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France to host 2030 Winter Olympics, Salt Lake City 2034
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
The games would be the fourth time France has hosted the Winter Olympics. Meanwhile, Salt Lake City, Utah, was also chosen to host the 2034 Games.
Musk activates Starlink internet service in Gaza hospital
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
Many health facilities in the Gaza Strip have been destroyed in over nine months of war. Musk says the internet service has been activated with the help of Israel and the UAE.
Sonya Massey: Video shows US police shooting of Black woman
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
An unarmed Black woman in Illinois was shot and killed by police over a pot of boiling water, bodycam footage shows.
Nepal: Plane crashes during take-off in Kathmandu with 19 on board, CCTV footage surfaces
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
The Saurya Airlines plane was operating a test flight from the capital, Kathmandu, to the tourist hub of Pokhara. Nepal's military said that rescue work is ongoing.
"Reveals true face of Mahmoud Abbas": Israel condemns Hamas-Fatah unity deal
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
The rival Palestinian factions have signed an agreement in China to form a "national reconciliation government" for post-war Gaza.
How to solve water shortage in cities
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
Across the globe, water is becoming scarce, particularly in cities. But demand is growing rapidly. Which measures help save water and ensure equal access for all?
Can India's new budget tackle growing job crisis?
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
Despite strong economic growth, India is not generating enough jobs for its young population. With a new budget on the table, experts say paying for training skilled workers and more manufacturing would be a first step.
Climate monitor records hottest-ever day on July 21
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Preliminary data has shown that the global temperature on Sunday beat the heat record set last July. Scientists have warned that 2024 may break last year's annual temperature record.
Bangladesh protests: What's next after court cuts quotas?
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Following deadly protests, Bangladesh's top court has advised largely scaling back a quota system for civil service jobs. However, the situation remains tense as protesters say their demands have not been fully met.
US: Where does Kamala Harris stand on abortion and Israel?
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Now that Joe Biden has withdrawn from the presidential race, US Vice President Kamala Harris is seeming the likely choice for the Democrats' nominee. But can she beat Donald Trump? And where does she stand politically?
Nipah virus: A recurring, deadly threat in India
Tuesday, 23 July 2024
Health authorities in India face outbreaks of Nipah virus almost every other year. Transmitted by fruit bats, it's often fatal among humans.
US President Joe Biden drops out of re-election bid, endorses VP Kamala Harris
Monday, 22 July 2024
US President Joe Biden announced on Sunday he would drop out from his re-election bid and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party...
Ukrainian nationalist ex-lawmaker Iryna Farion shot dead
Sunday, 21 July 2024
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has condemned the killing and directed security services to resolve the crime. Farion had been an outspoken defender of the Ukrainian language.
Global cyber outage blamed on security software update, CrowdStrike CEO tells when everything will be fine
Friday, 19 July 2024
Broadcasters, airports and several companies across the world were hit with major disruptions after an update caused a global tech outage. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said it has issued a fix.
Polio: All you need to know about the viral disease
Friday, 19 July 2024
Health ministries in Israel and Hamas-run Gaza reported type 2 polio was detected in sewage samples from the war zone. This was confirmed by the World Health Organization.
Hungarian heatwave puts F1 driver safety in focus
Friday, 19 July 2024
The 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix is set to take place during a heatwave across the country. With drivers subjected to grueling conditions even without extreme heat, questions are being raised about their safety.
Massive cyber outage reported in several countries; hits airlines, companies
Friday, 19 July 2024
Broadcasters, airports and several companies across the world are reporting cyber problems, with their services severely disrupted. DW has the latest.
Police arrest Taylor Swift 'stalker' as Germany tour begins
Friday, 19 July 2024
German police arrested a suspected Taylor Swift stalker ahead of the US singer's concert in Gelsenkirchen on Wednesday evening. On stage, the 34-year-old superstar delighted fans by greeting them in German.
Bangladesh: Protesters set state broadcaster on fire (VIDEO)
Friday, 19 July 2024
Web outage monitors reported a "near total internet shutdown" after the government said it would suspend some mobile services. Students are demanding equal access to public sector jobs.
Giorgia Meloni height jibe costs Italian journalist €5,000
Friday, 19 July 2024
Giulia Cortese was convicted of defamation over two tweets about the Italian prime minister that a court said amounted to "body shaming."
