Germany: Far-right AfD co-chair Jörg Meuthen quits party
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The longtime leader and AfD spokesperson said he could no longer fend off the party's more extremist faction. He had already announced his intention to step down as co-chair, but now plans to leave the party entirely.
January 28th 2022, 9:40 am
Greece’s first queer opera pays homage to deceased LGTBQ activist
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The 2018 brutal beating and death of activist Zak Kostopoulos aka Zackie Oh in Athens brought homophobia in Greece into the spotlight. The opera film 'ORFEAS2021' examines a political struggle.
January 28th 2022, 9:40 am
Greece’s first queer opera pays homage to murdered LGTBQ activist
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The 2018 death of activist Zak Kostopoulos aka Zackie Oh in Athens brought homophobia in Greece into the spotlight. The opera film 'ORFEAS2021' examines a political struggle.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Rwanda to reopen border with Uganda after three years
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A three-year standoff fueled by accusations of espionage and support for dissidents will come to an end after a round of intense diplomacy.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Russia welcomes US counterproposals on ultimatums
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Russian Foreign Minster Sergey Lavrov has said there are "grains of rationality" in US offers on "secondary issues." The US has increased diplomatic pressure following Russia's extraordinary troop buildup near Ukraine.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Can Ukraine do without Russian gas transit fees?
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Ukraine, which like Poland earns gas transit fees, may have to find ways to diversify its own supplies and rethink its function in the European gas system. Until it does, it will continue to depend on Russia.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
What is next in the China-India border conflict?
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India and China started the year with a round of inconclusive talks on an ongoing border dispute in the Himalayas. The disagreement is a potentially dangerous flashpoint between Asia's two biggest powers.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
How species manage to thrive in polluted ecosystems
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The devastating damaged caused by environmental pollution is well-known, yet some creatures have managed to adapt to live with and even thrive in imperfect environments.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Bridge collapses in Pittsburgh
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A bridge has collapsed in the US city of Pittsburgh. Unverified photos showed several cars stuck in the wreckage.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Dresden Green Vault jewelry theft trial opens
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Six members of Berlin's notorious "Remmo" clan have gone on trial after being accused of stealing jewels in 2019 from Dresden's legendary Green Vault.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Afghanistan: People in a 'horrific' situation, WFP chief David Beasley tells DW
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DW has spoken with David Beasley, the head of the UN's World Food Program, about the "catastrophic" situation in Afghanistan. He called for the world's richest to help avert the humanitarian crisis.
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Dresden Green Vault jewelry heist trial starts
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Just over two years after a daring jewelry heist at the Green Vault museum, six men accused of stealing "priceless" artifacts are facing justice. The jewels are estimated to be worth €113.8 million ($135 million).
January 28th 2022, 8:40 am
Ukraine: Biden, Zelenskyy talk de-escalation with no end to tension in sight
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The call between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine came after Russia accused Washington of being unwilling to address its security concerns. Washington wants the UN Security Council to discuss the matter.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Burkina Faso: Military junta commits to restoring 'constitutional order'
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The West African country's new military leader has said constitutional order will return "when the conditions are right." The junta has also pledged to bring security to Burkina Faso.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Award-winning Holocaust memoir 'Maus' pulled from Tennessee school
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Creator Art Spiegelman said he was "baffled" by the "demented" decision to remove his book from the curriculum over eight swear words and depictions of "nakedness."
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to meet President Joe Biden at the White House
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Olaf Scholz is set to meet the US president for the first time since becoming chancellor. The White House said the two leaders would discuss the ongoing tensions with Russia over Ukraine.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Ugandan author 'needs urgent medical care' after detention: PEN international
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Kakwenza Rukirabashaija has been taken to a hospital in Kampala after being beaten in prison, his lawyer said. The writer's treatment after being detained on trumped up charges has prompted an international outcry.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Kyiv Mayor Klitschko urges Germany to alter arms export stance
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Vitali Klitschko says he is hoping for a diplomatic solution to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. But the boxer turned Kyiv mayor told DW he was disappointed with Germany's government for blocking arms deliveries.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Botticelli painting sells for $45 million at New York auction
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Experts believe Sandro Botticelli painted the depiction of Jesus towards the end of his life. Few of the Italian artist's works are in private hands.
