2022-05-20 02:48 |
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Boeing launches uncrewed Starliner space taxi in third attempt...
After nearly two and a half years since first attempting to enter orbit, Boeing's Starliner appears on track to reach the International Space Station. The uncrewed test came after several costly setbacks.... |
2022-05-20 02:21 |
Deutsche Welle |
Vintage 1955 Mercedes-Benz becomes most expensive car to sell at auction...
A vintage 300 SLSR Unlenhaut coupe became the most expensive car in the world. The buyer was a private collector and a second car like it will remain in the Mercedes corporate car museum.... |
2022-05-19 22:35 |
Deutsche Welle |
Canada to ban China's Huawei, ZTE from 5G networks...
Canada's government said it would ban the use of the two Chinese telecommunications giants' 5G gear due to national security concerns. The move follows similar bans in other Western countries.... |
2022-05-19 20:47 |
Deutsche Welle |
Bundesliga playoff: Advantage Hamburg against Felix Magath and Hertha Berlin...
Four years after their first ever relegation, Hamburg have one foot back in the Bundesliga. Ludovit Reis' looped goal was a fluke, but HSV won't care. Hertha Berlin and Felix Magath are edging towards relegation.... |
2022-05-19 18:44 |
Deutsche Welle |
Spain: Exiled ex-King Juan Carlos returns for brief visit...
The former Spanish monarch has returned to the country after spending nearly two years in self-imposed exile in the UAE. He was set to visit his son, King Felipe VI, in Madrid.... |
2022-05-19 18:33 |
Deutsche Welle |
Eco-fascism: The greenwashing of the far right...
White-supremacist killers are invoking environmental concerns to justify murder. But what is eco-fascism and why are people attracted to it?... |
2022-05-19 17:47 |
Deutsche Welle |
Explained: The mysterious monkeypox outbreak in UK, Europe...
The UK and other European countries have reported a small number of human monkeypox infections, a virus rarely seen in Europe. Health services remain puzzled over how the virus is transmitted.... |
2022-05-19 17:47 |
Deutsche Welle |
NATO: Joe Biden backs Sweden, Finland membership bid...
Although Turkey has doubled down on blocking Sweden and Finland's membership bids, Western leaders have expressed confidence the proceedings will move quickly.... |
2022-05-19 17:13 |
Deutsche Welle |
Russia 'weaponizes' food security, US tells UN meeting...
Washington's top diplomat has called on Russia to lift a blockade on Ukraine's Black Sea ports as the UN Security Council addressed global food insecurity linked to the war in Ukraine.... |
2022-05-19 17:11 |
Deutsche Welle |
US Senate approves $40 billion Ukraine aid package — live updates...
Meanwhile, the first Russian soldier to face trial for killing a civilian has asked the man's widow for "forgiveness.4; Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has warned of a long war. Follow DW for the latest.... |
2022-05-19 16:54 |
Deutsche Welle |
G7: Germany pledges 1 billion in grants for Ukraine...
The influx of cash aims to support the financing of Ukraine's government, as Russia's war has decimated tax revenue.... |
2022-05-19 15:02 |
Deutsche Welle |
Thailand: What happened to mass anti-government protests?...
In 2020, Thai youth sparked the largest wave of anti-government protests since the 2014 military coup. But human rights activists say persecutions and systematic harassment have weakened the pro-democracy movement.... |
2022-05-19 14:50 |
Deutsche Welle |
Witches' potions: The science behind herbal medicines...
Medicines have been extracted from plants for thousands of years and new ones are still being discovered. Here are several plant extracts with robust medical benefits.... |
2022-05-19 14:23 |
Deutsche Welle |
Taliban orders female TV presenters to cover face on air...
The Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have issued an official order that female journalists must cover their faces on television. The move comes days after authorities ordered women to cover their faces in public.... |
2022-05-19 13:38 |
Deutsche Welle |
Ukraine: Russian soldier on trial for war crimes in Kyiv asks for forgiveness — live updates...
The first Russian soldier to face trial for killing a civilian has asked the man's widow for "forgiveness.4; President Zelenskyy has warned of a long war. Follow DW for the latest.... |
2022-05-19 13:12 |
Deutsche Welle |
Historian Christopher Clark to receive European media award...
The eminent historian and academic is being awarded the Charlemagne Award for his work on Anglo-German history. We take a look at his illustrious career.... |
2022-05-19 13:09 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany: Ex-Chancellor Schrder loses part of state privileges...
