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Will German conservative Merz demolish far-right 'firewall'?

At hurricane site, Trump considers axing disaster agency

Pakistan: Journalists slam new law regulating social media

Serbia: Thousands protest over Nov Sad station collapse

Julian Nagelsmann extends Germany contract

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Middle East updates: Hamas names Israeli hostages to release

Hamas has released the names of the four hostages to be released on Saturday as part of the ceasefire deal with Israel.

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Africa

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Mozambican opposition leader says fight is 'far from over'

In an exclusive interview with DW, opposition leader Mondlane criticizes the government's refusal to engage in dialogue.

Asia

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As vaccination falters, polio back in Afghanistan, Pakistan

Wild poliovirus was almost eradicated from the world two years ago, but cases are rising in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Germany

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German Jews face AfD, antisemitism 80 years after Holocaust

The prospect of the nationalist AfD party doing well in February's general election adds to a feeling of unease.

Europe

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Greece presidential election: Signs of a conservative swing?

Three men and one woman are running to become the next president of Greece — but only one has a real chance of winning.

Middle East

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European Union mulls easing Syria sanctions — with a catch

Airlines, oil and gas technology, vehicle exports and banking may be the first sectors to see EU sanctions eased.

North America

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How will Trump's return to US presidency affect sports?

Donald Trump's second term comes the United States prepares to host the World Cup and Olympics.

Latin America

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Why Brazil's currency depreciation is back to haunt Lula

Down by over 20%, the Brazilian real received the ignominious title of worst-performing major currency in 2024.

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US President Donald Trump

Donald Trump has become the 47th US president after being sworn in on January 20, 2025.

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US updates: Judge halts Trump bid to change citizenship law

Meanwhile, the US president has said he would "rather not" use tariffs against China.

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Mexiko Tijuana 2025 | Asylsuchende warten auf US-Einreisetermine trotz Trumps Grenznotstand

Migrants in limbo after Trump's executive orders

US President Trump has signed a series of executive orders designed to crack down on migration.

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Does US exit spell the end for global tax reform deal?

Will a lack of US support doom the OECD's global tax deal? Donald Trump and the Republicans are hoping so.

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Uganda's government weaponizes law against opposition

Several dissidents, including the opposition leader and his lawyer, have been arrested for criticizing the government.

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Kashmir's educators brave harsh weather to teach children

In parts of Indian-administered Kashmir, educating children is no easy task due to seasonal migration.

People take part in a protest against the Polish government's decision to grant Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu safe conduct were he to attend the event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Two people hold up a large cardboard sign that reads 'I'm ashamed of a government that protects war criminals.' A man beside them is speaking into a microphone. Warsaw, Poland, January, 10, 2025

Auschwitz: Poland divided on pledge not to arrest Netanyahu

Poland's pledge not to arrest Israel's Netanyahu if he attended the Auschwitz memorial sparked heated debate in Poland.

A Palestinian woman wearing a headscarf and carrying a plastic bag walks through armoured vehicles with the Israeli flag flying from one of them.

Israel presses ahead with West Bank operation

Palestinian authorities have said the raid was part of an Israeli plan aimed at "annexing the occupied West Bank."

New antibodies could help win fight against malaria

Scientists have discovered new potent anti-malarial antibodies. Could they help eliminate malaria?

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NATO remains backbone of European security: Pistorius

DW spoke with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius in Lithuania, where a Bundeswehr brigade will be stationed.

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Australians flock to smelly opening of 'misshaped penis'

Thousands waited patiently in Sydney to see a giant flower that smells like rotting fish and unwashed feet.

A view of a chocolate pasty created by chef Nina Metayer

How Nina Metayer became the world's best pastry chef

Nina Metayer, one of the few women in the pastry industry, is known for delicate, refined and detail-oriented treats.

Comedian Zahir Elias eats the Malawian street food Grilled swallows on a spit

Swallows, grasshoppers, mice on the menu in Malawi

Are you brave enough to taste these traditional Malawian foods?

Artist and designer Lesego Seoketsa in her studio, painting.

How maternal heritage inspires this South African artist

The work of emerging South African artist Lesego Seoketsa highlights the lives of Black women in the post-apartheid era.

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Kenya's public buses show off colorful matatu culture

Music, mood lighting and eye-catching graffiti turn the daily bus ride into an immersive experience.

Europe's steepest cable car opens in Switzerland

The record-breaking cable car climbs some 800 meters in just four minutes.

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