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Germany: Thousands protest after attack on EU lawmaker
Germany: Thousands protest after attack on EU lawmaker
A German MEP was hospitalized after a suspected far-right attack in Dresden on Friday.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Merz leads Germany's CDU to top of opinion polls
Christian Democrat leader Friedrich Merz is portraying himself as the tough, decisive leader Germany needs.
Germany recalls envoy to Russia over cyberattack
Germany recalls envoy to Russia over cyberattack
Germany recalls its ambassador to Moscow after what Berlin said was a state-sponsored cyberattack on politicians.
Scholz vows Germany's 'unwavering' support for Baltics
Scholz vows Germany's 'unwavering' support for Baltics
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's comments came on a visit to Lithuania, where German troops are to deploy permanently.
German politician attack: 4 teens identified as suspects
German politician attack: 4 teens identified as suspects
After the attack on an EU lawmaker in the city of Dresden, police say they have identified three more teenage supects.
German, New Zealand research institutes sign Antarctic deal
German, New Zealand research institutes sign Antarctic deal
The agreement comes as New Zealand looks to overhaul its decades-old base in Antarctica.
GPS jamming in the Baltic region: Is Russia responsible?
GPS jamming in the Baltic region: Is Russia responsible?
Estonia and Lithuania have accused Russia of interfering with air traffic navigation in the region. Will NATO respond?
Antisemitism rising dramatically across the world — report
Antisemitism rising dramatically across the world — report
An ongoing trend of increased antisemitism has skyrocketed in the past seven months, a new report has found.
Bundeswehr's classified meetings found online
Bundeswehr's classified meetings found online
The German military confirmed earlier reports of a vulnerability affecting the Webex site it uses for online meetings.
Hamburg: Hundreds protest against 'caliphate' rally
Hamburg: Hundreds protest against 'caliphate' rally
After some protesters called for a 'caliphate' in Hamburg, secular Islamic groups organized a new, pro-democracy rally.
German schools see rise in violence
German schools see rise in violence
Frustrated students and teachers are forced to put up with dilapidated buildings and increasing violence in schools.
Germany: Will foreign influence scandals dent AfD's support?
Germany: Will foreign influence scandals dent AfD's support?
Ahead of European elections, Germany's far-right AfD party faces scrutiny over spying and foreign influence scandals.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: 200 years on
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony: 200 years on
With his Ninth Symphony, first performed in 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven created a work for the ages.
Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland adds mini Monaco
Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland adds mini Monaco
Complete with yachts and Formula One cars racing through the model landscape, it's much like the real thing.
1945 - Women as Spoils of War
1945 - Women as Spoils of War
In early 1945, at least 860,000 women and girls in Germany were sexually abused by Allied soldiers.
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free
Germany: Berlin offers up Goebbels' villa for free
The villa once owned by Adolf Hitler's propaganda minister will be demolished if no takers come forward to claim it.
Berlin plans two monuments to migrants
Berlin plans two monuments to migrants
The German capital is planning to mark the achievements of migrants in former West and East Berlin.
Witching and demonstrating: May traditions in Germany
Witching and demonstrating: May traditions in Germany
May is a very special month in Germany, with many celebrations. People ring it in with the so-called Walpurgis Night.
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Business
Warding Off Scammers
Warding Off Scammers
An expert reveals how to spoil scamming schemes and shield yourself from fraud.
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Battling Tesla's Gigafactory
Tesla builds its best-selling electric car in Brandenburg, Germany. Environmentalists are protesting the expansion.
AI: Why German firms are lagging behind
AI: Why German firms are lagging behind
One survey suggests 40% of German companies have no plans to implement artificial intelligence into their processes.
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.
Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes
Germany's economy shows slight upturn, raising hopes
The latest figures give some hope that Germany may be escaping the economic doldrums.
Skip next section Science and Environment
Science and Environment
Exercising your diaphragm to boost vitality
Exercising your diaphragm to boost vitality
Your diaphragm is vital for breathing. Fitness trainer Tim Bertko shows us how to train this powerful muscle.
Germany has already exceeded its annual ecological limits
Germany has already exceeded its annual ecological limits
If the whole planet consumed like the Germans, we would need three times as many resources.
Robots as caregivers – opportunities and risks
Robots as caregivers – opportunities and risks
Can robots make up for a shortage of nursing staff in hospitals and care facilities?
COVID: Is Germany prepared for another pandemic?
COVID: Is Germany prepared for another pandemic?
WHO is negotiating the world's first global accord on pandemics. How well is Germany prepared to cope?
Power napping – What is it and what are the benefits?
Power napping – What is it and what are the benefits?
Power napping is a revitalizing snooze that has been proven to boost mental alertness, creativity and physical energy.
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Travel
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.
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.
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.
Skip next section Sports
Sports
Sabrina Wittmann's debut a first in German men's football
Sabrina Wittmann's debut a first in German men's football
Sabrina Wittmann earned a point in her debut as the first female coach of a German men's professional team.
Reus starts Dortmund exit with Champions League end in sight
Reus starts Dortmund exit with Champions League end in sight
Marco Reus led his side to a win after announcing his departure. But a Champions League final could be his last goodbye.
German men's pro football gets first female coach
German men's pro football gets first female coach
While Sabrina Wittmann is in the role on an interim basis, club bosses haven't ruled out a longer-term contract.
Bayern Munich win Bundesliga as Stanway eyes double
Bayern Munich win Bundesliga as Stanway eyes double
Georgia Stanway's return to form has Bayern on the verge of club history. But she told DW there have been tough times.
The Champions League's greatest rivalry: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid
The Champions League's greatest rivalry: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid
Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid has proven to be Europe's greatest rivalry. Here are its greatest moments.
Skip next section DAILY DRONE
DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Hamburg
#DailyDrone: Hamburg
Gateway to the world: A bird's-eye view of the port city of Hamburg with the #DailyDrone.
#DailyDrone: The old harbor in Bremerhaven
#DailyDrone: The old harbor in Bremerhaven
Old meets new: a trip with the #DailyDrone over the old harbor in Bremerhaven.
#DailyDrone: Kiel harbor
#DailyDrone: Kiel harbor
Kiel harbor is the third largest port for passengers in Germany – the #DailyDrone let's you see it from above.
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