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Iran's Gen Z cornered by crackdowns, sanctions and conflict

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 16:33
DW spoke with several young Iranians who described being caught between a crumbling economy, state violence and the threat of war.

Germany plan to deport Syrians seen as purely 'symbolic'

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 16:30
The German government has said it want to speed up deportations to Syria — despite an ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country. Critics doubt whether such a move is legal or ethical.

Tiny chip restores vision, hope for those with sight loss

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 16:29
An implant attached to damaged retinas has helped people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) improve visual ability. AMD affects millions of people. This chip has been tested internationally.

What you need to know about Tanzania's election

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:59
Tanzania is days away from a general election. Here are five things to watch as East Africa's biggest nation decides.

What you need to know about Tanzania's elections

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:59
Tanzania is days away from a general election. Here are five things to watch as East Africa's biggest nation decides.

'Khartoum' documentary gives a face to the Sudan crisis

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:44
The war in Sudan is being ignored, say experts. As Sudan faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis, this award-winning film is contributing to raising awareness.

Japan: New PM Sanae Takaichi faces economic, security tests

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:15
Japan's first female prime minister has formed a coalition and is setting out a policy agenda that includes economic reform, wage growth, and national security priorities.

JD Vance appeals for patience as Gaza truce hangs in balance

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:23
The US Vice President is in Israel to shore up the fragile ceasefire after deadly strikes over the weekend. Meanwhile, the UN says the amount of aid entering Gaza is falling far short of what is needed. DW has more.

Middle East: Vance in Israel as Gaza truce hangs in balance

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:23
US Vice President JD Vance is holding talks in Israel after bouts of violence strained an already fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, the UN says the amount of aid entering Gaza falls far short of what is needed. DW has more.

UK: Giuffre memoir launch puts pressure on Prince Andrew

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:20
Prince Andrew still denies claims of sexual abuse from Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre, even after renouncing his official titles and settling out of court. His critics are calling for further consequences.

Writing with trauma: Israeli and Palestinian authors speak

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:08
Israeli and Palestinian writers are struggling to articulate the anguish of the devastating war in Gaza. Amid a shaky ceasefire, the authors told their story at the Frankfurt Book Fair.

Writing with trauma: Israeli and Palestinian authors speak out

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 14:08
Israeli and Palestinian writers are struggling to articulate the anguish of a devastating war in Gaza. Amid a shaky ceasefire, the authors told their story at the Frankfurt Book Fair.

Cruciate ligament rupture: What you need to know

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 12:34
Germany player Lena Oberdorf will be out of action for months after suffering another cruciate ligament tear. How is this injury treated, and why does it affect women more often?

Myanmar: Notorious cyberscam center KK Park raided by army

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 12:12
Unlicensed Starlink terminals were siezed and more than 2,000 people detained following the raid at KK Park.

Sarkozy enters prison after campaign fund conviction

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 11:03
France's former president is starting his prison term after being convicted of criminal conspiracy linked to Libyan financing.

Germany news: Merz 'cityscape' criticism continues

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 10:49
Chancellor Friedrich Merz is continuing to face criticism for his controversial "cityscape" remarks last week, including from within his own party. DW has more.

China's AI ambitions target US tech dominance

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 10:43
China aims to lead global artificial intelligence by 2030, with its AI platforms now nearly matching US capabilities. But without top-tier chips and free expression, can Beijing really win the race?

How China has set out to challenge America's AI dominance

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 10:43
China aims to lead global artificial intelligence by 2030, with its AI platforms now nearly matching US capabilities. But without top-tier chips and free expression, can Beijing really win the race?

Sanae Takaichi named Japan's first female prime minister

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 08:06
The upper and lower houses of parliament have elected the ultraconservative lawmaker. Final approval by the emperor is expected later in the day.

Brazil approves oil drilling near mouth of Amazon River

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 05:41
The government has granted the state-run Petrobras a license to drill for oil near the mouth of the Amazon River. Environmentalists have slammed the decision, with Brazil hosting an upcoming UN climate summit.

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