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From DW News. TikTok said it would "go dark" in the United States on Sunday unless the government intervenes and assures that service providers won’t be held liable for breaking a law banning the video-sharing platform. The statement comes after the US Supreme Court upheld a law banning TikTok from operating in America, unless the…
From DW News. Following a meeting that went into the early hours of Saturday morning, the Israeli Cabinet approved the terms of a six-week Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. The Office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli government had "approved the framework for the return of the hostages." The agreement…
From DW News. The ceasefire in Gaza would release dozens of hostages held there and pause the 15-month long Israel-Hamas war, bringing the sides a step closer to ending their deadliest and most destructive fighting ever. The ceasefire deal itself is comprised of three stages, with the final stage requiring the reconstruction of Gaza. Yet…
From DW News. Three lawyers of the late Kremlin critic Navalny have been sentenced to prison for "extremism" charges. The verdict comes ahead of the first anniversary of Navalny’s death in February 2024, under unclear circumstances in a prison camp. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the…
From DW News. Greeland is keeping a nervous watch on developments in Washington. Incoming President Donald Trump has said he wants to take control of the island to bolster US national security. But although self-governing, Greenland is part of Denmark. DW correspondent Jack Parrock reports from the capital Nuuk on how Greenlanders view Trump’s designs…
From DW News. The US Supreme Court has upheld a law banning TikTok from operating in America – unless the platform is sold by its Chinese parent company. The justices agreed the risk to national security from TikTok’s Chinese onwership outweighs concerns about limiting freedom of speech. The ban would come into force from Sunday.…
From DW News. China is America’s biggest customer for agricultural products. Now that President-elect Donald Trump has promised to impose steep tariffs on China, many farmers in America’s heartland fear the response from Beijing could break them. 00:00 US farmers fear China’s response to Trump’s tarrifs 03:09 Steven Beardsley, DW Business For more news go…
From DW News. Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in a corruption case. He’s already behind bars for other graft convictions. His wife Bushra Bibi was given a seven-year prison term. The couple had been accused of accepting land from a real estate tycoon in exchange for…
From DW News. Israel’s security cabinet has agreed to the six-week ceasefire deal in Gaza – the full cabinet is now meeting to vote on the deal’s terms. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says final details have been ironed out, after previously claiming that Hamas had back-tracked on parts of the agreement. Far-right national security minister…
From DW News. Iran and Russia are expected to sign a major new strategic partnership treaty during a visit to Moscow by Iran’s president. Masoud Pezeshkian has been holding talks with President Vladimir Putin before signing the deal. The Kremlin says it covers areas from trade and military cooperation to science, education and culture. Both…
From DW News. Donald Trump is headed back to the White House, and already it appears it won’t be business as usual for US foreign policy. What will “America First” mean for the world? Some hope he’ll succeed where his predecessor failed to find lasting peace in Ukraine and the Middle East. But Trump’s latest…
From DW News. After a day of delay and accusations, Israel’s Security Cabinet is now in session, discussing whether to approve the latest ceasefire deal for Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says final details have now been ironed out, after previously claiming that Hamas had back-tracked on parts of the agreement. If the Security Cabinet…
From DW News. A journalist interrupted Secretary of State Antony Blinken during his farewell speech, accusing him of complicity in genocide over the US government’s support of Israel in Gaza. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow…
From DW News. Donald Trump is headed back to the White House, and already it appears it won’t be business-as-usual for US foreign policy. What will “America First” mean for the world? Some hope he’ll succeed where his predecessor failed to find lasting peace in Ukraine and the Middle East. But Trump’s latest comments about…
From DW News. Airlines have been forced to divert flights over the Gulf of Mexico to avoid debris from a malfunctioning test of SpaceX’s Starship rocket. The upper stage of the rocket broke up minutes after launching from Texas. The Starship upper stage, two meters (6.56 feet) taller than previous versions, successfully detached from its…
From DW News. Ahead of Germany’s elections, DW’s political team discuss the big issues dominating the campaign. Hear why the man with the best chances of becoming the next chancellor, conservative CDU leader Friedrich Merz, isn’t as tough on immigration as he sounds. Why the far-right Alternative for Germany is striking a more radical tone.…
From DW News. Donald Trump is headed back to the White House, and already it appears it won’t be business as usual for US foreign policy. What will “America First” mean for the world? Some hope he’ll succeed where his predecessor failed to find lasting peace in Ukraine and the Middle East. But Trump’s latest…
From DW News. The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to take effect Sunday. The European Commission has announced a €120 million aid package for Gaza in the current year. But when it comes to rebuilding the shattered territory, that’s a drop in the bucket. Meanwhile, the question of who will govern the Gaza…
From DW News. Cell phone footage captured the moment debris from a failed SpaceX rocket launch flew overhead, as the wreckage left behind a colorful stream of smoke. A SpaceX Starship rocket failed in space eight minutes after launching from Texas, forcing airlines to alter their course to avoid falling debris and setting back Elon…
