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Facebook’s Zuckerberg agrees to webcast of EU parliament hearing
The CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, has agreed to have a meeting with EU lawmakers over a data misuse scandal live-streamed. Original plans for the meeting to be held privately had met with criticism.Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has said his upcoming hearing with European Parliament leaders over the Cambridge Analytica scandal can be made public …
China lands nuclear strike capable bombers on disputed South China Sea island
The Chinese air force has for the first time landed several bombers on a South China Sea island. The move could fuel tension in the region amid concern that Beijing is expanding its military might to the disputed waters.The China Daily state newspaper reported Friday that several bombers, including the long-range, nuclear strike-capable H-6K, conducted …
South Sudan: More than 200 child soldiers released, UN says
The UN says armed groups in South Sudan have released more than 200 children who have been serving as fighters. The children’s agency UNICEF estimates that there are some 19,000 child soldiers in the country.Two hundred and ten child soldiers have been released in South Sudan, bringing the total number of underage fighters freed so …
US defends Israel over Gaza death toll in Security Council
Palestinian UN envoy: How many Palestinians have to die before you take action?
Chinese pilot sucked halfway out of airplane, ‘hero’ makes successful emergency landing
“I saw that the co-pilot was already halfway out of the window,” said the pilot who landed the airplane after a cockpit window shattered in mid-flight. The co-pilot suffered scratches and a sprained wrist.A Chinese pilot was hailed a hero on social media on Tuesday for successfully landing a commercial aircraft after his co-pilot was …
How Indonesian women are lured to jihad
A wave of recent deadly terror attacks carried out by families, including wives and children, have shocked Indonesian society and raised concerns about women’s increasing role in dangerous militant networks.Indonesia has been rocked by a spate of brutal suicide bombings over the past couple of days, drawing once again the world's attention to the risk …
Egypt condemns terror attacks on churches in Indonesia, single family behind them
IS claims responsibility for attacks
Trump’s decision on Iran deal spells disaster for Middle East
New York—US President Donald Trump’s decision to pull out of the deal with Iran creates, unnecessarily, a new source of tension in a region besieged by conflicts. Given the level of legal troubles that President Trump is facing now, his decision could be based, to some extent, on creating the conditions to fog his personal …
Eight Iranians dead hours after Trump’s dramatic withdrawal from nuclear deal
Alleged Israeli airstrike reportedly kills Iranian fighters near Damascus
Trump’s decision to exit Iran nuclear deal spurs international rejections
European powers, China, Russia committed to deal; Rouhani warns US
Trump to pull US out of Iran nuclear deal: NYT
US President Donald Trump told his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron that he will pull the US out of the Iran nuclear deal, the New York Times reported on Monday, citing a person briefed on the conversation. Consequently, pre-deal sanctions will be re-imposed on the Islamic republic, a move Iran has warned that it would retaliate …
India: Jharkhand teenager battles for life after being raped and set on fire
It is the second such incident to be reported from the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand in recent days. India has been struggling to deal with a spate of brutal sexual assaults in recent months.A 17-year-old girl from India’s eastern state of Jharkhand is fighting for life after she was raped and set alight. It …
Xi Jinping and the ‘Chinese Dream’
This DW series explores China’s rise as a global superpower. In this article we examine the “Chinese Dream,” which shapes the present and reaches far into the future, encapsulating President Xi’s vision for the country.The rest of the world rubs its eyes in astonishment. In just under three decades, China has transformed itself from being …
US embassy road signs go up in Jerusalem one week before opening
At least three road signs pointing to the US embassy have gone up in Jerusalem ahead of its scheduled opening on May 14. President Trump’s recognition of the city as Israel’s capital has drawn worldwide consternation.Israeli authorities in Jerusalem on Monday installed at least three road signs pointing to the new US embassy, ahead of …
Greek, Turkish hackers trade retaliatory cyberattacks amid worsened relations
Brazen cyberattacks are straining relations between Greece and Turkey, two nations with considerable shared past – and a history of tense ties. Greek experts are sounding the alarm and warning of further attacks.The Greek Foreign Ministry’s reaction on Thursday appeared almost routine: “Cyberattacks are being neutralized immediately by the responsible authorities. At no time has …
Egypt condemns Nigeria bombings
Over 60 people reported dead
