Nobelitis — How winning a Nobel Prize can give you delusions of grandeur
After being chosen for one of the world's most prestigious awards, some Nobel laureates lose touch with reality and suddenly start spouting unscientific nonsense. They're afflicted by what some have called "Nobelitis."
Emerging economies are embracing solar power and skipping fossil fuels much faster than Europe or the US
Renewable electricity is cheaper than ever. While the West got rich on coal and oil, some of the world's poorest countries are banking on solar, wind and water instead.
The solar boom is rapidly transforming emerging economies
Renewable electricity is cheaper than ever. So while the West got rich on coal and oil, some of the poorest countries in the world are banking on solar, wind and water instead.
Israel marks third anniversary of October 7 Hamas terror attacks with memorials
Families gathered at the Nova music festival site and other attack locations in memory of those killed by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Yemen's Houthis claim strikes on Aden, Riyadh airports
Aden International Airport came under attack as Yemen's war intensified, with the Houthis targeting key transport hubs.
Germany news: Government presents plan for railroad revamp
The Transport Ministry has put forward a five-year plan for improving Germany's ailing railroad infrastructure. Chancellor Merz has voiced solidarity with Israel on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks. DW has more.
India news: Opposition protest clouds Modi's 25-year milestone
Delhi police has beefed up security around the Election Commission of India, likely preparing for another day of 'vote theft' protests. Meanwhile, PM Modi marks 25 years in public service. Follow live.
Where is Spain headed after the snap election announcement?
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is taking a gamble by calling an early election in Spain. The housing crisis, migration and the rise of the right-wing populist Vox party are all likely to dominate the campaign.
Mali: Junta forces retake strategic town of Kidal from separatists
Mali's military regained control of the strategic town of Kidal after forcing Tuareg separatists and al Queda-linked jihadists to withdraw following an offensive backed by Russia's Africa Corps.
Football: Lionel Messi plays final game for Argentina
Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi bowed out of international football with one last goal for his country. For football in Argentina, and indeed across the world, it's the end of an era.
Christa Pike awake after failed Tennessee execution: lawyers
A death row inmate who survived a botched execution last week is conscious and talking in hospital, according to her lawyers, who want to commute her death sentence to life imprisonment without parole.
French AI company announces new, private model
The company's new model, named "Le Chonk," is its first release in five months. Mistral says it outruns some of its Chinese competitors in several areas.
Naked Trump statue goes on display in Strasbourg
Titled "The Orange Plague," a gold-coated statue presents Donald Trump sitting on a smaller man's back. The Danish artist blamed Trump for getting in the way of efforts to address climate change.
EU seeks ways to make expansion more palatable to members
The European Commission has put forward ideas it hopes will both ease the EU expansion process and allay concerns among existing members. Several countries, not least war-torn Ukraine, are among the candidates.
Russia denies anti-plague measures after pneumonia death
The death of an employee at an anti-plague institute in Irkutsk is still being looked into, the authorities said. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for Russia to be transparent about its findings.
France’s conundrum: How to cut spending amid protests
Prime Minister Lecornu is pledging to improve schools at a time when the government seeks to save billions. France's dilemma can be seen across the EU: How to cut spending when citizens are demanding more from the state?
UK: Seventh arrest made after air base plot
The man, a British national in his twenties, was arrested in London in suspicion of "preparing terrorist acts."
Munich up against at least six competitors for 2036 Olympics
The International Olympic Committee has revealed the six other countries intending to bid for the 2036 Olympic Games. This comes after Germany selected Munich as its Olympic candidate.
Germany shaken by espionage and treason allegations
The former head of Germany's foreign intelligence service, the BND, has been accused of spying for a foreign country. Never before has a German official of August Hanning's stature been accused of treason.
Paramount and Warner Bros merge into one Hollywood giant
Paramount has completed an $81 billion purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery, as its owner Skydance creates a new entertainment behemoth. Billionaire David Ellison's hostile takeover bid defeated rival efforts from Netflix.
