijing.

Trump vows peace in Middle East 'one way or the other'

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 17:47
US President Donald Trump called on Hamas to accept his proposal to end the war in Gaza. He said if the group did not accept the deal by Sunday, it would face "all HELL, like no one has ever seen." Follow DW for more.

Why does Taiwan still have the death penalty?

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 15:22
The death penalty remains a divisive issue in Taiwan, with activists calling for it to be abolished. Although a court ruling limits the use of capital punishment, a recent execution has drawn debate.

First female Archbishop appointed to lead Church of England

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 14:22
Sarah Mullally will become the first female leader when she officially takes charge of the church in March 2026. A group of conservative Anglican churches across Africa and Asia criticized the appointment.

Germany news: Merz says democracy under threat on Unity Day

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 13:58
Germany is celebrating 35 years since reunification, with the city of Saarbrücken hosting the main festivities for 2025. French President Emmanuel Macron is the guest of honor. DW has more.

Thai hitman gets life in jail for killing Cambodian ex-MP

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 13:00
Lim Kimya, a former opposition parliamentarian in Cambodia, was shot dead in Bangkok on January 7.

Luxembourg: Grand Duke Henri abdicates with son taking over

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 11:24
Grand Duke Henri abdicated his throne after 25 years, with his son Guillaume sworn in in his place. German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is set to attend the gala dinner on Friday evening.

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