From DW News. After a day of delay and accusations, Israel’s Security Cabinet is expected to meet later today to approve a ceasefire deal for Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the final details have now been ironed out after earlier claiming that Hamas had backtracked on parts of the agreement. However, Israeli National Security…
From DW News. David Lynch, known for his surrealist style of filmmaking, has died at the age of 78. The American director was known for films ‘Blue Velvet,’ ‘Mulholland Drive,’ and the renowned series ‘Twin Peaks.’ Chapter Breakdown: 0:00 David Lynch dies at age 78 1:11 KJ Matthews, Entertainment Journalist, on David Lynch being a…
From DW News. US President Joe Biden has warned that America’s democracy is under threat from the rising power of an ultra-wealthy elite and ‘tech-industrial complex.’ He gave the warning in his farewell speech from the White House, days ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Biden also warned that artificial intelligence could pose new threats to…
From DW News. Israeli’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said on Thursday that his party will resign from the government if a ceasefire deal with Hamas is approved. #dwnewsshorts #israel #gazaceasefire For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502…
From DW News. The outgoing US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed confidence that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will go into effect on Sunday. Blinken said diplomats were in the process of tying up what he called a loose end. But Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has threatened to resign from…
From DW News. A mother dog amazed veterinarians by carrying her unconscious, hypothermic puppy to their clinic. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für…
From DW News. It’s nearly three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, and the Ukrainian armed forces are struggling to recruit enough troops. Kyiv is under pressure from the United States to lower the mobilization age from 25 to 18. It’s an unpopular prospect, pushing some young men and their families to make…
From DW News. In a laundromat in northern England, an 84-year-old man drives a robber away with a pair of jeans. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook:…
From DW News. Taiwan is the world champion for semiconductors – TSMC makes two thirds of the world’s microchips, and its profit rose 57% to a record high in the last quarter of 2024. Chip production accounts for a quarter of Taiwan’s economy. Ray Yang, strategy consultant at Taiwan’s Industrial Technology Research Institute, says AI…
From DW News. Beijing is again targeting high growth for 2025, despite ongoing economic problems including low consumer demand and stagnating prices. Logan Wright with research firm Rhodium Group breaks down where China’s numbers stray from reality and what’s to expect for one of the world’s largest economies in 2025. For more news go to:…
From DW News. Donald Trump is headed back to the White House, and already it appears it won’t be business-as-usual for US foreign policy. What will “America First” mean for the world? Some hope he’ll succeed where his predecessor failed to find lasting peace in Ukraine and the Middle East. But Trump’s latest comments about…
From DW News. Hamas’s October 7 terror attacks in 2023 saw militants kidnap 80 residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz and 19 from neighboring Kfar Aza. Ever since then, hostages’ family members have endured an agonizing wait for news. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election…
From DW News. Europe’s economic future is at stake. It has fallen far behind the US on multiple metrics and is not productive or innovative enough to close the gap. Now the return of Donald Trump to the White House has raised more existential questions. Can the EU do what is needed to secure a…
From DW News. The Palestinian Civil Defense Agency has reported deadly Israeli strikes on Gaza despite a ceasefire deal set to go into effect on Sunday. Israel’s prime minister says his Cabinet has postponed its approval of the ceasefire deal, accusing Hamas of backtracking on certain terms. Hamas has denied the accusation. #Gaza #Israel #Ceasefire…
From DW News. Israel’s prime minister says his Cabinet has postponed its approval of the ceasefire deal, accusing Hamas of backtracking on certain terms. Hamas has denied the accusation. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW…
From DW News. Quality issues and fatal accidents have landed Boeing in its worst crisis in 100 years. What went wrong — and can it recover? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on social media:…
From DW News. Joint press conference by the Chair of the NATO Military Committee, the Supreme Allied Commander Europe and the Supreme Allied Commander Transformation • Chair of the NATO Military Committee, Admiral Rob Bauer • Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Christopher G. Cavoli • Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, Admiral Pierre Vandier #NATO #MilitaryCommittee For…
From DW News. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office says his security cabinet will not meet to approve an agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down from an attempt to "extort last-minute concessions." Netanyahu’s office accuses Hamas of reneging on parts of the…
From DW News. After months of negotiations, Israel and Hamas have agreed on the terms of a ceasefire that could end the war in Gaza. Even though mediators have confirmed the deal, which is due to take effect on Sunday, Israel’s government has yet to ratify it. It says final details are still being worked…
From DW News. Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi spent years incarcerated for political reasons. She and other human rights activists say torture and sexual violence against women are widespread in Iran’s prisons. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our…
