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World Press Photo accused of promoting Russian propaganda

An award given to a photographer working for Russia's state-run media agency has caused an outcry. The World Press Photo Award jury was also criticized for pairing images of a traumatized child and of an injured soldier.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Russia launches large-scale drone strikes on Kharkiv and Kramatorsk

Russia carried out a major drone assault on the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Tuesday evening, causing multiple fires and injuring at least two people, local officials said.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US academic faces years in prison in Thailand for allegedly insulting monarchy

Paul Chambers, a political science lecturer at Thailand's Naresuan University, rejects the charges.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Unfiltered with Grok: Getting AI to answer India's questions

Elon Musk's AI tool is making waves in India by giving what appear to be unusually candid responses on touchy subjects. DW had a chat with Grok about the country's democracy, free speech and youth.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

You’ll need to book via app to visit these spectacular beaches in Sardinia this summer

Sardinia has capped the number of holidaymakers that can visit its famous beaches this summer.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dialogue: Impossible - What action movie clichΓ©s need to end?

The new Mission: Impossible adventure is heading to Cannes next month, but there's one line of dialogue in the trailer that worries us...

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

What is a trade war and how big is the US-China one?

US President Donald Trump's tariff spree has sparked a trade war with China, setting the world's two biggest economies on a treacherous course. Other trade wars may follow. How is it likely to turn out?

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Lego says new factory in Vietnam will make toys without without adding emissions to the atmosphere

It is hoped that the factory’s 12,400 solar panels and energy storage system will help set a precedent for more sustainable manufacturing in Vietnam.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Geopolitical shifts will affect Iceland's EU referendum, says prime minister

"I don't want to drive our EU accession talks based on fear," Icelandic Prime Minister KristrΓΊn FrostadΓ³ttir told Euronews in an interview.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Who is Friedrich Merz, Germany's likely next chancellor?

Friedrich Merz is set to become Germany's next chancellor. He has a checkered history in German politics β€” from challenging Angela Merkel to causing controversy by aligning with the far right.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

China imposes 84% tariff on US goods as Trump trade war escalates

Beijing will raise tariffs on US goods from 34% to 84% starting on Thursday, an action that follows the US increasing tariffs on Chinese goods and tensions over trade policies.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ukraine updates: China denies its citizens fight for Russia

Ukraine's president said "many" Chinese were fighting with Russia. Beijing has rejected the claims, adding it has always advised citizens to "stay away from war zones." DW has more.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Testicular cancer: What are the signs to look out for and how do you check you have it?

Testicular cancer is one of the most treatable cancers if it’s caught early. Here’s what you need to know about checking for signs and treatment.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UK defence industry calls for quick security pact with Brussels to access EU money

One instrument the Commission has proposed to ramp up defence spending across the EU, worth 150 billion, would largely exclude British suppliers.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany's CDU and SPD reach coalition deal, paving way for new leadership

The centre-right CDU and its sister party, CSU, have agreed on a joint coalition agreement with the centre-left SPD, which they plan to present on Wednesday afternoon.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU Commission presents plans to boost AI uptake, protect critical sectors

AI has been identified as one of the critical sectors in which the EU should become less dependent on other regions, the Commission said.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

The β€˜tariff man’ takes no break: US pharmaceutical tariffs are on the way

Despite sparking global-market turmoil with last week’s announcement, the US President is promising new tariffs, now targeting the previously exempted pharmaceutical sector.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Musk calls Trump adviser 'moron' in quarrel over Tesla

The South African-born billionaire's latest spat further fuelled rumours of his growing rift with Trump. Influential allies have also criticised the US president's tariffs.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How will MEPs respond to Huawei scandal? The three D’s – Deny, Diffuse, Dilute

The pattern since at least the 2011 cash-for-amendments affair is for each fresh scandal to be followed by new codes of conduct, new rules and amendments to rules, each with their own set of lawyerly caveats. The end result is a complex architecture of ethical regulation that scarcely anyone fully comprehends

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Trump tariffs: Why won't countries buy US meat products?

Several countries don't import US chicken rinsed in chlorine or beef products containing growth hormones. The Trump administration has used the bans to justify higher trade tariffs. Is US meat safe to eat?

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

After Berlinale success, Iranian director duo sentenced to prison

Behtash Sanaeeha and Maryam Moghaddam's "My Favorite Cake" was acclaimed at the 2024 Berlinale. Now they have each been sentenced to prison on charges of propaganda against the Islamic Republic.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US: Judge orders White House to lift AP restrictions

The judge cited the Constitution's First Amendment and said it does not allow the discrimination of one media outlet. It is unclear whether the Trump administration would appeal the decision.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Americans convicted in DR Congo coup attempt, repatriated

After being initially sentenced to death, the three had their sentences commuted, before being transferred to US custody. This comes as Kinshasa and Washington look to seal deals involving minerals and security.

Published on: April 09, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

US stocks drop again following another day of market volatility

The dramatic fluctuations came after global stock rallies earlier in the day, with indexes rising 6% in Tokyo, 2.5% in Paris, and 1.6% in Shanghai.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Royal Society of Biology mourns murdered Italian scientist

A local mayor in Colombia offers a cash reward to help find Alessandro Coatti’s killers.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Protesters gather on Budapest bridge for fourth week against Hungary's ban on LGBTQ+ events

Demonstrators waved both rainbow and Ukrainian flags, uniting their causes in a protest against recent government policies perceived as echoing those of Russia.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UK royals welcomed at Quirinale Palace on second day of state visit to Rome

It is the King's first overseas trip since he was briefly hospitalised for side effects from his cancer treatment.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump must reinstate Associated Press to White House press pool, judge rules

β€œThe Constitution requires no less,” the judge said.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Meloni-Trump relationship to face first post-tariff test at April 17 meeting

As the transatlantic trade war heats up, Europe's Trump whisperer gets the chance to use her voice.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Bosnian political crisis spilled into EU press briefing

Bosnia's political crisis spilled into an EU press conference in Sarajevo on Tuesday, but there's little prospect of EU sanctions or arrest of secessionist Serb chiefs.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Bosnia political crisis spilled into EU press briefing

Bosnia's political crisis spilled into an EU press conference in Sarajevo on Tuesday, but there's little prospect of EU sanctions or arrest of secessionist Serb chiefs.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

Brazil's democracy is 'inefficient' but solid

Will the historic trial against Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro send him to prison? Observers disagree on whether the case will strengthen democracy or fuel polarization in the country.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Could Israel-Turkey war of words escalate to actual war?

The war of words between Israel and Turkey has been intensifying. And recent Israeli bombs on Syria were meant as a message to Turkey, observers say. Will it come to a direct confrontation between the two countries?

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Brussels bets on alcohol-free wine as drinking habits across EU change

The European Commission recently presented measures to strengthen the competitiveness of the wine sector and that includes the promotion of alcohol-free wine.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dutch vote to ban New Year's fireworks, but not just yet

A majority of MPs back a consumer ban but support a motion postponing it because of the risk of compensation claims.

Published on: April 08, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe