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German-Russian relations at freezing point

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 19:34
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine destroyed the once-close relationship between Moscow and Berlin. Yet the far-right AfD is calling for a normalization of relations.

Ukraine steps up measures to protect railways

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 18:37
As Russia increases its attacks on Ukraine's rail infrastructure, the Ukrainian government has called for help to replace destroyed locomotives and is making plans to keep passengers safe.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico denied access to White House

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 18:33
Three US news outlets said their journalists were blocked from entering the White House grounds, hours after President Donald Trump announced bans on several media outlets.

Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Will economy shape the vote?

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 17:51
Voters in the eastern state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania head to the polls on Sunday, with the Social Democrats and far-right AfD neck and neck. Here's a look at key economic issues that could influence the election.

Saudi Arabia: Houthis claim strikes on Riyadh, Yanbu port

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 17:46
The Yemen-based Houthis said they targeted "sensitive sites" in Riyadh, hours after a blaze at a fuel depot near the Saudi capital's main airport. The Saudi-led coalition said Saudi defense downed a ballistic missile.

Saudi Arabia: Plume of black smoke near Riyadh airport

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 17:46
Smoke was seen billowing from a location near the main airport in Riyadh following overnight warnings of an aerial threat.

Drone sightings briefly shut Luxembourg airport

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 16:55
Flights were diverted and hundreds of passengers affected after unauthorized drones appeared near Luxembourg's only international airport.

Thousands protest Kennedy Center demolition fears

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 14:09
Protesters took part in a "Hands Around the Kennedy Center" human chain. The demonstration comes amid fears the Trump administration could tear the arts hub down.

Ed Sheeran continues US tour amid Palestinian controversy

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 12:14
Pro-Palestinian protests are expected at Ed Sheeran's first gig since Macklemore was dropped from the tour. The US rapper shouted "Free Palestine" at a concert in New Jersey.

Rebels, workers, radicals: The making of 'Red Berlin'

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 12:14
Bloody May, student sit-ins and the squatter movement: Berlin has long been a hotbed for working-class organizing and radical left-wing politics.

Oktoberfest opens as Munich mayor taps first beer keg

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 11:58
Thousands of visitors streamed onto Munich's Oktoberfest grounds as the world-famous beer festival got underway. Some spent the night outside the gates to secure coveted places in the festival tents.

US court rejects Trump policy on third-country deportations

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 11:55
The Trump administration has deported more than 25,000 people to countries other than their own. Now a federal appeals court has put the brakes on the policy.

India news: British Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal granted bail after 9 years in detention

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 11:00
Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal has been granted bail after more than eight years without conviction. Meanwhile, India swapped its male flagbearer for the Asian Games opening ceremony over a missing kit. DW has more.

Germany news: Campaigns wrap up in two state elections

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 09:54
Parties are campaigning for a last day ahead of polls in Mecklenburg-Vorpomerania and Berlin. And an association responsible for German sea ports says they are at high risk from cyberattacks and sabotage. DW has more.

Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: SPD seeks to fend off AfD

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 09:46
For nearly three decades, the Social Democrats have governed Germany's northeastern state. If they can fend off the AfD, the result may boost the fortunes of the German government's junior coalition partner.

Pakistan: Suicide bombing death toll rises to at least 31

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 09:31
More than 100 others have been injured in the militant attack on a police headquarters near the border with Afghanistan. Several militants were still clashing with Pakistan's security forces on Saturday.

Cuba faces another nationwide blackout amid US fuel blockade

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 06:57
Millions were left without electricity as Cuba's aging power grid collapsed under the weight of fuel shortages, deteriorating infrastructure and US sanctions.

Google's Gemini AI hacked 3 companies during testing

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 06:36
During a test of its cybersecurity capabilities, Google's Gemini AI model accessed the internet and hacked other companies. This is the first known instance of Google's AI systems engaging in such behavior autonomously.

Trump signs broad Russia sanctions bill

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 04:27
The bill signed by US President Donald Trump targets officials, banks, and a fleet of shadow tankers that transport Russian energy.

US, Denmark reach deal over Greenland's security, Trump says

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 00:53
The deal with Denmark, according to President Donald Trump, would give the US "permanent control" over Greenland's security. Denmark said the deal is "great for NATO and Europe."

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