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'Drill baby drill' ― Trump opens up nature to big energy

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 09:00
America's beloved national parks and public lands face conservation rollbacks and sell-offs as the administration of US President Donald Trump pushes for fossil fuel and timber extraction.

How South Korea is using K-beauty trend to boost soft power

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

How South Korea is using K-beauty trend boost soft power

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

Beauty as strategy: Why K-beauty is also a political success

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

Afghanistan earthquake of magnitude 5.9 kills at least 8

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 06:26
Authorities said that damage remains under assessment and may be delayed because of the remoteness of the center of the quake. Tremors were also felt in parts of Pakistan and India, including in Islamabad and New Delhi.

Iran war: Search on for missing crew member of downed US jet

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 04:33
The US is racing against time and Iranian forces to recover a missing crew member of an F-15 fighter jet that was downed over Iran. Meanwhile, the UN Security Council has delayed a vote on using force to reopen Hormuz.

Trump seeks $1.5T for defense, 10% cut to domestic programs

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 22:58
The US budget proposals come as Washington faces rising costs from the Iran war and seeks to rebuild weapons stockpiles. The president said he also wants to cut back or eliminate "woke, weaponized and wasteful programs."

Turkey and Armenia: When will the border crossings open?

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 19:47
Hostility between the two neighbors isolated them from each other for decades. Now Turkey's business community hopes the recent rapprochement will bring trade benefits. New logistics routes could boost the local economy.

Iran war: One downed US fighter jet pilot rescued

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 19:02
One crew member of a US fighter jet downed over Iran has been rescued and an operation to find another is still underway, according to US and Israeli media. Follow DW for more.

Greek ministers resign over EU farming subsidy scandal

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 17:12
A scandal over the misuse of EU subsidies has triggered ministerial resignations in Greece. Beneficiaries allegedly made claims for land and livestock they did not own, waved through by lawmakers seeking votes.

Inside India's courts, AI's growing role sparks concern

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 16:02
The increasing use of artificial intelligence in courtrooms raises worries that the technology may aggravate bias and structural distortions in the legal system.

Cuba: 2,000 prisoners pardoned in Holy Week gesture

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 14:04
The move, which Cuba has described as a "humanitarian" gesture, comes after the United States allowed a Russian oil tanker to deliver crude to the island. But tensions between Havana and Washington persist.

Ukraine: Kharkiv under repeated attack on 1,500th day of war

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 12:06
Ukrainian authorities say Russia is deploying "new tactics" as the city of Kharkiv comes under rolling aerial assaults from ballistic missiles and drones fitted with jet engines.

Myanmar coup leader Min Aung Hlaing elected president

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 11:18
Myanmar's parliament has elected junta chief Min Aung Hlaing as president of the Southeast Asian country. He has effectively led Myanmar since the 2021 coup that ousted the democratic government led by Aung San Suu Kyi.

India news: Modi, Gandhi invoke Jesus Christ's teachings on Good Friday

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 10:35
Indian leaders marked Good Friday with messages of reflection, compassion and unity. Meanwhile, an Iranian crude oil tanker bound for India has diverted to China.

India news: New Delhi urges Hormuz reopening at UK-hosted summit

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 10:35
At a meeting of over 60 countries hosted by the UK, India pointed out that it is the only country to have lost mariners in attacks on merchant shipping in the Gulf and called for de-escalation. DW has more.

Germany's Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 09:38
Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the possible reintroduction of conscription causing anxiety among Germans.

Germany's peace movement gears up for its traditional Easter peace marches, overshadowed by war and possible conscription

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 09:38
Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the possible reintroduction of conscription causing anxiety among Germans.

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 09:38
Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the reintroduction of conscription causing anxiety among Germans.

Germany news: Economist suggests autobahn speed limit amid Iran-enduced fuel price spike

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 08:34
A leading economist has recommended a temporary highway speed limit due to rising fuel costs amid the Iran war. Meanwhile, protesters are gearing up for annual Easter peace marches. DW has the latest.

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