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June 6, 2026

Nigeria moves to repatriate 1,000 citizens from South Africa

June 5, 2026

EU leaders at Balkan summit optimistic about rapid expansion

June 5, 2026

Finland: 4 suspects in sabotage of undersea Estonia cables

June 5, 2026

US Senate passes $70 billion funding for ICE, Border Patrol

June 5, 2026

Germany won't win World Cup, fans think

June 5, 2026

Ukraine: Marine drone explodes in Romanian port

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine on February 24, 2022, an escalation of a conflict that began with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014.

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100 days of war in Iran

With US involvement, shifting alliances and rising regional tensions, the war in Iran is reshaping the balance of power.

Iran at war: Stability masks deepening crises

Shipping risks on the rise due to wars and trade crises

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Africa

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How disinformation in Congo is worsening Ebola epidemic

Rumors and disinformation are hindering efforts to contain the Ebola epidemic. But the patterns aren't new.

Asia

This picture taken on June 3, 2026 and released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on June 4, 2026 shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (front R) inspecting the newly-inaugurated nuclear materials production factory at an undisclosed location in North Korea.

North Korea quietly ramps up its nuclear program

This week, Kim Jong Un took a publicity tour of a new nuclear fuel facility while promising to build more bombs.

Germany

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Why businesses are offering 'Quiet Hour'

More peace and quiet, less stress — the Quiet Hour is an initiative for people with invisible disabilities.

Europe

A person is seen dropping a ballot paper into a ballot box, Pristina, Kosovo, December 28, 2025

Kosovo general election: the cost of political polarization

Kosovo faces multiple challenges as it heads to the polls on June 7 for its third general election in under 16 months.

Middle East

Iranian author Marjane Satrapi poses in her hotel room in New York, May 15, 2003

Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56

The Iranian-born author of the acclaimed graphic novel offered a deeply personal account of Iran's Islamic Revolution.

North America

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World Cup 2026: Will international fans come to America?

Is America ready to welcome the world, and is the world ready for today's America? DW traveled to Philadelphia.

Latin America

High-tech drug tunnel found between Mexico and California

A 2,000‑foot drug tunnel linking Mexico to California has been uncovered, along with a $45 million cocaine seizure.

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Nigerian Ojude Oba festival, handbags from eSwatini and sustainable furniture from South Africa.

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Ebola

Ebola is a virus originating in wild animals in western Africa. It is transmitted through bodily fluids. In May 2026, the WHO announced an international emergency after an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Goma youth fight Ebola myths in the DRC

Volunteers are raising awareness, promoting safety, and countering dangerous myths that threaten outbreak control.

Health workers set up an isolation net at an Ebola treatment center in Bunia, the capital of Ituri Province in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), May 31, 2026

Ebola had 'big head start,' WHO chief Tedros warns

World Health Organization chief Tedros had recently visited the epicenter of the outbreak in the DR Congo.

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Protests in Kenya over Ebola quarantine center turn deadly

A controversial plan to build a quarantine facility for US nationals exposed to Ebola has triggered protests in Kenya.

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German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (left) seated in the UN General Assembly before the vote, looking pensive

Germany's UN defeat: What went wrong?

The loss of a seat on the UN Security Council is the most severe foreign policy defeat yet for the coalition government.

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Can Hawaii wean itself of oil imports?

From solar to geothermal, Hawaii is looking for ways to ditch its costly fossil fuel dependence.

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Kushner-backed Albania resort sparks protests, EU concerns

A luxury resort linked to Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, has triggered protests, environmental fears and scrutiny.

Germany sees record number of discrimination claims in 2025

The anti-discrimination commissioner has said government resources and funding are severely lacking to tackle the issue.

El Nino threatens to make the world even hotter

The worst El Nino yet? The climate phenomenon that makes the world even hotter is returning.

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Afghanistan's Taliban top diplomat sit at a conference table in Moscow, flanked by aides (October 7, 2025)

Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other — why?

Russia has agreed to help the Taliban repair Soviet-era weapons as the Islamist regime seeks leverage against Pakistan.

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Environment wins of the week

Less doom, more boom: here are some environmental wins from the past week.

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Puffins, dolphins on short list for new UK banknotes

Britain's Bank of England revealed a short list of wildlife images that could replace historic figures on new banknotes.

Film still from 'Backrooms': Actor Chiwetel Ejiofor looks through a small corridor giving onto a vast, almost empty office space.

Backrooms: The creepy internet phenomenon, explained

A 20-year-old YouTuber's horror movie's box office hit was preceded by a viral online maze. What are the Backrooms?

Two seahorses holding tight with their tails to a piece of wood floating in the sea while fish are swimming in the background.

Seahorse safaris boost Mozambique coastal comeback

In Vilankulo, seahorses were once hunted for quick income. Now, they're a key part of the town's future.

Facial recognition software is demonstrated at the Intel booth at CES 2019

Do large-scale AIs make society's problems worse?

The advantages of artificial intelligence have been well-documented. But are the drawbacks being overlooked?

Durva Barve, a smiling young woman, stands in front of a colorful Hindu temple in Berlin

Hindu life in Germany: Inside Berlin's newest Hindu temple

Follow a student living in Berlin as she helps open Germany's largest Hindu temple.

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