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NASA cuts: ESA in talks about the 'full repercussions'
As the US shifts its ambitions to Mars, cuts to its national space agency will also affect the work of European researchers, and their efforts to get to the moon.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:
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Looming debts cast shadow over next EU budget
Massive debts are looming over the EU's next long-term budget โ posing repayment questions as the European Parliament seeks more funds.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How Black Germans fight for recognition of Nazi-era crimes
The Nazis targeted Black people living in Germany, excluding them from society through forced sterilization and denial of citizenship. Activists and historians still strive for recognition of these injustices.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Vance calls for direct Moscow-Kyiv talks
US Vice President JD Vance said at least some direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are needed to end the war. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to visit Ukraine soon.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Macron, Merz tout renewed Franco-German engine to lead Europe
The two leaders say they will not let national interests divide them.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:North Africa and the human cost of Europe's 'safe' labels
The EU Asylum Procedures Regulation, which outlines criteria for โsafe countryโ designations, does not mandate independent, up-to-date assessments of human rights conditions. This opens the door to politicised decisions that fail to safeguard the rights of asylum seekers. The gap between EU labels and refugee realities will only grow, along with the human cost.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Pakistan authorizes military response after India strikes
India has said it carried out strikes in Pakistan and Pakistani-administered Kashmir. Pakistan has vowed retribution over what it describes as an "act of war."
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How will Germany's new government tackle climate issues?
Climate issues took a back seat during Germany's election campaign. Is that likely to change under the incoming coalition government?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:What's behind the recent measles outbreaks around the world?
Vaccine programs almost eradicated measles, but cases are rising again in every part of the world. Health advisors say it's a 'wake-up call' for renewed vaccination efforts.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Global resurgence of measles is a 'wake-up call'
Vaccine programs almost eradicated measles, but cases are rising again in every part of the world. What's behind the resurgence in outbreaks?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:'Why would we play Putin's game?': Ukrainians see Russian lull as sideshow
Russia is expected to begin a self-declared three-day pause in fighting against Ukraine on Wednesday night.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Yemen: Is the US-Houthi ceasefire ending Israel and Red Sea attacks?
Hours after Israel's retaliatory response to the attacks by the Yemeni Houthi militia, Oman brokered a ceasefire between the US and Yemen. Is the conflict in the Red Sea and with Israel coming to an end?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:How does a pope get his name?
It is still an open question who will succeed Pope Francis. Even the name the new pope adopts is being eagerly awaited. That's because the name says a lot about what the new pope stands for.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Netherlands adds voice to those calling for revision of EU-Israel deal
The Netherlands is the latest member state to call for a revision of the EU's trade agreement with Israel, worth 46.8bn annually, due to concerns over human rights violations.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Are German teenage boys falling out of love with football?
Fewer and fewer young people in Germany are sticking with football at a crucial age in their sporting development. Why is this happening and what does it mean?
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Why the EU's push to cut Russian energy ties is so difficult
The European Commission has unveiled a delayed roadmap to phase out Russian fossil fuels by 2027. But as Europe scrambles to diversify supplies, experts warn that new dependencies and old divisions could derail the plan.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:What's at stake as India-Pakistan tensions rise in Kashmir
Kashmirโs strategic importance and an ongoing conflict between Pakistan and India make it a volatile flashpoint with global stakes.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Hansi Flick at Barcelona: A great coaching return
After a troubling time in charge of the Germany national team, Hansi Flick has reinvented himself as coach of Barcelona.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Who will be the next pope? Key candidates in an unpredictable process
All 133 cardinals are voting in the Sistine Chapel to decide who will succeed Pope Francis.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Rosenberg: Russians remember WW2 with victory on their minds
Russia is gearing up to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Watch: The conclave that confused everyone
BBC News archive footage tells the extraordinary story of the smoke signal confusion of the 1958 Conclave.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Voting for new Pope set to begin with cardinals entering secret conclave
The secretive process will get underway at the Vatican to find a new leader of the Catholic Church.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:Merz's messy path to power raises questions for future government
Merz had been working to project strength and purpose but instead became mired in political intrigue and division.
Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source:The divides behind the scenes in the Vatican ahead of the conclave
Pope Francis's efforts to shake up the workings of the Church should be built on by the next pope, according to some - but his critics are less convinced
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Israeli spyware giant NSO Group ordered to pay nearly $170M to WhatsApp for hacking accounts
The ruling is a major win for privacy advocates and those pushing back against NSO Groupโs controversial Pegasus software.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Where does Inter v Barca rank among best-ever semi-finals?
Inter Milan's stunning 7-6 aggregate win against Barcelona was one of the all-time great Champions League semi-finals, but where does it rank?
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Mediterranean migrant rescues suffer under lacking EU policy
Humanitarian organizations have been saving refugees in the Mediterranean for over a decade. After all this time, they still feel the European Union has let them down. Could an EU-wide rescue program be the answer?
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Migration: Rescuers still suffer from lack of political support
For over 10 years, humanitarian organizations have been saving refugees in the Mediterranean. But even after all this time, they still feel let down by the European Union. Could an EU-wide rescue program be the answer?
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Bundestag elects Merz as German chancellor in 2nd vote
Friedrich Merz has secured a majority in the second round of voting at the German Bundestag, averting a constitutional crisis. Follow DW for more.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Former US soldier and Holocaust survivor warns against fascism
As a US soldier, George Leitmann, now 99, helped liberate Germany from National Socialism. Eighty years after World War Two ended, he is sounding a warning against the return of fascism.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:End of World War II: 'They hanged their children'
As a US soldier, George Leitmann, now 99, helped liberate Germany from National Socialism. Eighty years after World War II ended, he is sounding a warning against the return of fascism.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear
The 81-year-old man said he had no choice but to shoot the animal after it attacked him during a hunt.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Israel's plans for the 'conquest of Gaza'
Israel's security Cabinet has disclosed plans to widen the military offensive in Gaza. It goes beyond anything Israel has previously outlined publicly, and includes the forcible displacement of the civilian population.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:EU plans to end Russian gas imports by end of 2027
The European Union vowed to end energy relations with Russia after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source:Canada 'not for sale,' Carney tells Trump as they meet
Meeting Donald Trump in the White House, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his country "won't be for sale, ever" and Canadians have no wish to join the US. "Never say never," Trump replied.
Published on: May 06, 2025 | Source: