Category: World
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FIFA plans to form new commercial subsidiary and sell stake
FIFA has announced plans to form a commercial subsidiary and to sell a non-controlling interest to private investors. It needs approval from member associations, but is claiming that it will benefit them financially.
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Germany: Low Rhine River levels could push economy into stagnation
Record-low water levels on the Rhine are forcing cargo vessels to run with sharply reduced loads, driving up transport costs. Economists warn the disruption could wipe out Germany’s already weak summer growth.
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Fact check: Berlin Pride attack claims debunked
Following the Islamist terrorist attack at Berlin Pride, rumors, false claims and misleading videos have been spreading on social media. DW Fact check examines some of the most widely shared claims.
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EU civil protection mechanism: Coordinating Europe's firefighters
French President Emmanuel Macron has activated the EU civil protection mechanism to help combat devastating wildfires. The system has become increasingly effective, yet it will reach its limits in the summer of 2026.
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Poland: Top court rejects recognizing EU same-sex marriages
Poland’s constitutional court has overturned plans to recognize same-sex marriages that took place in other EU member states. This defies an order from the EU’s top court and could set up a clash on the matter.
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Could US airstrikes stop insurgency in Mali?
US President Donald Trump is considering airstrikes against the Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM in Mali, according to multiple reports. Analysts say such attacks might weaken the jihadists but would not address the core issues.
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Mancini reappointed Italy boss after Pirlo controversy
Roberto Mancini is appointed Italy manager for a second time – just a day after Andrea Pirlo rules himself out of the running for the job and technical director Paolo Maldini resigns.
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French Navy carries out shooting drill mid interview
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview.
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Why is Germany building roads for yesterday's climate?
As the Autobahn buckles under heat waves, Germany is still paving roads for a past climate. Engineers know how to fix that — so what’s the holdup?
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Gironde wildfires pick up as French region braces for new 40C heatwave
Firefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires.
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'It's a hell of a situation': Spain grapples with devastating wildfires
Three fires in the Madrid region have caused special concerns, with a new heatwave expected to hit Spain from Wednesday.
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'A narcissist': Family hit out at Bryan Kohberger for challenging murder conviction
The man accused of killing four students is taking back his plea, which was made to avoid the death penalty.
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Japan: Strong earthquake hits Kumamoto, many feared dead
Dozens of people were hospitalized after the earthquake hit southern Japan. According to media reports, many are feared dead after a shopping mall partially collapsed in the town of Kashima.
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Will Pakistan intervene amid Houthi attacks on Saudi ships?
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are strategic defense partners, but experts say there are limits to how far Islamabad can go in opposing Iran-backed Houthis.
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'A lover of life' – Seattle pays tribute to food festival shooting victims
Families grieved on Monday as they remembered the three people killed in a shooting at a food festival.
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Germany: Online tourist accommodation bookings hit new peak
Vacation rental bookings through online platforms have climbed to a new record in Germany. The figures reveal major regional differences in where certain tourists like to go.
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Bernadette Amani 'living her dream' at Bayern and WAFCON
Bernadette Amani joined Bayern Munich in January and is now captaining Ivory Coast in their first WAFCON in 12 years. Getting to the top hasn’t been a straight path for the newly crowned German double winner.
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'Loneliness influencers': Being alone brings in the clicks
No friends, no dating, no problem? Many influencers are presenting social isolation as a lifestyle. But experts warn of the consequences.
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Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation
The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer’s work was less than impressed.
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As US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?
Though Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway.
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US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's remarks
The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.
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Germany news: SPD seeks LGBTQ+ protections in constitution
Germany’s center-left wants to add sexual identity to the constitution’s anti-discrimination protections. The push comes as part of the response to a deadly weekend attack near Pride celebrations in Berlin. DW has more.
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Zoo staff rescue near-extinct snails from remote rock
Just 21 Madeiran land snails were found clinging to a rock on Portugal’s Bugio Island, say conservationists.
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Why Netanyahu's visit with Trump at the White House is high-stakes
The meeting comes amid signs of friction between the two leaders and decreasing public support for Israel in the US.
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Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
The pop star is suing to discover the identity of hackers who obtained unreleased photos and songs.
