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Sauna diplomacy pauses as top Finnish spot in Brussels closes for now
Finland's diplomats will โbe making use of alternative saunasโ this year, as perm rep can't give a timeline for when famed sweat lodge will reopen.
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Trump: Putin will be โfineโ in peace negotiations
The interviewโs release comes amid the Kremlinโs announcement of a three-day May ceasefire to the war.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Landmark ruling should encourage more cities to ban fossil fuel ads, campaigners urge
The general health interests of citizens are worth more than the commercial interests of advertisers, the court said.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Trump trolls Canada on Election Day
As Canadians vote, the president revives โ51st stateโ rhetoric.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:World court examines Israel's ban on UNRWA
The International Court of Justice has been asked to clarify Israel's humanitarian obligations to Palestinians. This advice is non-binding but will give a clear legal answer.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Ilegal migrant crossings: Which is becoming the most difficult route to Europe?
Illegal migrant crossings fell by almost a third in the first quarter of 2025, reports Frontex. Here's why the number of attempts might be decreasing.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Euronews on the ground: 'Situation calm but confused' as 'everything stopped working'
In Portugal, official sources told domestic media that the outage, which hit around late morning local time, was nationwide, while similar reports emerged from Spain.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Von der Leyen and Trump will meet at 'right moment' when EU-US trade deal is ready
The European Commission hopes to schedule a meeting between Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump once trade talks yield results.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:City-sized icebergs drifted by UK, scientists find. What can they tell us about Antarcticaโs future?
Uncovering the collapse of the British and Irish ice sheet could help predict what's in store for Antarctica.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Learning to live with earthquakes: Lessons from around the world
Earthquakes are part of nature but they do not have to be disasters. DW looks at some countries that are showing how preparation, innovation, and determination can save lives.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Russian submarine Krasnoyarsk launches missiles during Pacific drill
Russiaโs Ministry of Defence has released footage of the nuclear-powered submarine Krasnoyarsk carrying out missile launches during a planned exercise in the Pacific Ocean.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Germanyโs Merz appoints MediaMarkt chief as new digital minister
First individual ministry for digital affairs in Germany.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Putin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine from 8 May
Ukraine calls for an "immediate" ceasefire of at least 30 days in response.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Funeral etiquette: Was Trump's blue suit a diplomatic and fashion blunder at pope's funeral?
Trump arrived at Pope Francis' funeral wearing a blue suit and a light blue tie, standing out in a sea of black. Did he break Vatican protocol?
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Kashmir: An all-out India-Pakistan war is unlikely
Following a deadly attack in India-administered Kashmir, New Delhi has closed borders and cut nearly all ties with Pakistan. Could military strikes be coming next?
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:EU Commission ready to step in if AI standards delayed
Temporary solutions should help companies with their efforts to comply with the AI Act, the European Commission said.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Is driving becoming a luxury in Germany?
For many young people in Germany, getting a driver's license has become almost unaffordable. Calls for reform are growing louder, but will it be enough?
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:French bulldogs given red carpet welcome at Moscow charity event
French bulldogs were given the red carpet treatment in Moscow at a charity event aimed at helping abandoned dogs find new homes.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:At least 68 killed in US strike on prison holding migrants, Yemen's Houthis say
The strike in Yemen's Saada governorate, a Houthi stronghold, is the latest incident in the country's decade-long war against African migrants who risk crossing Yemen for a chance to work in Saudi Arabia.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Mediterranean cities build a united front against the climate crisis
The European COMPOSE project brings together cross-disciplinary expertise and proven best practices to support decision-makers in small and medium-sized cities as they tackle the climate crisis and transition to renewable energy.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:'We lost our child in utero. Genetic tests to find out why led to discovery I had rare cancer'
Few cancers are passed from parent to child, but genetic testing can help identify people at higher risk. In Sidney Raskind's case, it may have saved his life โ but experts say these tests come with tradeoffs.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Travel update: Brussels Airport cancels 30% of flights amid nationwide strike
Brussels Airport and Charleroi Airport have warned travellers to expect cancellations and delays, particularly for departing flights.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Vigils held after 11 die in Vancouver festival attack
Mourners have laid flowers and lit candles at memorials for those killed in a deadly attack at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:'Violin of hope': Secret note hidden in Dachau-built musical instrument found after 80 years
A message written from within Nazi concentration camp Dachau, which remained undiscovered for more than 80 years, has been found. It tells a tale of survival, craftsmanship, and reveals the only known musical instrument built inside the camp.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:India signs deal with France to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets for navy
The contract follows a 2016 order for 36 Rafales worth nearly 8 billion โ the most lucrative agreement ever secured by Franceโs military aviation industry.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Police raids across France after wave of prison attacks
Police make 25 arrests so far as officers target Paris, Marseille, Bordeaux and, the city of Lyon.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Kremlin announces Ukraine ceasefire to coincide with World War II 'Victory Day'
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the full cessation of hostilities on โhumanitarian groundsโ for Victory Day, which is marked on 9 May, according to the Kremlin.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:French police detain 25 suspects in prison attacks investigation
Fifteen attacks on French prisons occurred over a two-week period in April.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Conclave to elect new pope to begin on 7 May, Vatican says
The closed-door meeting will begin in the Sistine Chapel and will involve some 135 cardinals from across the world.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Spain, Portugal work to fix massive power outage
Spain and Portugal held emergency Cabinet meetings as evacuations from some public spaces took place. Spain's Interior Ministry has declared a state of emergency for affected regions that need it. Follow DW.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Polandโs far-right amplifies abortion wars ahead of election
Donald Tuskโs new government, despite promises of change, has been unable to deliver on abortion reform. With the presidential election approaching, the stakes are high โ and the outcome could mark a critical turning point for Poland.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Germany's incoming Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces cabinet posts
Seven ministries will go to the CDU, seven to the SPD and three to the CSU. It is now clear who the CDU and CSU want to send to the cabinet as ministers.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:ICJ begins hearings on Israel's humanitarian obligations to Palestinians
As the humanitarian aid system in Gaza faces collapse, the court has scheduled a week of hearings in response to a request from the UN General Assembly.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Spain, Portugal and parts of France hit by massive power outage
A nationwide power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Monday, leaving millions without electricity. Reports indicate issues with the European electric grid. This is what we know.
Published on: April 28, 2025 | Source:Football: Real Madrid's Antonio Rรผdiger and the ice cube controversy
Germany football international Antonio Rรผdigerhas been handed a six match ban after throwing an object at a referee. He was sent off alongside two Real Madrid teammates, with the club at war with officials.
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