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Russland Kursk 2025 | Russische Truppen erobern Sudscha zurück

Between propaganda and reality: Russians in Kursk speak up

PoliticsMay 4, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaking during a press conference in Kyiv

Zelenskyy dismisses Putin's 3-day truce offer as theatrics

ConflictsMay 4, 2025

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May 4, 2025

US appeals court blocks ruling returning VOA staff to work

May 4, 2025

UK police arrest five men for 'terrorism offenses'

May 4, 2025

Lady Gaga fans flock to Copacabana for free concert

May 3, 2025

Mexican president says she rejected Trump troops offer

May 3, 2025

Warren Buffett to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway

May 3, 2025

Gabon ex-junta chief Brice Oligui Nguema becomes president

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Africa

Mali: Junta continues to undermine democracy

In Mali, the junta is planning to extend its role for another five years at least.

PoliticsMay 3, 2025

Asia

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam delivers a speech during celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City

What is Vietnam's administrative 'revolution'?

New administrative reforms are set to slash government spending, including rooting out some public sector jobs.

PoliticsMay 3, 2025

Germany

Germany considers smartphone ban in schools

A high school in the North Rhine-Westphalia has already implemented a ban on smartphones.

SocietyMay 3, 2025

Europe

EU citizenship no longer for sale

The last "golden passport" program has been banned by the EU's highest court. But the story might not be over.

PoliticsMay 4, 2025

Middle East

This handout picture released by the Syrian Interior Ministry Facebook page shows Syria's security forces standing guard in a street in the mostly Druze and Christian Jaramana suburb of Damascus on April 29, 2025.

Latest deadly violence in Syria: What you need to know

It began with a blasphemous audio recording and ended with over 80 deaths and Israel bombing Syria again.

ConflictsMay 3, 2025

North America

US criticizes Germany for labeling AfD 'extremist'

The Trump administration has set off a diplomatic row by slamming the move to designate the AfD as an extremist group.

PoliticsMay 3, 2025

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Post-Nazi Germany - Road to Democracy

A special marking 80 years since the end of World War II. Did Germany truly manage a fresh start?

May 3, 202526:04 min

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Alternative for Germany (AfD)

Germany's far-right populist Alternative for Germany, or AfD, party has been labeled as an extremist entity. It is the second-largest party in Germany's parliament.

Germany updates: Politicians weigh in over calls to ban AfD

The classification of the far-right party as an extremist group fully has sparked calls for an all-out ban.

PoliticsMay 3, 2025

A view of AfD co-leader Alice Weidel raising her right hand during a party convention (file photo)

Who is Alice Weidel, co-leader of Germany's far-right AfD?

DW takes a closer look at Alice Weidel, the woman who's become the public face of Germany's far right.

PoliticsMay 2, 202502:28 min

Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla in front of microphones

AfD party labeled 'extremist' by German intelligence

Germany's domestic intelligence agency has designated the entire far-right AfD party an extremist organization.

PoliticsMay 2, 202502:10 min

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Commemorating the Victims and Documenting Nazi Crimes

Millions dead, cities destroyed. Where do we find traces of the victims and perpetrators of World War II?

CultureMay 4, 202509:09 min

Germany Berlin 1945 | Brandenburg Gate after the end of World War II

The Myth of the "Zero Hour"

After the Nazi defeat: was there really a "Zero Hour"? How did Nazis become democrats?

CultureMay 4, 202516:02 min

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Pakistan: How USAID cuts are harming maternal health care

As US funding dries up, Pakistan's overstretched maternal health system is teetering on the brink.

SocietyMay 3, 202506:13 min

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Fact check: No, these videos don't show fires in Israel

Wildfires and sandstorms in Israel fuel fake videos and false claims online — DW investigates two viral cases.

PoliticsMay 3, 2025

How Slow TV brings us closer to nature

A rushing river, a soaring bird, a rustle of leaves and … that’s about all. Slow TV is gaining popularity. But why?

Nature and EnvironmentMay 3, 2025

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Can Europe wean itself off US credit card firms?

As US card giants dominate European cashless payments, the ECB warns about the risks of such a dependence.

BusinessMay 3, 2025

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Met Gala: Of wild fashion and viral red carpet appearances

While Black dandyism is this year's theme, previous galas have seen Rihanna, Doja Cat and Kim Kardashian make waves.

LifestyleMay 2, 2025

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How this Kenyan is unscrambling Africa

Why Mutua Matheka is unscrambling Africa with just photography.

CultureMay 2, 202506:05 min

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The lively art scene of Dakar

Artist Alun Be takes you on a tour of Dakar, where high-tech meets ancient textile art.

ArtsMay 2, 202505:12 min

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Thrombosis: a silent danger, even in sport

The case of basketball superstar Victor Wembanyama shows that even competitive athletes are not immune to thrombosis.

SportsMay 2, 2025

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'Rust' in theaters four years after cinematographer's death

Halyna Hutchins died when actor Alec Baldwin fired a loaded prop gun. Now the film is reaching audiences.

FilmMay 2, 2025

Smiling, South African chef Siba Mtongana holds up a copy of her book "Welcome to my Table"

Meet one of South Africa's culinary stars

Siba Mtongana, a South African chef, has turned local cuisine into a fine dining experience, earning global recognition.

CultureMay 1, 202502:11 min

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