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Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy in Berlin for recovery conference

ConflictsJune 11, 2024

Reconstruction of Ukraine's energy infrastructure crucial

ConflictsJune 11, 202401:48 min

Ukraine's museums plan their postwar future

CultureJune 11, 2024

Military defense dominates Berlin International Airshow

TechnologyJune 9, 202402:22 min

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June 11, 2024

China says stabbing attack on US instructors was 'isolated'

June 11, 2024

Singapore flight turbulence: Passengers to get compensation

June 11, 2024

Baltimore shipping lane fully reopens after bridge collapse

June 11, 2024

South Korea fires warning shots after border incursion

June 10, 2024

EU election: Germany rules out snap election after AfD gains

June 10, 2024

Malawi: Plane carrying VP Saulos Chilima goes missing

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EU elections 2024

People in the EU's 27 member states went to the polls in early June to vote for a new European Parliament. The outcome will also shape the European Commission for the next five years.

After EU loss, Macron bets on snap elections in France

After EU loss, Macron bets on snap elections in France

In calling parliamentary elections, President Macron could regain ground — or simply open the door for the far right.

PoliticsJune 11, 2024

What to expect as dust settles on EU elections

What to expect as dust settles on EU elections

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is aiming for a second term after her party secured the most seats.

PoliticsJune 10, 202402:28 min

Scholz alarmed by far right gains in EU vote

Scholz alarmed by far right gains in EU vote

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said Germany can't go back to business as usual after his coalition suffered a heavy defeat.

PoliticsJune 10, 202402:04 min

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Israel-Hamas war: Blinken pushes cease-fire amid visit

Antony Blinken is on his eighth visit to the region since the war began, adding his weight to a potential cease-fire.

ConflictsJune 11, 2024

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Africa

Migrants turn to Mauritania as new EU transit route

Thousands of Africans continue to try to reach Europe by sea from Mauritania, despite facing inhumane conditions.

MigrationJune 10, 2024

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Asia

India: Is Modi's coalition at risk from within?

After failing to secure an outright majority, Prime Minister Modi now depends on allies to sustain his government.

PoliticsJune 10, 2024

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Germany

BSW: Germany's new populists challenge the far-right AfD

The BSW party took over 6% of the German vote in the EU election. Analysts say the far-right AfD should be most worried.

PoliticsJune 10, 2024

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Europe

25 years later, what happened during the Kosovo war?

The Kosovo war was NATO's first intervention without a UN mandate, and was highly controversial.

PoliticsJune 10, 2024

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Middle East

Iran: Who are the 6 men running for president?

As Iranians prepare to elect a new president, six approved candidates are running to replace the late Ebrahim Raisi.

PoliticsJune 10, 2024

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North America

Historic heat wave hits United States

Even places like Las Vegas and Death Valley have never seen such high temperatures so early in the year.

ClimateJune 10, 20248 images

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Latin America

Medical tourism booms in Mexico

Foreigners, especially from the United States, visit the country for its affordable prices and personalized care.

HealthJune 8, 202403:36 min

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June 11, 202401:36 min

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Dangerous diving - Child gold miners in the Philippines

Dangerous diving - Child gold miners in the Philippines

The Philippines has vast deposits of gold. But much of it is mined by children.

June 10, 202407:55 min

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Berlin football club gives opportunities to African players

The Motherland Berlin SC is a new football club in Berlin that wants to give players from Africa a chance.

SportsJune 10, 202401:31 min

Fiber-optic leap bridges African digital divide

Though tech giants are investing in Africa's digital infrastructure, people across the continent have been left behind.

TechnologyJune 10, 2024

Japan: 'Toyoko Kids' struggle to survive on city streets

Teenagers have banded together to escape abuse and neglect, but find themselves drawn toward drugs and sex work.

SocietyJune 10, 2024

Africa sees rise in e-commerce, digital marketplace

As online shopping grows across Africa, how can the continent unlock its e-commerce potential?

BusinessJune 9, 2024

Is Japan's car-testing scandal the new Dieselgate?

Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki and Yamaha were found to have submitted incorrect or manipulated test data when certifying cars.

BusinessJune 9, 2024

Nefertiti bust: Ambassador or hostage?

The Egyptian queen's bust has drawn tourists to Berlin for more than 100 years. But many think it should be in Egypt.

CultureJune 8, 202413:06 min

Specials & Events

UEFA European Championship 2024

Germany is hosting Euro 2024 starting on June 14 and culminating with the final in Berlin's Olympic Stadium on July 14.

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The Sandwich – Simple and Good

How popular is this snack in Britain, and what exactly goes into a good sandwich?

LifestyleJune 11, 202404:53 min

Elephants may have names for each other: study

Researchers have said the animals communicate using unique calls — low rumbles that can be heard across great distances.

Nature and EnvironmentJune 10, 202402:08 min

Gonorrhea resistance to antibiotics is increasing

European data suggests antimicrobial resistance to gonorrhea treatments is growing. The same is true in Africa and Asia.

HealthJune 10, 2024

How reliable is the average German?

Cliche has it that the Germans are generally reliable. But is it true? Not always.

SocietyJune 10, 202404:57 min

Dancer Yoann Bourgeois falls with grace

The choreography of French dancer Yoann Bourgeois mesmerizes theater audiences, as well as pop stars.

LifestyleJune 9, 202404:54 min

Is sustainable living becoming a trend in Hungary?

More and more Hungarian families are opting for sustainable living over a consumer society.

Nature and EnvironmentJune 9, 20247 images

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