Bavarian politician Hubert Aiwanger found dead in Berlin hotel
Aiwanger was Bavaria's Economy Minister and the chairman of the right-wing populist Free Voters Party. The circumstances surrounding his death are still unclear.
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Winners, losers, the EU: Five takeaways from the US midterms
Donald Trump's Republicans suffered a crushing defeat in Tuesday's midterm elections, with the Democrats wresting control of Congress. What does this mean for US politics and the world?
36 years later: Hungary opens Communist-era secret service files
Decades after the end of Soviet rule, Hungary is releasing all its secret service files. The disclosure is sparking fresh debate about informants, guilt and responsibility.
Fact check: Examining viral narratives after the US midterm elections
As Democrats celebrate major gains, false claims about election fraud have spread. Viral posts alleging illegal voting and election rigging are intended to fuel doubt about the integrity of the vote. DW checks the facts.
French blood banks targeted by refrigerator cyberattack
A cyberattack had attempted to destroy blood plasma by raising the temperatures in cold storage facilities past the boiling point.
The 2011 discovery of neo-Nazi killers aired biases in German policing
Many questions still surround the National Socialist Underground whose existence was revealed by neo-Nazi terrorist Beate Zschäpe on November 4, 2011. How has German society reacted to NSU crimes? Has justice been done?
Kosovo: Outrage as authorities accused of not helping femicide victim
Despite reporting her husband to the police and pleading for protection, Arlinda Zekaj was brutally murdered. Now, thousands in Kosovo are protesting what they say is a dramatic failure of state institutions.
Gold for Palestine: Meet junior karate champ Mariam Bsharat
The occupied West Bank is not an obvious breeding ground for sporting success. But Mariam Bsharat, 17, has beaten the odds to become a karate world champion and is making a new life in Germany.
Africa's shifting role in the global drug trade
Recent discoveries of meth labs suggest parts of Africa are moving beyond drug transit and becoming sites of synthetic drug production.
Harry Potter films turns 25 ahead of new TV series' release
In 2001, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" hit cinemas and took the world by storm. Today, anticipation for the new series is high, but its creator, J.K. Rowling, remains a controversial figure.
What the Democrats' midterms win means for the US economy and Trump
From high oil prices and data centers to tariffs and mounting debt, economic concerns played a key role in the crushing defeat of President Donald Trump's Republicans. So can the Democrats now make a difference?
EU says Montenegro on track to become bloc's next member state by 2028
Brussels says Montenegro is likely to become the EU's 28th member state, followed by Albania and Moldova. It said Ukraine needed to speed up reforms and offered fresh hope to Serbia following elections last month.
Leading ice hockey nations, sponsors oppose Russia's return
Ice hockey's governing body says the impact of a court decision forcing it to reinstate Russia presents "significant practical and sporting challenges." Several leading nations say they won't play against Russian teams.
Germany news: Commerce chief calls for stable US trade relations after midterms, warning that uncertainty over Trump's tariff policies remains
German business is pinning its hopes on greater stability in US trade relations after a midterm blow for Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Germany's automakers appear to be feeling less gloomy than in recent years. DW has more.
Indonesia deploys troops to Jakarta after wiretapping allegations
Indonesian troops are being stationed in Jakarta amid wiretapping allegations implicating the president's chief of staff. Suspects are being accused of illegally tapping the president's phones.
Hungary opens communist-era secret police files identifying informants
The archives name thousands of former informants who spied on citizens for the state security services during decades of one-party rule. The prime minister said "many families will now face difficult information."
Wawira Njiru, Kenya's school feeder and German Africa Prize recipient
From a small fundraiser to a major enterprise, Wawira Njiru's Kenyan school feeding scheme has been more successful than she ever thought possible. She's now being awarded the German Africa Prize.
BMW reports lower Q3 earnings as China woes mount
BMW reports a drop in profits in the July to September quarter amid fierce competition from China.
Germany's celebrated children's author Janosch has died
Bear, Tiger and Tiger-Duck: The author and illustrator Janosch achieved world fame with his heartwarming children's figures. He died at the age of 95.
South Africans vote in local elections in test for ANC
Failing public services, corruption and high crime rates have led to growing frustration among South African voters. That could lead to further losses for the ANC.
