China’s firework tradition under pressure as Spring Festival nears | DW News

From DW News. As China enters the Year of the Horse, strict city rules keep fireworks limited. In Liuyang, the industry’s global hub, tradition meets export‑driven reality. #dwbusiness #china #fireworks #chinesenewyear 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…

Why North Korea glorifies its soldiers’ deaths in Ukraine | DW News

From DW News. More North Korean troops are dying fighting alongside Russia in its war against Ukraine. Pyongyang has been open about these fatalities and even tried to exploit them for propaganda purposes. #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…

Is the Board of Peace Trump’s private UN? | DW News

From DW News. The Board of Peace is about to meet for the first time. But so far, many countries remain skeptical. They fear that Trump seeks to build his own United Nations. #unpacked #US #Trump #Boardofpeace 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:…

Peru’s congress ousts interim president over meeting with Chinese businessman | DW News

From DW News. Peru’s congress has voted to remove the country’s interim president after just four months in office. Jose Jeri was ousted after he was filmed arriving at a restaurant late at night to meet with a Chinese businessman. 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…

Fact check: Fake news reports target Ukrainian athletes in Winter Olympics | DW News

From DW News. A series of fake videos pretend to be real news reports about Ukrainian athletes at the Winter Olympics. They use AI generated voices and stolen footage to push pro Russian disinformation about Ukraine. #WinterOlympics, #Ukraine, #FakeNews, #DWFactcheck 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…

Swiss commentator rants against Israeli bobsledder | DW News

From DW News. A Swiss commentator has criticized Israeli bobsledder Adam Edelman, questioning – during his commentary of Edelman’s race – why the Israeli athlete is allowed to take part in the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. #winterolympics2026 #bobsleigh #israel #swiss #dwsports 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…

Swiss commentator rants against Israeli bobsledder | DW News

From DW News. A Swiss commentator has criticized Israeli bobsledder Adam Edelman, questioning – during his commentary of Edelman’s race – why the Israeli athlete is allowed to take part in the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. #winterolympics2026 #bobsleigh #israel #swiss #dwsports 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…

How did a Brazilian come to win gold at the Winter Olympics? | DW News

From DW News. Brazil is celebrating its first-ever Winter Olympics medal. But there’s much more to the country’s golden boy, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, than just skiing. #winterolympics2026 #lucaspinheirobraathen #goldmedal 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:…

How did a Brazilian come to win gold at the Winter Olympics? | DW News

From DW News. Brazil is celebrating its first-ever Winter Olympics medal. But there’s much more to the country’s golden boy, Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, than just skiing. #winterolympics2026 #lucaspinheirobraathen #goldmedal 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:…

Chinese New Year: The Year of the Fire Horse begins | DW News

From DW News. The Lunar New Year is celebrated in China and other parts of the world. The Year of the Fire Horse begins, symbolizing courage, dedication, and energy. #lunarnewyear #china #celebration #firehorse #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…

Who pays for Trump’s tariffs? | DW News

From DW News. Despite US government claims, foreign countries don’t foot the bill for Trump’s import tariffs. The truth is that the burden is largely being borne by American consumers and businesses, according to recent studies. #trump #tariffs #consumers #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…

Epstein Files: What role did Deutsche Bank play in his abuse? | DW News

From DW News. Newly released files reveal over 40 Epstein accounts at Deutsche Bank — and transactions linked to possible exploitation. The bank repeats its public apology. 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:…

No fuel, no garbage collection in Havana | DW News

From DW News. Cuba’s fuel crisis has turned into a waste crisis, as garbage trucks struggle to operate and rubbish piles up on Havana’s streets. The growing piles are raising public health concerns. #cuba #fuelcrisis #garbage #oil 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:…

Flooding hits southwestern France after Storm Nils | DW News

From DW News. Three French departments are on red alert as Storm Nils causes rivers to overflow. Hundreds have been evacuated, and tens of thousands remain without power as more rain is expected. #france #floods #stormnils 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…

Expanding sinkhole threatens farmland in Indonesia | DW News

From DW News. A giant sinkhole in Central Aceh has swallowed nearly three hectares of farmland, putting local livelihoods at risk. Experts warn it could worsen unless water flow is controlled. #indonesia #sinkhole #landslide 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…

Sudan: The world’s largest humanitarian crisis| DW News

From DW News. An estimated 41% of Sudan’s population are facing acute hunger and more than 12 million people are displaced, making it the world’s largest humanitarian crisis, according to aid agencies. As fighting between government forces and the Rapid Response Forces continue, conditions are expected to worsen. DW reports from a camp for displaced…

Wastewater washed back on shore as New Zealand hit by heavy storm | DW News

From DW News. A large storm knocked out power to over 30,000 properties on New Zealand’s North Island. Residents called the storm surge a "poonami" because of wastewater that was washed back on shore. #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…

Artists try to liven up Gaza for Ramadan | DW News

From DW News. Gazans preparing for Ramadan this week are painting murals on bombed-out buildings and turning old cans into lanterns in a bid to add some positivity to their destroyed surroundings. 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…

Is the Franco-German engine still running? | DW News

From DW News. As Europe faces mounting security challenges, questions about the strength of its core partnership are growing louder. In this interview at the MSC 2026, France’s Minister Delegate for Europe, Benjamin Haddad, lays out what’s at stake for the Franco-German engine — the political and industrial duo long seen as the backbone of…

Ultra-Orthodox protesters chase female soldiers in Israel | DW News

From DW News. Police rescued two female soldiers chased by ultra-Orthodox protesters in Bnei Brak, Israel. The clashes come amid tensions around mandatory military service, which many in the community oppose. 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…

Obama responds to Trump’s racist post | DW News

From DW News. Obama responds to Trump’s racist post, saying most Americans still believe in decency and kindness and despite political tension, many are choosing to uphold their core values. #Obama #Trump #Racism 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…

Why are HIV-infections rising in Poland? | Focus on Europe

From DW News. The number of HIV infections in Poland has been rising rapidly for several years. Marcel Lelo, who is living with HIV, cautions others about the aggressive virus and advocates for better education. 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…

Can the UN survive the next five years? | DW News

From DW News. Substantial funding cuts and veto politics within the UN have led to a deep crisis for the world’s largest international intergovernmental body. But the UN is still irreplaceable, says María Fernanda Espinosa, one of the potential candidates for UN Secretary-General, who could become the first woman at the helm of the organization. The former Foreign…