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Germany, France agree on new tank deal
Germany, France agree on new tank deal
A Franco-German armaments agreement calls for developing a new tank to replace Germany's Leopard 2 and France's Leclerc.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate
US long-range missiles to Ukraine reignites German debate
The US delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine has drawn focus to a debate in Germany over sending similar weapons.
Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds
Germans have positive view of the state, survey finds
Germans see the role of the state more positively than in the past, but they remain wary of too much interference.
Germany: 17-year-old charged in school knife attack
Germany: 17-year-old charged in school knife attack
A 17-year-old has been charged in connection with a knife attack at a school in western Germany in February.
German private firms asked to pay up for climate protection
German private firms asked to pay up for climate protection
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz insists Germany will meet its climate commitments, but that public money isn't enough.
Germany's AfD party hit with spy scandal
Germany's AfD party hit with spy scandal
An aide to far-right German member of the European Parliament Maximilian Krah is accused of spying for China.
EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019?
EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019?
With elections in June, DW breaks down where the European Parliament made its mark — and where it didn't.
Germany's China envoy summoned by Beijing over spying claims
Germany's China envoy summoned by Beijing over spying claims
Germany's China envoy says she was summoned by Chinese authorities after arrests of suspected spies.
Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group?
Espionage: 'Donetsk People's Republic' a terror group?
The German Federal Public Prosecutor's Office says so, but what are the legal consequences?
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Filipino nurses in Germany struggle with the language
Filipino nurses in Germany struggle with the language
Filipino nurses are in high demand in Germany, but struggles learning German make it harder for them to feel at home.
Arab Film Festival in Berlin spotlights Palestinian voices
Arab Film Festival in Berlin spotlights Palestinian voices
As the Israel-Hamas war impacts Germany's cultural sector, the ALFILM festival fear for the future of their event.
Germany: One in five older women faces poverty
Germany: One in five older women faces poverty
Doing the unpaid work of caring for family members often leaves older women financially worse off than older men.
Germany tops list of non-English-speaking job destinations
Germany tops list of non-English-speaking job destinations
Many foreigners are eager to work in Germany, but few people in Germany are looking to leave the country for a job.
German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party
German culture scene unites against far-right AfD party
With the far-right AfD set to take more seats in upcoming elections, culture groups are countering "extremist politics."
Skip next section Business
Business
Agribusiness 2030: Winners and losers
Agribusiness 2030: Winners and losers
Agriculture is in crisis worldwide. Who will win and who will lose?
European ports swamped with cars amid China EV offensive
European ports swamped with cars amid China EV offensive
Some ports in the bloc are struggling to cope with a huge influx of cars that has turned them into giant parking lots.
Indonesia wants progress on EU trade deal
Indonesia wants progress on EU trade deal
Indonesia accuses the EU of "regulatory imperialism" following several trade disputes. But it's still hoping for a deal.
German consumer confidence hits two-year high
German consumer confidence hits two-year high
Consumer confidence rose for the third month in a row in Europe's largest economy, according to market research.
Germany raises 2024 GDP growth forecast to 0.3%
Germany raises 2024 GDP growth forecast to 0.3%
Germany has revised its growth forecast for the year 2024, announcing a marginal increase.
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Science and Environment
The exoskeleton – high tech help with lifting
The exoskeleton – high tech help with lifting
Exoskeletons are designed to make lifting easier and protect the back. Testing is already underway.
AI's role in life & death decisions
AI's role in life & death decisions
Should AI in health care make life-or-death decisions? Here are the pros and cons of so-called AI triage systems.
What is Bitcoin halving?
What is Bitcoin halving?
Artificial scarcity should make Bitcoin more valuable and more environmentally friendly.
German minister calls on 'superrich' to pay for climate
German minister calls on 'superrich' to pay for climate
Germany has joined calls by Brazil to tax the world's superrich to pay for climate protection.
Germany's Autobahn — finally time for a speed limit?
Germany's Autobahn — finally time for a speed limit?
The majority of Germans want a speed limit, as do environmental groups. Can they convince those opposed to one?
Germany: Camel leads circus animal breakout
Germany: Camel leads circus animal breakout
A camel made two bids for freedom from a circus in Germany on Wednesday, and took several other animals with it.
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Travel
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.
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki — without using a plane
How easy is it to avoid taking a plane? DW reporter Benjamin Bathke traveled 36 hours to find out.
World Heritage Site: A look at Potsdam's Sanssouci Palace
World Heritage Site: A look at Potsdam's Sanssouci Palace
The renowned summer residence of Prussian King Frederick the Great is known as a rococo masterpiece.
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.
10 reasons to love Bremen
10 reasons to love Bremen
Bremen, Germany's smallest state, is all about Hanseatic traditions and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.
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Sports
Everest climbing season with new rules and question marks
Everest climbing season with new rules and question marks
Hundreds of mountaineers are once again attempting to climb Everest in 2024 as climage change causes new problems.
Cruciate ligament rupture: all you need to know
Cruciate ligament rupture: all you need to know
Cruciate ligament injuries are common, but how is the injury treated, how long does it last and can you return?
Franz Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue
Franz Beckenbauer to be honored with bronze statue
The statue of legendary German soccer player "Kaiser" Franz Beckenbauer will be erected in his hometown of Munich.
Paying for gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate
Paying for gold: New Olympic medal bonus stirs debate
The World Athletics federation has broken ranks to pay athletes bonuses for medals at the 2024 Olympics. Good move?
Julian Nagelsmann to stay as German national football coach
Julian Nagelsmann to stay as German national football coach
Julian Nagelsmann has extended his contract with the German national soccer team ahead of Euro 2024.
Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint
Bundesliga: TV rights auction suspended after DAZN complaint
Online streaming service DAZN has accused the German Football League (DFL) of unfair treatment.
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DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Wittenberge
#DailyDrone: Wittenberge
Our drone heads to Wittenberge in Brandenburg.
#DailyDrone: Jetty "Nedwighafen"
#DailyDrone: Jetty "Nedwighafen"
Brandenburg from above: A drone flight to the jetty in Wittenberge.
#DailyDrone: Old Oil Mill, Wittenberge
#DailyDrone: Old Oil Mill, Wittenberge
Delicious cuisine in an industrial monument: A bird's-eye view of the Old Oil Mill in Wittenberge.
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