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Japan: Strong earthquake hits Kumamoto, several dead

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 01:08
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit southern Japan. According to media reports, at least two women were killed after a shopping mall partially collapsed in the town of Kashima.

Iran war: Netanyahu hails closed-door meeting with Trump

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 00:05
The meeting between the US President and the Israeli Prime Minister is the first since the start of the war in Iran. Meanwhile, Tehran executed two men for their role in anti-government protests.

UN says online scam center trafficking is skyrocketing

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 22:45
Migration authorities have said gangs are trafficking ever more people to East Asian online scam centers. The UN says some 300,000 people from more than 80 countries are currently being exploited and abused.

Guyana: Captain, crew charged with murder in ferry capsizing

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 22:45
Police in Guyana have charged three men with murder in connection to a recent ferry capsizing that killed 73 and left 30 missing. Some lawmakers, however, blame government officials for the deadly accident.

FIFA plans to form new commercial subsidiary and sell stake

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 20:35
FIFA has announced plans to form a commercial subsidiary and to sell a non-controlling interest to private investors. It needs approval from member associations, but is claiming that it will benefit them financially.

Germany: Low Rhine River levels could push economy into stagnation

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 19:38
Record-low water levels on the Rhine are forcing cargo vessels to run with sharply reduced loads, driving up transport costs. Economists warn the disruption could wipe out Germany's already weak summer growth.

Fact check: Berlin Pride attack claims debunked

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 18:17
Following the Islamist terrorist attack at Berlin Pride, rumors, false claims and misleading videos have been spreading on social media. DW Fact check examines some of the most widely shared claims.

EU civil protection mechanism: Coordinating Europe's firefighters

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 17:55
French President Emmanuel Macron has activated the EU civil protection mechanism to help combat devastating wildfires. The system has become increasingly effective, yet it will reach its limits in the summer of 2026.

Poland: Top court rejects recognizing EU same-sex marriages

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 17:54
Poland's constitutional court has overturned plans to recognize same-sex marriages that took place in other EU member states. This defies an order from the EU's top court and could set up a clash on the matter.

Could US airstrikes stop insurgency in Mali?

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 17:28
US President Donald Trump is considering airstrikes against the Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM in Mali, according to multiple reports. Analysts say such attacks might weaken the jihadists but would not address the core issues.

Why is Germany building roads for yesterday's climate?

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 16:34
As heat waves buckle its Autobahn, Germany is still paving roads for a past climate. Engineers know how to fix it — so what's the holdup?

Japan: Strong earthquake hits Kumamoto, many feared dead

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 15:10
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit southern Japan. According to media reports, many are feared dead after a shopping mall partially collapsed in the town of Kashima.

Will Pakistan intervene amid Houthi attacks on Saudi ships?

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 14:54
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are strategic defense partners, but experts say there are limits to how far Islamabad can go in opposing Iran-backed Houthis.

Germany: Online tourist accommodation bookings hit new peak

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 14:43
Vacation rental bookings through online platforms have climbed to a new record in Germany. The figures reveal major regional differences in where certain tourists like to go.

Bernadette Amani 'living her dream' at Bayern and WAFCON

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 14:15
Bernadette Amani joined Bayern Munich in January and is now captaining Ivory Coast in their first WAFCON in 12 years. Getting to the top hasn't been a straight path for the newly crowned German double winner.

'Loneliness influencers': Being alone brings in the clicks

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 14:15
No friends, no dating, no problem? Many influencers are presenting social isolation as a lifestyle. But experts warn of the consequences.

Japan: Strong earthquake shakes Kumamoto, injuries reported

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 13:21
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit Southern Japan. According to media reports, multiple houses collapsed, with some people trapped inside the damaged buildings.

As US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 12:40
Though Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway.

Germany news: IS video found on Berlin Pride suspect's phone

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 11:57
Berlin Pride suspect Abdul B. pledged allegiance to the "Islamic State" in a video filmed prior to the attack. Meanwhile, Germany's center-left wants constitutional protections for LGBTQ+. DW has more.

Germany news: SPD seeks LGBTQ+ protections in constitution

Tue, 07/28/2026 - 11:57
Germany's center-left wants to add sexual identity to the constitution’s anti-discrimination protections. The push comes as part of the response to a deadly weekend attack near Pride celebrations in Berlin. DW has more.

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