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New Delhi's police have asked people to vacate the Jantar Mantar site where Wangchuk, students and supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party have been camping in protest of the education minister.
US health officials linked iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell to an outbreak of the parasite cyclospora, which causes “explosive” diarrhea. Health officials warn that the contamination may go beyond the fast-food chain.
Palestinian health and civil defense officials said at least eight people were killed while attending a funeral. Israel's military said it had struck a "terrorist cell" from the Islamic Jihad militant group.
More than 5,100 people in Germany died from heat-related causes this year until the end of June, the Robert Koch Institute reports. But how can researchers prove that someone died because of soaring temperatures?
Trump has blamed Canada for the wildfires and their impact on the US, threatening extra tariffs on the US neighbor. FIFA World Cup organizers are "monitoring closely" the smoky conditions.
Parliament has adjusted imperial succession laws in the country, seeking to ensure the royal line endures, but maintained the bar on women emperors. A popular princess, Aiko, would be next in line if sex was no issue.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ramped up his criticism of the International Criminal Court in The Hague. His gloves-off approach could have far-reaching consequences for the tribunal.
Sir Garfield Sobers, considered one of the game's greatest all-rounders, has died aged 89. The International Cricket Council said he was one of the "greatest cricketers to have ever graced the game."
A school bus in Uganda has crashed during its return to Kampala from a trip to the Sipi Falls. The government has temporarily halted all school trips in response, as families mourn at least 20 dead children and an adult.
Whether fast-spreading cholera in Sudan and Yemen or the Ebola virus in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), outbreaks of disease tend to be especially deadly when they take hold amid armed conflict.
Germany is expected to soon take part in a nuclear drill with France, Germany's Merz said after meeting France's Macron. It comes as Franco-German ties face an unclear future as French elections loom.
Former Health Minister Jens Spahn of the conservative CDU, who opposed legalizing surrogacy in Germany, has become a father with the help of a surrogate mother in the US.
Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron did everything they could this week to demonstrate a close partnership. This is likely because both fear that the next French president could be nationalist Marine Le Pen.
From flood-resistant infrastructure to new ways of securing drinking water, cities are adapting to the growing climate pressures of a hotter, drier world. Plus, tourists pitching in to help sea turtles.
As voters head to the polls, Sao Tome and Principe is attracting international scrutiny. A military agreement with Russia has heightened interest in the strategically located archipelago.
The ruling center-left Labour Party has selected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister.
Russia carried out deadly strikes across Ukraine overnight that hit residential areas, while Ukraine said drone strikes in the Black Sea hit 12 Russian vessels.
Andy Burnham was confirmed as Keir Starmer's successor as British prime minister. The former Manchester mayor became a leading figure in the Labour Party and one of the UK's most popular politicians.
From northwest England to the global stage: Andy Burnham becomes Britain's new prime minister on Monday. How will the former mayor of Manchester tackle international affairs?
Wildfires are raging across Europe, Canada and beyond. To successfully fight these fires, speed is essential.
Oil and gas producers in the Gulf are seeking alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz as traffic again comes under fire. But is Iran also turning its attention to the pipelines meant to bypass the waterway?
The Bundesliga has a new home on American screens after Germany's top football league left ESPN. The new deal is a sign of the times.
Hundreds protested the arrival of billionaire and Trump-appointed US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta in Venice. The ambassador's stop — on his personal yacht — is part of a tour marking 250 years of American independence.
An Iranian general warned no border will be safe if the US strikes continue past the next few days. Meanwhile, the US rejected Tehran's claims that two oil tankers exploded near the Strait of Hormuz.
Xi Jinping marked his first in-person attendance at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, where Xi shared China's vision of AI diplomacy to challenge US dominance in the sector.
Donald Trump announced the declassification of intelligence reports alleging Chinese interference in US elections. He claims Beijing obtained 220 million US voter records, calling it a major threat to democracy.
The US launched a sixth night of strikes on Iran. Tehran has reportedly told Yemen's Houthis to be ready to disrupt Red Sea shipping if Iranian power infrastructure is targeted.
US Central Command said that a new wave of strikes was launched on Iran. It follows retaliatory strikes from Iran on sites in Jordan and Gulf states.
