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German imports from Russia fell 95% since war in Ukraine
German imports from Russia fell 95% since war in Ukraine
Since the war in Ukraine began, trade between Germany and Russia has decreased significantly. DW has more.
Skip next section Politics
Politics
German court to rule on banned right-wing extremist magazine
German court to rule on banned right-wing extremist magazine
Right-wing extremist magazine Compact won an appeal against a 2024 ban. Now, a Leipzig court will have the final word.
German police say AfD membership incompatible with service
German police say AfD membership incompatible with service
Top police official has expressed disapproval of police officers' membership in the far-right AfD.
Passau ramming suspect charged with attempted manslaughter
Passau ramming suspect charged with attempted manslaughter
A German judge has issued an arrest warrant for the man who drove into a crowd of people, hitting his wife and daughter.
Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany
Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany
Friedrich Merz's meeting with President Donald Trump reflected a shift from predecessors Olaf Scholz and Angela Merkel.
Russia's war emigrants pursue careers in German politics
Russia's war emigrants pursue careers in German politics
Young Russians who found refuge in Germany have become engaged in local politics. DW tells their stories.
Trump and Merz strike friendly tone at White House meeting
Trump and Merz strike friendly tone at White House meeting
US President Donald Trump welcomes German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to a friendly fireside chat in the Oval Office.
Germany vows continued support of Israel as FM visits Berlin
Germany vows continued support of Israel as FM visits Berlin
German foreign minister Johann Wadephul has criticized Israel's actions in Gaza, but reiterated German support.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Avant-garde nail art creator, Günther Uecker, dies aged 95
Avant-garde nail art creator, Günther Uecker, dies aged 95
Günther Uecker was a prominent figure in postwar German art and a key member of the contemporary ZERO art movement.
Water tasting: Expert craft or passing trend?
Water tasting: Expert craft or passing trend?
Germany has hundreds of mineral water brands. Sommelier Andre Uhlig explains how to tell them apart.
Bach's St. John Passion in queer and Arabian versions
Bach's St. John Passion in queer and Arabian versions
Violence against LGBTQ+ people and well as war in Gaza inspire two adaptations of a Bach work on the story of Christ.
Berlin celebrates Carnival of Cultures festival
Berlin celebrates Carnival of Cultures festival
The three-day street festival showcases the diverse international community living in the German capital.
Berlin marks 'Wrapped Reichstag' anniversary
Berlin marks 'Wrapped Reichstag' anniversary
A 1995 art project by artist couple Christo and Jeanne-Claude transformed the world's perception of a reunified Germany.
Germany's chancellors
Germany's chancellors
Friedrich Merz is Germany's tenth chancellor. Who were his predecessors?
Berlin pays tribute to Christo's iconic 'Wrapped Reichstag'
Berlin pays tribute to Christo's iconic 'Wrapped Reichstag'
Thirty years ago, Germany's parliament building "disappeared" for two weeks in Christo and Jeanne-Claude's work of art.
A voice for democracy: Thomas Mann's lasting literary legacy
A voice for democracy: Thomas Mann's lasting literary legacy
Nobel prize laureate, literary exile and Nazi resister, Thomas Mann remains a cultural icon 150 years since his birth.
Thomas Mann: A German literary giant in America
Thomas Mann: A German literary giant in America
Thomas Mann left Germany as the Nazis took power and went into exile in the US. How did his 14 years there change him?
Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius enjoys social media revival
Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius enjoys social media revival
How do you keep calm in times of crisis? What do people need to be happy? Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius offers answers.
Skip next section Business
Business
Work begins on world's longest undersea tunnel
Work begins on world's longest undersea tunnel
Work on the world's longest subsea tunnel between Denmark and Germany has begun, reshaping transport across Europe.
How important is hydrogen for Germany?
How important is hydrogen for Germany?
Germany is willing to play the long game with hydrogen to make its energy mix greener and cleaner.
Germany ramps up EV recycling
Germany ramps up EV recycling
Electric vehicles, or EVs for short, are great sources of spare parts and raw materials.
German drone industry takes off
German drone industry takes off
Drone production is booming, thanks in part to Germany's €500 billion special stimulus and infrastructure fund.
Why are coffee prices hitting record highs?
