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Merz: 'We have to work together with the United States'
Merz: 'We have to work together with the United States'
At the CDU's annual party congress, Germany's chancellor spoke about transatlantic ties and the war in Ukraine.
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Politics
German gov't 'deeply concerned' about DW journalist's arrest
German gov't 'deeply concerned' about DW journalist's arrest
DW correspondent Alican Uludag has been arrested in Turkey, accused of misleading the public.
Nearly 2 million highly educated Germans at risk of poverty
Nearly 2 million highly educated Germans at risk of poverty
The figures indicate that although more people earned advanced qualifications, many did not secure well-paid jobs.
Faltering fighter jet deal casts doubt on EU defense plans
Faltering fighter jet deal casts doubt on EU defense plans
EU arms cooperation is being thrown into question after German chancellor signaled his country may exit a flagship deal.
Germany news: Far-right AfD polls 37% ahead of state vote
Germany news: Far-right AfD polls 37% ahead of state vote
The far-right AfD is polling way ahead of rivals in a state where elections are planned.
Germany's far-right AfD party faces widening scandal
Germany's far-right AfD party faces widening scandal
The far-right Alternative for Germany party (AfD) faces allegations that may jeopardize its election prospects.
Deutsche Bahn says cyberattack hit ticket and info systems
Deutsche Bahn says cyberattack hit ticket and info systems
Germany's national rail operator a cyberattack on its systems disrupted ticketing and timetable information.
Germany news: Merz open to social media ban for under-16s
Germany news: Merz open to social media ban for under-16s
In other news, Berlin's Iran envoy was summoned for a reprimand in Tehran.
State elections could spell doom for Germany's oldest party
State elections could spell doom for Germany's oldest party
Once a big tent party, supported by almost half of Germans, the Social Democrats are fighting for relevance.
Germany: Study finds institutional racism in public agencies
Germany: Study finds institutional racism in public agencies
Researchers say discrimination in German public authorities is frequently embedded in routine decision-making.
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Culture and Society
Germany: Unreliable childcare forces parents into part-time
Germany: Unreliable childcare forces parents into part-time
Chancellor Merz has been calling on Germans to work more. This is practically impossible for many working parents.
Germans approve of democracy, but say it doesn't work well
Germans approve of democracy, but say it doesn't work well
Democracy is indispensable, say respondents to the new "Germany Monitor" survey, but many feel the system doesn't work.
Berlinale: African films bring hopes of peace and tolerance
Berlinale: African films bring hopes of peace and tolerance
African filmmakers at Berlinale unveil bold stories celebrating resistance and expanding the continent's cinema.
Berlinale: Women from Iran, Afghanistan debut bold films
Berlinale: Women from Iran, Afghanistan debut bold films
Two female filmmakers express injustice in contrasting genres: a romantic comedy — and a nightmarish drama.
Red carpet moments and politics at the Berlinale 2026
Red carpet moments and politics at the Berlinale 2026
The Berlin International Film Festival runs February 12-22. Here are some of the stars attending the event.
Berlinale slammed on Gaza 'silence' in artists' open letter
Berlinale slammed on Gaza 'silence' in artists' open letter
Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem are among those openly voicing criticism following Wim Wenders' controversial stance.
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Business
China overtakes US to become Germany's top trading partner
China overtakes US to become Germany's top trading partner
Chancellor Friedrich Merz is also set to visit China next week.
Far-right push clouds Lagarde's ECB future — Why it matters
Far-right push clouds Lagarde's ECB future — Why it matters
The ECB chief says she’ll complete her term, despite reports of an early exit to influence the French election.
Will Franco‑German differences sink €100bn fighter jet plan?
Will Franco‑German differences sink €100bn fighter jet plan?
In an interview with DW, Airbus Defence CEO Mike Schoellhorn says the FCAS fighter jet project needs to be restructured.
Why a German shipping deal alarms Israel's government
Why a German shipping deal alarms Israel's government
Hapag-Lloyd's deal to buy Israel's Zim shipping firm is colliding with national-security red lines at a delicate moment.
China shock: Will Merz take on Germany's top rival?
China shock: Will Merz take on Germany's top rival?
Ahead of next week's Beijing trip, Merz faces calls to defend German industry from intense rivalry from China.
Economic Powerhouse China - A Risky Partner?
Economic Powerhouse China - A Risky Partner?
China is pushing into European markets - and striving for ever greater military power.
