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President Donald Trump speaks next to U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during a cabinet meeting at the White House on March 26, 2026
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Iran war: Stocks sink as Trump pushes back Hormuz deadline

ConflictsMarch 27, 2026
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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.

Trump and other members of his administration at a table during a Cabinet meeting on March 26, 2026

Iran war: Trump extends pause on energy sector strikes

Iran war: Trump extends pause on energy sector strikes

President Trump said the US would prolong a pause on strikes of Iran's energy facilities for 10 days.
ConflictsMarch 27, 2026
A man in protective orange clothing standing on a beach in Barcelona holding a cable coming out of the sea

Does the Iran war put your internet at risk?

Does the Iran war put your internet at risk?

Inside the repair trap: Why data hubs and undersea cables in the conflict zone affect users far beyond the Middle East.
LifestyleMarch 26, 202603:26 min
A Chinese oil tanker in the port of Zhoushan, March 2018

US war in Iran: China casts itself as savior of SE Asia

US war in Iran: China casts itself as savior of SE Asia

As the Iran war sends fuel prices surging across Southeast Asia, Beijing is offering to help with the energy crisis.
ConflictsMarch 26, 2026
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March 27, 2026

Nepal: Ex-rapper Balendra Shah sworn in as prime minister

March 27, 2026

US court suspends Pentagon sanctions against Anthropic

March 27, 2026

Whale swims to freedom after days stranded on German beach

March 27, 2026

Two aid boats go missing en route to Cuba, says Mexico

March 27, 2026

In a first, Trump signature to appear on all US dollar bills

March 27, 2026

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Africa

A depiction of the transatlantic trade in African slaves in which captives are brought aboard a slave ship on the West African coast around 1880

UN resolution fuels global slavery reparations debate

A landmark UN resoultion has intensified the debate over reparations for the transatlantic slave trade
PoliticsMarch 26, 2026
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Asia

Anutin Charnvirakul holds a microphone surrounded by Bhumjaithai party members

Can Thailand's new government deliver on growth promises?

Reelected PM Anutin Charnvirakul's government will quickly be tested by steep economic challenges.
PoliticsMarch 26, 2026
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Germany

Stewardess leading two children over the airfield to the plane, Germany 1930s.

Lufthansa and the role of big business in the Holocaust

German airline Lufthansa is one of many big-name brands that collaborated with the Nazis during the Holocaust.
HistoryMarch 26, 2026
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Europe

A man holds a large Serbian flag outside the building of the Constitutional Court during a protest against a recently adopted judicial law, Belgrade, Serbia, February 9, 2026

International concern about rule of law in Serbia

There is growing concern about political pressure, controversial reforms and independence of Serbia's judicial system.
Law and JusticeMarch 26, 202603:56 min
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Middle East

A battery of Israel's Iron Dome air defense system deployed at Israel's southern border with the Gaza Strip

Israel's air defense strains under Iranian cluster assaults

Have years of conflict with Gaza and fresh Iranian strikes pushed Israel's famed Iron Dome to the brink?
ConflictsMarch 26, 202601:51 min
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North America

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'Looksmaxxing' — the manosphere beauty cult

The online trend has roots in misogyny — and its language is reaching the White House.
CultureMarch 26, 2026
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Latin America

People gather around a water tanker truck to fill up buckets and other containers as severe fuel shortages have disrupted water pumping and distribution, in Havana, Cuba

US sanctions, silent allies: Where have Cuba's friends gone?

A US oil embargo has plunged Cuba into crisis. Why are Cuba's traditional left‑wing allies staying silent?
PoliticsMarch 26, 202612:01 min
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March 26, 202601:33 min
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Ethiopia's electric vehicle revolution

How electric buses and taxis are reshaping transport in Addis Ababa.
March 26, 202626:04 min
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FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is the planet's biggest international tournament and is held every four years. The current men's champions are Argentina, while Spain are the women's titleholders.

