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Finland reports drone crashes, alleges territorial violation

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 16:53
Two unidentified drones crashed in southern Finland. According to the country's prime minister, the drones may have been Ukrainian drones that strayed into Finnish airspace.

Russia wants to legalize cars stolen in EU

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 16:14
Vehicles stolen in the EU may soon be legally registered in Russia. One German police union fears this could lead to an increase in car thefts in Europe.

Russian students duped into signing contracts with military

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 15:47
University students are being recruited to serve in drone units fighting Ukraine. They are offered lucrative contracts and promised they won't be sent to the front. Reports suggest those promises are not always kept.

France: Two new arrests over foiled Bank of America attack

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 14:39
French police arrested two more suspects over a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices. The custody of the first arrested suspect arrested has been extended.

UK police question suspect after Derby car incident

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 14:07
Seven people were seriously injured when a car plowed into pedestrians in the central English city of Derby. A man, who is originally from India, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Nepal: Ex-energy minister arrested in money laundering case

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 12:30
A day after the arrest of the former prime minister, Nepalese police also arrested the country's former energy minister. Investigators said he was detained as part of an ongoing probe into money laundering.

Germany news: Prognosis 'not good' for humpback whale

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 12:26
Hopes that a whale stranded in shallow waters off the Baltic coast can be guided back to the ocean are fading. Meanwhile, hundreds escaped from a nightclub that became engulfed in flames. DW has more.

Germany news: Rescuers launch fresh whale rescue effort

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 12:26
Experts have launched a new effort to free a whale stranded for a second time after it spent days beached on the Baltic Sea coast. Meanwhile, a boy was killed in what police called a domestic dispute. DW has more.

German public sector keen to end reliance on US tech

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 10:53
Government agencies depend on US-based servers and software, making them potentially vulnerable to political pressure and even blackmail. Can Germany achieve digital sovereignty?

German public sector tries to reduce reliance on US tech

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 10:53
ZenDis, the German Center for Digital Sovereignty, has created an alternative to US software for public sector agencies in Germany, which are increasingly vulnerable to blackmail under the 2018 US CLOUD act.

North Korea tests high-thrust engine in long-range missile push

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 08:20
The tests come days after Kim Jong Un accused the US of global "state terrorism and aggression," in an apparent reference to the Iran war.

Iran war: Tehran warns US against ground assault

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 05:37
Iran says its forces are "waiting" for the arrival of US ground troops to "set them on fire." Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guard has threatened to strike American universities in the region. DW has more.

Iran war: Iran 'waiting' for US ground assault, says speaker

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 05:37
Iran expects the United States to launch a ground offensive in and around the Strait of Hormuz, according to the country's parliamentary speaker. US media reports also suggest preparations are underway. DW has more.

Iran war: IRGC says US campuses in Middle East at risk

Sun, 03/29/2026 - 05:37
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard instructed staff and students at US universities to remain at least one kilometer away from campus. Meanwhile, reports suggest the Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran.

Iran war: Houthis claim 2nd attack on Israel in 24 hours

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 23:31
Yemen's Houthi rebels say they have launched two attacks against Israel, vowing more. Meanwhile, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced defense cooperation agreements with Qatar and the UAE. DW has more.

'No Kings' protests — Trump critics rally across the US

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 22:16
Protesters say US democracy is backsliding under President Donald Trump, with the White House dismissing the marches as a product of "leftist funding networks."

Missing Cuba-bound boats carrying aid arrive safely in Havana

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 21:11
Two sailboats had gone missing while sailing from Mexico to Havana to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Cuba. The Mexican Navy located the vessels and escorted them to port.

Mexico finds 2 boats lost while carrying aid to Cuba

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 21:11
Two sailboats had gone missing while sailing from Mexico to Havana to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Cuba. Now, Mexican officials say the vessels have been found and the crews are safe.

Nestle says thieves stole 12 tons of KitKat chocolate bars

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 19:50
"We've always encouraged people to have a break with KitKat," the company said, "but it seems thieves have taken the message too literally."

Paris: Suspected bomb attack outside Bank of America foiled

Sat, 03/28/2026 - 19:39
French police arrested one suspect as he was reportedly attempting to activate the explosive device in Paris, with another person still on the run.

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