January 27th 2022, 9:14 pm
Mexico's press protection scheme under pressure after 3 more journalists die
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Three journalists have been killed this year so far in Mexico. At least two of those had asked the governnment for protection. Has Mexico's protection scheme for journalists failed?
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Guards trade fire along Tajik-Kyrgyz border
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The violence follows clashes at the border which left dozens dead last year. A statement made by Kyrgyzstan described the situation as "tense"
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Mali: Denmark to withdraw troops amid dispute with junta
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Danish troops are set to leave Mali after the military government made several calls for their "immediate withdrawal." It marks a further deterioration in Mali's relationship with the EU.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Opinion: Online anonymity matters
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Germany's top judges were right to decide that users should be able to post under pseudonyms on Facebook. The ruling's legal impact might be limited — but it sends out a strong signal, writes DW's Janosch Delcker.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Omicron: Germany radically limits PCR testing. What’s the alternative?
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Before the omicron wave completely overwhelms laboratories in Germany, health officials are limiting COVID-19 PCR testing to two groups of people. Can rapid antigen tests reliably bridge the gap?
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Munich archbishop says 'Catholic Church must renew itself'
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German Cardinal Reinhard Marx has said he is still willing to step down in response to a damning report on decades of sexual abuse in his archdiocese. But for now, he said he wanted to focus on necessary reforms.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Podcast protest: Spotify removes Neil Young's music
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The streaming giant scrubs the singer's music following his demand not to be on the same platform as its star podcaster, who spreads COVID misinformation.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Opinion: ECB unlikely to be swayed by Federal Reserve's hawkish turn
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As the US central bank gears up to wean the economy off oxygen support, its peer across the Pond may be in no rush to get the eurozone out of the intensive care unit, says DW's Ashutosh Pandey.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
Jordan says killed 27 in Syria drug smuggling shootout
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The Jordanian army says it killed more than two dozen people in a mission to stop drug smuggling across the border from Syria.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
New omicron variant BA.2 is spreading quickly
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A new subtype of the omicron coronavirus variant is spreading in Denmark, the UK, India, Sweden and many other countries. The exact impact of the genome mutations is still unclear.
January 27th 2022, 12:23 pm
North Korea fires suspected missiles into sea, South Korea says
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North Korea has fired suspected ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, the South Korean military has said.
January 26th 2022, 11:23 pm
Prince Andrew 'demands trial by jury' in sexual assault case
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The UK's Prince Andrew wants to face civil charges of sexual assault in front of a jury, his lawyers have said. The prince has been stripped of all military patronages and faces the court as a private person.
January 26th 2022, 11:23 pm
Germany: Man receives 10-year jail sentence for raping daughter
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A 75-year-old man was found guilty of 270 counts of rape of his daughter between 2017 and 2020 alone. The sexual abuse was alleged to have started decades ago, but the case addressed only the more recent crimes.
