The US could see its first government shutdown in almost seven years as both parties stand firm on their demands.

Germany prides itself on its high animal welfare standards, enshrined as a national objective in its constitution since 2002. Yet animal welfare organizations fear the government is stepping back from its commitments.

The government says Germany's critical infrastructure is under serious threat daily. Fingers have been pointed at Moscow, Beijing and left-wing extremists, but is Berlin prepared to handle a multi-pronged strike?

Munich's Oktoberfest attracts millions of visitors. The festival entrances were briefly closed over the weekend due to overcrowding.

The United States is facing yet another government shutdown. What happens and who is impacted when the government can't pay its bills? And could the Trump administration use it as an excuse for more layoffs?

A former assistant to far-right lawmaker Maximilian Krah has been jailed for nearly five years for working with Chinese intelligence. The court said Jian G. passed on sensitive EU documents and spied on dissidents.

Germany's government is meeting for a one-day cabinet retreat in Berlin to reset its agenda and boost team spirit after a tricky beginning. Meanwhile, a court is to rule in an alleged Chinese spying case. DW has more.

Donald Trump revealed a proposed plan to end the war in Gaza during Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the White House. What exactly is in the 20-point plan?

Evacuations have been ordered in the Bahamas, while at least two people have died in Cuba. Two major storms, Imelda and Humberto, are currently affecting the Caribbean.

Leaders from Arab and Muslim nations and Europe have welcomed the peace plan unveiled by Trump and Netanyahu, who have warned Hamas to accept the deal or Israel will 'finish the job' in Gaza. DW has more.

The Islamic school building collapsed while dozens of young students were attending afternoon prayers. Rescuers continue their race to find survivors and recover bodies buried in the rubble.

The Islamic school building collapsed while dozens of young students were attending afternoon prayers. Rescuers said they have seen several bodies buried in the rubble.

The West Bank will play a significant role in any future resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As settlements continue to expand into the Palestinian territory, population and politics are sticking points.

At a two-day closed-door meeting, Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Cabinet is set to discuss further political plans. However, the atmosphere is expected to be tense.

At a two-day closed-door meeting, Chancellor Friedrich Merz's Cabinet is set to discuss further political plans. However, the atmosphere is expected to be tense.

The youth-led demonstrations come amid public discontent over Morocco's social inequalities, which protesters say disproportionately affect young people and women.

After Meta and X, Google has also settled the lawsuit brought on by the US President. However, YouTube's settlement does not constitute an admission of liability.

Police have arrested a seventh suspect over the murder of three young women last week. The torture and killing of the women was allegedly livestreamed on Instagram, sparking nationwide outrage.

At least 22 people were killed after protests broke out power cuts, water shortages and widespread poverty. The youth-led protesters named their movement Gen Z.

US President Donald Trump said that many Arab nations support his plan to end the nearly two-year-long war in Gaza. He and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Hamas to accept the plan. Follow DW for more.