The former chancellor has come under heavy criticism for refusing to distance himself from Russia and Vladimir Putin. Now the German government is planning to take away his office and staff, without touching his pension.... |
2022-05-19 12:22 |
Deutsche Welle |
Champions League: How Barcelona rose to challenge Lyon's dominance...
Lyon dominated women's football in Europe for an entire decade. However, this year's Champions League final against Barcelona could mark a changing of the guard, one the Catalans have long prepared for.... |
2022-05-19 11:58 |
Deutsche Welle |
Guinea-Bissau's political crisis deepens...
Opposition parties and constitutional experts have slammed President Umaro Sissoco Embalo's decision to dissolve parliament. The move has heightened fears in the coup-prone West African nation.... |
2022-05-19 11:13 |
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JUST IN — European Parliament backs sanctions against Germany's ex-Chancellor Gerhard Schrder...
The parliament has called for sanctions on former German Chancellor Gerhard Schrder because of his links to Russia.... |
2022-05-19 11:13 |
Deutsche Welle |
European Parliament backs sanctions against Germany's ex-Chancellor Gerhard Schrder...
The parliament has called for sanctions on former German Chancellor Gerhard Schrder because of his links to Russia.... |
2022-05-19 10:26 |
Deutsche Welle |
UK: Police end investigation into 'Partygate' scandal at Downing Street...
Police have ended an investigation into breaches of lockdown rules that sparked outrage across the UK.... |
2022-05-19 10:26 |
Deutsche Welle |
UK: Police end inquiry into 'Partygate' scandal at Downing Street...
Police have ended an investigation into breaches of lockdown rules that sparked outrage across the UK. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has not received any more fines.... |
2022-05-19 09:49 |
Deutsche Welle |
Asia security in focus as Biden visits South Korea, Japan...
US President Joe Biden is aiming to boost ties with the East Asian allies to face down a nuclear-armed North Korea and an increasingly expansionist China.... |
2022-05-19 09:48 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany: One person injured in a shooting incident at a high school...
An armed suspect has been detained after one person was seriously injured in a shooting at a high school in the northern city of Bremerhaven, police said.... |
2022-05-19 09:31 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany: Dutch police arrest three over ATM bombings...
Suspects believed to have stolen almost 1 million euros after bombing several ATMs across Germany have been arrested. The operation was the result of Dutch-German cooperation.... |
2022-05-19 09:31 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany: Dutch police arrest 3 over ATM bombings...
Suspects believed to have stolen almost 1 million after bombing several ATMs across Germany have been arrested. The operation was the result of Dutch-German cooperation.... |
2022-05-19 09:21 |
Deutsche Welle |
The Freiburg Way: 'A specific type of intelligence' and 'football for everyone'...
SC Freiburg will play RB Leipzig in their first ever German Cup final on Saturday. The two clubs are cut from very different cloth but, deep in the Black Forest, Freiburg are happy to continue on their own unique path.... |
2022-05-19 08:59 |
Deutsche Welle |
'Happy birthday, Mr. President' — famous birthday serenades...
On this day 60 years ago, Marilyn Monroe famously serenaded John F. Kennedy for his birthday. But there are other legendary birthday songs too.... |
2022-05-19 08:57 |
Deutsche Welle |
One tiny company is wrecking American solar why?...
A small US solar panels manufacturer is pushing for high tariffs on imports. This threatens the Biden administration's climate goals and the industry as a whole.... |
2022-05-19 08:57 |
Deutsche Welle |
One tiny company is wrecking the American solar industry why?...
A small US solar panels manufacturer is pushing for high tariffs on imports. This threatens the Biden administration's climate goals and the industry as a whole.... |
2022-05-19 08:16 |
Deutsche Welle |
US natural gas price spikes as demand from Europe grows...
Natural gas prices in the United States have hit a 13-year high, partly due to Europe's demand for alternative energy sources in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.... |
2022-05-19 08:00 |
Deutsche Welle |
Chancellor Olaf Scholz tells German parliament 'Russia must not win this war'...
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has delivered a statement to the German parliament ahead of an EU summit on the war in Ukraine. Scholz described the war in Ukraine as the greatest crisis facing the EU in its history.... |
2022-05-19 07:30 |
Deutsche Welle |
Conference on diverse forms of global feminist protests...
Violence against women is a global problem but the women are successfully fighting back. The Goethe-Institut's "Frequencies. Sharing Feminisms" festival shows how they do this.... |
2022-05-19 07:01 |
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WATCH LIVE — Chancellor Olaf Scholz addresses German parliament ahead of special EU summit on Ukraine...
