South Africa pulls asylum directive after violent protests
South Africa has withdrawn a controversial asylum directive after anti-migrant protests descended into violence and chaos on Thursday.
Germany women's football team: Can Ena Mahmutovic make a case to become Germany's next No.1 goalkeeper?
The women's friendlies against Australia and Japan present an opportunity for Ena Mahmutovic to make her case for succeeding Ann-Katrin Berger as Germany's first-choice goalkeeper.
Bosnia and Herzegovina will soon have a new Grand Mufti
The new leader of the Islamic Community in Bosnia and Herzegovina will be elected on October 10. The reis-ul-ulema's role is not only important for Muslims in the country itself, but could inspire Muslims across Europe.
Finland, the world's happiest nation, faces a glum winter
Finns have many reasons to feel content, but the country's pile of debt is not one of them. Russia's war in Ukraine has added to the fiscal burden. Can the Nordic nation absorb another shock?
Finland: The world's happiest country has a debt problem it can no longer ignore
Finns have many reasons to feel content, but the country's pile of debt is not one of them. Russia's war in Ukraine has added to the fiscal burden. Can the Nordic nation absorb another shock?
Nobel Peace Prize 2026 goes to Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay for her efforts to promote peace and international law
South African judge Navanethem "Navi" Pillay has won this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law. Follow DW live.
Malaysia shuts schools amid toxic haze from Indonesian fires
Toxic smoke from forest fires in Indonesia has pushed air pollution to unhealthy levels, prompting authorities in Malaysia to take emergency measures.
India: Cockroach party denied permission to protest in Delhi, founder Dipke pushes on
Train cancellations have been reported in Delhi ahead of CJP’s protest tomorrow. There is heavy security in the capital. Police have denied permission to protest but CJP's leader has vowed to press on with the plan.
India: Cockroach Janta Party leaders allege mass detentions ahead of Delhi protest, decry 'emergency'
The Cockroach Janta Party claims authorities are carrying out mass arrests ahead of its planned protest on October 10. Founder 'Cockroach' Abhijeet Dipke has accused the Modi government of "intimidation." DW has more.
Two German officials shot dead during routine gun inspection in Bavaria; suspect arrested after overnight standoff
A routine inspection of legally owned firearms turned deadly in Bavaria. Police spent hours negotiating with an armed suspect before storming his home. Follow DW for more.
Ukraine, Europe, US to meet in Miami for talks on ending war
Officials from Ukraine, Europe and the US are meeting in Miami to discuss ways to break the deadlock in the war. The meeting comes as Russian strikes on Ukraine killed more than 70 people this week.
Man injured after New York shooting involving ICE
The shooting happened in the afternoon in the Bronx, with details still emerging. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the incident and urged Donald Trump to end ICE actions in the city.
US to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution: Pentagon
US Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth had said that Nidal Hasan would be executed by firing squad and that it would be done "in public." Hasan's execution will be the first by the US military since 1961.
Ex-German Chancellor Schröder attends Putin's birthday bash
Former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder still maintains a friendship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Tensions are high between Germany and Russia as the invasion of Ukraine continues.
UK: Two Latvian men arrested for breaking into RAF base
The men were arrested for breaching a perimeter fence at a UK air base that houses US and NATO intelligence operations. The incident comes after an alleged terror plot at another air base in England was foiled recently.
Afghan women facing arrest for dress code violations: UN
In recent months, the Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have arrested or detained dozens of women for alleged violations of dress codes and for appearing in public without a male guardian.
US suspends Microsoft, Adobe from filing for green cards
The Trump administration cut off tech firms, including Microsoft and Adobe, from filing for green cards for their foreign workers.
South Africa: Anti-migrant protests turn violent
A court order requiring the government to resume processing asylum applications reignited violent protests against immigration in South Africa.
US will not resume strikes on Iran before midterms — Trump
President Donald Trump said the US will not resume strikes on Iran before the midterm elections on November 3. High gas and grocery prices are top concerns for voters.
France: Police clash with protesters at Paris student rally
Police fired tear gas and used batons against protesters in Paris again as students continue to voice their grievances about school conditions across France.