India news: Election body opens door for voter reinclusion
The Indian poll body said no action will be taken against deleted voters for using Form 6 for re-enrolment in voter rolls. Follow DW for more.
From rotten food to political opponents: Researchers explore how disgust relates to our beliefs, and why the connection is complicated
Some studies have linked disgust sensitivity to socially conservative attitudes. But does disgust shape our politics, or do our beliefs shape what we find disgusting?
US midterm election results: Democrats flip House and Senate. Here's what else the data tell us
Though vote counts are still ongoing, Democrats have won clear majorities in both the US House and Senate. DW takes a look at who voted Republican, who voted Democrat, and what it all means.
US to cut nearly $4 billion in Israel military aid, Trump says
President Donald Trump said that the United States would still sell weapons to Israel. He added that Democratic candidates were using US military support for Israel against Republicans in the midterm elections.
Spain transport minister offers resignation in wake of train accident
After two deadly train crashes this year, Spanish Transport Minister Oscar Puente has said he will step down.
Greenland's parliament ratifies Trump's US security agreement
The US is set to expand its military footprint on the Arctic island, part of the Kingdom of Denmark. It follows pressure from Donald Trump earlier in the year which opened a major rift in the transatlantic alliance.
UK's King Charles III decries 'monstrous injustice' of slave trade
King Charles has told leaders at a Commonwealth summit that the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade "fills my heart with horror." He did not address calls for apologies and reparations.
Why South Africa's local elections matter
South Africans head to the polls on Wednesday amid water shortages, frustration with local services and questions over whether the ANC's support will keep falling.
China and India achieved diplomatic thaw. Now the border is flaring up
Indian authorities have confirmed a new border "face-off" between Indian and Chinese troops in Arunachal Pradesh, raising questions about the still fragile thaw in relations between New Delhi and Beijing.
How Berlin's Arab queers are building their community
As the co-founder of the ADIRA Drag Festival, Lebanese performance artist, drag performer, DJ and cultural organizer Hassandra has become an essential part of Berlin's queer artistic landscape.
Cyprus: From ties with Russia to a strategic alignment with the US
The Republic of Cyprus long balanced ties between Russia and the West. Now, it is phasing out Russian weapons, expanding defense cooperation with the United States and redefining its place in the Eastern Mediterranean.
What US midterm elections mean for Ukraine, Iran and elsewhere
Donald Trump's Republicans will no longer control the US Congress after the Democrats flipped both chambers in the midterm elections. The outcome could impact conflicts in Europe and the Middle East.
Yemen: Houthi clashes near Taiz leave residents in a 'state of panic'
Fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces has intensified around the city of Taiz. Residents face growing shortages of food, water and medical supplies as thousands flee their homes.
Multiple flights to European airports targeted by bomb threats
The bomb threats involved two passenger planes bound for Warsaw, a Ryanair flight from London to Spain, two flights to Rome and a flight traveling from Israel to the Bulgarian capital, Sofia. No explosives were found.
Can US midterm election really change Trump's Iran policy?
The US midterms are at hand, but their impact on the Iran war remains far from clear. Analysts say the Washington political elite may not be as divided on Iran as it appears.
Football: Spanish player dies on after cardiac arrest on the pitch
Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel has died following a collision with the opposing goalkeeper. The Spanish second-division club has said it is "heartbroken" by the loss.
Asian Cup postponed due to Middle East conflict
The Asian Cup has become the latest sporting event to be affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Organizers cite "exceptional circumstances" in Saudi Arabia, which has seen several Houthi attacks of late.
Could the AI boom make borrowing more expensive in Europe?
France, Germany and Italy face a volatile bond market as war inflation bites. With US tech giants now issuing billions in AI bonds, they are competing with cash-strapped European governments.
US midterms: 'Largely true' Iran war led to loss, Trump says
The US president still insisted he "had to do" the controversial war, after his Vice President Vance also blamed it for the Republican loss. The Democrats now control both the US House and Senate. Follow live.
Ukraine war: Merz doubts Russia is serious about a truce
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin. Both leaders said the EU needs to be included in peace talks with Russia. Merz also expressed doubts that Russia is serious about seeking a truce.
Germany news: Ukraine in focus at Berlin Security Conference
A security conference in the German capital is addressing defending Europe against threats from Russia. Meanwhile, Germany's justice minister wants to raise penalties for sexual offenses. DW has more.