War drums beat as Netanyahu accused Tehran of lying about nuclear weapons
Trump declares Israel’s claims as vindication, Iran describes them as ‘childish’
Indonesia: why underage girls are marrying
Two separate underage couples held weddings in Indonesia last week after seeking approval from a religious court. The marriages have stirred strong criticism at home and abroad with calls to end child marriage.Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has responded to renewed pressure to end child marriage after a 14-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy were …
Korean conflict: History of violence, failed reunification hoped to be changed by celebrated summit
Trump expresses support for Korean peace
Poverty and lack of services in Iraq force refugees back to the camps
Poverty and a lack of services are preventing rebuilding in Mosul, forcing thousands to choose the lesser of two evils and return to the camps. Over two million have yet to go back home. Judit Neurink reports from Mosul.”My children collect scrap iron to sell,” says Abbas Mohammed , picking up the iron pipe one …
Australia to spend half a billion to protect Great Barrier Reef
The world’s largest coral reef system has witnessed massive coral bleaching caused by rises in water temperatures and ocean acidity levels. Now, the Australian government is planning to breed more resilient coral.The Australian government is planning to spend AU$500 million (US$380 million, €312 million) to help restore and protect the endangered Great Barrier Reef, Australian …
Archaeologists in Peru discover mass child sacrifice site
Researchers have found that more than 140 children were sacrificed in a single event in Peru about 550 years ago. But why were so many children ritually killed?Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered what may be world’s largest single incident of mass child sacrifice in history. They found that more than 140 children were ritually killed …
ABBA reunites to release first new music in 35 years
For the first time in more than three decades the Swedish supergroup ABBA has returned to the studio. The band has reunited to plan a virtual tour that will feature digital avatars of its members.The members of Swedish pop supergroup ABBA on Friday announced they have recorded new material for the first time in 35 …
Avicii family says star DJ ‘could not go on any longer’
The superstar Swedish DJ’s shocking death at age 28 was mourned by fans and musicians around the world. Avicii’s family has said the musician “really struggled with thoughts about meaning, life, happiness.”Late Swedish star DJ Avicii “wanted peace” and “could not go on any longer,” according to a family statement released on Thursday. The electronic …
Scientists find evidence of prehistoric man-vs-giant sloth battle
Fossilized footprints in New Mexico tell a tale of pursuit, misdirection and evasion between ancient humans and the strong giant sloth. The rare find could shed light on how man hunted prey — possibly to extinction.Standing over two meters (6.5 feet) tall with forelegs tipped with claws, giant sloths were formidable adversaries for our prehistoric …
US states launch gun violence research group, bypassing Congress
A consortium to research gun violence has been launched by six US states and Puerto Rico. Their governors have said expert findings will fill a void left by a 1996 federal ban on such studies.State governors, including New Jersey’s Phil Murphy and New York’s Andrew Cuomo, said obstruction in Washington would be bypassed by tasking …
Facebook posts profits despite data scandal
Facebook’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg can hit the “like” button when it comes to his company’s earnings: revenue is up significantly, as are average user numbers — good news for Facebook after the Cambridge Analytica scandal.Facebook announced Wednesday that first-quarter revenue had risen, surpassing analyst expectations as the company bounced back after a month-long decline in …
Wine production drops, but there’s still enough to go round
Are you drinking more than your fair share of wine? There are fewer than five bottles produced globally per person each year. The flow has been stemmed somewhat by poor weather conditions in Europe.Wine production tailed off in Europe during 2017, bringing down world production to its lowest level since 1957 according to the latest …
Fajr International Film Festival: Tehran meets Hollywood
Iranian actors, Indian directors and a Hollywood icon have come together in Tehran at Asia’s oldest film festival. DW’s Theresa Tropper spoke with the festival’s director, Reza Mirkarimi.DW: What distinguishes the “Fajr International Film Festival” from other major festivals? Reza Mirkarimi: We are the oldest film festival in Asia and as such, we provide a …
ESA space probe Gaia surveys 1.69 billion new stars with high precision
The space probe Gaia has been surveying our Milky Way for four years. Now, ESA officials have presented the most complete star catalog ever published. But it doesn’t hold a candle to what’ll come in 2024.This Wednesday at the international aviation exhibition (ILA), the European Space Agency (ESA) presented the most extensive catalog of stars …