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Kenya: Energy executives step down amid fuel manipulation probe

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 19:23
Five senior figures were arrested on allegations of purchasing an emergency fuel shipment at inflated prices. They are accused of trying to exploit the fuel crisis caused by the war in Iran.

Displaced in Lebanon: 'Lives turned upside down'

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 19:13
Over 1.1 million Lebanese have fled their homes due to fighting in the south of the country and Israeli bombing of Beirut's suburbs. DW met a family struggling to preserve a sense of normality in tough conditions.

German men need military permit for extended stays abroad

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 18:09
The new military service law requires all men under 45 to seek approval from the Bundeswehr to leave the country for longer than three months. It also obliges the military career center to issue it.

German, EU finance ministers call for energy windfall tax

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 17:30
The war in Iran has sent oil and gas prices soaring, boosting profits for energy companies, but burdening consumers. The EU is looking for a way to respond.

Young German men refusing military service

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 16:57
Military service remains voluntary in Germany. However, with the Bundeswehr needing more soldiers, conscription could soon return. But an increasing number of young men are choosing to opt out.

Peru: Stadium crush leaves one dead, dozens injured

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 14:44
The incident occurred as a large crowd of soccer fans gathered for a "flag-waving event" at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in Lima.

Why have US-South Africa relations soured?

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 12:57
US President Donald Trump wants to sideline South Africa on the world stage. What is his issue with the country and when did things start going south?

Germany news: Baltic humpback whale 'Timmy' still breathing

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 12:17
The plight of a whale marooned in shallow Baltic waters has had animal lovers gripped for the past week. Meanwhile, Germany's Easter peace marches continue as the Iran war rages. DW has the latest.

Germany news: Easter Sunday marked with Masses, peace marches

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 12:17
Germans are celebrating Easter Sunday with church services and traditional peace marches. DW has the latest.

Germany news: People change Easter holiday plans amid crises

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 12:17
Germans are altering their travel plans for Easter and the months ahead due to conflicts, a new survey shows. The economy minister has rejected tax rebates and speed limits to tackle high fuel prices. DW has the latest.

Artemis II passes halfway point to Moon, sends Earth photos

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 11:17
Artemis II is now closer to the Moon than the Earth. The astronauts on board have sent back eye-catching photos of our planet, and fixed a malfunctioning toilet along the way.

India news: New Delhi turns back to Iranian crude after seven years

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:02
India has not received crude oil from Tehran since 2019, following US pressure not to buy Iranian ⁠crude. DW has the latest.

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Strait of Hormuz

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 10:02
Green Sanvi becomes the seventh India-bound LPG vessel through the strait amid Iran war disruptions, as New Delhi scrambles to secure fuel supplies. DW has the latest.

Ukraine: 14 people killed in 'massive' Russian attack on 1,500th day of war

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 09:51
Ukrainian authorities say Russia is deploying "new tactics" as the country came under rolling aerial daytime assaults from missiles and drones fitted with jet engines. At least 14 people were killed across Ukraine.

'Drill baby drill' ― Trump opens up nature to big energy

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 09:00
America's beloved national parks and public lands face conservation rollbacks and sell-offs as the administration of US President Donald Trump pushes for fossil fuel and timber extraction.

How South Korea is using K-beauty trend to boost soft power

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

How South Korea is using K-beauty trend boost soft power

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

Beauty as strategy: Why K-beauty is also a political success

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 07:57
K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model where beauty products are an economic and political tool.

Afghanistan earthquake of magnitude 5.9 kills at least 8

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 06:26
Authorities said that damage remains under assessment and may be delayed because of the remoteness of the center of the quake. Tremors were also felt in parts of Pakistan and India, including in Islamabad and New Delhi.

Iran war: Search on for missing crew member of downed US jet

Sat, 04/04/2026 - 04:33
The US is racing against time and Iranian forces to recover a missing crew member of an F-15 fighter jet that was downed over Iran. Meanwhile, the UN Security Council has delayed a vote on using force to reopen Hormuz.

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