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Germany: Difficult first year for Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Germany: Difficult first year for Chancellor Friedrich Merz
A year after taking office, Germany's federal leadership is struggling with the drudgery of coalition governance.
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Politics
Merz 'not giving up' on Germany's relationship with US
Merz 'not giving up' on Germany's relationship with US
Merz said there was "no connection" between disagreements over the Iran war and the pullout of US troops from Germany.
Germany: Couple admits €1.9 million parking meter thefts
Germany: Couple admits €1.9 million parking meter thefts
Nearly two million euros disappeared from parking meters in a picturesque Bavarian town — but no one noticed for years.
Car strikes crowd in central Leipzig
Car strikes crowd in central Leipzig
German authorities are investigating a car crash that killed two people in the eastern German city of Leipzig.
Russia offers Ukraine May 8-9 WWII anniversary ceasefire
Russia offers Ukraine May 8-9 WWII anniversary ceasefire
While unilaterally declaring the truce, Russia also threatened "massive missile attacks" on Kyiv if Ukraine declines.
Trump says cutting US troops in Germany 'a lot further'
Trump says cutting US troops in Germany 'a lot further'
Top Republicans have warned that reducing troop numbers sends the "wrong signal" to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
US to withdraw thousands of troops from Germany
US to withdraw thousands of troops from Germany
The move comes amid rising tensions after the German chancellor said the US was being "humiliated" by Iran's leadership.
The significance of US military bases in Germany
The significance of US military bases in Germany
How many US bases are there in the country now, and what's their strategic importance for Washington?
Germany needs no tips from Donald Trump, says Merz's deputy
Germany needs no tips from Donald Trump, says Merz's deputy
Germany's vice chancellor says US President Donald Trump has made a mess of the Iran war and should focus on ending it.
Why press freedom matters to everyone, not just journalists
Why press freedom matters to everyone, not just journalists
Former UN special rapporteur David Kaye explains why free speech is about your right to know — not just who speaks.
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Culture and Society
From India to Iran: How Hitler redefined 'Aryan' for Nazism
From India to Iran: How Hitler redefined 'Aryan' for Nazism
The term is still linked to Nazi Germany and its ideal blond, blue eyed "Aryan" citizen. But its origins lie elsewhere.
Georg Baselitz, renowned for upside-down paintings, dies
Georg Baselitz, renowned for upside-down paintings, dies
The German artist who never lost his rebellious streak has died at the age of 88.
Summer mail barge returns to Germany's Spreewald canals
Summer mail barge returns to Germany's Spreewald canals
In the Spreewald region of Brandenburg, southeast of Berlin, the summer months see the return of mail delivery by barge.
DW Freedom of Speech Award laureates through the years
DW Freedom of Speech Award laureates through the years
Get to know our courageous and impressive Freedom of Speech Award laureates.
2026 Goethe Medal: Meet the recipients
2026 Goethe Medal: Meet the recipients
Though they work in different fields and countries, what unites them is their focus on a Europe in transition.
'Rose' and the piece of fabric that embodies gender politics
'Rose' and the piece of fabric that embodies gender politics
Director Markus Schleinzer discusses why women passing as men inspired his historical drama, starring Sandra Hüller.
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Business
Where Germany's economy still excels
Where Germany's economy still excels
Germany has fallen behind on solar panels, semiconductors and even cars, but midsize businesses haven't lost their edge.
Trump to raise tariffs on cars, trucks from EU to 25%
Trump to raise tariffs on cars, trucks from EU to 25%
President Donald Trump said he's raising tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union next week to 25%.
How the Iran war is hurting travelers, airline industry
How the Iran war is hurting travelers, airline industry
Facing rising fuel costs and potential supply shortages, Europeans may have to reconsider their summer travel plans.
Gender investment gap: Are women catching up with men?
Gender investment gap: Are women catching up with men?
Online brokers are increasingly targeting women investors. Can this help bridge the gender investment gap?
Germany's chemical industry hit by high energy prices
Germany's chemical industry hit by high energy prices
The crisis has hit the country's largest chemical park, Leuna. But alternatives to fossil fuels are emerging.
German economy under pressure
German economy under pressure
High costs and red tape are driving companies out of Germany.
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Science and Environment
What is Hantavirus?
What is Hantavirus?
Hantavirus alert on a cruise ship in the Atlantic: What are the symptoms of the disease and how does infection occur?
Europe battles escalating forest fires amid severe drought
Europe battles escalating forest fires amid severe drought
Wildfires are raging across Germany, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, and Italy — unusually early.
Prostate cancer: The shift in early detection
Prostate cancer: The shift in early detection
Germany now combines PSA tests with imaging to detect serious disease earlier and tailor treatment.
Wolves in Germany: Kill or protect?
Wolves in Germany: Kill or protect?
The return of wolves in Germany: Celebrated by wildlife activists, a cause for concern for farmers.
Study busts myth: German 'spring fatigue' doesn't exist
Study busts myth: German 'spring fatigue' doesn't exist
Do we really feel tired in spring? Researchers say, "there's no such thing." That doesn't stop Germans feeling that way.
Autonomous tractors are a farmer's dream come true
Autonomous tractors are a farmer's dream come true
Autonomous tractors can plow, seed and monitor crops, but getting to and from fields remains a hurdle.
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Travel
Is Dresden as impressive as social media makes it out to be?
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.
Smart sleepers could be the glow-up night trains need
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 led to commitment.
Tips for women traveling alone in Germany
Tips for women traveling alone in Germany
Our reporter explores safe, stress-free solutions for female travelers in Germany.
US-Israel war on Iran could end Middle East tourism boom
US-Israel war on Iran could end Middle East tourism boom
The US-Israeli war and Iran's retaliatory strikes could reverse the tourism growth on the Arabian Peninsula.
Cologne Cathedral to start charging admission fee
Cologne Cathedral to start charging admission fee
The cathedral attracts some 6.6 million visitors annually.
Is sustainable travel possible in times of mass tourism?
Is sustainable travel possible in times of mass tourism?
Travel can worsen overtourism and climate change but also promote cultural exchange and help the economy.
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.
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Sports
Women's Champions League: Bayern fall to Barcelona in semis
Women's Champions League: Bayern fall to Barcelona in semis
Bayern Munich have come up short in their bid to win their first Women's Champions League, with Barcelona too strong.
World Cup protests, prices and politics in focus at FIFA
World Cup protests, prices and politics in focus at FIFA
Protests in Vancouver and a fierce debate over ticket prices and politics marked FIFA talks ahead of the World Cup.
Bundesliga games abroad unlikely, but for how long?
Bundesliga games abroad unlikely, but for how long?
New proposals from FIFA will allow domestic leagues to host one game abroad a season. It could spark major changes.
Bundesliga debut by female coach marred by misogyny
Bundesliga debut by female coach marred by misogyny
Marie-Louise Eta's historic debut ended in defeat. The reactions to it leave no doubt about how much work remains.
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DAILY DRONE
The Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz
The Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz
The Garden Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz was the first landscape garden on the European mainland based on the English style.
#DailyDrone: Herrenhausen Gardens
#DailyDrone: Herrenhausen Gardens
Who wouldn't want to own a garden like this one? Today, the #DailyDrone presents the Herrenhausen Gardens in Hanover.
#DailyDrone: Goethe’s Garden House
#DailyDrone: Goethe’s Garden House
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s small cottage is located on the Ilm. It is our daily drone destination in Weimar today.
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