India news: Cyclone Murasu wreaks havoc after landfall
Cyclone Murasu made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, leaving a trail of destruction. Weather agencies have warned of heavy rainfall in the next 12 hours. Follow DW for more.
North Korea denies role in record Binance hack, calls US charge 'provocation'
Kim Yo Jong dismissed FBI claims that North Korean hackers stole more than $6 billion from Binance, as the exchange began reopening withdrawals on more networks.
US: Trump labels Democrats 'dangerous' ahead of midterms
US President Donald Trump said the Democrats nominated "the most extreme and dangerous" candidates in US history in the midterms. He also lowered expectations by saying a sitting president "doesn't win" the midterms.
US to drop South Africa, Rwanda from duty-free trade initiative
The Trump administration has said South Africa and Rwanda are breaking the rules of the AGOA free trade initiative, a centerpiece of US economic engagement with sub-Saharan Africa.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to block 20,000 California ballots
The Trump administration had appealed to the Supreme Court over claims that a list of more than 20,000 ballots in California include non-US citizens.
France: Petition to ban TV channel gets 500,000 signatures
Support for the petition has surged since last month's shooting of a Black man by a reported avid viewer of CNews. Critics say the channel, often compared to Fox News, is a platform for anti-immigrant sentiments.
Ice hockey officials considering options after CAS order to reinstate Russia
Ice hockey's ruling body is deciding how to respond to a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that allows Russia back into international competition. Germany hasn't ruled out pulling out as a tournament host.
What might Trump have planned for Iran following the midterm election?
While the US midterms could open a window for diplomacy with Iran, they could also unleash a new military escalation. DW spoke with analysts to identify eight factors that could tip the balance toward war or peace.
European supermarkets targeted in second reported cyberattack
Supermarkets across Europe have been targeted in cyberattacks once again. Three weeks after a defrosting attack in France, supermarkets in Belgium, Estonia, Ireland, Luxembourg and Sweden reported freezer malfunctions.
LA communities kick out Big Oil
After years of advocacy from residents and legal battles with Big Oil, Los Angeles voted to ban drilling and phase out oil extraction in the city. It's the first city in the United States to kick the oil industry out.
Germany's chancellor called for Korean unity. Does Seoul want that?
Germany, like Korea, was once divided by rival political systems and by one of the world's most fortified borders. Chancellor Merz called for a reunified Korea during his recent visit — but the prospect seems faint.
Global pedestrian Karl Bushby returns home to UK after 28-year trek
Karl Bushby, a British man who traveled 50,000 km without transport over the past 28 years, has come home. Starting in Chile, he crossed the Americas, Russia and parts of Central Asia and Europe — almost all on foot.
Uganda begins withdrawing troops from Somalia after two decades
Ugandan troops first deployed to Somalia in 2007 as part of an international military coalition to battle Islamic insurgents. But the mission has faced mounting pressure since a US decision to withdraw funding.
How Iliana Yotova won the presidential election in Bulgaria
Iliana Yotova won the presidential election in Bulgaria, promising to be a "president of peace." But the campaign showed how divided Bulgarians are about the war in Ukraine and drone attacks in the Black Sea.
Will renewed conflict derail Ethiopia's economic growth?
Ethiopia's economy is growing strongly. But renewed fighting in the north of the BRICS member state could deter investment, strain public finances and push up the cost of living.
For US Democrats, climate policy is now about energy bills
Climate change has all but disappeared from Democrats' campaign pitches, replaced by promises to lower electricity bills. So what would the party really do for climate policy should it win control of Congress?
US: 9 killed in Florida jet crash
A Learjet plane crashed near a busy road in a residential neighborhood in Palm Beach County, leaving all nine people on board dead and a large crater on ground.
Merz says next German president 'must be a woman' — report
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier's second term is due to end in March next year. Meanwhile, Merz has called for 'digital sovereignty' in the era of AI.
India news: Gandhi vows to step up pressure on Modi at protest rally
Rahul Gandhi said the removal of election chief Gyanesh Kumar will be the first step to getting the country on the right track. Follow DW for more.
South Korea to pour billions into AI
President Lee Jae Myung has presented his record-breaking budget proposal for 2027, including major investments in AI and other tech.