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz delivers a statement to the German parliament ahead of a special EU summit on the war in Ukraine. Scholz has faced criticism over his approach to the conflict, derided by critics as weak.... |
2022-05-19 07:01 |
Deutsche Welle |
Chancellor Olaf Scholz addresses German parliament ahead of special EU summit on Ukraine...
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz delivers a statement to the German parliament ahead of a special EU summit on the war in Ukraine. Scholz has faced criticism over his approach to the conflict, derided by critics as weak.... |
2022-05-19 05:40 |
Deutsche Welle |
North Korea's suspected COVID caseload inches toward 2 million...
North Korea reported more than 200,000 new illnesses on Thursday, bringing the total number of suspected cases to 1.98 million. Pyongyang has also not responded to offers of help from the WHO and other countries.... |
2022-05-19 04:00 |
Deutsche Welle |
EXCLUSIVE — Are European academics helping China's military?...
An investigation by DW and partners has found that European researchers have cooperated with China's National University of Defense Technology. The NUDT's purpose is to "Strengthen the Armed Forces and the Nation."... |
2022-05-19 02:25 |
Deutsche Welle |
Spain: Ex-King Juan Carlos to briefly visit from exile...
Juan Carlos, the former king of Spain, will return to the country after spending nearly two years in exile in the United Arab Emirates. Carlos is set to visit his son, King Felipe VI, in Madrid.... |
2022-05-19 02:20 |
Deutsche Welle |
Europa League final: Frankfurt break glass ceiling as new era begins in Seville...
After 42 years of waiting, Eintracht Frankfurt are continental champions again after a long, hot night in Seville. Around 40,000 ticketless Frankfurt fans made the journey on a night when a new Eintracht was born.... |
2022-05-19 00:56 |
Deutsche Welle |
Ukraine: Zelenskyy warns population of a long war live updates...
During his nightly video address, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said "Ukraine will return" to all the territories currently occupied by Russian forces. DW has the latest on Russia's invasion.... |
2022-05-18 21:58 |
Deutsche Welle |
Shoot-out in Seville: Europa League glory for Eintracht Frankfurt after victory over Rangers...
Eintracht Frankfurt crowned a spectacular Europa League campaign by beating Rangers on penalties in the final in Seville. Goalkeeper Kevin Trapp was the hero with vital saves in extra-time and in the shootout.... |
2022-05-18 20:41 |
Deutsche Welle |
Monkeypox: Portugal reports cases as outbreak spreads...
Portuguese officials confirmed five cases of the monkeypox disease. The viral infection, rarely found in Europe, has also been reported in Spain and Britain.... |
2022-05-18 19:55 |
Deutsche Welle |
Germany to cut ex-Chancellor Schrder's state privileges amid Russia scandal...
The former chancellor has come under heavy criticism for refusing to distance himself from Russia and Vladimir Putin. Now the German government is planning to take away his office and staff, without touching his pension.... |
2022-05-18 16:22 |
Deutsche Welle |
EU unveils 300 billion plan to reduce its energy dependency on Russia...
The European Union plans to invest up to 300 billion to reduce its dependence on Russian fossil fuels, the European Commission announced.... |
2022-05-18 16:18 |
Deutsche Welle |
How does a prisoner exchange work?...
The Ukrainian fighters who surrendered at the Azovstal steelworks are now in Russian captivity. Ukraine is hoping for a prisoner exchange.... |
2022-05-18 16:03 |
Deutsche Welle |
UN calls for renewable energy push following damning climate report...
UN chief Antonio Guterres has called for more investment in renewables and an end to the millions of dollars in subsidies for fossil fuels as a new report shows several climate indicators broke troubling records.... |
2022-05-18 15:47 |
Deutsche Welle |
Droughts, fires and floods: Could climate change decide Australia's election?...
Australia, a major coal exporter and one of the worst per capita emitters, goes to the polls Saturday. The result could be decisive for global climate goals, as voters demand lawmakers do more to cut emissions.... |
2022-05-18 15:13 |
Deutsche Welle |
Why some young Swedes remain uneasy about joining NATO...
While the majority of Swedes are in favor of joining NATO, there are others who even took to the streets in protest. They warn the decision is rushed and that Sweden should better stick with its tradition of neutrality.... |
2022-05-18 14:58 |
Deutsche Welle |
Health tips: Stay safe in the India, Pakistan heat wave...
Heat waves are common in India and Pakistan, but this year is hotter than ever before. Here's how to stay safe when temperatures soar.... |