Why are coffee prices hitting record highs?
Coffee drinkers are having to dig deeper into their pockets. Why are coffee prices rising globally?
Skip next section Science and Environment
Science and Environment
How much can AI improve border control security?
How much can AI improve border control security?
Autonomous drones have long been undergoing research to secure our borders. But what good are they?
Bombs, landmines, ammunition — the deadly legacy of war
Bombs, landmines, ammunition — the deadly legacy of war
As Cologne defused three WWII bombs, DW looks at examples of how conflicts can leave a deadly legacy even decades later.
Can you trust the mental health advice on your feed?
Can you trust the mental health advice on your feed?
Social media is full of mental health videos. But many contain misinformation. Here's what you need to know.
Cologne bomb defusal: 'The past always catches up with you'
Cologne bomb defusal: 'The past always catches up with you'
Bomb disposal experts are preparing to defuse three unexploded World War II bombs discovered in the city of Cologne.
How to protect and care for your voice
How to protect and care for your voice
Hydration, humming warmups, and rest — simple habits that can help you care for your voice and prevent hoarseness.
The timber trade: Researchers help identify illegal logging
The timber trade: Researchers help identify illegal logging
Scientists at Germany’s Thünen Institute use a wood archive and DNA analysis to determine origins of timber samples.
Skip next section Travel
Travel
Mallorca: Spanish island braces for busy tourist season
Mallorca: Spanish island braces for busy tourist season
Locals are fed up with Mallorca's mass tourism. They say they are being priced out of the housing market.
How US tourism is affected by Trump's policies
How US tourism is affected by Trump's policies
Disputes with neighboring countries, barriers to entry and an increased risk of deportation are impacting US tourism.
Czech Republic: The end of the 'Knödelexpress'?
Czech Republic: The end of the 'Knödelexpress'?
The railway line connecting Prague to Kiel is a legend among train enthusiasts because of its exceptional fresh food.
Tips for a day in northern Germany's Wadden Sea
Tips for a day in northern Germany's Wadden Sea
What to do on a day trip to the unique sand and mud flats that make up the ecological wonder of Germany's Wadden Sea.
Explore Berlin on a budget
Explore Berlin on a budget
The German capital is a tourist magnet. DW takes you on a thrifty tour of the best things to do in Berlin.
Does Germany's Heidelberg live up to its Instagram photos?
Does Germany's Heidelberg live up to its Instagram photos?
Photos of Heidelberg on Instagram look so romantic. But what is the reality on the ground?
Skip next section Sports
Sports
Former Germany star Magull reveals mental health struggles
Former Germany star Magull reveals mental health struggles
The former Germany player says she has recovered her passion both for football and life after a bout of depression.
Ter Stegen a bright spot in Germany Nations League loss
Ter Stegen a bright spot in Germany Nations League loss
The 2-0 defeat to France would likely have been even worse without German goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen.
Fan dies after fall during Nations League final in Munich
Fan dies after fall during Nations League final in Munich
The fan died after falling from the stands during extra time at the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain.
German hockey hails Sturm appointment as Boston Bruins coach
German hockey hails Sturm appointment as Boston Bruins coach
Former fellow players and officials back home will be closely followng his progress as Germany's first NHL coach.
Hartenstein vying to become second German to win NBA title
Hartenstein vying to become second German to win NBA title
Dirk Nowitzki was the first German to win an NBA championship. Isaiah Hartenstein is a good bet to become the second.
Germany defender Jonathan Tah's Ivory Coast connection
Germany defender Jonathan Tah's Ivory Coast connection
The 29-year-old spoke to DW about his career and his special connection to his father's homeland.
Skip next section DAILY DRONE
DAILY DRONE
#DailyDrone: Cathedral of Limburg
#DailyDrone: Cathedral of Limburg
The cathedral towers above the old town of Limburg on the river Lahn. Our drone will take you to this impressive church.
#DailyDrone: Weilburg Castle
#DailyDrone: Weilburg Castle
We take you to one of the most important baroque palaces in Hesse.
#DailyDrone: Castle Runkel, Hessen
#DailyDrone: Castle Runkel, Hessen
A drone flight back to the Middle Ages: The ruins of Runkel Castle stand on a rock in the middle of the Lahn Valley.
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