Global trade weathers Iran, Ukraine and Trump's tariffs
Over the past six years, COVID, two wars and Donald Trump's tariffs have shaken world trade. With globalization already stalling, is this a temporary shock or the start of a great reversal?
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Spain grows fruit and vegetables for Europe, but it's running out of water
Spain's southern coast produces up to 25% of Europe's fruit and vegetables. But amid intensive farming, climate change and illegal wells, the water it takes to grow them is drying up.
Germany news: Parties debate who should succeed President Steinmeier, with several women under discussion
Germany's political parties are weighing possible successors to President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, with no candidate agreed yet. Meanwhile, a poll suggests most Germans are giving Halloween a miss this year. Follow DW.
Russia in Africa: What is Putin hoping to achieve?
Following its invasion of Ukraine and the resulting rift with the West, Russia has declared that it intends to make a "historic return" to Africa. What have we seen of this so far?
Dozens of people killed after high-speed trains collide in central Spain
At least 68 people have been killed in a train crash in central Spain, local authorities have confirmed. Rail services between Madrid and Seville have been suspended.
Africa's first Youth Olympics open in Senegal amid hope and scrutiny
Senegal is hosting Africa's first Youth Olympics, with 2,700 young athletes competing in Dakar, Diamniadio and Saly. The Games bring pride and hope, but also questions over cost, rights and legacy.
Serbian police shoot dead assailant at Israeli Embassy
A "minor" has been killed by police after attacking a guard at Israel's embassy in Belgrade with knives, the interior minister says. Ivica Dacic said police had declared the highest terror alert after the incident.
India news: Cyclone Arnab turns deadly after landfall
Cyclone Arnab killed at least three people in Andhra Pradesh after making landfall earlier today. Also, a new report says India is paying a steep economic cost over heat. Follow live.
Experts urge 'global health emergency' as climate harms accelerate
A new Lancet report reveals the growing toll of climate change on human health, from rising heat deaths and drought to food insecurity and lost livelihoods.
Egypt orders closure of independent news site Mada Masr
Editor-in-chief Lina Attalah was briefly detained and fined over licensing violations. Rights groups condemned the ruling as a major blow to press freedom in Egypt, where independent media face growing pressure.
Flavio Bolsonaro flees Brazil for US amid investigation
Flavio Bolsonaro, who lost to incumbent Lula in Sunday's presidential election, has reportedly fled the country. Bolsonaro, who is facing multiple corruption probes, has refused to concede.
Harry Kane: Ballon d’Or for Bayern Munich striker
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has won football's most prestigious individual prize, beating Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Kane has developed even more in the Bundesliga despite an uneven league.
Germany's Merz says erosion of global order means middle powers in Europe and Asia must be more assertive
During a visit to Singapore, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe and Germany want to increase free trade with open competition, reliability and a rules-based order.
England and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or
The England captain ends his country's 25-year wait for the prestigious award after scoring 73 goals for club and country last season, beating competition from Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe.
What Germany thinks of carmaker Audi's $4 billion deal with Trump
The luxury carmaker is set to open its first factory in the United States — a move Trump credits to his tariffs. DW examines the German reaction amid a massive auto industry cull at home.
Steinmeier in China: A major state visit in uncertain times
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is traveling to China on a state visit in a period of political and economic uncertainty. Germany is seeking alternative partners in the region but also wants good ties with Beijing.
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 ahead of the US midterm elections, does disgust shape our politics, or do our beliefs shape what we find disgusting?
France: Hundreds arrested after nationwide protests
The French government says more than 1,000 people were arrested following nationwide protests on Saturday. Police and elite security forces were out in force across the country as clashes broke out.