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Finland: Court dismisses Baltic cable cuts case over jurisdiction

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 11:05
This trial in Finland was the first such attempt to prosecute a crew believed to be part of Russia's shadow fleet.

Is the Nobel Prize still relevant today?

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 10:33
The Nobel Prize is considered the "Mount Everest of science." But it faces criticism over how winners are chosen, and may give a warped idea of scientific progress.

Czech Republic: Who is Andrej Babis, the man who hopes to be PM?

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 10:01
Billionaire and former prime minister Andrej Babis has been linked to all kinds of scandals in Czechia over the years, yet he could become PM again. His party is expected to win this week's parliamentary election.

Apple pulls ICE tracking apps after Trump admin request

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 09:17
The Justice Department reportedly reached out to Apple to take down ICEBlock and similar apps, citing security risks to immigration enforcement officers.

Where does Germany stand 35 years after reunification?

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 08:11
There is still a wide gap between the former East and West Germany, even amongst young people who have only ever lived in a unified country. The new commissioner for eastern Germany attempts to explain why.

Germany: Drone sightings disrupt Munich airport

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 07:20
The disruption comes as Munich hosts its world-famous Oktoberfest beer festival, which runs until Sunday. Last week, Denmark and Norway closed airports due to drones.

Argentina's Milei suffers political blow with veto override

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 06:42
Argentine lawmakers have overturned two vetoes by President Javier Milei, marking a setback for the libertarian leader ahead of key legislative elections.

Venezuela criticizes 'illegal incursion' by US fighter jets

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 05:08
Venezuela's defense minister said combat planes had been detected near the country's coast, describing it as a threat by the United States.

Online attacks threaten major climate-friendly diet report

Fri, 10/03/2025 - 01:33
A major scientific update to one of the most influential food and planetary health reports of the last decade is in the crosshairs of a pro-meat misinformation campaign.

Morocco's Gen Z protests: What you need to know

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 21:45
After almost a week of regular demonstrations, protests in Morocco turned violent, resulting in hundreds injured and two deaths. Who's behind the protests, what are they demanding, and where might this end?

Pakistan: Kashmir unrest leaves 8 dead

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 20:47
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has established a committee of senior officials to investigate and resolve the unrest in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, after four days of violent protests.

Manchester: 2 killed in synagogue car, knife attack

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 17:43
Police in the UK have declared a major incident outside a synagogue in Manchester. Two people died of their injuries, and the attacker was confirmed to be dead after police opened fire.

German Unity Day explained

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 17:22
October 3 is public holiday all over Germany commemorating the reunification of the once divided nation. But why was Germany divided in the first place? And when was it reunited? DW has the answers.

5 facts about German Unity Day

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 17:22
On October 3, Germany celebrates the reunification of East and West. How did it come about — and how is it celebrated? How do Germans feel about reunification today?

Chess: Germany's men surging but India the benchmark

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 16:44
Germany's men head to the European Team Championship of chess in Georgia with the wind in their sails. A rising star and a surprise late bloomer offer the European country hope but India remain a powerhouse.

35 years after Berlin Wall, East German football struggling

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 16:37
East Germany’s political collapse was mirrored in football, but a focus on youth brings hope for the future.

EA: What do Saudi Arabia and US get from video game deal?

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 16:35
A consortium led by Saudi Arabia and incorporating a key figure in Donald Trump's circle have brokered a big money deal for video game publisher, Electronic Arts. It looks to be something bigger than pure business.

My Europe: Hungary and social media political ad bans

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 16:24
Meta and Google are introducing political ad bans on their social media platforms in the EU. How will political parties across Europe — particularly Viktor Orban and his ruling Fidesz party in Hungary — respond?

Why is Malaysia banning more books?

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 16:02
From thrillers to romance novels, more books have been banned by Malaysia's government so far in 2025 than in the past six years combined.

Tipping in Japan remains taboo as tourism takes off

Thu, 10/02/2025 - 15:51
A sharp rise in foreign visitors to Japan in recent years has triggered a debate over whether or not customers should tip for good service. Most locals, however, hope this mostly Western habit does not catch on.

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