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German ministers demand tough response to political violence

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EU adopts first law tackling violence against women

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia's war against Ukraine has sparked a humanitarian crisis for the Ukrainian people and upended global food and energy security.

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Israel-Hamas war: Israeli team in Cairo to assess truce deal

A team of Israeli officials has arrived in Cairo to continue to assess the truce deal accepted by Hamas. DW has more.

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Africa

Refugees in a camp around Goma look on deparately after a bomb blast killed at least 15 people

Congo: Why are displaced people still in danger?

Rwanda has denied involvement in deadly attacks on IDP camps in Congo, while the US has called for an investigation.

Asia

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North Korea and Iran — a new alliance?

Pyongyang and Tehran are united by their grievances against the US and could be part of an emerging anti-Western bloc.

Germany

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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.

Europe

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North Macedonia: Frustrated voters set to punish government

On May 8, 1.8 million voters in North Macedonia will determine the future path of the Balkan country.

Middle East

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EU-Lebanon aid package bad news for Syrian refugees?

Experts say the EU's recent aid deal for Lebanon could exacerbate existing tensions and increase irregular migration.

North America

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US campus Gaza protests echo past in crucial election year

As the US academic year winds down, student protests are heating up — with consequences beyond the university campus.

Latin America

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Colombia: Graffiti art in the slums

Ciudad Bolivar is one of Bogota's poorest districts. Now, street art is to remove the stigma attached to the area.

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Migration

Millions of people have been driven from their homes by conflict, poverty and climate change, hoping to find a better life elsewhere. Political leaders in Europe and around the world are struggling to deal with them.

What is German 'Leitkultur'?

The controversial term "Leitkultur" is being used more frequently when debating integration in German society.

Is Japan 'xenophobic' like US President Biden claims?

US President Joe Biden's recent remarks about foreign labor have provoked pushback from the Japan's government.

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Border escape: Ukrainians flee Russian-occupied territories

Ukrainian civilians tell DW their stories of fleeing Russian-occupied territories via the only open border crossing.

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CRISPR gene editing trial treats inherited blindness

Researchers have used a CRISPR-Cas9 tool to restore vision in a group of adults and children with congenital blindness.

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Why are cancer cases soaring in India?

The number of people suffering from cancer will rise exponentially in the next two decades, health experts have warned.

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Chad election: Disillusionment high among voters

Chadians head to the polls on Monday to end three years of transition government. But hopes for renewal are dim.

Chinese fishing fleets in Indian Ocean accused of abuses

A recent investigation has revealed how China's distant-water fishing fleet commits environmental and labor abuses.

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German schools see rise in violence

Frustrated students and teachers are forced to put up with dilapidated buildings and increasing violence in schools.

Supporters of the Popular Mobilization Forces burn a rainbow flag during a protest in Tahrir Square in Baghdad.

Iraqi LGBTQ+ community loses social media safe space

Social media was a mostly safe place where Iraq's queer community could meet. New Iraqi laws will change all that.

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Flipping the Script: MEPs and EU voters reverse roles

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and voters switch places in the show produced by ENTR and DW News.

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Kalter Hund - A chocolate lover's dream!

A chocolate treat with a long history and list of fans in Germany.

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Senegal revives interest in traditional tapestries

Thanks to new activities and partnerships, the 1960s art of tapestry production has been rekindled in Thies.

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Sue Kreitzman's leads 'colorful world' crusade

Kitsch and bright colors have made 83-year-old Sue Kreitzman into a social media star.

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Climate change, Brexit threaten Dutch tulips

Tulips are a national treasure in the Netherlands. But climate change and Brexit are threatening the flower business.

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Madonna's free Rio show draws over 1.5 million

The US pop idol gave it her all during a free show at Brazil's famous Copacabana beach.

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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.

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