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Spanish pensioner who sparked housing protests has died
Maricarmen Abascal, the octogenarian woman whose eviction set off housing protests across Spain, has died, a tenant's union in Madrid has said.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey: Could the Mecca deal be a game changer against the Houthis in Yemen?
Pakistan and Turkey have agreed to provide "practical measures" to defend Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks. Could a new alliance reshape the war against the Houthis in Yemen?
Russia: WHO not able to ‘fully’ assess plague situation
The UN health agency said Russia should be more transparent about the case of the plague as reports of a second case of the disease emerged. Russia played down any concerns, saying the population faces no risk.
Gerhard Schröder visits latest Russian employer, Hyperglobus
Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder visited a Moscow supermarket in his new role on the supervisory board. Schröder is no stranger to retirement stipends in Russia — or the scandal that accompanies them.
German politicians warn of antisemitism on October 7 anniversary
Leading German politicians including Chancellor Merz and President Steinmeier called for people to reject antisemitism.
Transgressive, edgy DIY: What the 90s meant for British art
The 1990s are remembered for Britpop and provocative fashion, but beyond the nostalgia, it was a decade of cultural experimentation and social change. Tate Britain's new exhibition looks past the familiar icons.
Germany news: Merz rails against extremism, AfD sympathizers
Political extremism threatens Germany's existing social order, Chancellor Merz has said. The Transport Ministry has proposed a five-year plan to improve Germany's ailing railroad infrastructure. DW has more.
EU enlargement: European Commission tables reforms to prepare bloc for new members
The European Commission is proposing earlier access to EU markets for candidate countries, new voting rules to reduce vetoes and extra safeguards for a bigger bloc. But is the reform fair — or even feasible?
Why music in Iran is more than just entertainment
Iranian authorities are trying to persuade prominent singers in exile to return home. While the state seeks to harness music as a political tool, music has also become a powerful expression of dissent and resistance.
South Sudan's road to elections remains uncertain
South Sudan’s first general election is set for December 22. Insecurity, political tensions and the failure to begin voter registration have raised doubts over whether a credible poll can be held.
China’s Golden Week reveals cautious consumer spending despite travel surge
Chinese visitors are returning from trips after the 13-day Golden Week holiday. Their subdued spending has raised fresh questions about domestic demand in the world's second-largest economy.
German spy scandal threatens national security
The arrest of Germany's former intelligence chief August Hanning could undermine national security, experts warn, as allies may reconsider their intelligence relationships.
France suspends use of stun grenades against protesters
France suspended the use of stun grenades against protesters as allegations of student brutality draw more anger. French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said the country could not ignore students’ concerns.
Germany: Ex-spy chief sent to pretrial detention on treason charges
August Hanning has been remanded into pretrial detention after his Tuesday arrest. The case has prompted calls for transparency when spies leave the government.
Germany: Did CDU lawmakers support the far-right AfD?
Lawmakers of the center-right CDU may have voted for the far-right AfD candidate for parliamentary speaker in Saxony-Anhalt. Germany's Social Democrats warn of a "unique breach of taboos."
Nobel Prize in Chemistry goes to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai
Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking discoveries related to the origin of chirality and life’s building blocks.
Ronaldo stays on under cloud as Messi exits internationals
Just hours before Lionel Messi played his last match for Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo posted his latest salvo in a row with Portugal. Ronaldo wants to play on despite the troubles, while Messi bathed in adulation.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Germany’s far-right AfD makes history again in Saxony-Anhalt
For the first time since the end of World War II, a German state parliament has chosen parliamentary speaker from the far right: Tobias Rausch of the Alternative for Germany (AfD).
Nobel Literature Prize: How the winner is secretly chosen
Can Xue is considered one of this year's favorites; Margaret Atwood and Salman Rushdie are other strong contenders. But what goes on behind the scenes in the selection of the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Fact check: Misleading claims spark plague fears in Russia
The death of a lab worker at a plague research institute in Russia has sparked claims about a lab accident, hundreds of infections and international spread. Some of these viral narratives are misleading.
AI models keep hacking real systems during tests. Should you worry?
AI models have repeatedly broken into real commercial and government systems during safety tests during 2026. Cybersecurity researcher Thorsten Holz explains what that means, and why he isn't expecting a robot uprising.
Germany faces a triple threat from Russia, China and domestic far-right extremists
At a rare public hearing Germany's intelligence agencies identified Russia as the country's most dangerous adversary. The threat from China is also coming into focus. And the homegrown far right also poses a challenge.
Germany news: Far-right AfD gets first house speaker in a German state parliament
For the first time since World War II, a far-right party has a house speaker in a German state parliament. And Germany's foreign minister has warned that the climate crisis could fuel extremism. DW has more.
Merz, Macron seek tougher EU measures against unfair trade
Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz have written to Ursula von der Leyen, calling for tougher EU mechanisms against unfair trade practices by other states. They name no names but seem to have China or the US in mind.