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Germany records high numbers of online child abuse cases

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 17:22
Efforts to regulate social media have had little effect so far, according to Jugendschutz.net. The government-funded organization says young people in Germany are defenseless against online hate and violence.

German authorities arrest 2 on China high-tech espionage allegations

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 16:30
Two Munich residents have been arrested on suspicion of working for a Chinese intelligence service, seeking to obtain and pass on high-tech information with "military applications."

Turkey targets press freedom in trial of DW's Alican Uludag

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:39
DW correspondent Alican Uludag has been in custody in Turkey for three months, in part on charges of "insulting the president." He is set to appear in court for the first time on Thursday, though only via video link.

Numbers of Tibetan exiles plummet as China tightens grip

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:17
Fewer Tibetans are seeking exile, as escaping Beijing-controlled Tibet has become more complicated and dangerous. The drop raises questions about preserving the future of Tibetan culture.

Why Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' mattered

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 15:01
As the final curtain falls on "The Late Show," a brief history of the evolution of the late-night tradition and Stephen Colbert's satire.

Researchers spot humpback whales off Australia and Brazil — longest lifetime journey on record

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 13:53
Researchers have observed two humpback whales swimming between Australia and Brazil. It's the longest travel distance humans have ever recorded for the species.

Middle East: Iran says any new attack will widen war

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 12:40
Iran's army has threatened to "open new fronts" in Tehran's war with the US and Israel in the event of new attacks. DW has the latest.

How Meta wants to profile 13-year-olds on Insta, Facebook

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:26
Instagram and Facebook have a problem with underage users — there's too many of them. Parent company, Meta, aims to root out under-13s with an age-profiling AI. This plays into a debate about a teenage social media ban.

Germany news: Ebola patient admitted to Berlin hospital

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:22
An American doctor infected with the Ebola virus has been flown to Berlin's Charité hospital for specialist treatment. Meanwhile, police arrested a German couple accused of spying for China. DW has more.

EU is failing to cut pesticide use

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 11:00
With binding cut targets scrapped, the European Union's pledge to halve pesticide use is stalling — even as controversial chemicals like glyphosate remain on sale across the bloc.

Enhanced Games: Pushing human potential or lethal circus?

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:48
Investors like Peter Thiel and Donald Trump Jr. see the Enhanced Games as proof of how far human limits can stretch. For doping experts, the danger is clear and grave. DW explains the latest controversial sporting event.

Millions follow India's viral 'cockroach' movement

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 10:06
What started as an internet joke is fast becoming young India's newest symbol of resilience, survival and collective frustration. Meanwhile, PM Modi has reached Italy for the last leg of his tour. DW has more.

Taiwan's Lai rejects China pressure, pledges stronger defense

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 07:55
Lai Ching-te defended Taiwan's sovereignty after US President Donald Trump suggested that arms sales to the island could be used as leverage in talks with China.

US to reduce troops in Europe to 2021 levels, Pentagon says

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 06:03
The scaling back would bring the number of US troops on the continent to the level before Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Pentagon said that was in line with Trump's 'America first' agenda.

EU strikes deal on US trade pact ahead of Trump tariff deadline

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 04:46
The EU reached a provisional agreement to remove import duties on US goods, keeping the bloc on track to meet Trump's deadline to avoid higher tariffs on European exports.

US Senate advances measure to limit Trump's Iran war powers

Wed, 05/20/2026 - 03:30
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy joined three other Republican lawmakers in supporting the measure. Though symbolic and unlikely to become law, advancing the resolution is a sign of growing frustration with the war.

Vance hails 'good progress' in Iran talks

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 23:48
US Vice President JD Vance said Washington remained "locked and loaded" in the event of failed negotiations. It comes a day after Donald Trump said he called off an attack on Iran at three Gulf nations' request.

US troop withdrawal from Europe to take 'years' — general

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 22:43
NATO top commander Alexus Grynkewich said the US withdrawal would be "well-synchronized" with European allies. It comes after Donald Trump announced a decision to pull 5,000 troops out of Germany.

Hungary's new Prime Minister Magyar seeks to fix Poland ties

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 20:57
Peter Magyar hopes to mend relations with Poland during his first state visit to Warsaw. What lessons could he learn from Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk?

$181.2 million Pollock shatters auction record at Christie's

Tue, 05/19/2026 - 20:56
The work from the collection of publishing magnate S.I. Newhouse led auction week at Christie's in New York. The canvas was included in a billion dollar sale.

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