DW News is a global English-language news and information channel from German public international broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW), established in summer 2015.
From DW News. The threat of a renewed global nuclear arms race came a little closer to reality as the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the United States and Russia expired at midnight GMT on Thursday. The New START pact and its predecessors had for decades imposed limits on the world’s two largest…
From DW News. Armed extremists attacked a pair of villages in western Nigeria overnight, a lawmaker and medics said on Wednesday, killing at least 162 people in one of the deadliest assaults of its kind in recent months. The attacks targeted the villages of Woro and Nuku in Kwara state, Mohammed Omar Bio, a member…
From DW News. Katie Uhlaender claims Olympic rivals Canada denied her the chance to reach her sixth Winter Games by cheating. The top sports court CAS has now blocked the US skeleton athlete’s latest effort to compete in what would have been her 6th Olympics. #KatieUhlaender #2026Olympics #Olympics #dwsports For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/…
From DW News. In Indonesia, concerns over the growing influence of white supremacy on young people. It follows a bomb attack last year on a Jakarta mosque. The November bomb attack in the Indonesian capital injured about a hundred people. A 17-year-old student is the chief suspect. Our report looks at how certain violent and…
From DW News. Social media footage captured the moment a train in Russia exploded in a huge fireball. Russia’s Ministry of Emergencies told state media outlet TASS that "several cars" had "derailed." Officials say the incident is under investigation. #Russia #Explosion #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews…
From DW News. Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are set to begin the second day of talks in Abu Dhabi, aiming to end Moscow’s full-scale invasion, which has lasted nearly four years. The first day of trilateral talks in the Emirati capital concluded on Wednesday with Kyiv describing the negotiations as "substantive and productive,"…
From DW News. This year marks the official start of a mass migration of practicing Jews from India, who say they are one of the long lost tribes of Israel. After centuries of displacement and decades of political debate, some have already made the move to what they see as their homeland on their own.…
From DW News. Last Friday, US authorities released another batch of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein, if you need reminding, was a convicted sex offender. He died in a New York prison in 2019 while awaiting another trial for running a sex trafficking operation involving underage girls. The latest release – made up of…
From DW News. The US is leading efforts to limit China’s monopoly over much of the world’s supply of critical minerals. Lithium, cobalt and graphite, just to name a few, may not top the list of geopolitical weapons, but they are the components that make our 21st century hi-tech world, from smart phones to car…
From DW News. Human Rights Watch is warning against rising authoritarianism and growing pressure on democracy around world. The watchdog’s annual report says there were rights abuses in more than 100 countries last year. It warns that the US, China and Russia are undermining the rules-based international order and long-standing rights protections. The group says…
From DW News. Aldi began as a small family-run grocery store in Germany and has quietly grown into a global retail powerhouse. In the US, the German supermarket chain is booming. Why do so many American households shop there, and how does the company’s ultra-efficient model fuel its rapid expansion? #DWBusiness For more news go…
From DW News. Extremists killed at least 170 people in two villages in Kwara State, western Nigeria. No group has claimed responsibility. In a separate attack in the north, armed bandits killed over two dozen people in Doma village, Katsina State. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok:…
From DW News. The last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the US and Russia expires on Thursday. With no replacement in place, both countries could be free to develop nuclear weapons without limits, at a time of multiple international crises. There are worries it could lead to a new arms race. For more news…
From DW News. At least 24 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza. Several children and a medic who rushed to help victims of an earlier attack were among the victims. Over 550 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire stared in October last year, according to Gaza’s health…
From DW News. India is signing major trade deals as it seeks to engage more with the global economy. From new partnerships to strategic market access, these agreements could reshape India’s role in global trade — and challenge established powers. What’s driving this push, and can India turn trade ambitions into real economic influence? For…
From DW News. Why is German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Tonga, of all places? And why did he just formally open diplomatic relations with the tiny island of Niue? It has to do with the region being a geopolitical battleground, and Germany trying to assert its relevance. And it has to do with an…
From DW News. As peace talks between Russia and Ukraine began in Abu Dhabi earlier today the Kremlin said it would not end the war until Kyiv agrees to its terms. They include giving up the Donbas, a strategic and mineral-rich region. Ukraine has rejected the demand, saying it will not give up land that…
From DW News. Residents of South Florida in the US have started their spring cleaning a little early by rounding up green iguanas in their gardens, on sidewalks, and on streets. Unusually low temperatures have sent the iguana population into temporary hibernation, presenting authorities with what they see as a unique conservation opportunity for a…
From DW News. The New START treaty between the US and Russia was signed back in 2010 to further increase nuclear disarmament. However, the agreement is set to expire on February 5. What would this mean for the rest of the world? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews…
