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Fact check: False content on Myanmar, Thailand earthquake
Soon after a massive earthquake struck Myanmar, AI-generated videos as well as misleading images and theories started flooding social media, falsely depicting the fallout of the disaster. A DW fact check.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:
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Trump tells inner circle that Musk will leave soon
The president is pleased with Musk but the decision comes as the tech mogul increasingly looks like a political liability.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:EU braces for Trump's 'liberation' tariffs, divided on response
The EU is bracing itself for the impact of Donald Trumpβs so-called βliberation dayβ tariffs, after admitting defeat in its attempts to avoid more import duties.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:MEPs to approve delay of green reporting rules
MEPs are set to approve a delay of key parts of the EUβs green reporting rules, after months of pressure from business groups, member states, and right-wing politicians.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Myanmar: Military declares truce to facilitate quake relief
Following unilateral temporary ceasefires announced by armed resistance groups after the earthquake, Myanmar's military junta also declared a temporary truce. The death toll from the quake now exceeds 3,000.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:German finance minister seeks tariff negotiations with US
German Finance Minister JΓΆrg Kukies expects a "substantial adverse impact" from the new US tariffs, but he stressed that Berlin is seeking "partnership-kind negotiations" with Washington.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Scientists claim this simple method could remove harmful microplastics from drinking water
Boiling water before drinking it could be "a viable long-term strategy" for reducing global exposure to microplastics, researchers said.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Spanish prosecutors to appeal football player Dani Alves' rape acquittal
The Supreme Court in Madrid must agree to review the decision to acquit before the case can be heard again.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Russian dynasty cries for EU sanctions relief
A Russian industrialist's dynasty has urged the EU to immediately delist them after a triumphant day in court. The EU Council failed to prove that Russian billionaire Dmitry Pumpyansky, who made his fortune in the metals sector, was still a Kremlin player after he sold off shares.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Teslaβs turn as 'political stock': Is Musk's rhetoric tanking his own company?
Tesla faces record sell-offs as buyers and investors flee Elon Muskβs embrace of Trump and his politics.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform
Investigators in southern Germany have said they have dismantled a sprawling pedophile network with close to 2 million users. Scores of suspects were arrested as part of a global swoop.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:The Arcticβs glaciers are retreating, exposing new coastlines that could trigger tsunamis
The unstable new coastline poses safety risks for the tourists that flock to coastal glacial areas for their beauty and abundant wildlife.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Shingles vaccine tied to a 20% lower risk of dementia among older people
The findings add to a growing body of evidence that the shingles vaccine may help keep dementia at bay β but researchers still need to prove it.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Trump to hold meeting on likely investors to buy TikTok and avoid ban
Trump says that the 5 April deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok, or face a ban in the US, could be extended if needed.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Myanmar earthquake: Is aid reaching those in need?
The humanitarian situation in Myanmar remains dire following the worst earthquake to hit the country in more than a century. Doubts abound about the ruling military junta's ability to facilitate aid.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Croatian singer Marko PerkoviΔ to break record for most tickets sold for a single concert in history
Have you heard of Marko PerkoviΔ Thompson? Well, the Croatian musician at the centre of many a fascist controversy will dwarf the likes of The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney and Tina Turner in July when it comes to ticket sales.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Union calls on Commission to reassess EU public contracts amid trade war
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hinted at a βstrong plan to retaliateβ to US tariffs.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Netflix series 'Adolescence': Teen masculinity in crisis
The popular Netflix series "Adolescence" is causing a stir in the UK and beyond. It explores bullying, misogyny, gender-based violence and the effect of toxic masculinity influencers on today's youth.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Lawmakers seek clarity on patents withdrawal from EU Industry Commissioner
After the European Commission abruptly withdrew its proposal on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), several MEPs demand explanations. A discussion with Industry Commissioner SΓ©journΓ© is planned for the end of April.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Dead hedgehogs reveal PCB pollution still haunts the environment decades after ban
Researchers have found hedgehog bodies are full of environmental pollutants, including some of the most hazardous to human health.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Commission denies singling out NGOs in green funding row
After right-wing parties in the European Parliament narrowly lost a symbolic vote on blocking funding for non-profit groups through the LIFE Programme, the European Commission issued a detailed statement that has done little to reassure critics who see the affair as an attack on civil society.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Europe braces for Trumpβs tariffs: What could the economic damage be?
Trumpβs tariffs on EU goods could slash exports by at least 85 billion, hitting autos and pharmaceuticals hardest. Germany, Denmark and Central Europe face sharp fallout, raising recession risks and forcing the ECB to consider rate cuts.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Germany: Sinti and Roma children suffer discrimination
A study on antiziganism in Germany's education sector shows that Sinti and Roma experience hostility from teachers and other children.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Eurostar rivals given βgreen signalβ for cross-Channel trains: What could it mean for passengers?
Breaking Eurostarβs monopoly was never going to be easy, but a handful of courageous rail companies are keen to make it happen.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Young Sicilian woman killed in broad daylight by stalker
A 27-year-old man has confessed to the murder of university student Sara Campanella but has not said why.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Shoring up Ukraine and EU's defence
Faced with the potential disengagement of the United States from European defence and Russia's drastic conditions for a truth, let alone peace with Ukraine, the European Union is under pressure.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Poppyβs debut: Baby pygmy hippo makes her first appearance at Virginia Zoo
With fewer than 2,500 pygmy hippos remaining in the wild, Poppyβs birth is a valuable boost to the species' population.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Tesla sales drop 13% in first quarter as Musk backlash hurts demand
Tesla sales declined 13% in the first three months of the year, another sign that Elon Muskβs once high-flying electric car company is struggling to attract buyers.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Which EU countries have the most job vacancies?
The year 2024 saw a slowdown in the COVID-19 recovery on EU job vacancies following the 2023 trend.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Is Zimbabwe's political crisis likely to escalate?
Tensions inside Zimbabweβs ruling party have the potential to destabilize the southern African country. Analysts warn civil war could follow if party infighting is not resolved.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:UK ETA travel permit: British dual nationals flag issues with application system
Confusion has arisen for UK citizens who donβt have a British passport because theirs is expired, lost, or they were never issued with one.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:EU must be 'firm but smart' against Trump's 'big mistake' on tariffs, says AntΓ³nio Costa
A trade war between the European Union and the United States will "affect everyone," AntΓ³nio Costa has warned in an exclusive interview with Euronews.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Lise Klaveness: 'Football is in a critical time'
In an exclusive interview with DW, Lise Klaveness talks about boycotting World Cups and playing Israel. The Norwegian is outspoken on political issues and has just become one of European football's powerbrokers.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:US Senate confirms Matt Whitaker as Trump's pick for ambassador to NATO
The US commitment to the military alliance has long been in doubt given Donald Trumpβs sharp criticism of European allies and his apparent eagerness to foster ties with Vladimir Putin.
Published on: April 02, 2025 | Source:Space junk damaging satellites: How do we remove it?
More than 130 million pieces of space debris orbit Earth. If just one piece collides with a spacecraft, it can disrupt critical navigation systems. The European Space Agency is calling for urgent action.
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