From DW News. Qatar’s Prime Minister has announced a ceasefire will take effect between Israel and Hamas on January 19. Qatar has been playing a key role as mediator in the ceasefire talks. In the US, both President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump announced a deal has gone through. But Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
From DW News. Very soon, Donald Trump will be back in the White House as the US President. It’s a change of power that’s expected to have far-reaching consequences for the United States — and also for the rest of the world. Leaders from America’s neighbors, here in Europe, and other capitals around the globe…
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From DW News. The ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles have killed at least 25 people. The biggest worry now remains the threat of more strong winds that could spark new blazes or help spread existing fires. Gusts have been weaker than expected, as emergency crews and residents in some areas start the clean-up. For more…
From DW News. Celebrations erupted across Gaza as news spread of an imminent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews…
From DW News. US President Joe Biden delivers his farewell address to the nation. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher…
From DW News. Russia has once again launched dozens of long-range ballistic and cruise missiles, targeting Ukraine’s national energy grid. Authorities said two critical infrastructure facilities were struck in the western region of Lviv, close to the Polish border. Emergency power cuts have been imposed in several regions. Kyiv also came under attack, with hundreds…
From DW News. Not everyone has the resources to build a fire-resistant home like this one in Pacific Palisades. Designed by architect Michael Kovac, the house withstood last week’s Los Angeles fires thanks to sustainable, fire-resistant features For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025…
From DW News. Israeli and Hamas officials say a ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza has been reached. US President-elect Donald Trump has also announced an agreement on social media. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said in a statement that several points still needed to be resolved but expected them to be "finalized…
From DW News. After facing criticism for years for only prosecuting African leaders, the ICC has changed course. But a recent warrant for the arrest of the Israeli Prime Minister has led the West to question the legitimacy of the court. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on…
From DW News. NATO is stepping up its response to what it sees as an increasing threat to vital infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. The military alliance is launching a new mission to protect undersea cables after a spate of alleged attacks by Russia’s so-called shadow fleet. Finland has detained one tanker suspected of involvement…
From DW News. The German cabinet has approved plans to authorize the military to shoot down any drones deemed to be suspicious. This follows numerous drone sightings over critical military and industrial sites. Investigators believe they could be collecting information for possible acts of sabotage or terrorism – and Russia is the prime suspect. For…
From DW News. Germany’s far-right AfD party wants no enlargement of the EU, least of all the accession of Ukraine, says Beatrix von Storch, a leading figure of the party. She also called for a halt to German weapon deliveries to Kyiv and an end to the fighting in Ukraine. Beatrix von Storch is a…
From DW News. Mediators in Qatar say Israel and Hamas are closing in on a ceasefire deal in Gaza. Officials involved in the talks say Hamas has accepted a draft truce agreement, that would secure the release of dozens of hostages. Another 17 people died overnight in Israeli air strikes, according to medics in Gaza.…
From DW News. The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee holds a hearing to consider the nomination of Marc Rubio to become Secretary of State in the Trump administration. US President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for secretary of state Rubio is one of a trio of China hawks whom Donald Trump has tapped for senior roles, including…
From DW News. Suspended South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been detained for briefly imposing martial law in December. The former prosecutor could face life in jail or even the death penalty if found guilty. The Asian country’s anti-corruption agency confirmed Yoon had been detained hours after hundreds of investigators and police officers arrived…
From DW News. Only days before his inauguration, Donald Trump announced major political plans, including the possibility of taking Greenland by military force or taking over Canada. Ines Pohl, DW’s Washington Bureau Chief, spoke at length with former General Ben Hodges about the likelihood of these threats becoming a reality, as well as Trump’s announcement…
From DW News. Baltic Sea NATO members met in Helsinki after a series of outages and damage to power cables, telecom links and gas pipelines, announcing a new mission aiming to deter such disruptions thought to be linked to Russia. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the…
From DW News. Masks and costumes bring alive this 1400-year old tradition in North Macedonia that celebrates the arrival of the Orthodox New Year with a two-day carnival. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ For more news, analysis and background information on the German election 2025 go to our dedicated page: https://www.dw.com/en/german-election-2025/t-70794502 Follow DW on…
From DW News. As Joe Biden gets ready to hand over power to Donald Trump we look at the legacy Biden leaves behind. The 46th president of the United States entered the White House in the midst of Covid-19. Now, four years on, it’s time to reflect on the successes and failures of the Biden…
From DW News. Donald Trump’s political rise to a second term in the White House was accompanied by claims that he spread misinformation on issues like immigration or public health. Key figures in his team are accused of pushing false narratives. And analysts fear this could erode trust in political institutions. DW Fact Check dives…