From DW News. Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced a plan to ban social media for youths under the age of 16. He says it’s necessary to protect children from a so-called a ‘digital wild west.’ 00:00 Spain becomes latest country to announce plans to ban social media for minors under 16 02:27 Alana…
From DW News. Native Americans in Minneapolis are rushing to secure tribal IDs amid ICE raids, raising concerns over racial profiling and sparking community outrage. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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 Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #ICE…
From DW News. Social media is buzzing with alarming claims: "WHO just classified the contraceptive pill as a carcinogen like tobacco and alcohol." But is that correct? The WHO’s cancer agency did classify certain pills as carcinogenic, but that happened many years ago, not yesterday. And the science is more complex. Here’s what you need…
From DW News. China’s AI models like Deep Seek are matching US performance at lower costs, reshaping the global tech race. Experts discuss what’s next for AI in 2026. Check out full episodes and subscribe here: https://pod.link/1840373319 For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter:…
From DW News. The cold weather is having an impact on Florida. Iguanas are falling from trees! Prolonged cold weather can cause reptiles to enter a state of stiffness in which they temporarily lose muscle control. #usa #florida #iguana #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews…
From DW News. When Israel annexed East Jerusalem in 1967, it began evicting Palestinian families. And the evictions have continued to this day. The United Nations human rights office has warned the actions could amount to war crimes. One of the most extensive expulsions has been in the Batan al-Hawa neighborhood of Silwan, where dozens…
From DW News. Russia’s air attack hit Ukraine’s energy system during sub-zero temperatures, cutting power to thousands and prompting accusations from President Zelenskyy that Moscow broke a promised pause. #Ukraine #Ukrainewar #Russia #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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…
From DW News. Amid the Greenland tensions, lots of Europeans ask: What if you didn’t have to rely on US big tech firms but have smart and safe digital tools, some right here in Europe? #BigTech #bigtechalternatives #techapps #dwdigital For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook:…
From DW News. US President Donald Trump has made a plea for Americans to move on from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Trump had spent months trying to block the disclosure of millions of files linked to the late sex offender Epstein, before relenting late last year. He now says the latest release of documents and…
From DW News. Peter Mandelson, a former heavyweight of the UK political scene, is stepping down from his position in the House of Lords in light of new revelations in the Epstein files, the speaker of the house announced on Tuesday. Mandelson’s connection to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein was already known about, but newly released…
From DW News. As many as 150,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed or are missing in action in the war with Russia. Nearly half a million are thought to have been wounded. After almost four years of fighting, doctors in Ukraine have developed skills in treating complex combat injuries — including facial reconstruction. DW’s special…
From DW News. Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has met with Donald Trump at the White House in an attempt to defuse months of tensions. Petro said they discussed exporting Venezuelan gas through Colombia, anti‑drug cooperation, and strains with Ecuador. Both leaders hailed the meeting as very positive. This shift in tone comes just weeks after…
From DW News. Bill and Hilary Clinton have agreed to testify before the US Congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The former president and former Secretary of State initially defied a subpoena from the House Oversight Committee. But they have now bowed to the threat of being held in contempt of Congress, which is punishable by…
From DW News. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of ignoring US efforts to end the war, pointing to Russia bombarding Kyiv just before peace talks are due to restart tomorrow. Ukrainian officials say a record number of ballistic missiles targeted the national energy grid. Residents in Kyiv are struggling through one of the…
From DW News. Just weeks after a joint venture deal saved Tiktok from being banned in the US, there are serious questions about how TikTok US is being run. Users and watchdogs are accusing TikTok US of censoring content in the United States. They say posts about the deadly shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis…
From DW News. A rape trial is rocking the royal family in Norway and raising questions over the future of the monarchy in the Scandinavian country. The accused is 29-year-old Marius Borg Høiby. He’s the son of Norway’s Crown Princess – but outside the line of succession as he was born before his mother married…
From DW News. A teenage boy swam for several hours in rough seas to alert authorities that his mother and younger brother and sister being stranded off the coast of Quindalup in Western Australia. After swimming for roughly 4 kilometers (2.5 miles), 13-year-old Austin Applebee reached the shore and called the police, alerting them that…
From DW News. Insurgents from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) recently launched coordinated attacks across several districts in Pakistan’s western Balochistan province. What is behind the violent separatist movement and how has Pakistan dealt with it — DW takes a closer look. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews…
From DW News. Many Palestinians report being victims of abuse in Israeli prisons, with testimonies detailing sexual violence. An Israeli human-rights group describes a systematic pattern of mistreatment and deliberate lack of medical care. Israel has denied the allegations. A warning — some viewers may find this report disturbing. Chapters: 0:00 Reports of abuse in…
From DW News. Trump has announced he’s reducing tariffs on India from 50 to 18 percent, because India has agreed to stop buying Russian oil. But that’s not been confirmed so far by either India or Russia. Though Russian crude imports to India have fallen, it’s still the country’s biggest supplier of oil. For more…