Kimi Antonelli makes history as youngest F1 champion
Kimi Antonelli became Formula One's youngest world champion and Italy's first since 1953 when he finished third in Sunday's thrilling and crash-hit Mexico City Grand Prix.
Ukraine: At least 26 killed in Russian strikes on aid center
At least 26 people were killed in Russian airstrikes on a school that was serving as an aid distribution center in Zaporizhzhia, a southern Ukrainian region.
German police investigating after needles found in Halloween candy
German police said they received phone calls with reports about sharp objects concealed in Halloween candy.
Russia's giant new radar in Kaliningrad raises alarm in NATO
Russia is nearing completion of what experts think is a giant radar complex in Kaliningrad, capable of monitoring much of Europe. Experts warn the project could intensify the military standoff between Moscow and NATO.
Serbia: Police chief arrested for abuse of office
Marko Kricak, an Aleksandar Vucic loyalist, is accused of suppressing and manipulating an investigation into a gangland murder. Prosecutors say the arrest is not linked to Vucic's recent election defeat.
France opens attempted murder probe after protest attack
Paris prosecutors have opened an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov attack on police. France reported 779 arrests during nationwide protests and Halloween night, fewer than on previous weekends.
Ethnic Germans in Kazakhstan face legacy of the Soviet Union
Kazakhstan is struggling to deal with the legacy of the Soviet dictatorship. Some 85 years ago, Stalin deported hundreds of thousands of people: Some 400,000 ethnic Germans living in the USSR were sent to Kazakhstan.
Biological weapons: The weaponization of disease
Biological weapons are prohibited under international law. But new developments in biotech and AI are a cause for concern. DW addresses some of the most important questions about their history, risks, and control.
Portugal police storm housing protest camps in Lisbon, Porto
Clashes broke out as officers again dispersed housing protesters from tent camps in Lisbon and Porto. Portuguese police have repeatedly cleared tent camps erected across both cities in recent weeks.
Donald Trump loses allies after elections in Serbia and Brazil
Flavio Bolsonaro failed to gain power, Aleksandar Vucic was voted out of office, and even Benjamin Netanyahu's position has weakened. An unhappy US President Trump is crying electoral fraud.
Germany's search for a nuclear waste site
Finland has become the first country with a final storage facility for nuclear waste. Germany is still searching for a site, while some countries have yet to start. Costs are expected to total many billions of euros.
Bulgaria's Yotova secures decisive win in presidential runoff
Acting President Iliana Yotova is all set to become Bulgaria's first elected female head of state after decisively winning the presidential election runoff.
Bolivia declares emergency as El Nino intensifies, threatens severe weather
President Rodrigo Paz warned of severe droughts and flooding as El Nino intensifies, with at least 78,000 families already affected by drought.
India news: Opposition holds major rally in Delhi over voter roll revisions
Thousands are expected to take part in the Indian opposition's planned mega march in New Delhi over a controversial revision of electoral rolls.
Trump grants visa to mother of Ghanaian boy killed in NYC — Mamdani
Javits Frimpong was on his way to school when he was shot in a neighborhood in the Bronx. He was 15 years old.
FBI says North Korea behind $6 billion Binance crypto theft
The FBI said the theft was tied to "malicious cyber activity" by an entity known as TraderTraitor, the same actors behind a $1.5 billion Bybit hack last year.
Serbia after Vucic: The winners are losing patience
After the Student List's election victory, Aleksandar Vucic's power apparatus is disintegrating. People want justice as soon as possible. But the losers still hold sway in the judiciary and administration.
More than 290 arrested in France as some weekend protests turn violent
Protests continue across France as 320,000 people take to the streets over rising living costs and poor school conditions for a third consecutive weekend, with clashes reported in several cities.
Ukraine: Six-day localized ceasefire in Oleshky comes to end
A US-brokered ceasefire in Ukraine's southern Kherson region ended on Sunday night with no violations reported. But Russian airstrikes continued in other parts of Ukraine.
Germany news: Gen Z group calls for new protests
The group behind German demonstrations this weekend has called for more protests to keep pressure on the government to act. Meanwhile, the IG Metall union has begun warning strikes after pay talks collapse. DW has more.
