Indonesia: Thousands fall sick from free school meals
Hundreds of new food poisoning cases have been reported this week linked to President Prabowo Subianto's free school lunch program. The costly scheme has been dogged by health concerns and allegations of corruption.
Trump's Iran strategy: Could this become a forever war?
The US has launched fresh attacks on military targets in Iran. It wants to prevent Tehran rebuilding its destroyed capabilities, but risks triggering a sustained downward spiral of reconstruction followed by new attacks.
Berlin BER airport Terminal 1 evacuated after security scare
Authorities have emptied Terminal 1 at BER airport in Berlin, at least as a precaution. The federal police confirmed reports that had started to emerge on social media from people at the scene.
Norway seizes Russian ship in Svalbard to compensate Ukraine
Authorities in Norway have seized a Russian ship, the Professor Molchanov, on a court order sought and obtained by Naftogaz in Ukraine. Russia has protested the move, which stems from its refusal to pay Naftogaz damages.
Germany: From emigration to immigration destination
Migration is a sensitive topic in Germany, with public debate dominated by the fear of uncontrolled immigration. People forget that, over two centuries, millions of Germans emigrated in search of a better life.
Putin denies fresh mobilization campaign in Ukraine war
The Russian president said there was no present need to mobilize more men, describing the reports as Ukrainian "disinformation." Putin was speaking during an economic forum in Russia's east.
Can Hichilema heal Zambia's political divide?
The Zambian president starts a second term after a contested election exposed deep political divisions. His challenge now is to unite the country while addressing concerns over political freedoms.
Nvidia to buy Hugging Face in $12.93 billion deal
The AI chip maker said it would keep Hugging Face an open platform that would not require developers to use Nvidia hardware.
South Africa airline behind viral stadium flyby scraps repeat display
Two passenger jets passed close to Cape Town's DHL Stadium during a flyover last weekend. The carrier said it has shelved plans to repeat the display as South Africa's aviation authority investigates the event.
Is Germany's economic slump finally over?
Despite a slew of negative headlines, the German economy has posted its best figures in years. There are reasons for optimism, but structural issues remain.
Malaysia's middle path between China and US faces new tests
The prime minister's comments on Taiwan and US-backed military facilities near Sabah have revived questions over Malaysia's non-aligned foreign policy.
Iran bets on shadow networks to evade US sanctions
To circumvent US sanctions, Iran has spent decades building a complex network of businesspeople and companies. A billionaire once sentenced to death is now back at its center.
India news: Jaishankar offers help to end war in Ukraine
Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar says India is prepared to assist efforts to end the war in Ukraine, as the foreign minister visits Kyiv. DW has more.
Gloria Steinem, feminist activist and journalist, dies at 92
Steinem became a prominent leader of the second wave of the feminist movement in the US.
'Supersized' El Nino could be strongest on record, UN says
The current El Nino could end up being the strongest since records began 40 years ago, the UN warns. It says the phenomenon is being "supersized" thanks to exceptionally warm temperatures in the tropical Pacific Ocean.
Data centers are everywhere. Here's what they're doing to the planet.
As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies, and reshaping the land and air around them.
Germany news: Police say arson attack targeted defense firm
Two people were arrested in connection with a small fire at a construction site near a technology and defense company in Munich. Investigators are looking at a possible "political motive." More on DW.
US, Australia to boost defense ties amid China's growing influence
The two countries said they had agreed to speed up cooperation and boost US military presence in Australia to counter China's unprecedented military buildup.
US: New York City Mayor Mamdani announces ban on AI for younger students
New York City is barring elementary and middle school students from using generative AI tools this school year. Meanwhile AI literacy classes and supervised pilot programs will be rolled out for high schoolers.
Russia to close branches of Germany's Goethe-Institut
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the move was in response to Germany's decision to close the Russian House in Berlin after blaming Moscow for an attemped drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport.
