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Why Canada thinks India is behind Sikh leader killing
Ever since Trudeau accused India of orchestrating the murder of Nijjar, the Ottawa-New Delhi ties have soured.
Thailand legalizes marriage for all
In Thailand, a new law comes into effect that grants heterosexual and non-heterosexual couples the same marriage rights.
Germany: Stabbing in Aschaffenburg leaves 2 dead
A person has been arrested after the attack in the southern German state of Bavaria.
Top stories in 90 seconds
DW brings you the top international news stories in brief.
Israeli operation in West Bank's Jenin enters second day
Israeli forces are pressing on with a military operation across the West Bank city of Jenin.
Creative and combative — Mexico City by night
Mexico City used to inspire fear. But these days, the megacity is a hotspot for tourists.
UNDP chief: Gaza must 'rebuild 60 years of lost development'
The Israel-Hamas war has caused destruction "without precedent" in Gaza, says UN Development Program boss Achim Steiner.
What does Trump’s return mean for Africa?
Africans have expressed hope and skepticism regarding his policies, particularly on immigration and LGBTQ+ rights.
The hurricane trucks of happiness bringing joy in Brazil
The Hurricane truck brings dance, music and joy to Brazil's villages and provinces.
Prince Harry settles suit with Murdoch media after apology
Harry would have faced a high legal bill even if he had won the case. Instead he got a rare News Group apology.
LGBTQ+ rights: Where does Southeast Asia stand?
Thailand is legalizing same-sex marriage, but its neighbors still have a long way to go towards marriage equality.
Mexico braces for influx of migrants deported from the US
In the Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez, fears are high that mass arrivals could cause a humanitarian crisis.
South Korea to remove concrete barrier after Jeju Air crash
South Korean airports are being revamped amid safety concerns after the country's worst-ever air disaster.
Does Germany need wind power?
Some politicians in Germany want a return to nuclear power, but the wind sector is on track to make significant gains.
As Israeli ban on UNRWA looms, what next for aid into Gaza?
Aid shipments into Gaza are possible again. But the UN agency coordinating them will soon be banned by Israel.
Trump's trade threats could compel reform, EU leaders say
Trump's second term could spur much-needed reform within the EU to regain competitiveness.
Thailand denies planning Uyghur return in face of UN pleas
Thai authorities have denied any immediate plan to send 48 Uyghur refugees back to China after UN experts urged a stop.
Germany's Scholz heads to Paris for meeting with Macron
Scholz and Macron to hold bilateral talks with a list of topics extending far beyond Franco-German ties.
Why did Nuri Sahin struggle at Borussia Dortmund?
After Sahin's departure, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund are now looking for their eighth coach in the last 10 years.
Panama pushes back on Trump's canal claims
Donald Trump wants the US to regain control of the Panama Canal, but Panamanians disagree.
Australia eyes possible foreign role in antisemitic attacks
Australian police are investigating whether criminals have been paid money from abroad to commit antisemitic crimes.
New AI method improves early breast cancer detection
New way to detect breast cancer with AI at very early stages could save lives but needs larger-scale testing first.
The growing popularity of urban cycling in Senegal
Senegal's urban cycling trend offers a chance to boost green transport.
Colombia: Special forces target rebels amid surge in attacks
Clashes between ELN and remnants of FARC, both vying for control of drug trafficking routes, have left over 100 dead.
Brain drain: Talent on the move — MADE
Life in the tech industry in Portugal, Taiwan and Germany. And free public transportation.
The Day with Brent Goff: Day One for Trump 2.0
US President Trump wasted no time after his inauguration on Monday. In the first hours of his second term he pardoned almost all January 6th rioters. Trump also issued numerous executive orders to reverse the "mistakes of the Biden administration" including a declaration of a state of emergency at the border with Mexico.
The 77 Percent — The Magazine for Africa's Youth
Afro-descendent people from the Americas and beyond are opting to leave their lives in the West and return to Africa.
Turkey: Dozens killed in fire at ski resort hotel
A fire at a hotel in a ski resort northwest of Ankara has killed at least 76 people and injured more than 50.
Trump pardons most of January 6 rioters
US President Donald Trump has pardoned most of those convicted over the storming of the US Capitol on January 6, 2021.
Show of force by Hamas despite Gaza ceasefire
A few days into a truce with Israel, the militant group Hamas is showing that it is still a force to be reckoned with.
Donald Trump shakes up German politics
Leading German politicians fear the worst from Trump's second presidency. Only the far-right AfD is delighted.
Why Netflix is going big on live sports with the NFL and WWE
Streaming giant Netflix have come late to the game in showing live sport but have already made a big impression.
Mexico will 'defend its sovereignty' amid Trump threats
United States President Donald Trump said troops will be sent to the Mexico border to halt illegal migration.
Trump signs string of executive orders
US President Donald Trump has signed a series of executive orders designed to reshape American institutions.
EU lawmaker: Europe, US need engagement, not escalation
US President Donald Trump has threatened to hit trade partners with import tariffs. DW spoke with David McAllister.
Trump puts an end to US gender diversity policies
President Donald Trump has declared that the US will officially only recognize two genders, male and female.
Tanzania election: What chance does the opposition have?
The opposition must first resolve a long-standing power struggle to have any hopes of defeating the ruling CCM party.
Bangladesh: Mainstream parties fear getting sidelined
Is Bangladesh aiming to reset its political system by eliminating Sheikh Hasina and the strongest opposition party?
Asylum seekers to US fear tighter border policy, deportation
Will new US President Trump implement his sweeping immigration agenda despite significant legal and logistical hurdles?
Could Chennai become a green city by 2050?
Centuries of deforestation have left much of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu devoid of green space.
AfricaLink News January 21, 2025
US President Trump to pull US out of the WHO +++ Clashes between DRC troops and M23 rebels kill displace 200,000 people
Israel launches military operation in West Bank city
Israeli forces have begun an operation in Jenin, with local officials reporting at least two Palestinians killed.
Turkey: Death toll in ski resort fire rises to 76
The hotel was close to capacity with guests taking advantage of the school holidays.
International festival showcases blind singers and composers
A festival in Krakow, Poland, gives blind vocalists the chance to perform songs they have composed theirmselves.
Protests at WEF: World 'can't afford' billionaire bubble
Activists at the World Economic Forum in Davos are protesting against the growing divide between the rich and the poor.
Philippines: How a coastal community has revived mangroves
The mangrove forest in Prieto Diaz was nearly depleted, but restoration efforts have reversed years of decline.
Vietnam: Alarm bells ring as birthrate hits record low
Both the West and China are pouring money into Vietnam, but its plummeting fertility rate might spell trouble.
EU looks to head off gas squeeze amid Russian LNG ban talk
European gas inventories are being used up quickly, leading to fears of a possible energy crunch.
Is Serbia on the brink of a general strike?
After months of protests, demonstrators are calling for a general strike. The government is threatening retaliation.
US withdrawal from Paris Agreement 'devastating'
With Donald Trump back in the White House, the world is bracing for another all-out attack on environmental policies.
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