Heat waves are becoming longer, hotter and more frequent. Record temperatures have left many tenants struggling.
Wealthy Gulf states are investing billions in African countries. But the nations involved all have different objectives.
Viral posts claim that a drug widely used to lower cholesterol is contributing to a dementia epidemic. DW Fact Check examined the scientific evidence.
The collapse of the Morandi bridge in Genoa in 2018 killed 43. The court found the former Italian highway CEO guilty of neglecting maintenance despite prior warnings and sentenced him to 12 years in prison.
A woman suspected of plotting to assassinate a Ukrainian-Cypriot businessman in Monaco has been found dead in Ukraine. Two men with ties to Ukraine's intelligence services have now been brought into custody.
Thousands of Indian nurses aspire to work in the US, navigating yearslong visa backlogs to fill a growing healthcare workforce shortage.
The German government has expanded the powers of its federal police, especially in the use of surveillance, AI, and drone defenses. But experts warn of constitutional challenges.
Far-right provocateur Marla Svenja Liebich was transferred to a men's prison after being extradited from the Czech Republic. Authorities say the decision took into account the safety of prisoners at a women's facility.
A fire at an orphanage in the province of Algiers has killed 11 people and injured 19 more, authorities said. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune expressed his condolences amid his trip to Berlin.
The EU's top court has backed a Spanish law giving amnesty to Catalan separatists over the independence referendum. The deal let Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stay in office in 2023 and prompted major opposition protests.
Germany's upper house of parliament, the Bundesrat, has introduced a bill seeking to ban the questioning of Israel's right to exist. It is now up to the lower house to decide whether to turn it into law.
The emissions trading system became a global blueprint for pricing carbon and cutting CO2. Now industry groups are pushing back against tougher climate rules.
Calls for revenge over the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are growing louder in Iran. Through increasingly harsh rhetoric, the leadership is seeking to mobilize supporters at home while warning opponents abroad.
The US will impose a 25% tariff on most imports from Brazil starting later this month. It's the first action in the Trump administration's new tariff strategy, after the Supreme Court struck down its prior impositions.
It is President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's second Cabinet shakeup in a year. He faces criticism for dismissing reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Europe trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it catch up.
Predictions suggest the price of the precious metal will keep hitting new record highs as investors seek a safe bet in turbulent times. Some forecasts say prices could double within five years.
Many endangered species now live in the area that once formed the border between East and West Germany. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider recently visited the "Green Belt," and DW went along for the ride.
Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. But now two Germans are vying for FIDE's top job.
Five booksellers have been arrested in Hong Kong over the sale of allegedly "seditious" publications. Two bookstores have become the latest target in a continued crackdown on independent bookshops
The United States has launched fresh strikes on Iranian missile and coastal defense sites after reinstating a naval blockade. Iran responded by warning it could disrupt more regional energy exports.
The Trump administration has replaced panels at a Philadelphia memorial about people enslaved by George Washington. Critics argue that the new exhibit presents a sanitized view of US history.
The lower house of France's parliament adopted bill for assisted dying. But the the government bypassed the right-wing dominated Senate and the law will instead go to the highest constitutional court for final approval.
Germany's chancellor has insisted that his coalition has "regained its footing" — despite dismal poll numbers. Friedrich Merz also cautioned against voting for the far-right AFD party.
Kenya's small Rastafarian community was seeking permission to smoke marijuana under the constitutional right to freedom of religion. The judge found that they did not show it to be a necessary part of their worship.
The Bishnoi case shows how India-based transnational organized crime networks have evolved into a global law enforcement concern.
Reports that Israel explored a scenario to effect regime change involving former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad reveal how the Iran war has also become a struggle over narratives and perception.
Violent disruptions of political and civic events are raising concerns about the use of hired gangs as Kenya heads toward elections in 2027.
In July 1938, a conference was held in Evian, France, to address the issue of Jews being persecuted by the Nazis in Germany and Austria. Almost nobody in the world was willing to take them in as refugees.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says changes to health and labor laws show that his coalition is making progress. Meanwhile, arrests were made after police carry out drug raids in western Germany and the Netherlands.
Ukraine and the EU have agreed on a drone deal combining Kyiv’s know-how with the bloc's scale-up power. Meanwhile, Russian attacks caused more fatalities in Odesa as Moscow increasingly targets the port.
