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Officials say 25 weather balloons carrying thousands of illicit cigarettes from Belarus were detected.
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South Africa: 'Operation Dudula' hunts down illegal migrants
The South African anti-immigration movement Operation Dudula has opened a new front in its crackdown on foreigners. Experts believe that socio-economic disparities and ensuing problems fuel the group's popularity.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:Trio wins Nobel Prize in medicine for immune system research
Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi will be awarded the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine for their instrumental work in improving our understanding of how the immune system functions.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:What to know about the 2025-26 Women's Champions League
The new Champions League season is here with a new format, new rising stars and a big challenge for Bayern Munich.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:India: Jaipur hospital fire kills several patients
At least six patients have died in a fire at SMS, a major state-run hospital in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The police are investigating the cause of the fire, which began in the ICU.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:France's new PM resigns after criticism of his Cabinet picks
Sebastien Lecornu was named to the post less than a month ago and resigned hours after forming a cabinet. He was France's fifth prime minister in two years.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:France: Gisele Pelicot to face court again due to appeal
The rape trial that shocked the world will be discussed in a French court once again, after one of the men convicted of raping Gisele Pelicot appealed, insisting that he is "not a rapist."
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:Middle East updates: Gaza ceasefire talks start in Egypt
Delegations from Israel and Hamas are holding indirect talks on US President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza. Germany's foreign minister is heading to Egypt for talks on the negotiations. DW has the latest.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:Israeli and Palestinian films face distribution obstacles
Two years into the war in Gaza between Hamas and Israel, filmmakers who examine the conflict in their works have struggled to find distribution. The Israeli government has also worked to silence critical voices.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:Two censure motions for von der Leyen, Gaza war anniversary, and defence plans This WEEK
This week MEPs will debate two separate censure motions against Ursula von der Leyen, EU-Greenland relations, Gaza, antisemitism, and defence (including the 'drone wall.') Votes on cutting red tape in agricultural rules and MEPs immunity are also planned, alongside EU Commission proposals on AI and a new LGBTIQ strategy.
Published on: October 06, 2025 | Source:BBC finds Russian guards, Iranian trucks and rusting railway on Trump's Caucasus peace route
The planned Trump Route in the South Caucasus could reshape the geopolitics of a region that borders Russia and Iran.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Gisèle Pelicot to face one of her rapists in court as French women fear nothing has changed
Gisèle Pelicot's dominant stance was seen as a moment in France's MeToo movement but the enthusiasm appears to be wilting.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Fearing Farage, Britainβs Conservatives go full Trump
Under-pressure leader Kemi Badenoch wants a migrant removal force inspired by ICE β but that kind of branding is a political risk given the British largely dislike Donald Trump and his approach.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Georgia's prime minister promises crackdown on dissent
Prime Minister Kobakhidze vowed "no one will go unpunished" after Saturday's clashes between police and anti-government protesters. The EU has rejected claims it backed overthrowing him as "disinformation."
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:New French PM Lecornu unveils government
Lecornu faces the arduous task of negotiating a slimmed-down budget after his predecessor was toppled in a no-confidence vote last month.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Priti Patel: We must act on βBoriswaveβ attack
The shadow foreign secretary said she 'absolutely accepts' the Conservatives will be attacked over their immigration record.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Czech president puts NATO, EU at core of Cabinet talks after elections
Petr Pavel says it is "premature" to speak of names for prime minister, after right-wing populist Andrej BabiΕ‘ and his ANO movement gained a decisive victory in the Czech parliamentary vote.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace
Police used pepper spray to disperse demonstrators amid growing turmoil in the Caucasus country.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Blizzard strands hundreds of climbers on Mount Everest
A snowstorm has pinned down climbers on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest. Tents were damaged just below the northern slope's base camp with casualties reported and rescue roads initially blocked.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Women's football: What escalating transfer records mean
The women's football transfer record was broken four times in two months this year and has risen almost 600% since 2019. It reflects a growing commercial relevance but poses issues for some, including the Bundesliga.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Can the US achieve cervical cancer herd immunity?
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for at least 95% of the 660,000 cervical cancer diagnoses globally. But US research shows the tremendous impact of ongoing vaccine programs.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:My Europe: Hungary and social media political ad bans
Meta and Google are introducing political ad bans on their social media platforms in the EU. How will political parties across Europe β particularly Viktor Orban and his ruling Fidesz party in Hungary β respond?
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Georgiaβs PM imposes major crackdown on dissent, accuses EU of meddling
Irakli Kobakhidze accused the EU envoy to Georgia of interfering in national politics and supporting an "attempt to overthrow constitutional order."
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Syria's first election after dictatorship: What you need to know
After decades of dictatorship and civil war, Syria is holding its first election this month. But not every Syrian will vote, nor will there be political parties or campaigning. So how will this historic ballot work?
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Patriots for Europe group rejoices over BabiΕ‘ victory
Members of the far-right European Parliament group are ecstatic over the big win by the populist tycoon in Czech elections.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Oktoberfest closes after two 'roller-coaster' weeks
One of Germany's top tourist draws has come to a close. The 2025 Oktoberfest saw much revelry β and a few more or less serious hitches. Overall, people drank less, created less trash but lost more stuff than last year.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Five killed in large Russian missile and drone attack, Zelensky says
Russia says it carried out an overnight strike on Ukrainian military and infrastructure targets.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:How strong is Hamas two years after October 7 attacks?
The military leadership of Hamas has been decimated, and it is unclear how many fighters the group still has. Still, it remains able to conduct guerrilla attacks.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Smell of exotic fruit keeps German fire department busy
Several calls by residents worried about potential gas leakage caused the fire brigade to investigate before finding the smelly cause: a fruit sold at an Asian supermarket.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Middle East: Gaza strikes reported ahead of Egypt talks
Fresh Israeli strikes were reported in Gaza as negotiators from Israel, the US and Hamas head to Egypt for talks. Meanwhile, Syria is holding its first elections since the ouster of Bashar Assad. DW has more.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Poland scrambles jets again as Russian airstrikes kill 5 in Ukraine
The Russian attack early Sunday killed at least four people in the Lyiv region near the Polish border, Ukrainian officials said.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Federal judge halts Trump administrationβs call-up of National Guard in Portland
βThis is a nation of Constitutional law, not martial law,β wrote U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut, a Trump appointee.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Israel, Hamas to discuss Trump peace plan Monday
The talks in Egypt are expected to include a possible exchange of Israeli hostages held in Gaza by Hamas.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs Gaza plan could work, with or without Hamas
An expanded role for the international community means more countries have "skin in the game," one Arab diplomat said.
Published on: October 05, 2025 | Source:Germany news: Pistorius calls for calm after drone sightings
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius says progress is being made in drone defense. The Oktoberfest is set to close after a not altogether smooth run.
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