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  • World NewsAngela Merkel in Poland: Bidding good-bye to a difficult partner

    Angela Merkel in Poland: Bidding good-bye to a difficult partner

    After Angela Merkel was elected chancellor of Germany in the fall of 2005, Warsaw was one of the first capitals she visited, along with Paris and Brussels. Poland had joined the European Union a year earlier. Germany was full of hope as it eyed its new partner on the right bank of the Oder River. Sixteen years later as Merkel…

  • World News9/11, the ‘war on terror’ and the consequences for the world

    9/11, the ‘war on terror’ and the consequences for the world

    Twenty years have passed since the September 11 attacks. At Ground Zero in New York, the towers of a new World Trade Center rise above the skyline, and there is a memorial to the nearly 3,000 victims of the attacks. The city has bounced back and now has more residents than in 2001. Until the pandemic, the economy was booming. …

  • World News9/11 through African eyes

    9/11 through African eyes

    Kenya Zainab Aziz I knew about the attack immediately because I was a journalist, working for the national broadcaster in the capital, Nairobi. In my heart and mind I was thinking of the people inside those buildings. I was shocked, even before I knew the details. The attack gave me flashbacks to the US embassy bombings in Kenya and Tanzania…

  • World NewsIndian farmers vow to turn up the heat on Modi’s government

    Indian farmers vow to turn up the heat on Modi’s government

    Thousands of farmers gathered at a grain market outside the Indian capital New Delhi this week in protest against new market-friendly agriculture laws that they say threaten their livelihoods. It came after another rally on Sunday involving tens of thousands of farmers vowing to remain defiant against the government over the controversial measures. These rallies proved some of the biggest…

  • World NewsJapan: Does Suga’s demise mean a return to revolving door politics?

    Japan: Does Suga’s demise mean a return to revolving door politics?

    Yoshihide Suga’s failure to stay on as prime ministerof Japan much beyond a single year has triggered concern that the nation is edging back towards an era of political uncertainty and upheaval. Tokyo has been unsettled by the prospect of a revolving door of leaders, each with insufficient time to implement effective change. Suga took over from Shinzo Abe on…

  • World NewsCOVID: How the delta variant has shattered Vietnam’s success

    COVID: How the delta variant has shattered Vietnam’s success

    Through the first four months of this year, Diep Nguyen was enjoying Vietnam’s impressive containment of COVID-19. Her cafe in an upscale area of Ho Chi Minh City was becoming more popular, and she had begun experimenting with serving cocktails. On May 31, she stopped in-person service as several of her employees lived in neighborhoods that were turning into infection…

  • World NewsYoung Slovenian Obama scholar spearheads the fight for water and equal rights

    Young Slovenian Obama scholar spearheads the fight for water and equal rights

    Sunday, July 11, was a typical summer’s day in Slovenia, with temperatures hovering just below 30 degrees Celsius (86 Fahrenheit). In the evening, as a storm brewed over the capital, Ljubljana, Nika Kovac, the leader of the campaign against the Water Act, was listening to the first unofficial results of the referendum. “The most important thing we have done with…

  • World NewsEgypt: New ruling on hymen repair stirs up controversy

    Egypt: New ruling on hymen repair stirs up controversy

    During a recent live Facebook broadcast in Arabic, Dr Ahmed Mamdouh, director of the Sharia Research Department of Egypt’s highest religious authority, the Dar al-Ifta, said that “in some cases, patching is required and legitimate for a girl who has been raped or deceived and wants to repent and turn a new page.” This new fatwa — the name given…

  • World NewsHow much is gold worth to these young miners in Ghana? | Thaiger

    How much is gold worth to these young miners in Ghana?

    Osino is a community rich in gold. Mining moves the economy for years here. But illegal mining in eastern Ghana causes concern.”Galamsey” is done on a small scale and without a license. Young men are arrested, and their tools are destroyed. Miners dump waste into the water sources. There is no recovery of the exploited land. Traditional leaders worry about…

  • World NewsThe lone hero of Abidjan’s cleanup | Thaiger

    The lone hero of Abidjan’s cleanup

    Djo Drigbé is 37 years old and has one mission: to see the city of Abidjan clean. He removes trash from beaches, streets, and gutters. He is unemployed and doesn’t receive any salary for his work. Donations guarantee a meal for his family. Drigbé lives with his partner and son. His dedication has drawn admiration. Drigbé dreams of working for…

  • World NewsAfghan families flee to Pakistan over Taliban forced marriage fears

    Afghan families flee to Pakistan over Taliban forced marriage fears

    Khalid Shinwari, 25, has taken a sigh of relief after managing to flee Taliban-controlled Afghanistan and reaching Pakistan in recent days. A father of three, Shinwari’s family first moved to Pakistan during the Afghan civil war of the 1990s that brought the Taliban to power. “My father then thought that Pakistan would be a safe place to come to, given…

  • World NewsThe comeback of Gambia’s dictator

    The comeback of Gambia’s dictator

    Human rights groups in the Gambia have decried the possible return of former President Yahya Jammeh, who ruled the Gambia from 1994 until he was forced into exile after refusing to accept defeat in the 2016 elections. Jammeh is accused of human rights violations and killings of political opponents during his 22-year reign. Ahead of upcoming presidential elections in December,…

  • Sports NewsGermany on course for World Cup after win in Iceland

    Germany on course for World Cup after win in Iceland

    Three games into Hansi Flick’s time in charge and it’s easy to see why Germany fans might be excited about watching their national team again. A win in Iceland completed a perfect week for Germany. SOURCE: DW News

  • World NewsThe comeback of Gambia’s dictator

    Gambia: Rights groups decry Jammeh’s possible return

    Human rights groups in the Gambia have decried the possible return of former president Yahya Jammeh, who ruled the Gambia from 1994 until he was forced into exile after refusing to accept defeat in 2016 elections. Jammeh is accused of gross human rights violations and killings of political opponents during his 22-year reign. Ahead of upcoming presidential elections in December,…

  • World NewsOpinion: Jair Bolsonaro tests Brazil’s democracy

    Opinion: Jair Bolsonaro tests Brazil’s democracy

    Jair Bolsonaro stopped governing a while back. In three years, his government has inaugurated a few local infrastructure projects and liberalized gun laws, which has led to a sharp increase in arms sales in a country that is already notoriously violent. Apart from that, Brazil’s president has promoted the ongoing destruction of the Amazon rainforest and mismanaged the COVID-19 pandemic…

  • World News‘Governing Afghanistan today will not be easy’

    ‘Governing Afghanistan today will not be easy’

    A Taliban spokesman announced on Tuesday the names of those who would fill key government posts as the group assumes complete power over Afghanistan. Despite previously claiming that they would rule differently to the group’s repressive regime in the 1990s, the list was filled with mostly old guard stalwarts. The Taliban’s supreme leader said the new government would be guided…

  • World NewsIran: The girls choosing education over tradition

    Iran: The girls choosing education over tradition

    Reporter: Dominika Nooripur / Presenter: Ineke Mules SOURCE: DW News

  • World NewsGetting Middle East start-ups off the ground

    Getting Middle East start-ups off the ground

    Reporter: Tilo Spanhel / Presenter: Sam Baker SOURCE: DW News

  • World NewsWorld in Progress: Change sweeps the East

    World in Progress: Change sweeps the East

    From the Middle East to Central Asia, new societal trends are emerging that are challenging long-held norms. In Iran, women and girls are banking on education as the key to progress. Young entrepreneurs in Egypt are reaping the rewards of start-ups. Meanwhile in Turkey, Afghan refugees are stuck in a state of limbo. SOURCE: DW News

  • World NewsAfghanistan: What Taliban rule means for Sikhs and Hindus

    Afghanistan: What Taliban rule means for Sikhs and Hindus

    After taking shelter at the Gurdwara Dashmesh Pita at Karta-E-Parwan near Kabul for weeks, Afghan Sikhs and Hindus have left for their homes in different parts of the country. The collapse of Afghanistan’s civilian government and the takeover of the conflict-stricken country by the Taliban last month have thrown the lives of religious minorities in disarray. Just about 250 Sikhs…

  • World NewsParis: Can a trial help heal victims of the Bataclan terror attacks?

    Paris: Can a trial help heal victims of the Bataclan terror attacks?

    Ever since November 13, 2015, Sebastien Dauzet has been feeling vulnerable. That night, nine gunmen attacked what he considers the heart of his neighborhood. Theterrorists killed 130 people in attacks at the Stade de France stadium just north of Paris, as well as in several bars and the Bataclan music venue in the capital. It was France’s bloodiest terror attack…

  • World NewsWhy Afghan asylum-seekers are protesting in India

    Why Afghan asylum-seekers are protesting in India

    Many Afghan migrants and asylum-seekers, especially single mothers and their children, have been camping outside the office of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in New Delhi for more than a week. They’re demanding recognition as refugees and better economic security for their children. Many of them arrived in India several years ago but are struggling to make…

  • World NewsBelarus: Germany, EU slam Kolesnikova verdict

    Belarus: Germany, EU slam Kolesnikova verdict

    The news from Minsk did not come as much of a surprise: A court in the Belarusian capital on Monday sentenced the well-known Belarusian opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova to 11 years in prison. Her colleague in the Belarusian opposition’s Coordination Council, the lawyer Maxim Znak, was handed a 10-year jail sentence. Kolesnikova became one of the most prominent faces of…

  • World NewsMikhail Khodorkovsky: ‘Dialogue only strengthens Putin’s regime’

    Mikhail Khodorkovsky: ‘Dialogue only strengthens Putin’s regime’

    DW: About a year ago, Alexei Navalny was poisoned. What impact did this have on political life in Russia and on the country’s opposition? Mikhhail Khodorkovsky: Fortunately, this event hasn’t ended badly so far. Alexei Navalny might be in prison but he is still alive. Nevertheless, the poison attack against him is a move away from normal statehood and towards…

  • World NewsIndia’s ambitious palm oil push triggers biodiversity fears

    India’s ambitious palm oil push triggers biodiversity fears

    The Indian government introduced a new plan in August to boost the production of palm oil. India is one of the largest consumers of palm oil, which is used in almost everything from soaps to chips. But the country still imports most of its palm oil. India also produces a range of other vegetable oils, like mustard and soybean, but…

  • Thailand NewsPhuket, the hub of the next global superyacht destination

    Phuket, the hub of the next global superyacht destination

    Sponsored Thailand, and notably Phuket, is poised to become the core of the next major superyacht destination in Southeast Asia. As we learn to live with Covid what better way to promote this wonderful place than the Thailand International Boat Show (TIBS), which will be held from January 6 to 9, 2022, at the award-winning and SHA Plus+ certified Royal Phuket Marina…

  • World NewsBattling through Ghana’s lean season

    Battling through Ghana’s lean season

    The World Food Programme reports hunger has increased by 30% higher since year than last year and it is the highest level in a decade. But one man’s initiative is helping those struggling. Nanleeb Konlan farms large plantations of grains,which he distributes for free to poorer communities in the lean season. SOURCE: DW News

  • Sports NewsHansi Flick’s Germany burst into life against Armenia

    Hansi Flick’s Germany burst into life against Armenia

    Three days later than expected, Germany delivered an outstanding performance against Armenia that moved them top of their World Cup qualifying group. There were several standout displays in Hansi Flick’s first home game. SOURCE: DW News

  • Sports NewsGermany vs. Armenia: Live World Cup qualifier buildup

    Germany vs. Armenia: Live World Cup qualifier buildup

    After a comfortable, if uninspiring, win in his first match, Hansi Flick welcomes Armenia for his first home game. The former Bayern Munich coach will have to shuffle the pack a little as he gets to know his new team. SOURCE: DW News

  • Sports NewsTokyo Paralympics Digest: Nick Mayhugh sets new world record, pays tribute to Bolt

    Tokyo Paralympics Digest: Nick Mayhugh sets new world record, pays tribute to Bolt

    On the penultimate day of a Paralympics described by organizers as “out of this world” there were plenty of medals up for grabs. A British middle distance runner, an American sprinter and a German shooter caught the eye. SOURCE: DW News