Nepal's army patrols streets after deadly protests
The Nepali army has announced an indefinite curfew in Kathmandu as it tries to bring normalcy to the city after violent protests against corruption.
Luka Doncic: Slovenia's polarizing NBA superstar
World champions Germany will face Slovenia's Luka Doncic in the quarterfinals. The Lakers star is not unbeatable though.
East Germany's Plattenbau: Divisive architecture in the spotlight
A cheap way to manage the housing shortage in former GDR cities, the prefab concrete buildings were long derided for their monotony. Their cultural legacy is now being explored anew.
Australia to spend $1.1 billion on 'Ghost Shark' drone subs
The undersea drones can attack from shore and from surface warships, with Australia referring to them as having "the highest tech capability in the world."
Obesity surpasses undernourishment among children - UNICEF
This is the first time the world has reported more obese children than underweight children.
Poland calls NATO meeting after downing Russian drones
NATO member Poland scrambled defenses after 19 airspace breaches. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said many of the drones came from Belarus. DW has the latest.
Poland's airspace violated during Russian attack on Ukraine
NATO member Poland scrambled air defenses after "an unprecedented violation" of its airspace amid Russian attacks on western Ukraine. DW has the latest.
Iran, UN nuclear watchdog progress on nuclear inspections
Iran and the IAEA agreed on a new cooperation framework which could lead to the resumption of nuclear site inspections, largely stalled since Israel then the US attacked Iranian nuclear facilities in June.
Germany's state-owned KfW bank linked to rights violations
The government's development bank is accused of backing harmful projects in emerging markets. Instead of uplifting communities, a new report says investments fail to protect human rights and silence those who speak out.
Qatar: How the Gulf state has become an international peace broker?
Israel carried out a strike on Hamas leaders in the Qatari capital Doha on Tuesday. The Gulf state is trying to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. What makes Qatar so effective in diplomatic negotiations?
France: Macron taps defense minister Lecornu as new prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron has named Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister to replace Francois Bayrou after he was ousted just nine months in office.
Germany: Verdict expected in Solingen knife attack trial
A verdict is expected in the trial of a Syrian man accused of killing three people in a knife attack last August. The case brought Germany's asylum policies and security loopholes into focus.
How Bulgaria supplies Ukraine with weapons and ammunition
After Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Soviet-era ammunition supplies from Bulgaria proved to be crucial. Now, Sofia is converting its arms industry to produce NATO-standard ammunition.
What's next for Nepal after deadly protests force PM out?
Nepal could face prolonged political and constitutional chaos unless there's an agreement to form a national unity government, say experts.
Argentina: Will President Javier Milei change course after landslide defeat in Buenos Aires elections?
After Milei's La Libertad Avanca loss in a key poll in Buenos Aires province, experts speculate on whether the president will alter his economic policy of austerity ahead of upcoming elections in October.
Israeli military strikes Hamas leaders in Qatar
The Israeli military says it attacked Hamas' leadership in Qatar's capital, Doha, where the militant group's political leaders and negotiators are based. Follow DW for more
France: PM Bayrou resigns as country braces for protests
After defeat in the National Assembly on Monday, ousted French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has officially tendered his resignation. As President Emmanuel Macron looks for a successor, nationwide protests are brewing.
Thailand grants Myanmar refugees working rights
The Thai government has reversed a yearslong ban to allow Myanmar refugees to work. Aid agencies have welcomed the move, which comes amid US aid cuts and a potential shortage of cheap labor in Thailand.
Why is Thailand allowing Myanmar refugees working rights?
The Thai government has reversed a yearslong ban on allowing Myanmar refugees to work. Aid agencies are welcoming the move, which comes amid US aid cuts and a potential shortage of cheap labor.
Ukraine updates: Russia kills 24 in attack on pension queue
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged the West to respond after a Russian glide bomb attack that hit a line people queuing for pensions. Meanwhile, the EU says military aid to Kyiv is at a record high. Follow DW for the latest.
