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As Germany mulls military service return, what about Europe?
As Germany mulls military service return, what about Europe?
Germany is debating the reintroduction of compulsory military service. It's not the only country in Europe to do so.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
German court upholds AfD 'suspected' extremist status
German court upholds AfD 'suspected' extremist status
The designation could allow Germany's intelligence agency to surveil and investigate members of the far-right party.
Dresden Peace Prize goes to the late Alexei Navalny
Dresden Peace Prize goes to the late Alexei Navalny
The widow of Russian dissident Alexei Navalny accepted the Dresden Peace Prize on his behalf.
Germany: Tesla protests end with arrests and dismantled camp
Germany: Tesla protests end with arrests and dismantled camp
Protesters are waiting to see if the the US carmaker will be allowed to expand the site before taking action again.
Fake news on the rise leading up to EU election
Fake news on the rise leading up to EU election
Ahead of June's European Parliament elections, fake news is becoming increasingly prevalent online.
How Germany plans to end homelessness
How Germany plans to end homelessness
Homeless people and charities think the plan to end homelessness by 2030 is admirable — but much too vague.
Amnesty: Repression against Chinese students abroad grows
Amnesty: Repression against Chinese students abroad grows
Students living in the West are being repressed by the government in Beijing, says a new Amnesty International report.
Germany: Refugee clinging to coach falls onto highway
Germany: Refugee clinging to coach falls onto highway
Two refugees were secretly traveling under a coach in the state of Bavaria as one of them fell onto a motorway.
Antifa group claims Stuttgart incident against AfD lawmakers
Antifa group claims Stuttgart incident against AfD lawmakers
The Stuttgart Antifascist Action Alliance blamed the violence on the far-right party and security services.
Germany stands by Israel as its 'reason of state'
Germany stands by Israel as its 'reason of state'
Germany remains committed to supporting Israel, but its position has evolved since Hamas' attack on October 7, 2023.
Germany: COVID rule 'armed resistance' group to face trial
Germany: COVID rule 'armed resistance' group to face trial
A court in Koblenz will hear a case against a trio accused of forming a group to resist COVID restrictions with force.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Taylor Swift service fills German church
Taylor Swift service fills German church
Some 1,200 people attended the unexpectedly emotional gathering in Heidelberg's 600-year-old Church of teh Holy Spirit.
Berlin museum pokes fun at German bureaucracy
Berlin museum pokes fun at German bureaucracy
German bureaucracy is the butt of the joke in a new exhibition in the capital. But is anyone laughing?
DW film receives prize at Human Rights Press Awards
DW film receives prize at Human Rights Press Awards
A DW film released last year has been awarded the prize for best documentary at the Human Rights Press Awards in Taipei.
German suicide prevention plan aims to help more men
German suicide prevention plan aims to help more men
Some 10,000 people take their lives each year in Germany — three-quarters of them are male.
What is German 'Leitkultur' and why is it controversial?
What is German 'Leitkultur' and why is it controversial?
The controversial term "Leitkultur" is being used more frequently when debating integration in German society.
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Business
Can EU wean itself off essential drugs from China, India?
Can EU wean itself off essential drugs from China, India?
Public health in Europe is dependent on Asian supplies. As the EU attempts to reshore production, does this make sense?
German exports rise unexpectedly high in March
German exports rise unexpectedly high in March
A high demand for German products in the US and China has resulted in a surprisingly high export rate in March.
Warding Off Scammers
Warding Off Scammers
An expert reveals how to spoil scamming schemes and shield yourself from fraud.
BYD targets the European EV market
BYD targets the European EV market
To reduce China’s EV overproduction, domestic e-car manufacturer BYD has set its sights on Europe.
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Science and Environment
Strong solar storm brings spectacular auroras
Strong solar storm brings spectacular auroras
A powerful solar storm put on an amazing skyward light show across the globe overnight.
Get your brain in sync with exercise
Get your brain in sync with exercise
Fitness coach Tim Bertko demonstrates an exercise based on a traditional Bavarian dance.
Why do bacteria glow?
Why do bacteria glow?
Bacteria are the oldest life forms on earth. Some of them can even glow. But why?
New hope for people with epilepsy
New hope for people with epilepsy
From surgery to new drugs, researchers are looking for ways to treat seizure disorders.
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Tesla builds its best-selling electric car in Brandenburg, Germany. Environmentalists are protesting the expansion.
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Travel
Top 10: Germany's most visited castles and palaces
Top 10: Germany's most visited castles and palaces
Tourists love Germany's historic buildings. But which are the most popular? Find out in this ranking.
Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa?
Visiting Germany as a foreign tourist: Who needs a visa?
Whether you're into culture, beer festivals or football — Germany is a great destination. But who needs a visa to visit?
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
Germany: Tips for a day trip to Bavaria's Regensburg
This southern German picture-book city is famous for its well preserved medieval old town.
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
Are climate-neutral flights a realistic scenario?
The aviation industry must drastically reduce its emissions in the coming years. But it still faces many hurdles.
Iconic European cities: Berlin
Iconic European cities: Berlin
DW's travel guide to the capital city of Germany brings you insider tips and a list of what not to miss.
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Full of history and mystery: Drachenburg Castle
Drachenburg in western Germany looks just like a fairy-tale castle. But a dark history lurks behind its walls.
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Sports
Champions League: Real Madrid stun Bayern to reach BVB final
Champions League: Real Madrid stun Bayern to reach BVB final
Real Madrid scored twice late on to stun Bayern Munich and reach the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund.
Thomas Müller - Bayern Munich's record man
Thomas Müller - Bayern Munich's record man
A look at the numerous records Thomas Müller has set at Bundesliga side Bayern Munich.
Wolfsburg win 10th straight German Cup, deny Bayern double
Wolfsburg win 10th straight German Cup, deny Bayern double
Bayern Munich may have wrestled the Bundesliga title away, but Wolfsburg would not give up the German Cup so easily.
Borussia Dortmund beat PSG to reach Champions League final
Borussia Dortmund beat PSG to reach Champions League final
Dortmund are heading back to the Champions League final after the Bundesliga side overcame Kylian Mbappe and PSG.
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DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Abbeys in Germany
#DailyDrone: Abbeys in Germany
Today the #DailyDrone flies over some particularly beautiful abbeys in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.
#DailyDrone: Castles in Germany
#DailyDrone: Castles in Germany
Witnesses of centuries past: The #DailyDrone flies over some impressive castles in Germany.
#DailyDrone: Churches in Germany
#DailyDrone: Churches in Germany
Places of calm contemplation: Germany's must-see churches with the #DailyDrone.
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