From DW News. As many as 150,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed or are missing in action in the war with Russia. Nearly half a million are thought to have been wounded. After almost four years of fighting, doctors in Ukraine have developed skills in treating complex combat injuries — including facial reconstruction. DW’s special…
From DW News. The dollar is tanking — but is that good news or a warning sign? What it really means for consumers and Europe’s economy. #DWBusiness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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 Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe:…
From DW News. A cargo ship ran aground in the Istanbul district of Sariyer in heavy seas and stormy weather. It had left the Romanian port of Constanta and was planning to anchor off the coast of the Bosphorus. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook:…
From DW News. A small number of Palestinians have begun returning to Gaza after the Rafah crossing partially reopened, reuniting families after months of closure, while thousands remain unable to cross. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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 Sprache…
From DW News. It’s one of the biggest cases ever to scrutinize how social media companies engage with minors. Meta and Instagram expected to testify in a trial that could signal a costly future for the industry. #dwbusiness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/…
From DW News. Delhi Police used AI powered smart glasses for security in India. It may have reduced the need for manual checking, but it opens many questions around surveillance, privacy, and AI bias. #dwdigital For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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. In Thailand the government has been allowing refugees to apply for work permits. UN officials have called this a “landmark step” for residents of refugee camps along the country’s borders. Tens of thousands of Cambodians — who once made up a large share of Thailand’s low-wage workforce — fled back home after…
From DW News. Two very different athletes show what true inclusion looks like: Arianna, a gold medalist with Down syndrome, and Giorgio, a world champion, unite in the water through their shared passion for synchronized swimming. #dwstories For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/…
From DW News. US president Donald Trump says he’s cutting tariffs on Indian goods as part of a trade deal. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the agreement at a general meeting of his alliance in New Delhi. Trump says Modi has promised to spend 500 billion dollars on US products, including aircraft and petroleum.…
From DW News. In Santa Marta, Colombia, heavy rains and strong waves washed tons of trash onto a beach, brought back from the sea by the Manzanares River. #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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 Sprache besuchen Sie:…
From DW News. Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah sites, with no immediate casualties reported. Separate drone strikes in Sidon and Tyre killed one, as Israel continues attacks despite a US-brokered ceasefire from November 2024. #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter:…
From DW News. Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, has announced plans to deepen economic ties with the United States. It’s a move he says will strengthen economic resilience and security for the island. The announcement comes as the US and Taiwan finalize a new trade agreement that would reduce tariffs on Taiwanese goods in exchange for…
From DW News. Venezuelan rights activist Javier Tarazona and other political prisoners have been freed in a prisoner release ahead of a proposed amnesty that could see hundreds more set free. #dwnewsshorts For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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 Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1 #theday #news #reporting
From DW News. The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt has been partially re-opened after being closed for nearly two years during the war between Israel and Hamas. A few Palestinians have now crossed into Egypt for medical treatment. Chapters: 0:00 Rafah crossing opens 2:19 Alexandra Saieh, Save the Children International For more news go…
From DW News. We begin with the US military build up near Iran, and a possible easing of tensions. Both countries are expected to hold talks this week, as Trump says he is still hoping for a diplomatic solution. Trump has repeatedly threatened to attack Iran. First he said a strike would come if the…
From DW News. Ukraine and Russia have swapped thousands of fallen soldiers. A Ukrainian forensics department in Odessa has had to open a “field morgue” to examine some 3,000 bodies brought back from territory currently occupied by Russia. Warning: the report contains disturbing images For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media:…
From DW News. Tourists visiting one of Rome’s most popular attractions are in for an unwelcome surprise. They’ll now have to pay to see the Trevi Fountain. Authorities say that will help to preserve the structure for future generations. 00:00 Visiting Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain is no longer free 01:44 Seema Gupta, Journalist For more…
From DW News. The Rafah crossing was closed for nearly two years during the war between Israel and Hamas. The first few wounded Palestinians have now crossed into Egypt to receive medical treatment. Thousands more are still waiting – and Israeli restrictions on numbers mean that could take months. Many others now living outside Gaza…
From DW News. Queer football fan Pascal Kaiser proposed to his boyfriend Moritz (who said yes!) on the pitch in Cologne. As they kissed, the crowd roared its approval. Pascal is an amateur referee who came out three years ago. Being a huge Cologne fan, he chose a special occasion. For more news go to:…
From DW News. Extreme winter weather is creating spectacular natural phenomena in parts of Europe and North America — and giving people the chance to experience bodies of water in new ways. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ 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…