A shot from the draw for the 2026 World Cup as Iran's name is drawn

Boycotts, bans and no-shows: Notable World Cup absentees

Boycotts, bans and no-shows: Notable World Cup absentees

Iran have qualified for the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico, but their participation is in doubt.
SportsMarch 26, 202612 images
A USA fan holds a flag with a football hat on during a match against Mexico

World Cup 2026: Cost, Trump and travel give fans pause

World Cup 2026: Cost, Trump and travel give fans pause

DW spoke to fans across the world to hear about five-figure expenditure, visa uncertainty and safety concerns.
SoccerMarch 26, 2026
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World Cup fans file ticket price complaint at EU

World Cup fans file ticket price complaint at EU

World Cup tickets reach eye-watering prices, with one seat resold for €163,000. Fans are asking the EU to step in.
SportsMarch 24, 2026
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A man in camouflage wearing what looks like VR glasses stands in a forest with a controller in his hands

Britain: Learning from Ukrainian soldiers

Ukrainians have become drone experts through Russia's war. The West benefits from their expertise.
SocietyMarch 26, 202604:41 min
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US-Israel war with Iran: How much does it really cost?

The US-Israel war with Iran is racking up enormous military costs. DW looks at where the money is going.
ConflictsMarch 26, 202602:43 min
Indians queue to obtain a cooking LPG gas cylinder in Noida, India

How countries are tackling the global energy crisis

With energy prices sky high, countries are looking to reduce demand. But how do they do it?
ConflictsMarch 25, 2026
This picture shows a "corrected" government banner in Hungary, covered with satirical messages

Hungary election: Man 'corrects' government campaign posters

Peter Heindl has for years been "correcting" the Hungarian government's posters in an act of political resistance.
PoliticsMarch 25, 202604:31 min
A plant of German carmaker Vokswagen (VW) is pictured in Osnabruck, Germany, on November 6, 2024

Is VW eyeing Iron Dome parts production at German plant?

VW tells DW it's exploring "viable options" after FT reported the firm is considering making defense parts for Israel.
BusinessMarch 25, 2026
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Kaja Kallas: EU seeks stronger partnership with Africa

The EU Vice President told DW the bloc wants to become Africa's preferred partner by prioritizing long-term cooperation.
PoliticsMarch 25, 202605:54 min
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Deutschland Köln 2025 | Flixtrain fährt in Hauptbahnhof ein | Fahrgäste warten auf Bahnsteig

Flixtrain takes on Deutsche Bahn

German railway company Flixtrain aims to launch new routes across Europe and order 65 new trains.
Cars and TransportationMarch 26, 202605:38 min
A bright blue train standing at a station, several people are walking on the platform.

Smart sleepers could be the glow-up night trains need

Europe has a bit of an on-off relationship with night trains. A Berlin team's smart cabin concept lead to commitment.
Nature and EnvironmentMarch 26, 2026
South African-Indian designer Shaakira Jassat stands in a laboratory wearing a white lab coat and blue latex gloves, conducting tests on various materials for her projects.

Shaakira Jassat: Turning eggshells into design objects

The South African-Indian designer develops sustainable building materials from natural resources.
LifestyleMarch 25, 202605:15 min
Ghana Accra 2026 | Sheabutter-Museum

Beyond skincare: Inside Ghana's Shea Butter Museum

Shea butter, Africa's "women's gold," is used around the world, but is rooted in tradition.
LifestyleMarch 25, 202603:13 min
A portion of cuoppo napoletano is held up in a pointed brown paper cone. In the background, a lively and colorful street in Naples can be seen.

Cuoppo Napoletano: Naples's answer to fish & chips

This popular street food from Naples combines seafood, vegetables and arancini served in a cone.
LifestyleMarch 23, 202604:18 min
Griechenland Donousa | Videostill für Fokus Europa auf der Insel Donousa im Winter

What it's like on a Greek island during winter?

No tourists, no stress: the winter pace of life for residents of Donousa.
SocietyMarch 23, 202602:15 min