From the Falkland Islands to Diego Maradona and David Beckham, there is so much history between the two 2026 World Cup semifinalists.
A search-and-rescue operation is underway after the three-deck pontoon vessel sank off the famous prison island, which is now a tourist destination.
More frequent weather extremes are leading to water shortages during droughts and flooding during heavy rain. But groundwater storage can help secure water for dry seasons while mitigating extreme rain.
Indonesia, one of Asia's biggest economies, risks losing its emerging-market status as President Prabowo Subianto's spending plans rattle investors. Will the man who promised to deliver 8% growth rein in his ambitions?
Hamas is planning to transfer control of Gaza's civilian administration to Palestinian technocrats as part of the fragile US ceasefire. How is that affecting the daily lives of people living in Gaza?
The free trade agreement allows zero-duty market access for nearly 99% of India's exports to the UK. Meanwhile, US senators have proposed a new bill to impose 100% tariffs on India for buying oil from Russia.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has resigned, prompting a Cabinet reshuffle led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. What comes next?
Should the past be confronted — or avoided? Why the Wagner festival's handling of its Nazi-era legacy remains a contentious issue in its 150th anniversary year.
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow the government of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The consequences of the failed coup continue to shape Turkey to this day.
In retaliation for Khamenei's death, the Tehran daily listed 13 world leaders, including Merz, as targets. German politicians voiced concern.
As the end of border controls took effect, the old chain-link fence between Spain and Gibraltar was taken down. This historic decision allows for greater freedom of movement for people and goods.
President Donald Trump said Washington held talks with Iran and urged Tehran to make a deal. He warned that US strikes will escalate and target key infrastructure unless negotiations produce results.
Ten years ago, parts of the Turkish military attempted to overthrow the government of President Erdogan. The consequences of the failed coup continue to shape Turkey to this day.
The planned US withdrawal is linked to the disarmament of influential Iran-backed militias in Iraq.
A major Iranian newspaper has published a threat of "retaliation" against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Politicians have expressed concern, and the German government has issued a cautious response.
The Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton surpassed its pre-sale estimate and set a new auction record for a dinosaur fossil.
When Donald Trump meets Iraq's new PM today, they are likely to discuss disarming Iran's allies in Iraq. Some have already pledged to give up their guns.
The outbreak, which has infected almost 2,000 people and killed more than 700, could be at least two to four times larger than official figures, the UN health agency warned. The current outbreak is in the DRC and Uganda.
It comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy moves to reshuffle the cabinet as Ukraine was "changing its political strategy."
The US military said the strikes were "to continue degrading Iranian capabilities." Iran meanwhile has said the US renewed blockade "dismantles" the truce deal.
Weapons and military equipment produced in South Korea are sought-after due to their reliability, speedy delivery times and relatively low prices. Global demand for weapons has surged after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The withdrawal of US troops from Nigeria after the killing of an "Islamic State" leader may be less about leaving Africa than redefining how Washington fights terrorism on the continent.
Chronic illnesses, heart disease, obesity ― we know eating too much of the wrong foods can be unhealthy. But what about "good" foods: Is modern farming diluting micronutrients in our fruit and vegetables?
Ukraine said it struck tankers and cargo vessels in the Sea of Azov, in the latest strikes on Russian commercial shipping. Moscow's Agriculture Ministry said "alternative shipping routes" are being sought.
The celebrations featured troops and warplanes from around Europe in a show of support for Ukraine, as it fends off Russia's ongoing invasion. It was Emmanuel Macron's last Bastille Day as France's president.
The number of people applying for conscientious objection to military service has risen sharply and there were around 5,100 heat-related deaths recorded in June alone.
Firefighters are attempting to tackle a major fire burning since Sunday in the much-visited Fontainebleau forest, near France's capital Paris. Two people have been arrested for suspected arson.
New walls, redesigned bridges and restored floodplains: Towns in a small German valley are testing how they can survive the next extreme flood.
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuks has been fasting in protest of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan since over two weeks. As his health deteriorates, the pressure piles up on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
As Bangkok kicks-off an investigation into a fire in a bar last Sunday, three people among the wounded have died. The number of deaths from the blaze now stand at 30.