Bayer agrees to pay billions to settle Roundup lawsuits
Bayer agrees to pay billions to settle Roundup lawsuits
The lawsuits accuse the German chemical giant of failing to warn that glyphosate in Roundup weedkiller causes cancer.
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Science and Environment
How mercury from coal plants can cost lives
How mercury from coal plants can cost lives
Coal-fired power plants are a major source of mercury pollution for people and the planet. Here's what you need to know.
AI analyzes MRI scans to reveal our biological age
AI analyzes MRI scans to reveal our biological age
German radiologists use AI to reveal biological age. Boost muscles for a longer life. And: Tackling inherited trauma.
Brain fog, numb feet: How low vitamin B12 impacts nerves
Brain fog, numb feet: How low vitamin B12 impacts nerves
Vitamin B12 deficiency can damage nerves — how do you detect and treat it?
'Remarkable' new cat cancer genome could benefit humans
'Remarkable' new cat cancer genome could benefit humans
A profile of cancer in cats finds startling similarities to cancer in humans. It could help find new cancer treatments.
How AI simulates human connection
How AI simulates human connection
AI exhibits empathy and could influence human relationships in the future.
Muscle cramps: Causes, myths and why pickle juice might help
Muscle cramps: Causes, myths and why pickle juice might help
Magnesium for muscle cramps? Research shows minimal effect — so what does help?
AI in nursing homes: Combating loneliness
AI in nursing homes: Combating loneliness
Robot Willi is designed to engage lonely residents — but the technology has its limits.
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Travel
From boom to burden: How overtourism hit European cities
From boom to burden: How overtourism hit European cities
What turns certain places into tourist magnets? It isn't just the famous landmarks that are drawing sightseers.
Sleeper trains — the future of travel?
Sleeper trains — the future of travel?
A Berlin startup is developing compact sleeper cabins, designed to make night trains cheaper and greener.
Airlines start halting flights to Cuba amid US fuel blockade
Airlines start halting flights to Cuba amid US fuel blockade
Three Canadian airlines have suspended flights to Cuba as jet fuel runs out. Germany also issued a travel warning.
Forget planes. Meet the man who will only travel by train
Forget planes. Meet the man who will only travel by train
Trains or planes? For Mark Smith — the man from Seat 61 — there's only one way to travel. Even long-distance.
Green tourism: How Berlin is leading the way
Green tourism: How Berlin is leading the way
Germany's capital draws millions yearly and is easing the strain with eco-hotels, solar boats and sheep-grazed parks.
Insta vs. Reality? A look at Hamburg, Germany
Insta vs. Reality? A look at Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg, Germany's second-largest city: What is there to see and do?
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Sports
Winter Olympics 2026: Lasting impressions
Winter Olympics 2026: Lasting impressions
Milano Cortina will be remembered for a Norwegian superstar and a Ukrainian skeleton racer's "helmet of remembrance."
Skimo: What you need to know about the newest Olympic sport
Skimo: What you need to know about the newest Olympic sport
Skimo is making its Olympic debut at the Winter Games in Italy. What is this sport all about?
Winter Olympics hit by 'double-touching' curling controversy
Winter Olympics hit by 'double-touching' curling controversy
Athletes from Canada, Sweden, Britain and Germany have found themselves at the center of a curling controversy.
The Olympics and the myth of sporting neutrality
The Olympics and the myth of sporting neutrality
Whether for propaganda or for protest, the Olympics have often been a stage for political messaging.
How a heckled Canadian became Germany's Olympic hockey coach
How a heckled Canadian became Germany's Olympic hockey coach
Canadian-born Harold Kreis is embarking on his first Olympic Games as head coach of the German men's ice hockey team.
The German Olympic ski jump winner with a fear of heights
The German Olympic ski jump winner with a fear of heights
He has never won a World Cup event. That's just part of what makes his Olympic gold medal performance so incredible.
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DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: The Pilgrimage Church of Wies
#DailyDrone: The Pilgrimage Church of Wies
One of the world's most famous rococo churches can be found in Steingaden. The #DailyDrone takes you there.
#DailyDrone: Gustav Adolf Stave Church, Goslar
#DailyDrone: Gustav Adolf Stave Church, Goslar
Today, the #DailyDrone has a look at a wooden church in Goslar.
#DailyDrone: Chapel of the Trinity in Kappl
#DailyDrone: Chapel of the Trinity in Kappl
Heavenly Bavaria: The #DailyDrone flies to the pilgrimage baroque Chapel of the Trinity.
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