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IAA: German automakers need to step on the gas to stay relevant
As the International Mobility Show opens in Munich, the German car industry is facing roadblocks on many sides. That's why…
Why TV weather forecasters are targeted by online hate
An email death threat marked the beginning of the end of one meteorologist's job. Experts say climate misinformation and…
Is this 'the most important election' in Moldova's history?
Voters are split between the pro-EU and pro-Russia parties as Moldova prepares for Sunday's parliamentary elections. As…
Big Businesses Have a Major Problem With AI
An analysis from the Financial Times makes a damning case of mindless AI band-wagoning among the US's top companies.
India, EU close to free trade deal amid US tariffs turmoil
A free trade agreement between the EU and India seems to be nearing the finish line. With the uncertainty over US tariffs,…
Tesla Engineer Quits, Roasts Elon Musk in Spectacular Fashion
An engineer who worked Tesla's energy division shared a few words about Elon Musk and his supposed commitment to a greener future.
Trillions for oil: Why investors won't go green
Your savings and pension are part of the story. Despite net-zero pledges, banks and funds keep channeling cash to oil and gas.…
How Helsinki cut traffic deaths to zero with help of smart city…
The Finnish capital Helsinki went a whole year without a traffic fatality. Smart, data-driven city planning helped.
Winners of 2025 Goethe Medal building cultural bridges
The 2025 Goethe Medal goes to philanthropist and activist Osman Kavala from Turkey, as well as Chinese linguist Li Yuan and…
Fake studies on the rise 'destroying trust in science'
Organized networks are infiltrating the academic publishing system to promote fake science, say experts investigating research…
Why is Trump being so generous to China?
Donald Trump slashed tariffs and softened his stance on China, while imposing steep duties on India and Brazil. What leverage…
How Estonia outpaced the rest of Europe at digitalization
Germany has been described as an analogue country in a digital world. Meanwhile, Estonia has digitized all of its government…
German police expands use of Palantir surveillance software
Police and spy agencies are keen to combat criminality and terrorism with artificial intelligence. But critics say the CIA-funded…
Why are investors still financing fossil fuels?
Your savings and pension are part of the story. Despite net-zero pledges, banks and funds keep channeling cash to oil and gas.…
Greece: Firefighters battle deadly blaze near Athens
Three people died as gale-force winds hit Greece, fanning the flames of a wildfire close to the capital. More strong winds are…
GPT-5 Is Turning Into a Disaster
It's only been out for a few days, but seems that OpenAI's long-awaited GPT-5 model may already be dead on arrival.
Why is Donald Trump so afraid of BRICS?
The US president vowed higher tariffs on BRICS nations that align with the bloc's plans to challenge US hegemony. Despite the…
Global Media Forum 2025: Building bridges to beat populism
DW has invited media professionals from all over the world to Bonn, Germany, where they will discuss strategies for solidarity in…
A new Martian climate model suggest a mostly cold, harsh environment
A model built using data from the Curiosity rover suggests wet periods were rare.
How dangerous are invasive insects in Europe?
Invasive insects like the tiger mosquito and the Asian hornet are becoming increasingly common across Europe, with devastating…
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