People in Germany could see gas prices fall next week after lawmakers approved a bill to lower the fuel tax by €0.17 per liter. Follow DW for these stories and more.

Discovered using AI, a naturally occurring molecule appears to act directly in the brain's appetite center. Scientists hope it could refine treatments for obesity, offering fewer side effects for some patients.

Germany's economy continues to falter under the shock of soaring energy prices. In the wake of the Iran war, the German economy minister has had to cut her own forecast by half.

Kaja Kallas said failing to bring nuclear experts to the table in talks with Tehran could result in "a more dangerous ⁠Iran." EU leaders meeting in Cyprus are discussing the Middle East conflict, among other topics.

A chunk of ice suspended above the Khumbu Icefall near Base Camp on Mount Everest means it's not safe either for climbers or the specialist "icefall doctors" who typically clear away smaller obstructions.

West Bengal and Tamil Nadu recorded the highest-ever voter turnout in state polls after controversial voter roll revision. DW has more.

At an unprecedented meeting in Colombia, delegates from more than 50 countries want to chart a practical path to wean the world off fossil fuels. Can they succeed where the UN climate talks have failed?

At an unprecedented meeting in Colombia, delegates from more than 50 countries want to chart a practical path to wean the world off fossil fuels. Can they succeed where the UN climate talks have failed?

Forty-four lawmakers could be banned from office for seeking to change Thailand's strict lese-majeste law, which criminalizes criticism of the monarchy. Critics say it has been used to silence opponents.

DeepSeek, the startup behind a low-cost chatbot that sent shockwaves through the AI community last year, has released its highly anticipated V4 model.

The announcement came after a rare meeting between Israeli and Lebanese officials at the White House. Meanwhile, the Strait of Hormuz is still closed amid stalled peace talks between the US and Iran. Follow DW.

Facebook's parent company said it would slash 10% of its workforce, while Microsoft is offering an early retirement scheme. The cuts come as both tech giants make massive investments in AI.

Prosecutors say the soldier used classified information of the Maduro operation to place winning bets on Polymarket. The case comes amid other incidents of prediction market bets tied to US government actions.

The ICC has said there is enough evidence linking former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte to crimes against humanity over his role in orchestrating a deadly anti-drugs crackdown.

Donald Trump's remarks follow a meeting at the White House with high-ranking officials from Israel and Lebanon. The extension comes after Israel struck southern Lebanon and Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel. Follow DW.

The deal would combine two major Hollywood studios and bring CBS and CNN under one roof, tightening an already concentrated media landscape, critics say.

France and the UK are leading efforts to establish a multinational mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Questions remain about the scope of the operation and whether it can bring lasting stability.

With no fixed ceasefire deadline for now, the US and Iran are looking for ways to safeguard their own interests. DW takes a look at the main sticking points and explains some key issues.

Analysts say the war in Iran has temporarily delayed an escalation in smoldering tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. But renewed armed conflict cannot be ruled out.

Unions at Samsung are threatening a weekslong strike if demands are not met. A production halt at one of the world's largest memory chipmakers could disrupt global chip supplies.