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Germany: Study shows correlation between racism and poverty
Germany: Study shows correlation between racism and poverty
Black, Muslim and Asian people are more at risk of poverty in Germany, according to a study.
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Politics
EU adopts first law tackling violence against women
EU adopts first law tackling violence against women
The law requires all EU countries to criminalize female genital mutilation, forced marriage and online harassment.
AfD lawmaker Krah's offices searched amid spy probe
AfD lawmaker Krah's offices searched amid spy probe
German investigators have searched the offices of far-right EU lawmaker Maximilian Krah in Brussels.
Chinese President Xi Jinping kicks off visit to Europe
Chinese President Xi Jinping kicks off visit to Europe
Trade policy and increasing global tensions top the agenda on Chinese President Xi Jinping first day in Europe.
Israel observes Holocaust Remembrance Day amid Gaza war
Israel observes Holocaust Remembrance Day amid Gaza war
This year's commemorations come amid the war in Gaza, where over 100 Israeli hostages are still being held by Hamas.
Attacks on politicians in Germany on the rise
Attacks on politicians in Germany on the rise
The weekend attack on a center-left politician in eastern Germany has been widely condemned, but surprised no one.
German politician attack: 4 teens identified as suspects
German politician attack: 4 teens identified as suspects
After the attack on an EU lawmaker in the city of Dresden, police say they have identified three more teenage supects.
Scholz vows Germany's 'unwavering' support for Baltics
Scholz vows Germany's 'unwavering' support for Baltics
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's comments came on a visit to Lithuania, where German troops are to deploy permanently.
Germany recalls envoy to Russia over cyberattack
Germany recalls envoy to Russia over cyberattack
Germany recalls its ambassador to Moscow after what Berlin said was a state-sponsored cyberattack on politicians.
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Christian Democrat leader Friedrich Merz is portraying himself as the tough, decisive leader Germany needs.
German FM warns of climate threat during Fiji visit
German FM warns of climate threat during Fiji visit
Germany's Annalena Baerbock said that climate change was "washing the ground out from under people's feet" in Fiji.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Germany: Noah and Sophia the most popular 2023 baby names
Germany: Noah and Sophia the most popular 2023 baby names
Noah has been the most popular boy's name in Germany for five years in a row. Sophia (or Sofia) just dethroned Emilia.
Germany's Student of the Year 2024 is from Cameroon
Germany's Student of the Year 2024 is from Cameroon
Contimi Kenfack Mouafo, Germany's Student of the Year 2024, is reshaping Africa's green energy narrative.
What is German 'Leitkultur'?
What is German 'Leitkultur'?
The controversial term "Leitkultur" is being used more frequently when debating integration in German society.
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: 200 years on
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: 200 years on
With his Ninth Symphony, first performed in 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven created a work for the ages.
Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland adds mini Monaco
Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland adds mini Monaco
Complete with yachts and Formula One cars racing through the model landscape, it's much like the real thing.
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free
The villa once owned by Adolf Hitler's propaganda minister will be demolished if no takers come forward to claim it.
Berlin plans two monuments to migrants
Berlin plans two monuments to migrants
The German capital is planning to mark the achievements of migrants in former West and East Berlin.
Witching and demonstrating: May traditions in Germany
Witching and demonstrating: May traditions in Germany
May is a very special month in Germany, with many celebrations. People ring it in with the so-called Walpurgis Night.
1945 - Women as Spoils of War
1945 - Women as Spoils of War
In early 1945, at least 860,000 women and girls in Germany were sexually abused by Allied soldiers.
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Business
Can EU wean itself off essential drugs from China, India?
Can EU wean itself off essential drugs from China, India?
Public health in Europe is dependent on Asian supplies. As the EU attempts to reshore production, does this make sense?
German exports rise unexpectedly high in March
German exports rise unexpectedly high in March
A high demand for German products in the US and China has resulted in a surprisingly high export rate in March.
