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Pakistan government to challenge ex-PM Khan hospital move

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:33
Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan be moved to a private hospital amid concerns about his deteriorating health. The government says it wants the decision to be reviewed.

Messi retirement hint highlights football era nearing an end

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:15
Soon after propelling Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup final, Lionel Messi has cast some doubt on his future. While retirement doesn't seem imminent, it still beckons for him and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ukraine updates: Ousted minister Fedorov calls for elections

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:11
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections in Ukraine in the biggest challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion. DW has more.

Nigeria: Campaign kicks off for 2027 presidential election

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 11:06
Electioneering has begun in Nigeria five months ahead of the presidential poll. The economy and security are expected to be the two main issues for candidates to tussle over.

India news: Several killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 09:38
At least nine people have died, including some Bangladeshi nationals, authorities said. Meanwhile, the building's owner was reportedly absconding. DW has more.

Australia: Erin Patterson appeals mushroom murder conviction

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 08:56
Judges in Melbourne are considering an appeal by a woman convicted of killing three people by serving them toxic death cap mushrooms. But prosecutors have also filed an appeal calling for a harsher sentence.

US, South Korea cut short joint drills after Trump criticism

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 08:06
Allies US and South Korea are currently holding joint military exercises. The drills will, however, wrap up earlier than planned after Trump ordered cuts.

In drought-stricken France, tankers supply drinking water

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 07:33
France is seeing water shortages in regions that usually have plenty of supply. This summer's extreme heat is exposing how unprepared much of the country, and Europe, is for increasing water scarcity.

US, Canada reach deal that pauses 50% tariffs, Trump says

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 06:32
Donald Trump said the deal, reached the day before 50% tariffs were set to take effect, could also revive the controversial Keystone XL pipeline project.

US: Meta hooked children, prosecutors say, as trial over social media harm begins

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 05:18
Four US states have taken Meta to court, accusing the social media giant of deliberately making Facebook and Instagram addictive for children. Meta has denied the charges.

German Africa Prize goes to Kenyan social entrepreneur

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 05:00
Wawira Njiru organizes meals for hundreds of thousands of schoolchildren in Kenya, while at the same time supporting local farmers. For this, she is being honored by the German Africa Foundation.

US imposes new sanctions on ICC president, senior lawyer in latest escalation

Wed, 08/19/2026 - 00:45
The US has announced it will impose additional sanctions on members of the International Criminal Court. The ICC said the latest US move against it "undermines the rule of law."

Minors living alone on Ceuta's streets at risk of abuse

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 20:07
Several thousand unaccompanied minors have gathered in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the northern coast of Africa. Illness and abuse are rife, and the authorities admit they are overwhelmed.

No toilets, no shelter, little protection. In Ceuta, DW finds thousands of minors living alone on the streets.

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 20:07
Several thousand unaccompanied minors have gathered in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave on the northern coast of Africa. Illness and abuse are rife, and the authorities admit they are overwhelmed.

Nigeria: Dozens killed in Plateau state attack

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 19:35
Officials in Nigeria have said at least 25 people were killed in their homes when armed men stormed their village Monday night. Fears of reprisal are real as violence between Muslim herders and Christian farmers spirals.

Middle East: No talks or conversations with Iran, Trump says

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 19:13
Trump also claimed that the Strait of Hormuz was "open and operating," contrary to Iranian reports. Meanwhile, Syria, the US and Turkey condemned Israeli strikes on a Syrian airbase. Follow DW for more.

Afghanistan: Only 5% of labor market are women under Taliban

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 18:21
The International Labour Organization estimates that only 5.1% of workers in Afghanistan are women, five years after the Taliban's return to power. That's less than a third of the proportion in 2019 and 2020.

Will Germany's drought push up food prices?

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 17:46
Germany's main farmers' association has warned of a below-average harvest after drought and crops damaged by extreme heat. DW looks into what lower yields could mean for food prices and grocery bills.

As drought hits Germany's harvest, will food prices rise?

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 17:46
Germany's main farmers' association has warned of a below-average harvest after drought and crops damaged by extreme heat. DW looks into what lower yields could mean for food prices and grocery bills.

Dressed for power: Giorgia Meloni and the language of fashion

Tue, 08/18/2026 - 17:30
From Giorgia Meloni's shift from dark suits to pastels to Angela Merkel's signature jackets, politicians have long used clothing to shape how voters see them. In this day and age, power dressing has evolved.

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