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World Heritage sites facing the heat

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 06:53
From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic world heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked to climate change.

US lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 06:13
Washington has removed sanctions on interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez. The move comes as the US continues to gradually ease measures on Venezuela after toppling Nicolas Maduro.

Indonesia: Strong earthquake strikes Molucca ⁠Sea, killing 1

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 05:05
A major 7.4-magnitude earthquake has jolted northern Indonesia, killing at least one person. An initial tsunami warning has since been lifted.

Powerful earthquake strikes Molucca ⁠Sea near Indonesia

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 05:05
A major 7.4-magnitude earthquake has jolted eastern Indonesia, triggering fears of a tsunami. But the initial warning has now been lifted.

Iran war: Trump says US will 'finish the job' in Iran

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 04:47
President Trump said the US' "core strategic objectives" in Iran war are "nearing completion." He also urged other countries to show "courage" and "take care" of the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.

Trump says US will 'finish the job' in Iran

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 04:47
President Trump said the US' "core strategic objectives" in Iran war are "nearing completion." He also urged other countries to show "courage" and "take care" of the Strait of Hormuz. DW has more.

NASA's Artemis II rocket lifts off for the moon

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 01:12
The four astronauts aboard the Artemis II are headed toward a historic journey around the moon. The test flight marks a major step in NASA's ambitious program of establishing a long-term presence on the lunar surface.

Artemis II: NASA readies to launch astronauts to moon

Thu, 04/02/2026 - 01:12
NASA's Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on an approximately 10-day journey around the moon for the first time since 1972.

US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 19:55
Donald Trump is the first president to appear at a Supreme Court oral argument, as he pushes to end birthright citizenship in the US.

Germany: Hope fades for stranded humpback whale's survival

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 18:28
Local authorities have announced that they will cease efforts to guide a young humpback whale to its home waters. Now a restricted area has been established to allow it to "die in peace."

World Cup 2026: Iraq qualify but Iran doubts loom

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 16:40
Iraq have overcome tough circumstances to reach the World Cup for the first time in 30 years, with the lineup now complete. But Iran's potential withdrawal still hangs over a tournament fraught with political issues.

Iran war: Trump says Iran's president asked for ceasefire

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 16:31
Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied Trump's claim that a ceasefire has been requested. Meanwhile, an Iranian missile has wounded 14 people in central Israel, while Israel bombed Beirut, killing seven. DW has more.

Germany: Conservatives call cannabis legalization 'a nonstarter' as 2-year report is filed

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:54
Conservatives see a two-year report on Germany's partial legalization of cannabis as evidence that it's been a failure. While the findings may be more nuanced, researchers did identify several problems.

Is Pakistan setting up a buffer zone in Afghanistan?

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:53
Tensions on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border are escalating amid reports that the Pakistani government is trying to take over parts of Afghan territory.

Undiagnosed TB poses challenge for South Africa, Mozambique

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:46
Africa is making progress in reducing TB. But missed cases and drug-resistant infections are complicating the fight, particularly in South Africa and Mozambique.

Undiagnosed TB pose challenge for South Africa, Mozambique

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:46
Africa is making progress in reducing tuberculosis (TB). But experts say missed cases and drug-resistant infections are complicating the fight, particularly in South Africa and Mozambique.

Iran war: Strikes on steel deal painful blow to economy

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:34
The US-Israeli strikes on Iran's two biggest steel mills will likely harm Tehran's ability to wage war, but could also cripple Iran's economy in irreversible ways.

Spain: Anti-Muslim chants mar Egypt soccer friendly

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 15:00
Spain's national team coach and football association have condemned fans after "Islamophobic" chants were heard during a match against Egypt. Spanish authorities are now investigating the incident.

Germany's chancellor said 80% of Syrians should return to their home country in the next three years. Syrians in Germany are outraged.

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 14:48
According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Wed, 04/01/2026 - 14:48
According to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, 80% of Syrians living in Germany are to return to their home country within the next three years. The chancellor's remark has drawn fierce criticism.

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