Warding Off Scammers
Warding Off Scammers
An expert reveals how to spoil scamming schemes and shield yourself from fraud.
AI: Why German firms are lagging behind
AI: Why German firms are lagging behind
One survey suggests 40% of German companies have no plans to implement artificial intelligence into their processes.
What to do with old EV batteries? Recycle them!
What to do with old EV batteries? Recycle them!
Recycling EV batteries saves raw materials and protects the environment. A new facility in Hamburg.
Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes
Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes
The latest figures give some hope that Germany may be escaping the economic doldrums.
BYD targets the European EV market
BYD targets the European EV market
To reduce China’s EV overproduction, domestic e-car manufacturer BYD has set its sights on Europe.
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Science and Environment
New hope for people with epilepsy
New hope for people with epilepsy
From surgery to new drugs, researchers are looking for ways to treat seizure disorders.
Exercising your diaphragm to boost vitality
Exercising your diaphragm to boost vitality
Your diaphragm is vital for breathing. Fitness trainer Tim Bertko shows us how to train this powerful muscle.
Germany has already exceeded its annual ecological limits
Germany has already exceeded its annual ecological limits
If the whole planet consumed like the Germans, we would need three times as many resources.
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Tesla builds its best-selling electric car in Brandenburg, Germany. Environmentalists are protesting the expansion.
Robots as caregivers – opportunities and risks
Robots as caregivers – opportunities and risks
Can robots make up for a shortage of nursing staff in hospitals and care facilities?
COVID: Is Germany prepared for another pandemic?
COVID: Is Germany prepared for another pandemic?
WHO is negotiating the world's first global accord on pandemics. How well is Germany prepared to cope?
Power napping – What is it and what are the benefits?
Power napping – What is it and what are the benefits?
Power napping is a revitalizing snooze that has been proven to boost mental alertness, creativity and physical energy.
Skip next section Travel
Travel
Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa?
Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa?
Whether you're into culture, beer festivals or football — Germany is a great destination. But who needs a visa to visit?
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
This southern German picture-book city is famous for its well preserved medieval old town.
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
The aviation industry must drastically reduce its emissions in the coming years. But it still faces many hurdles.
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
How easy is it to avoid taking a plane? DW reporter Benjamin Bathke traveled 36 hours to find out.
Iconic European cities: Berlin
Iconic European cities: Berlin
DW's travel guide to the capital city of Germany brings you insider tips and a list of what not to miss.
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Drachenburg in western Germany looks just like a fairy-tale castle. But a dark history lurks behind its walls.
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Sports
Sabrina Wittmann's debut a first in German men's football
Sabrina Wittmann's debut a first in German men's football
Sabrina Wittmann earned a point in her debut as the first female coach of a German men's professional team.
Reus starts Dortmund exit with Champions League end in sight
Reus starts Dortmund exit with Champions League end in sight
Marco Reus led his side to a win after announcing his departure. But a Champions League final could be his last goodbye.
Bayern Munich win Bundesliga as Stanway eyes double
Bayern Munich win Bundesliga as Stanway eyes double
Georgia Stanway's return to form has Bayern on the verge of club history. But she told DW there have been tough times.
German men's pro football gets first female coach
German men's pro football gets first female coach
While Sabrina Wittmann is in the role on an interim basis, club bosses haven't ruled out a longer-term contract.
The Champions League's greatest rivalry: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid
The Champions League's greatest rivalry: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid
Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid has proven to be Europe's greatest rivalry. Here are its greatest moments.
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DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Abbeys in Germany
#DailyDrone: Abbeys in Germany
Today the #DailyDrone flies over some particularly beautiful abbeys in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
#DailyDrone: Castles in Germany
#DailyDrone: Castles in Germany
Witnesses of centuries past: The #DailyDrone flies over some impressive castles in Germany.
#DailyDrone: Churches in Germany
#DailyDrone: Churches in Germany
Places of calm contemplation: Germany's must-see churches with the #DailyDrone.
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