Critics fear the reforms could weaken government transparency by curbing civil society's access to official information and limiting requests from foreigners.
The states have filed a lawsuit arguing that a merger of Hollywood giant studios Paramount and Warner would "extinguish competition" and increase consumer prices.
The US has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes on Iran. Donald Trump says Washington is reinstating a naval blockade and warns Tehran will be “hit hard” as tensions continue to escalate.
The Hungarian parliament continued its attempts to leave the Viktor Orban era behind the country by moving to oust President Tamas Sulyok.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were involved in a fatal shooting in Biddeford, according to Maine's House speaker. It comes days after ICE allegedly shot a man in Texas during a traffic stop.
The conference in Brussels was attended by Palestinian representatives. The EU's top diplomat said the bloc's support depends on reforms in the Palestinian Authority.
The German government wants to amend the Freedom of Information Act. Critics fear the changes will water down the government's obligation to disclose information.
President Donald Trump says the US will restart its naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting Iranian ships and those doing business with Iran.
South Korea has voiced concern that its neighbor's actions along the demilitarized zone between the two countries may be in breach of the 1953 armistice agreement.
Repeated ceasefire violations, contradictory political signals and ongoing emergency measures have fueled exhaustion, anger and deep uncertainty among many Iranians.
The fallout from Folarin Balogun's red card reversal continues as reports suggest the chairman of FIFA’s disciplinary committee made the decision unilaterally. Meanwhile, the World Cup could be set to expand once more.
Is Kenya Africa's next major energy hub? A plan from Dangote Industries to build a massive refinery off the country's coast could reshape fuel supply, trade and economic growth across East Africa.
An expert panel has recommended limiting access to social media for young children across the EU. The European Commission is expected to present a proposal for legislation on the issue in the coming months.
The German chancellor says the EU cannot win against a competitor that artificially manipulates its currency. Meanwhile, another US national suffering from Ebola has landed in Germany for treatment.
Ukraine and nine European countries launched a coalition to protect Europe from ballistic missiles, drawing on Kyiv’s wartime experience.
The man and his former partner are accused of holding two Yazidi girls captive for years while subjecting them to forced labor, abuse and torture before handing them over to other IS members.
After US strikes on Iran, Iran has targeted US allies in the Middle East. Even if Iran isn't targeting the governments or populations of its neighbors, Gulf countries have much to lose as fighting escalates.
The remains of the Indian tourists killed in the speedboat accident in Vietnam are set to arrive in Mumbai. Meanwhile, the top court heard a plea on a court-monitored probe into alleged the Ram Mandir donation fraud.
EU ministers have approved a set of reforms giving more rights to air travelers. Among other things, compensation claims are to be made easier.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill achieved international fame playing Dr. Alan Grant in the 1993 film Jurassic Park.
The Salton Sea is drying up, worsening air pollution for nearby communities. Officials are racing to contain it, but for some families, it's already too late.
With tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling. Oberhausen is particularly deep in the red.
At least 27 people were killed in a fire at a bar in the Thai capital, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told local media.
The US army said the strikes near the vital waterway were intended to "degrade" Tehran's ability to attack commercial ships. Iran has retaliated by targeting US allies in the region.
As the official death toll from the devastating earthquakes which struck northern Venezuela last month continues to rise, authorities are planning to set up temporary housing to shelter thousands of people left homeless.
Jannik Sinner retained his Wimbledon title by beating Alexander Zverev in Sunday's men's final. The Italian claims his fifth Grand Slam crown and extends his dominance over the German to 10 straight victories.
Police said they found a "military-grade weapon" during the search of a suspicious car parked in a Paris neighborhood with a large Jewish population.
Ukraine's president announced a government shake up, with PM Yuliia Svyrydenko stepping down after a year in office.
There are many obstacles as EU governments seek to reduce their dependence on the US. DW looks at the European Unions's attempts to develop counterparts to Patriot and Tomahawk missiles, F-35 jets, and Starlink internet.
With tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling to make ends meet. One city that is particularly deep in the red is Oberhausen.
A man who murdered a woman at Neuschwanstein Castle says he fears execution in the US. Germany has been hit by another heat wave, though no records are likely to be broken this time, forecasters say.