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India news: Activists decry AI surveillance at CJP protests
A suit has been brought alleging mass surveillance and data collection of “Cockroach” movement protesters. DW has more.
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Zelenskyy visits Trump as Ukraine seeks stronger air defense
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived at the White House seeking for stronger military cooperation, as Kyiv and Moscow intensify long-range strikes amid stalled peace efforts.
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Confronting gang members at the heart of Ecuador's drug battle
Orla Guerin speaks to a gang leader about violence, drugs and infiltrating the police.
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The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe – the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback
The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador’s police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime.
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Hong Kong activist allowed to stay in UK after deportation threat
Wu was detained for hours at London’s Heathrow Airport last week and refused entry, he told the BBC.
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Heat wave threatens to worsen France, Spain wildfires
A fresh spell of extreme heat, driven by climate change, is expected to intensify some of Europe’s worst wildfires in decades, stretching firefighting resources.
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Iran war: Netanyahu in Washington for meeting with Trump
The meeting between the US President and the Israeli Prime Minister will be the first since the start of the war on Iran. Meanwhile, Washington has confirmed a new round of Israeli-Lebanese talks. Follow DW for more.
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Johnson & Johnson offers up to $5.5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits
The proposed settlement aims to close a years-long legal battle over claims its talcs products cause cancer.
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BBC outside court as judge rules singer D4vd will face murder trial
The body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found last September inside the trunk of a Tesla registered to singer D4vd.
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US singer D4vd to stand trial in killing of 14-year-old girl
D4vd is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in 2025. Prosecutors allege that he dismembered her body and drove around with her decomposing remains in his car.
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What to expect from Zelensky and Netanyahu's visit to Washington
Republican Senator Lindsay Graham’s funeral is bringing the two world leaders to town, where they’ll separately visit the White House to discuss their region’s wars.
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A Japanese town wrestles with identity after protests over its first mosque
As Japan increasingly relies on foreign workers, it is also grappling with how to integrate new cultures and religions.
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China's new challenge as natural disasters strike – fake AI videos
Storms and flooding incidents over the last few months have seen fake videos inundating social media.
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US singer D4vd to go on trial for murder in death of teen
The star is accused of killing Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose remains were found in a Tesla registered to his address.
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Trump says Iran war talks taking place during lull in strikes
The US president says “there is a good chance that something could happen”, as Iran denies direct talks are taking place.
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As the US pauses the war with Iran, is Trump really running out of weapons?
The US has fired thousands of hard-to-replace missiles during its war with Iran. We unpack whether its “arsenal of freedom” is perilously low.
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Wildfire now nine miles from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns
Thomas Cazenave says they are preparing if further evacuations are issued, as the mayor of a nearby town called the situation “catastrophic”.
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Wildfire witnesses describe 'wall of flames', fear and stress
Local and visitors tell the BBC of disbelief and anxiety as wildfires force more than 300,000 people to evacuate.
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Police still searching for second suspect in fatal Seattle food festival shooting
One suspect, a teenager, is in custody following the shooting, in which three people were killed and others injured.
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy in UK to meet new PM Burnham
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy traveled to Portsmouth for UK PM Andy Burnham’s first meeting with a foreign leader since taking office. The UK pledged “unwavering support” in Ukraine’s ongoing defense against Russia.
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What you need to know if you're travelling to France or Spain
The BBC’s cost of living correspondent explains how to handle holiday cancellations as a result of European wildfires.
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Shots fired at US consulate in Toronto for a second time this year
Police said they engaged in a high-speed car chase but failed to arrest the suspect, who remains at large. Three people were arrested in June after a similar attack.
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Ukraine dismisses Iranian threats as Caspian Sea strike directly links wars
Iran has reacted with fury to the assault on the vessel, with Tehran’s foreign minister saying it “cannot go unanswered”.
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A Nigerian soldier is arrested for tipping off criminals – but does it go deeper?
A private’s detention reignites concerns that troops are contributing to the country’s security challenges.
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Chad's government says it's withdrawing from the ICC
Chad’s Foreign Ministry has announced plans to leave the International Criminal Court. It said that its effectiveness was “limited and uneven.” Chad’s leader is a military officer accused of repressing the opposition.
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German Chancellor Merz completes cabinet resuffle
After days of confusion, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reshuffled his cabinet. Conservative politicians fear that this will not help with the prospects in the upcoming state elections.
