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Beauty as strategy: Why K-beauty is also a political success

Deutsche Welle • Apr 4, 2026

K-beauty is more than just a cosmetics trend. South Korea has combined popular culture, innovation and national strategy to create a business model wh…

Afghanistan earthquake of magnitude 5.9 kills at least 8

Deutsche Welle • Apr 4, 2026

Authorities said that damage remains under assessment and may be delayed because of the remoteness of the center of the quake. Tremors were also felt …

Iran war: Search on for missing crew member of downed US jet

Deutsche Welle • Apr 4, 2026

The US is racing against time and Iranian forces to recover a missing crew member of an F-15 fighter jet that was downed over Iran. Meanwhile, the UN …

Trump seeks $1.5T for defense, 10% cut to domestic programs

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

The US budget proposals come as Washington faces rising costs from the Iran war and seeks to rebuild weapons stockpiles. The president said he also wa…

Turkey and Armenia: When will the border crossings open?

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Hostility between the two neighbors isolated them from each other for decades. Now Turkey's business community hopes the recent rapprochement will bri…

Iran war: One downed US fighter jet pilot rescued

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

One crew member of a US fighter jet downed over Iran has been rescued and an operation to find another is still underway, according to US and Israeli …

One crew member of a US fighter jet downed over Iran has been rescued, US and Israeli media report - follow DW for more

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

One crew member of a US fighter jet downed over Iran has been rescued and an operation to find another is still underway, according to US and Israeli …

Iran war: US fighter jet reportedly shot down over Iran

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

A US fighter jet was shot down over Iran and a rescue mission was launched, US media report. Meanwhile, the number of ships transiting the Strait of H…

Greek ministers resign over EU farming subsidy scandal

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

A scandal over the misuse of EU subsidies has triggered ministerial resignations in Greece. Beneficiaries allegedly made claims for land and livestock…

Inside India's courts, AI's growing role sparks concern

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

The increasing use of artificial intelligence in courtrooms raises worries that the technology may aggravate bias and structural distortions in the le…

Cuba: 2,000 prisoners pardoned in Holy Week gesture

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

The move, which Cuba has described as a "humanitarian" gesture, comes after the United States allowed a Russian oil tanker to deliver crude to the isl…

Ukraine: Kharkiv under repeated attack on 1,500th day of war

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Ukrainian authorities say Russia is deploying "new tactics" as the city of Kharkiv comes under rolling aerial assaults from ballistic missiles and dro…

Myanmar coup leader Min Aung Hlaing elected president

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Myanmar's parliament has elected junta chief Min Aung Hlaing as president of the Southeast Asian country. He has effectively led Myanmar since the 202…

India news: Modi, Gandhi invoke Jesus Christ's teachings on Good Friday

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Indian leaders marked Good Friday with messages of reflection, compassion and unity. Meanwhile, an Iranian crude oil tanker bound for India has divert…

India news: New Delhi urges Hormuz reopening at UK-hosted summit

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

At a meeting of over 60 countries hosted by the UK, India pointed out that it is the only country to have lost mariners in attacks on merchant shippin…

Germany's peace movement gears up for its traditional Easter peace marches, overshadowed by war and possible conscription

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the possible reintroduction of co…

Germany: Easter peace marches planned in shadow of war

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Germany's peace movement is gearing up for its traditional Easter peace marches, with the war in the Middle East and the reintroduction of conscriptio…

Germany news: Economist suggests autobahn speed limit amid Iran-enduced fuel price spike

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

A leading economist has recommended a temporary highway speed limit due to rising fuel costs amid the Iran war. Meanwhile, protesters are gearing up f…

Are Iran-allied paramilitaries dragging Iraq into the war?

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

After a large convoy of Iraqis crossed into Iran this week, observers worried they would join Iran's war effort against the US and Israel. But, expert…

Artemis II astronauts leave Earth's orbit, rocket towards moon

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Artemis II astronauts have officially begun their journey to the moon after conducting a successful thruster firing. Humans are set to fly around the …

Iran war: More ships pass through Strait of Hormuz

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

Though still far below pre-war levels, the number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz has slightly increased, a report found. Meanwhile, Donald T…

Iran war: UNSC to vote on Gulf-led resolution to open Hormuz

Deutsche Welle • Apr 3, 2026

The UN Security Council is set to vote on a Bahraini resolution to allow countries to use "defensive means" to open the Strait of Hormuz. DW has the l…

Macron dismisses Trump's 'inelegant' dig about his marriage

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Trump took a dig at Macron while lambasting NATO, saying the French president's wife "treats him extremely badly." Macron rejected the notion that the…

Trump removes Attorney General Pam Bondi

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Bondi has faced criticism in Washington over her handling of investigative files related to the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Trump says he fired Attorney General Pam Bondi

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Bondi has faced criticism in Washington over her handling of investigative files related to the late financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Burkina Faso: Army behind most civilian deaths — report

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Human Rights Watch says Burkina Faso's security forces and allied militias "appear to be more brutal and violent" than militant groups. The Fulani eth…

Middle East war: Few solutions to fuel shortages in Africa

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Africa is running low on fuel. The US-Israel-Iran war has sent fuel prices skyrocketing. Are African countries doing enough to calm the fuel market?

