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Amsterdam court sentences murderers of journalist De Vries

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Hong Kong cancels passports of exiled democracy activists

Ukraine updates: Russia launches missile attack on Kyiv

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Gaza war: Hamas seeks 'amendments' to US cease-fire proposal

The militant group Hamas wants some modifications to the Washington-backed deal. DW has more.

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Africa

South Africa: Pros and cons of a national unity government

The ANC has suggested a national unity government after recent elections. Would that even work in the fractured nation?

Asia

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New Korean flare-up carries greater air of menace

The two Koreas are facing off again, and some say Kim Jong Un has grown more confident since deepening ties with Moscow.

Germany

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Ukraine: A focus on emergency aid rather than reconstruction

Ukraine is focused on its defense and emergency repairs as the "Ukraine Recovery Conference" is underway in Berlin.

Europe

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Russia's war in Ukraine: Life in heavily bombarded Kharkiv

What's life like in Kharkiv, the northeastern Ukrainian city on the frontline in the war against Russia?

Middle East

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Hajj 2024: Saudi Arabia braces for extreme heat

A heat wave during the Islamic pilgrimage will be mitigated but observers warn that long-term policy changes are needed.

North America

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Historic heat wave hits United States, breaking records

Even places like Las Vegas and Death Valley have never seen such high temperatures so early in the year.

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Russia's war in Ukraine

Russia's war against Ukraine has sparked a humanitarian crisis for the Ukrainian people and upended global food and energy security.

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EU increases tariffs on China’s EV makers

The EU's move to impose tariffs on Chinese EVs and poor sales have prompted a change of mood among some car producers.

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Pakistan: Next federal budget 'will fall on us like a bomb'

Prices are soaring in Pakistan. How do locals see the government's new monetary policy, amid economic challenges?

South Korea outraged by YouTube videos on 2004 rape case

Anger is bubbling up in South Korea over an old rape case involving three teenage girls and more than 40 suspects.

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Georgia's NGOs fear impact of 'foreign influence law'

The law, which has sparked widespread criticism, is expected to target politically active groups and various charities.

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Ukraine's museums plan their postwar future

Ukrainian museum workers have pledged to play a central role in rebuilding the country and strengthening civil society.

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Bug counting in Bonn: Why track insects in cities?

A Bonn-based German NGO is training volunteers to count insects to see how climate change is affecting the bugs.

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UEFA European Championship

Germany is hosting the 2024 UEFA European Championship, or the Euros for short. The football tournament kicks off in Munich on June 14 and culminates with the final in Berlin's Olympic Stadium on July 14.

Germany hope quality and togetherness shine at Euro 2024

Germany's defense, midfield and attack have been revamped for the home men's Euros.

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Fact check: 3 viral fakes surrounding the Euro 2024

Fake jerseys? Fake tickets? Fake volunteers? With rumors swirling, let's uncover some of the misinformation.

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Manuel Neuer: Still Germany's best goalkeeper?

After Manuel Neuer's mistakes, fans are considering whether Neuer or ter Stegen should start for Germany at Euro 2024.

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Kazakhstan: Return of the wild horses

Przewalski's horses were almost extinct. Now animals from European zoos are released into the wild in Kazakhstan.

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Miniatur Wunderland: the world’s largest model railway

Two twin brothers in Hamburg have assembled the world’s largest model railway, Miniatur Wunderland.

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What goes into a good sandwich?

Sandwich expert and author Max Halley stacks up his favorites.

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Tiny forests provide heat relief in cities

In the heat, city life can be sweltering. More greenery could cool things down.

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Elephants may have names for each other: study

Researchers have said the animals communicate using unique calls — low rumbles that can be heard across great distances.

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Gonorrhea resistance to antibiotics is increasing

European data suggests antimicrobial resistance to gonorrhea treatments is growing. The same is true in Africa and Asia.

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