January 26th 2022, 11:23 pm
US: Fed likely to raise rates in March amid soaring inflation
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Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell hinted that the central bank will reverse its pandemic-era policies at its next meeting. Rising prices for consumers have become a campaign issue ahead of congressional elections.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
AFCON: Mohamed Salah's penalty sends Egypt through against Ivory Coast
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The Pharaohs played a goalless draw with the Elephants of Ivory Coast in Douala but went on to win after a penalty shoot-out. The seven-time champions are still on course to stretch their record.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
Why it's so difficult to compare COVID-19 statistics
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Denmark's COVID cases are soaring, while Germany occupies the middle ground, but do statistics really give an accurate picture? International test strategies vary widely — as can be seen now in Vienna, Austria.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
Germany: Police release details about Heidelberg shooter
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Officers are investigating whether the 18-year-old attacker had ties to neo-Nazis. The 18-year-old killed one person, injured four others, and then shot himself in a university lecture hall.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
US, NATO send written response on Russia's security demands
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington made no concessions, but said the move offered a new "diplomatic path" out of the Ukraine crisis.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
US Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer to retire: reports
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Justice Stephen Breyer is considered to be a member of the court's liberal wing. US President Joe Biden has promised to nominate a Black woman in the case of a Supreme Court vacancy.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
Burkina Faso crisis: EU threatens consequences after coup
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The EU has said it could withdraw financial aid from Burkina Faso and hit coup leaders with sanctions if "constitutional order" is not restored.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
Russia, Ukraine agree to uphold ceasefire in Normandy talks
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Moscow said talks with Ukrainian, German and French officials were "not simple." But despite their differences, they supported a 2014 ceasefire in eastern Ukraine even as troops ready for war on both sides of the border.
January 26th 2022, 5:26 pm
NATO, US send written response on Russia's security demands
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington made no concessions, but said the move offered a new "diplomatic path" out of the Ukraine crisis.
January 26th 2022, 2:53 pm
Netherlands unveils 'world's-largest' canal lock
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The 500-meter-long and 70-meter-wide infrastructure project gives Amsterdam a "bigger front door" — it also took three years longer and cost around €300 million more than planned.
January 26th 2022, 1:53 pm
COVID: Why are more men than women getting vaccinated in India?
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India is accelerating its COVID-19 vaccine drive, but vaccination rates remain higher among men. Many women lack access to health information and transport, driving the disparity.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Cannabis legalization: Health risks and benefits
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Better sex and protection from COVID-19 versus reduced cognitive ability and long-term damage — the science is split when it comes to the risks and uses of the cannabis plant for youth in particular.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Chinese APT 27 hackers targeting companies, says Germany
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Germany's domestic intelligence service says the Chinese hacking group APT 27 has launched cyberattacks on businesses. The group has long been suspected of attacking Western government agencies.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
What is the 'Normandy Format' for resolving the crisis in Ukraine?
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Representatives of Russia, Ukraine, Germany and France have used what's known as the Normandy Format to try to resolve differences. The hope is the talks can also find a way out of the current standoff.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Spain: More than 300 migrants rescued at sea near Canary Islands
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Spain's emergency services said it had rescued more than 300 people from seven different boats. Activists said at least 18 would-be migrants were dead.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Holocaust Remembrance Day: There must never be another Auschwitz
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Over 40 members of his family died in Auschwitz. The president of the European Rabbinical Conference, Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, shares his memories with DW ahead of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Leading Turkish women targeted by Islamists and government
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The jailing of prominent journalist Sedef Kabas and threats against famous pop diva Sezen Aksu are stirring controversy in Erdogan's Turkey. It's part of a trend that brings Islamists and government supporters together.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
Auschwitz's harrowing history
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On January 27, 1945, observed as Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Soviet army liberated prisoners from Auschwitz, revealing unimaginable horrors perpetrated by the Third Reich.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
New omicron subtype BA.2 is spreading quickly
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A new subtype of the omicron coronavirus variant is spreading in Denmark, the UK, India, Sweden and many other countries. The exact impact of the genome mutations is still unclear.
January 26th 2022, 12:53 pm
UK PM Boris Johnson faces heat ahead of 'partygate' report
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The UK Prime Minister faced derision in Parliament over a string of parties at his Downing Street offices during COVID lockdowns. With police now investigating, the findings of an internal inquiry are also imminent.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
COVID digest: Austria lifts lockdown for the unvaccinated
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Although infections are soaring, Austria says it will end a lockdown specifically for the unvaccinated. Meanwhile, more cases have been announced in Beijing ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics. Follow DW for more.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
EU court annuls €1 billion Intel antitrust fine
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Following a years-long legal battle, a top EU court annulled a €1.06 billion fine levied against Intel for antitrust violations. The EU had accused the US technology giant of trying to block competition.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Pakistan: Is PM Khan's government more corrupt than previous administrations?
