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85% Greenlanders oppose joining the US — poll

US judge temporarily blocks Trump's freeze on federal aid

Italy's Meloni probed over release of alleged Libyan warlord

Israel to cease all contact with UNRWA aid agency

France's Louvre museum to receive major overhaul

South Korea: Airplane catches fire at Busan airport

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Africa

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DR Congo: What you need to know about the conflict

The volatile situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo has a long history. Here's what you need to know.

Asia

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Panama Canal: What's at stake for China amid US threats?

US President Trump vowed to "take back" control of the Panama Canal. Could his tough talk create an opening for Beijing?

Germany

German economy in crisis: What can the next government do?

Two years into economic recession, German businesses are demanding an overhaul of economic policy after February's vote.

Europe

Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic looks grave as he announces his resignation to the press. He is standing in front of a large Serbian flag and a blue backdrop

Serbia protests: What next after prime minister resigns

The resignation of Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic is unlikely to quell the massive protests of recent weeks.

Middle East

Fighters loyal to Yemen's Huthi group attend a military parade in Sanaa. Several men stand in a row, one has his fist raised, several carry weapons, including what appears to be a grenade thrower.

Yemen: Increased repression halts humanitarian aid

The Houthis kidnapped U.N. personnel, which halted U.N. support for the highly dependent population. What can be done?

North America

Gulf of America: How Google handles controversial geography

Tech giant Google says it will update its maps service to reflect official name changes pushed through by Donald Trump.

Latin America

Poster of the film 'Emilia Perez': A collage of three women, one looking directly into the camera, and two others standing next to her sideways in dance poses.

Why Mexicans find 'Emilia Perez' disrespectful

The musical thriller about a drug lord who starts a new life as a woman could win many Oscars. Why do Mexicans hate it?

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Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence is the study of how to make computers and machines perform tasks that human beings are better at — for now.

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German election 2025

Germany's president has announced the dissolution of the lower house of parliament. The move paves the way for an early election on February 23, after Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a confidence vote in December.

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Germany's relations with Russia, the US loom over elections

Pro-Russian, anti-American parties could win a quarter of the votes in Germany's upcoming elections.

The leader of Germany's conservative Christian Democrat's, Friedrich Merz, speaks and gestures in parliament as German Chancellor Olaf Scholz (Social Democrats) and Robert Habeck (Greens) look on.

German parliament to debate proposal to curb immigration

A controversial proposal to curb irregular immigration could become a turning point in German politics.

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How immigrant voters could determine the German election

More than 7 million eligible voters in Germany have an immigration background. Many have lost faith in leading parties.

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Return to Syria: Coming home after 10 years in exile

A DW journalist from Syria shares her experience of returning to Damascus after the end of the civil war.

Soldiers of the Armed forces of the Democratic republic of Congo (FARDC) ride on top of a tank as they advance towards Sake, 25km north west of Goma, on January 23, 2025.

Congo conflict: Who are the M23 rebels behind rising unrest?

The M23 rebels have been active in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo since 2012. What fuels their ongoing conflict?

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Gaza: Palestinians returning north feel both joy and pain

Many are returning to nothing but rubble, some will have to bury dead relatives.

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Auschwitz survivors speak at 80th anniversary of liberation

Victims were commemorated and survivors addressed the public, bearing witness to the horror they experienced.

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Why is China's DeepSeek sending AI stocks spinning?

Tech stocks plunged on Monday after China's DeepSeek reported an AI breakthrough.

Ozempic, Wegovy may help mental health, substance disorders

The drugs may lower risk of substance abuse and cognitive issues. But the observational analysis needs clinical testing.

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Sparking into the New Year: A dancer handles red-hot metal at a celebration to mark the upcoming New Year in China.

China welcomes the Year of the Snake

It is the country's most important holiday: From January 29, Chinese people celebrate the New Year.

2025, Year of the Snake: Serpents in culture and mythology

The reptile is revered or feared across global cultures. Famous snake babies include Taylor Swift and J.K. Rowling.

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'Mobilier National' in Paris preserves historic furniture

Emmanuel Penicault runs a very special institution in France: the "Mobilier national."

A person in a demon costume stands in a rain of fireworks sparks in Barcelona

Correfoc: Catalonia's devilish fire celebration

Swirling sparks and fire-breathing devils: All hell breaks loose at the traditional fire runs in Catalonia, Spain.

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Algae key to food security, haute cuisine

Algae, a superfood, could play a key role in global food security. It's also becoming popular in Chile's haute cuisine.

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Popular Turkish TV series a mix of commentary, propaganda

A global export hit, Turkish television series spread ideological values. Some also contain hidden social commentary.

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