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Chernobyl, Ukraine, was the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster. After a serious reactor accident in a nuclear power plant on April 26, 1986, a radioactive cloud contaminated the region and spread across Europe.

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Africa

People protest a day after the general election, following allegations of electoral irregularities in Arusha, Tanzania, Oct. 30, 2025

Tanzania's opposition criticizes 'whitewashing' of violence

A government-appointed commission reported that the 2025 post-election violence left at least 518 people dead.

Asia

Kim Jong Un grieves for his late father Kim Jong Il in the Kumsusan Memorial Palace (2011 file photo)

How North Korea exploits Christianity

Journalist Jonathan Cheng reveals how belief, ritual, and devotion protect the Kim dynasty in North Korea.

Germany

Is the far-right AfD misusing its parliamentary questions?

Critics say the far-right AfD is using parliamentary questions to pressure political opponents.

Europe

Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk, a man with a bald head, a beard and dark glasses, sits in a dimly-lit room and gestures with his left hand as he speaks to DW

Former Ukraine PM: Russia-Ukraine peace talks a 'sham'

Vladimir Putin still wants to occupy all of Ukraine, Arseniy Yatsenyuk tells DW in an exclusive interview.

Middle East

Amal Khalil, a Lebanese journalist working for the daily Al-Akhbar newspaper, reports near a destroyed bridge in Qasmiyeh, Lebanon, March 22, 2026.

Lebanese journalist killed in Israeli airstrike

Amal Khalil died while she was covering Israel-Hezbollah clashes in southern Lebanon. The UN has condemned the killing.

North America

A vial and a syringe sit on a table at the City of Lubbock Health Department in Texas, US

Is the US experiencing a vaccine crisis?

Measles is back. Vaccines are contested. What does healthy mean in America today?

Latin America

A banner that reads "Brasil: The Industry of today. Partner Country 2026" outside a convention hall in Hannover

Brazil sees chance to power Europe's energy transition

At the Hannover trade fair, Brazilian companies are pitching low-emission tech to energy-conscious European customers.

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Indians forced to return home as Iran war rocks Gulf economy

The future for Indians working in the Gulf remains unclear, and now India itself is feeling the economic impact.

Peter Magyar, leader of the opposition Tisza party, waves the Hungarian flag on stage, his free hand holding up an index finger to celebrate his election win

Hungary's election victor Peter Magyar faces major hurdles

No rule of law, no free media, Orban loyalists everywhere — how quickly can Peter Magyar bring about change?

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Amid fuel crisis, a bold move to leave oil and gas behind

In Colombia, delegates from more than 50 countries want to chart a practical path to wean the world off fossil fuels.

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World Malaria Day: Uganda vaccine rollout shows promise

Ahead of World Malaria Day on April 25, Uganda's malaria vaccine rollout is gaining trust among local residents

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Amnesty International paints a grim picture for human rights

In its 2025/2026 report, the human rights watchdog Amnesty International calls out "predatory behavior."

Young, distraught women cling to the t-shirt of their father, whose face is not visible, as he is removed by immigration agents.

'Separated by ICE' wins World Press Photo of the Year

Trauma, war, climate change, hope: The images of the 2026 World Press Photo Contest depict the reality of our time.

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SA Dream homes: Cape Town family home

South African interior designer Lisa-Marie Theophilus is not afraid to mix textures and prints.

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Natural molecule could provide Ozempic, Wegovy alternative

Scientists hope a naturally occurring molecule could refine treatments for obesity, offering fewer side effects.

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A booklover's dream holiday in Scotland

As UNESCO celebrates World Book Day on April 23, we visit a Scottish coastal town that was saved by books.

Women sit at a table with mugs, knitting. In the background, rolls of yarn are on display to be sold

Craft cafes in Brussels are a refuge from digital stress

At these Belgian cafes, laptops and phones are out — replaced by knitting needles or arts and crafts supplies.

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Humanoid robots outrun humans at Beijing half-marathon

A robot, aptly named Lightning, has raced past his human competition at a running event in China's capital.

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Is Dresden as impressive as social media makes it out to be?

Is the German city of Dresden really as beautiful as Instagram makes it out to be? We check it out.

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