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Transparency International has ranked Pakistan 140th out of 180 countries in its latest Corruption Perceptions Index report. It deals a blow to Imran Khan, whose party promised to eradicate corruption from the country.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
IMF urges El Salvador to drop Bitcoin as legal tender
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged El Salvador to abandon Bitcoin, saying the cryptocurrency could pose risks to national financial stability, consumer protection and the inability to receive loans.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Germany: Lawmakers debate introducing COVID vaccine mandate
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With omicron driving up cases, German MPs are debating compulsory COVID-19 vaccinations. Many lawmakers hope a mandate will boost the vaccination rate, while others want to bin the idea.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Can Ukraine wean itself off Russian gas transit fees?
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Ukraine, which earns far more than Poland from gas transit fees, must find ways to diversify its own supplies and rethink its function in the European gas system. Until it does, it will continue to depend on Russia.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Tropical storm Ana hits southeastern Africa
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Tropical storm Ana has caused widespread destruction and triggered flooding across southeast Africa. Fatalities were reported in several countries including Mozambique, Malawi and Uganda.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Ukraine-Russia crisis: Normandy format to meet as Europe pursues diplomacy
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Ukrainian and Russian representatives are in Paris for talks with German and French officials. With fears of a possible invasion growing, European powers are hoping to diplomatically de-escalate the situation.
January 26th 2022, 9:23 am
Tonga: COVID-hit Australian ship delivers disaster aid to virus-free island
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The ship will follow strict protocols, avoiding any contact with locals to prevent an outbreak. The Pacific Island nation needs urgent relief after a recent volcanic eruption and devastating tsunami.
January 26th 2022, 2:19 am
Greece: Explosion damages buildings in central Athens
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The blast took place close to the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus. The cause of the explosion is not yet known, although pictures from the scene show significant damage to several buildings.
January 26th 2022, 2:19 am
Mexico: Journalists protest killings of colleagues
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has led calls for Mexican authorities to give more protection to reporters after the deaths of three journalists already this year.
January 26th 2022, 2:08 am
US Navy tries to salvage fighter jet that fell into South China Sea
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The F-35C warplane crashed during a landing mishap on the deck of USS Carl Vinson. Officials refused to speculate on fears the aircraft could fall into China's hands.
January 26th 2022, 2:08 am
AFCON: Mane injured as Senegal progress alongside Morocco
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The Teranga Lions defeated nine-man Cape Verde while Morocco had to come from behind to see of a spirited Malawi side.
January 25th 2022, 8:53 pm
Cuba charges hundreds of people over anti-government demos
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Among those being charged are 55 teenagers, ages 16 to 18, who are being tried as adults. Human rights groups have said the crackdown shows how Cuba's judicial system is used to crush dissent.
January 25th 2022, 8:53 pm
Syrian doctor denies torture charges in German court
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A 36-year-old Syrian doctor has been charged with torture and murder. He testified to witnessing beatings at a military hospital from 2011 to 2012, but not participating in it.
January 25th 2022, 5:08 pm
Peru blames Repsol for oil spill disaster
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A tanker off the coast of Peru was hit by waves linked to Tonga's volcanic eruption and spilled 6,000 barrels of oil, contaminating vast swathes of sea and beaches. Fingers are being pointed at the oil company Repsol.
January 25th 2022, 5:08 pm
Florida: Dozens of people missing after boat capsizes
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The coast guard in Miami has launched search and rescue operations after a boat overturned while on its way to Florida. Thirty nine people are understood to be missing.
