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Left to right: Robert Habeck, Olaf Scholz, Christian Lindner

German government descends into crisis mode

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Germans are happier than they were last year — study

Tehran says German-Iranian died before execution

Germany: Eight suspected right-wing militants arrested

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Reports & Analysis

A closeup of cancer cells and microrobots seen under a microscope

A closeup of cancer cells and microrobots seen under a microscope

Could microrobots be used to zap cancer cells?

Could microrobots be used to zap cancer cells?

Microrobots can now be wirelessly guided to a human cell. Is this a breakthrough in cancer research and treatment?

DW reporter Anooshay Abid walking next to remains of the Berlin Wall

DW reporter Anooshay Abid walking next to remains of the Berlin Wall

35 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall

35 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall

The Berlin Wall used to divide the German capital. DW shows you where you can still see some of its remains.

Unapologetic – Friedensaktivisten und Podcaster

Unapologetic – Friedensaktivisten und Podcaster

Unapologetic — the podcast

Unapologetic — the podcast

Two young Palestinian peace activists started a podcast in English, called “Unapologetic. The Third Narrative.”

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A closer look

German politics

What's making news in Germany? From Bundestag debates to political controversy and pressing social issues, we bring you the stories and the people behind the headlines.

An outside view of the chancellor's office, with the heads of Finance Minister Christian Lindner (L) and Chancellor Olaf Scholz (R) just visible

An outside view of the chancellor's office, with the heads of Finance Minister Christian Lindner (L) and Chancellor Olaf Scholz (R) just visible

Why Germany's coalition government is under threat

Why Germany's coalition government is under threat

The FDP finance minister has triggered a dispute that observers say is backing his coalition partners into a corner.

left to right Christian Lindner, Robert Habeck, Olaf Scholz on the government bench in the Bundestag

left to right Christian Lindner, Robert Habeck, Olaf Scholz on the government bench in the Bundestag

Germany could face snap election

Germany could face snap election

Speculation is mounting that Germany's center-left government is about to collapse. This could lead to early elections.

Olaf Scholz speaks on a phone while standing in front of the US Capitol in Washington

Olaf Scholz speaks on a phone while standing in front of the US Capitol in Washington

Is Germany more prepared for a Donald Trump presidency?

Is Germany more prepared for a Donald Trump presidency?

A second Donald Trump presidency could upend trade relations and security cooperation. Is Berlin ready?

Black and white photo of women at sewing machines in the women's' prison in Hoheneck, 1990s

Black and white photo of women at sewing machines in the women's' prison in Hoheneck, 1990s

Victims of East Germany's dictatorship hope for compensation

Victims of East Germany's dictatorship hope for compensation

Ikea was among many companies that profited from forced labor in prisons under the former East German dictatorship.

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump dances at a campaign rally

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump dances at a campaign rally

Donald Trump would have little chance in Germany — poll

Donald Trump would have little chance in Germany — poll

German voters across almost the entire political spectrum prefer US Democratic candidate Kamala Harris to Donald Trump.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks during a meeting with ambassadors of foreign countries in Iran, in the capital Tehran on October 29, 2024.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks during a meeting with ambassadors of foreign countries in Iran, in the capital Tehran on October 29, 2024.

Iran condemns consulate closures in Germany as 'sanction'

Iran condemns consulate closures in Germany as 'sanction'

The Foreign Ministry has urged German citizens to leave Iran to avoid the risk of being held hostage.

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In the spotlight

An empty office in Germany showing tables and chairs

An empty office in Germany showing tables and chairs

German firms tested 4-day workweek — here's the outcome

German firms ended a test run of a 4-day workweek with promising results. But can they be applied across the economy?

A newborn baby yawns in his bed

A newborn baby yawns in his bed

Germany's birth rate drops to 10-year record-low

The number of children born in Germany is falling — a trend that will have long-term consequences for society.

Windmill park at sea

Windmill park at sea

Offshore wind energy: What's the big deal?

From Donald Trump to local activists, accusations against "whale-killing" windmills are flying.

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Immigration and German citizenship

Germany wants to revamp its immigration system and citizenship laws to make it easier for foreign skilled workers to come to the country and fill job vacancies that are at a record high.

Several kids in a gym

Several kids in a gym

How a German football club is making refugees feel at home

How a German football club is making refugees feel at home

German football club Hertha Bonn's project "Football Connects" helps refugee children integrate into the country.

German doctor talking to a patient

German doctor talking to a patient

Germany's health care system has a language problem

Germany's health care system has a language problem

Germany is a multilingual society, but access to health care is often frustrating for people who don't speak German.

German Labor Minister Hubertus Heil meets students at an East Delhi public high school

German Labor Minister Hubertus Heil meets students at an East Delhi public high school

Germany, India seek stronger economic ties at Delhi talks

Germany, India seek stronger economic ties at Delhi talks

Europe's biggest economy and the world's most populous nation are looking to expand ties in Delhi.

A sign showing banned weapons at Hamburg main train station

A sign showing banned weapons at Hamburg main train station

Immigration: What is in Germany's new 'security package'?

Immigration: What is in Germany's new 'security package'?

After criticism from all quarters, the government's initial package of asylum and security measures has been revised.

Dulaj Madhushan in front of a yellow bus on a Berlin street

Dulaj Madhushan in front of a yellow bus on a Berlin street

Do immigrants have to learn German in Germany?

Do immigrants have to learn German in Germany?

There's a gap between Germany's need for skilled labor and the experiences of many immigrants trying to integrate.

Two male politicians from the AfD party walk with documents.

Two male politicians from the AfD party walk with documents.

AfD's political rise sparks fears among immigrants

AfD's political rise sparks fears among immigrants

The rising popularity of Germany's anti-immigrant party AfD has sparked fears among foreigners living in the country.

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Picture of the bare backs of three people sitting on the sand at a beach.

Picture of the bare backs of three people sitting on the sand at a beach.

Is Germany drawing the curtain on nudism?

The German Association for Free Body Culture turns 75, but the country is seeing changing attitudes towards naturism.

Magazin Euromaxx | 02.11.2024 | Eisbein

Magazin Euromaxx | 02.11.2024 | Eisbein

Berlin-style pork knuckle a beloved traditional dish

Berlin-style pork knuckle, or Eisbein, is sure to leave you full. But how is it prepared?

Tourists visit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.

Tourists visit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.

Traveling across Germany: Most beautiful sights in photos

Since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, tourists can travel freely in Germany.

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