Germany's Gen Z protests disrupted by violence on Saturday
Nationwide protests led by young people were largely peaceful throughout the day, but reports about looting and rioting in the evening, especially in Frankfurt, overshadowed the spirit of the demonstrations.
India news: Amit Shah challenges Rahul Gandhi to debate vote theft in parliament
Home Minister Amit Shah has challenged Rahul Gandhi to debate electoral irregularity allegations in parliament, ahead of a major opposition rally against the election chief in Delhi.
UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara to expire amid US, Russia vetoes
The mandate of the UN peacekeeping force in Western Sahara will expire on October 31. The UN Security Council could not agree on a resolution to extend the mission.
European diplomats shun Russia at G20 gathering in the US
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declined to comment on Russia's participation in the G20 summit in December, telling DW that Volodymyr Zelenskyy should travel to Russia if he wanted talks with Vladimir Putin.
Poland: Protesters, police clash amid top court standoff
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk defended the suspension of top court President Bogdan Swieczkowski as a move to "restore the rule of law."
Canadian PM Mark Carney discusses talks with the EU, overdependence on the US and how to deal with Donald Trump in a DW interview.
Prime Minister Mark Carney tells DW that Canada is seeking closer EU ties to "diversify and deepen" partnerships beyond the Americas. Despite German pushback, he said he favors the all-new term "associate membership."
Ukraine: Oleshky residents evacuate war-ravaged city
Under the local ceasefire, an aid convoy of 25 buses arrived with humanitarian aid and as transport for fleeing Oleshky residents. The Ukrainian city has been occupied by Russia since 2022 and faces food shortages.
Smuggling, power, profit: Irregular migration out of eastern Libya
There is currently more irregular migration between eastern Libya and Crete, Greece. It's raising questions as to what connects people smugglers with powerful militias in eastern Libya and then in turn, Europeans.
Tennessee woman Christa Pike describes pain after failed execution
Christa Pike says she remains in constant pain a month after surviving a lethal injection in Tennessee. Her lawyers want her death sentence reduced to life, while the state governor has ordered an investigation.
What the rift within the Tsikhanouski family means for the Belarusian opposition in exile
Siarhei Tsikhanouski criticizes the work of his wife, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, and her office. He also questions her legitimacy. What are the implications for Belarusian political forces in exile?
US midterms: Pope Leo XIV casts vote by mail
As a US citizen, Pope Leo XIV is eligible to vote in US elections and has made use of that right with a postal ballot ahead of Tuesday's midterms. The pontiff, a Chicago native, did not reveal who he voted for.
Seoul fears being sidelined as US reaches out to North Korea
With ties between South Korea and the Trump administration strained, the South Korean government worries that Donald Trump's pursuit of a diplomatic breakthrough with Kim Jong Un may come at Seoul's expense.
Bollywood and the underworld — together in the spotlight?
A wave of shootings and extortion threats has rattled India's film industry. This time, those claiming responsibility are very different from the Mumbai underworld that had Bollywood in its grip back in the 1990s.
Bayern Munich's Kenya friendly highlights Africa's growing pull for global sport
Bayern Munich are to open Nairobi's new Raila Odinga International Stadium against Ajax as Kenya prepares for AFCON 2027. The match highlights Africa's growing sports ambitions — and questions over cost and legacy.
Italy: Students and workers rally over living costs
Students and workers have marched across Italy for more school funding and relief from rising living costs. The rallies follow weeks of school occupations and protests against higher military spending.
Germany takes cautious approach on Israeli election results
German politicians have been slow to respond as they wait to see who is likely to comprise the next coalition. Many are also hoping for a government without religious hardliners.
Russia: Critical newspaper 'Novaya Gazeta' to close
"Novaya Gazeta," one of the last remaining independent, critical media outlets in Russia, has announced it is closing under pressure from state authorities. Meanwhile, in Ukraine, evacuations have begun in Oleshky.
Brazil's new anti-gang law: Can it curb organized crime?
A tough stance against organized crime? One year after a massacre that left more than 130 people dead, a new law aims to crack down on drug cartels in Rio's favelas.
IIHF ordered to allow Russia back into world championships
The Court of Arbitration for Sport has ruled that Russian teams must be allowed to take part in international ice hockey tournaments. The IIHF had banned Russia following the country's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.