January 25th 2022, 5:08 pm
Ukraine: Joe Biden says US could sanction Vladimir Putin
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A Russian invasion of Ukraine would be the "largest since World War II" and prompt "enormous consequences," the US president has said.
January 25th 2022, 5:08 pm
Senegal: 2 soldiers killed, 9 missing during Gambia fighting
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The Senegalese soldiers were likely attacked by separatist rebels while on a mission in neighboring Gambia. Authorities believe the soldiers may have been taken hostage.
January 25th 2022, 5:08 pm
Scholz, Macron say diplomacy can fix Ukraine-Russia standoff
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron embraced talks with the Kremlin as a means to de-escalate the crisis. At the same time, they said Russia would pay a "high price" if it attacked Ukraine.
January 25th 2022, 2:22 pm
Chief of Israeli spyware firm NSO Group quits job
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The NSO Group group has been under fire since media reports that its Pegasus software was used to spy on journalists and political figures around the world.
January 25th 2022, 1:23 pm
Omicron: Germany radically restricts PCR testing. What’s the alternative?
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As the omicron wave threatens to overwhelms laboratories in Germany, health officials are limiting COVID-19 PCR testing to two groups of people. Can rapid antigen tests reliably bridge the gap?
January 25th 2022, 1:23 pm
Germany: Scholz, Macron discuss Ukraine in Berlin
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The German and French leaders are seeking a coordinated response to the ongoing crisis between Russia and Ukraine. The countries are particularly divided on the idea of sending "defensive" weapons to Kyiv.
January 25th 2022, 1:23 pm
Nigeria seeks to extend fuel subsidy program
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The Nigerian government had previously planned to phase out the gasoline subsidy program, calling it "unsustainable." Despite being Africa's main oil exporter, the country relies on importing petroleum products.
January 25th 2022, 1:23 pm
DW Festival Concert: The Heimbach chamber music festival
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In this edition, we bring you a delightfully diverse evening of chamber music, all recorded live at the Heimbach "Spannungen" festival in June 2021.
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Germany's far-right AfD names member of CDU as presidential candidate
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Max Otte has been given an ultimatum by the conservatives to either reject the nomination or leave the party. The parliamentarian heads a conservative fringe group within the CDU calling itself the "Values Union."
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Why are bugs becoming big business in Japan?
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Bugs have long been consumed in Japan, but now the market is growing. Company owners say this is down to the numerous nutritional and environmental benefits of this novel form of protein.
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Bundesliga: Bayern Munich fans to return, but capacity restrictions remain elsewhere
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Despite German politicians' deciding against increasing capacity, Bavaria will allow fans to return to stadiums. Elsewhere, however, restrictions remain — much to the consternation of Borussia Dortmund's CEO and others.
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Cameroonians express shock and anger after AFCON stampede
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As football fans reel over the death of at least eight people outside Olembe Stadium, questions have been raised as to how the tragedy unfolded, amid concerns over poor preparation in the lead up to the tournament.
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Iran jails French national for 8 years over alleged spying
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An Iranian court has convicted French national Benjamin Briere of spying and sentenced him to 8 years in prison. Briere was arrested after flying a remote controlled mini-helicopter in the desert in 2020.
January 25th 2022, 11:23 am
Afghanistan: How the Taliban stand to benefit from Norway talks
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Talks with Western officials in Oslo show the Taliban desperately need recognition for their government. They have launched a diplomatic offensive to achieve this goal, and from their point of view, they are succeeding.
January 25th 2022, 9:52 am
Germany's Habeck denounces plan to label nuclear energy 'green' in Brussels
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Robert Habeck, in his first visit to Brussels since taking office, said Germany would resist an EU attempt to call atomic power "sustainable." He said Europe should instead focus on new sources of clean energy.
January 25th 2022, 9:52 am
IMF cuts 2022 economic growth outlook amid inflation
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The dimmer outlook reflects faltering growth in the world’s largest economies, the United States and China. Signaling tough times ahead for households and policymakers, the IMF expects elevated price levels to persist.