As the global energy crisis tightens, the EU is calling for reduced consumption and preparing for a bidding war with Asia.

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

The EU is waking up to an energy crisis and asking people to reduce energy consumption, as fears of a supply crunch set in. Energy analysts are callin…

As Iran war rages, Europe gears up for energy crisis

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

The EU is waking up to an energy crisis and asking people to reduce energy consumption, as fears of a supply crunch set in. Energy analysts are callin…

Uganda: Four children stabbed dead at Kampala kindergarten

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

The suspected assailant was arrested at the scene and remains in police custody. His motive remains unclear.

Iran war: How long can Tehran's asymmetric strategy hold?

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

After many years of sanctions and weeks of US-Israeli bombing, the Iranian regime is shaken — but still very much capable of threatening the region.

How long can Iran's asymmetric strategy hold?

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

After many years of sanctions, and weeks of US-Israeli bombing, the Iranian regime is shaken — but still very much capable of threatening the region.

Denmark: Warship sunk by Nelson's British fleet discovered

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Over 200 years after being sunk by the British Royal Navy under Admiral Horatio Nelson, one of Denmark's most famous warships has been discovered at t…

Semenya hits out at impact of Olympic ban on DSD athletes

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Caster Semenya has had her gender scrutinized in public for years after winning two Olympic golds. She has hit out at what she sees as a policy that d…

Germany: Chancellor Merz has never been more unpopular

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

The CDU/CSU and SPD made many promises to voters. But according to polls, citizens are deeply disappointed and have little hope left that things will …

Fact check: Donald Trump speaks on Iran, oil and economy

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

In a national address, US President Donald Trump spoke about the war in Iran and claimed that "all of their original leaders" are dead and that the US…

'Drill baby drill': Trump opens wilderness to big energy

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

America's beloved national parks and public lands face conservation rollbacks and sell-offs as the Trump administration pushes for fossil fuel and tim…

Trump's park makeover bad for business and nature

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

America's beloved national parks and public lands face conservation rollbacks and sell-offs as the Trump administration pushes for fossil fuel and tim…

India news: Defense exports surge to over $4 billion

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

India's defense exports surged to a record more than $4.1 billion (€3.56 billion) in the fiscal year to March 2026. Meanwhile, Oracle was reportedly l…

India news: Thousands affected as Oracle cuts jobs globally, say reports

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Up to 12,000 workers in India could reportedly be affected as the tech giant cuts jobs globally while boosting AI investment. DW has the latest.

Germany news: Lufthansa marks centenary amid testing times

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Germany's national air carrier, Lufthansa, is officially 100 years old just ahead of the centenary of its first flight. Meanwhile, annual Easter peace…

Iran war: US, Israel hit major bridge, steel plants in Iran

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

US and Israeli strikes destroyed a bridge connecting Tehran to the city of Karaj. It comes after Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the St…

Iran war: Oil prices jump, stocks fall after Trump speech

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Donald Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages" as he addressed the American people on the war. Oil prices surged following his …

Iran war: Tehran vows 'crushing' response after Trump speech

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Donald Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages" as he addressed the American people on the war. Iran has sworn to respond in kin…

Iran war: Trump says US campaign 'nearing completion'

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Donald Trump said US forces would bring Iran "back to the Stone Ages" as he addressed the American people on the war. Iran has vowed a "crushing" resp…

Wealth tax: Why are countries afraid to tax the ultrarich?

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Growing income inequality and public displays of billionaire power are increasing calls for new income and wealth taxes aimed at the world's richest i…

Hungary's government accused of spying on opposition as key election nears

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government used the country's intelligence service to spy on the opposition Tisza Party, says investigative platform Dir…

Hungary's Watergate: Secret service tried to infiltrate the political opposition

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

On the eve of Hungary's elections, Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has been rocked by an espionage scandal. The intelligence services are sai…

UNESCO World Heritage sites facing the heat

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic world heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked t…

World Heritage sites facing the heat

Deutsche Welle • Apr 2, 2026

From Easter Island to the Great Wall of China, many of the world's most iconic world heritage sites are under threat from rising temperatures linked t…

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