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Devastating European wildfires in maps – and how they're being tackled
A blaze near Bordeaux has torn through more than 162 sq miles (420 sq km) in less than four days, while the Madrid region is seeing its worst fires ever.
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Zelensky visit sends clear message of support for Ukraine, Burnham says
The Ukrainian president became the new prime minister’s first international visitor since taking office.
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Chile captures fugitive convicted of singer Victor Jara's murder under Pinochet
Nelson Haase was one of those convicted over the kidnap and murder of folk singer Victor Jara after Chile’s military coup in 1973.
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Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks
The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give “talks some space”, raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.
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Indian youth score a win over Modi with humor and grit
Driven by social media satire, the Gen-Z-led “Cockroach” protest movement spurned by grievances over an exam scandal caused a shake-up in India’s government. DW spoke with a few protesters in New Delhi.
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South Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrest
Initial reports from a post-mortem said he had “abrasions on his back and chest”, investigators say.
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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis
The singer also reveals she has received treatment for skin cancer, but vows to keep singing.
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Ghana's community service bill: A fix for the prison crisis?
The community service bill offers community service as an alternative to prison sentences, particularly for minor offenses. It’s meant to decongest Ghana’s prisons and prevent overcrowding once it’s signed into law.
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Fujimori takes charge in Peru amid China, US balancing act
Peru’s new president, Keiko Fujimori, has promised more security and investment. As she takes office, she’ll have to find space for the South American nation amid Washington and Beijing’s geopolitical rivalry.
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More than 600 US military service members injured since Iran War began in February
The latest figure includes casualties from Operation Fury and a new category called “Overseas Operations”.
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How India's Gen-Z protesters shifted the political debate
The resignation of India’s education minister amounts to a stunning victory for the youth-led “Cockroach” protest movement. The bigger question is if this political momentum turns into a lasting platform for more reform.
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Germany: Islamist terror attack on Berlin Pride parade triggers political debate
Following the terrorist attack on Berlin’s Pride parade, the Christopher Street Day parade, politicians and security experts are demanding consequences.
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Anger as Berlin Pride attacker revealed to have been freed weeks earlier
As details emerge about the suspected Berlin Pride attacker’s past, many are asking why he was not in prison.
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'Dr Death', Body Worlds creator Gunther von Hagens, dies at 81
The family of the anatomist vowed to carry out his wish for his body to be preserved using the plastination technique he developed himself.
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'Amnesia' about measles risk and low vaccination rates have helped US infections grow
The latest US data show measles cases from January to mid-July 2026 totaled more than all cases in 2025. Experts blame a fall in vaccination and warn that people have forgotten measles can be life-threatening.
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FIFA boss Infantino takes aim at World Cup critics
In a strongly worded open statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has hit out at those he says were too “consumed by hate and criticism” to enjoy the tournament. Infantino brushed off a number of corruption concerns.
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How 'fire-generated thunderstorms' make wildfires more deadly
Certain types of severe wildfire can create pyrocumulonimbus – something that Nasa calls the “fire-breathing dragon of clouds”.
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Bali bans Dutch expats whose run club allegedly excluded Indonesians
The two men, who are accused of favouring foreigners for their events, allegedly violated immigration laws.
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US deports Kenyan former NFL player Daniel Adongo
The authorities say the ex-sportsman had overstayed his visa and had been arrested multiple times.
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Chinese chipmaker shares surge nearly 470% in blockbuster stock market debut
The company’s shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.
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Argentine leader calls Brazilian president a 'thief' and a 'convict'
Javier Milei spoke at a campaign rally for right-wing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro, who is running against Lula.
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Netanyahu accuses NYC Mayor Mamdani of 'fomenting hate' after arrest threat
Mamdani walked back his threat last week, acknowledging he lacked the legal power to arrest Netanyahu on a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court.
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Musk takes 'crusade' to Europe with Armie Hammer film
Musk has backed a film called Citizen Vigilante featuring an American vigilante tearing across an unnamed European country.
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Iran rules out US talks as Hormuz Strait remains closed
Iran has not asked to resume talks with the US, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said. He added that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and that messages are being relayed through mediators. DW has more.
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