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Germany news: Bus and tram strikes hit several states hard

A public transport strike has hit several German states, leaving commuters scrambling for alternatives. DW has more.

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India news: 'Suggestive' song row reaches parliament

"Sexually suggestive" song lyrics have provoked anger in India with the controversy now reaching parliament. Follow DW.

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Africa

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and King Charles III during the state banquet held at Windsor Castle on March 18, 2026

UK–Nigeria relations in focus as London hosts Tinubu

Amid severe geopolitical quakes, what do both countries aim to achieve?

Asia

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More families in Southeast Asia sinking into debt

Analysts warn that the region's growing dependence on borrowing risks triggering wider financial stress.

Germany

Using a special crane, a 156-ton steam generator is lifted from its original position in Unit 3 of what was once the largest nuclear power plant in East Germany,

Nuclear's cleanup cost threatens the expansion dream

Countries are racing to build new reactors. But we've barely figured out how to clean up the old ones.

Europe

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What's at stake in Slovenia's parliamentary election?

The outcome of Sunday's election in Slovenia could change both the country's course and future alliances within the EU.

Middle East

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Iran war triggers helium shortage, hits semiconductor supply

Among the latest geopolitical uncertainties for chipmakers is a shortage of helium that could slow global production.

North America

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Pete Hegseth has been loyal defense secretary for Trump

Former soldier and TV host Pete Hegseth calls himself a Christian patriot; critics say he's a far-right agitator.

Latin America

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Cuba faces economic collapse as US oil blockade hits tourism

Cut off from Venezuelan oil, Cuba faces an acute energy crisis, leading to canceled flights and deepening economic woes.

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US-Israel war with Iran

Fighting has erupted in Iran and the Middle East after Israel and the US attacked the country, following a US military build-up in the region.

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Communities across the world struggle with rising water levels.

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Defense and military spending

Defense policies are changing rapidly, and military spending is surging worldwide amid growing conflicts and tensions.

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Inside NATO's Arctic operation preparing for a Russia crisis

NATO is ramping up activity at its Arctic Sentry mission amid rising Russia tensions. DW reports from the High North.

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North Korea watches and learns as US attacks Iran

Experts say the war in Iran is a lesson for North Korea that nuclear deterrence works.

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What does the Iran war mean for the US defense sector?

US defense companies are being called on to ramp up production to meet fresh demand from the war in Iran.

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Allies to adversaries: US-Iran relations over the decades

From alliance to hostility: DW traces the crises shaping today's conflict between Iran and the United States.

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Trump delays China trip during US-Israel war on Iran

The war with Iran is reshaping US President Donald Trump's agenda — and the trade-and-tech leverage wielded by China.

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Russian Orthodox Church makes inroads in Africa

The Russian Orthodox Church is expanding in Africa. Experts see this as an expression of the Kremlin's soft power.

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President Sassou-Nguesso wins Congo-Brazzaville's election

Provisional results announced showed Nguesso with nearly 95% of the vote; his closest rival received less than 2%.

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Thirty years ago, counterculturalists declared the internet an independent space. Where did the hippie utopia go wrong?

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Has Europe's center-right started relying on the far right?

With Europe's center-right increasingly teaming up with the far-right in the European Parliament, a shift may be afoot.

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Fed up with rising fuel costs? Cartoonist builds his own EV

A low‑cost electric vehicle, but in a country without public charging stations.

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Galette: The savory side of the crêpe

In Brittany, the galette is a staple of traditional French cuisine.

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The German village running on its own juice

One tiny German village has managed to make itself immune to global energy price shocks.

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Ancient graffiti reveals scenes of everyday life in Pompeii

Researchers are turning to the Pompeii's graffiti to better understand their lives, humor and concerns.

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How to visit Vienna on a budget

Here are our top tips for saving time and money when you travel to the Austrian capital, Vienna.

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Here are 10 important facts about the popular party celebrated each year on March 17.

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