January 25th 2022, 9:52 am
Afghanistan: How the Taliban benefited from Norway talks
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Talks in Oslo show the Taliban desperately need recognition for their government. They have launched a diplomatic offensive to achieve this goal, and from their point of view, they are succeeding.
January 25th 2022, 9:05 am
Germany's goal of a European federal state proves elusive
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It's a vision that is even included in the deal underpinning Germany's new coalition government. But the dream of a European superstate has lost much of its luster and left Germany looking increasingly isolated.
January 25th 2022, 8:34 am
Germany's goal: A European federal state
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It's a vision that is even included in the deal that underpins Germany's new coalition government. But the dream of a European superstate has lost much of its luster and left Germany looking increasingly isolated.
January 25th 2022, 8:23 am
COVID digest: BioNTech-Pfizer start trial of omicron-specific vaccine
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Pharmaceutical firms BioNTech and Pfizer have started a clinical trial of an omicron-specific COVID-19 vaccine. Meanwhile, an expert panel in Israel has recommended a 4th jab for adults. Follow DW for more.
January 25th 2022, 8:23 am
Ugandan writer who criticized president released on bail
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Kakwenza Rukirabashaija has published a satirical account of President Yoweri Museveni's rule and insulted the the leader and his son on social media. He'd been detained for weeks on charges of "offensive communication."
January 25th 2022, 7:36 am
A Hong Kong journalist's 'survivor's guilt' amid media clampdown
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Hong Kong journalists have increasingly left the city in recent months to escape the intensifying crackdown on the city's free press. A journalist who moved to Taiwan spoke to DW about her experiences.
January 25th 2022, 7:36 am
Russia adds Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny to 'terrorist' list
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Alexei Navalny, the jailed top critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been put on a list of banned individuals. The move puts Navalny and several of his allies on a par with extremist group "Islamic State."
January 25th 2022, 6:50 am
UK police to investigate Downing Street lockdown parties
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London police chief Cressida Dick has said officers will investigate a spate of parties held at Prime Minister Boris Johnson's residence and office during COVID-19 lockdowns
January 25th 2022, 5:36 am
Indonesia: Fire and feud kill over a dozen people at nightclub
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A blaze took hold as two gangs from rival ethnic groups in the province of West Papua fought to settle a quarrel. The two sides used machetes, arrows and Molotov cocktails to attack each other.
January 25th 2022, 5:06 am
German woman faces crimes against humanity charges after joining IS as a teen
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A German woman who went to Syria to join the extremist IS group as a 15-year-old is in the dock in the eastern city of Halle. She and her jihadi husband are suspected of having enslaved a Yazidi woman.
January 25th 2022, 4:51 am
Deniz Yücel: European court rules Turkey violated journalist's human rights
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The Turkish-German writer and publisher was arrested and detained in Turkey for a year on trumped-up terrorism charges. The European Court of Human Rights said the pre-trial detention violated Yücel's rights.
January 25th 2022, 4:36 am
Transparency International: Corruption watchdog says Germany has work to do
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Transparency International's latest Corruption Perceptions Index has both good and bad news in the struggle against public sector corruption. Germany hasn't budged on the list.
January 25th 2022, 4:06 am
COVID breaks out on Australian ship heading to Tonga
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An Australian naval vessel carrying aid for volcano and tsunami-hit Tonga has reported 23 cases of coronavirus. Tonga is considered virus free.
January 25th 2022, 4:06 am
Australia buys copyright to Aboriginal flag
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The flag, designed by artist Harold Thomas, is now free to fly for Australians without permission or payment of fees. The deal ends a long-running dispute about the flag's public use.
January 25th 2022, 4:06 am
Climate emergency: Keeping homes cool on a warming planet
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Rising temperatures are leading to a surge in demand for cooling. But, ironically, the more we rely on energy-intensive air conditioners, the more the planet warms. What are the other options?
