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UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 18:08
A draft law in the UK to create a "smoke-free generation" by banning smoking for anybody born after 2008 has cleared both houses of parliament. Only the king's signature remains for it to become law.

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 17:22
The Strait of Hormuz blockade has shaken Tokyo and Seoul, highlighting their dependence on maritime trade for essential goods including food and fuel.

Mars: NASA's Curiosity rover finds new organic matter in Gale Crater

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 16:55
NASA's Curiosity rover has identified more organic compounds as scientists investigate any potential ancient life signs on Mars. It was exploring the massive Gale Crater also believed to be a now-dry lake.

Nigeria's $2B power bailout tests Tinubu reforms

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 16:48
Nigeria has approved billions to clear power sector debts. Analysts say the move may stabilize electricity supply, but deeper structural problems remain unresolved.

India news: Delhi braces for first heatwave of the year

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 16:45
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert with temperatures over 40 degrees predicted for the coming days. Meanwhile, reports suggest India and the US are on the verge of a trade deal. DW has more.

Taiwan blames pressure from China for nixed Africa trip

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 15:55
The Taiwanese government says Beijing used economic coercion to convince three African nations to revoke permission for President Lai Ching-te to traverse their airspace.

What course will Bulgaria’s new leader Rumen Radev take?

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 14:43
The trained pilot, former general and ex-president says he will crack down on corruption and seek dialogue with Russia. But who is Rumen Radev, the man who swept to victory in Sunday’s election?

Apple switches CEO: What it means for the tech giant

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 14:17
Apple's top hardware engineer John Ternus will lead the $4 trillion iPhone maker, as Tim Cook steps back. Will Apple chase rivals for the smartest intelligence, or deliver the best personal AI experience?

Apple switches CEO: What it means for the iPhone maker

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 14:17
Apple's top hardware engineer John Ternus will lead the $4 trillion iPhone maker, as Tim Cook steps back. Will Apple chase rivals for the smartest intelligence, or deliver the best personal AI experience?

Hungary: Orban-era LGBTQ law infringes human rights, ECJ rules

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 13:43
The EU's top court has found that Hungary's 2021 laws on issues including transgender and homosexual identity and sex offenses breach various EU laws. This includes Article 2 of EU Treaty, to protect human dignity.

Can data centers be green?

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 12:28
Renewable energy is increasingly being used to supply power-hungry data centers. As the sector swells, much of the electricity demand is being met by polluting fossil fuels.

Racing to green the world's data centers

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 12:28
Renewable energy is increasingly being used to supply power-hungry data centers. As the sector swells, much of the electricity demand is being met by polluting fossil fuels.

Why cloud computing still runs on coal and gas

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 12:28
Renewable energy is increasingly being used to supply power-hungry data centers. As the sector swells, much of the electricity demand is being met by polluting fossil fuels.

Why the cloud still runs on coal and gas

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 12:28
Renewable energy is increasingly being used to supply power-hungry data centers. As the sector swells, much of the electricity demand is being met by polluting fossil fuels.

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 11:26
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved new rules expanding Japan's ability to export advanced defense equipment, a major shift as Tokyo boosts defense spending and its arms industry.

Germany news: Trial begins in Istanbul over tourist deaths

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 10:54
Six people have been charged with negligent homicide over the deaths of four members of a German family at a hotel in Turkey. Meanwhile, a major climate conference kicked off in Berlin. DW has more.

Germany news: Trial starts in Istanbul over tourist deaths

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 10:54
Six people have been charged with negligent homicide over the deaths of four members of a German family at a hotel in Turkey. Meanwhile, a major climate conference is starting in Berlin. DW has more.

India news: India-US near trade deal in Washington

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 10:12
US officials say an agreement is nearing completion as negotiations resume. Meanwhile, videos of violence inside a German gurudwara are causing a stir in India. Follow live.

South Korea: Police seek to arrest BTS agency chief over fraud allegations

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:36
Police say HYBE chief Bang Si-hyuk secretly made millions from post-IPO share sales. The case comes as K-pop supergroup BTS embarks on a global tour.

Rat poison found in baby food, extortion suspected

Tue, 04/21/2026 - 09:24
Rat poison has been found in HiPP baby food jars across Austria, Czechia and Slovakia in what authorities suspect is a blackmail attempt.

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