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Bangladeshi children making videos to tell their problems
A recently launched video news service, featuring stories by child journalists, aims to strengthen the voices of Bangladesh’s vulnerable and marginalized children and raise awareness about their issues. DW examines.
Philippines confirms murder of Canadian hostage by militant group
The government of the Philippines has confirmed that Robert Hall is dead. The Canadian was captured along with several others by a militant Islamist organization almost a year ago.
US terror expert warns of risk to soft targets
Are Islamist ‘lone wolves’ a US phenomenon? Researcher David Schanzer tells DW why they, rather than members of organized terror cells, have carried out multiple shootings there – and where they may strike next.
UN General Assembly votes for Fiji envoy Peter Thomson as president
Fijian ambassador to the United Nations Peter Thomson has been elected president of the General Assembly, promising to make the environment his priority. He narrowly defeated Cypriot diplomat Andreas Mavroyiannis.
Islamic State claims responsibility for Orlando attack
In a video blog, the father of Omar Mateen said he did not know that his son had a “grudge in his heart”
Portuguese FM expresses support for Egypt in counterterrorism efforts
Both countries signed an agreement to boost investment
Bahrain rearrests top activist Rajab in dawn raid
Bahraini police have searched the home of Nabeel Rajab, taking the prominent Shiite activist into custody. The raid comes after Rajab received a royal pardon over “insulting” tweets.
Libyan forces hit with suicide bombings in Sirte offensive
An “Islamic State” suicide bomber has killed three people at a field hospital in the Libyan coastal city of Sirte. Libyan forces are battling the extremist group for control of the port.
Death toll in Orlando nightclub shooting rises to 50
The FBI has launched a general investigation to determine whether the attack was a hate crime or terrorist act
Hundreds flee besieged IS bastion in Syria
Hundreds of civilians have reportedly escaped from a besieged jihadi stronghold in northern Syria. In a blow to “Islamic State” militants, a US-backed alliance has surrounded the town and cut off a main supply route.
Dutch woman held in Qatar since March after reporting rape charge
A 22-year-old Dutch woman has been detained in Qatar since reporting she was raped and assaulted while on vacation there in March. Her family has launched a social media campaign calling for her release.
Child slavery primes Syrian kids to become sex workers when they grow up
In Lebanon, short-sighted refugee policies are driving children into slavery and a future of exploitation as prostitutes.
Terrorism affects both sides in complex Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The terror attack against Israeli civilians in Tel Aviv shows just how convoluted the conflict is. Israelis and Palestinians are equally responsible, says political scientist Sylke Tempel.
Aid agencies struggle to deliver food and medical supplies to desperate Syrians
Syrians are growing increasingly desperate for food, with one report claiming people had traded a car for rice. The Assad regime has also denied aid requests for medical supplies, including burn kits and surgical tools.
Several people killed in Damascus Shiite shrine bombing
Two bombs have exploded in the Syrian capital, killing and injuring dozens of people. The suspected terror attacks took place near the country’s holiest Shiite shrine, the Sayeda Zeinab mosque.
New suspect arrested over Brussels attacks
The man was detained following a raid on his house in the Belgian capital
Libya unity government allied forces take control of Sirte port
Troops aligned with Libya’s government have fought “Islamic State” (IS) forces to take back control of the port of Sirte. The brigades are part of an operation backed by Libya’s UN-recognized administration.
Expats in Europe face uncertain Brexit future
The 1.2 million British people residing in other European states face an uncertain future in the event of Brexit. Samira Shackle reports from London.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali remembered in interfaith service
An interfaith memorial service, celebrating the life of Muhammad Ali has taken place in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Dignitaries and fans from around the world have paid tribute to the late boxing legend.
Saudi effort to squash criticism of Yemen war violations may backfire
Saudi Arabia and its allies have threatened the UN with cutting funds to millions of children in order to squash criticism of rights violations in Yemen. Blackmailing the UN is unlikely to avert criticism.
UN slams ‘collective punishment’ for Palestinians following Tel Aviv attack
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has condemned the deadly Tel Aviv attack but said the cancellation of Palestinians’ entry permits may amount to collective punishment. The assault left four people dead.
AU in Somalia: underfunded and overwhelmed
AMISOM, the African Union mission in Somalia, claims to have successfully repulsed an attack by al-Shabab militants on one its military bases. Its ability to protect and support the Somali government is limited. The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) is made up of 22,000 troops from Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda and Burundi. Its origins can …
Facebook algorithms – we don’t need to let them control us
Are algorithms Facebook uses neutral – or do they have an ingrained bias? Hossein Derakhshan argues that it is possible to imagine algorithms that produce balanced news and help productive debates.
Saudis exerted ‘undue pressure,’ over UN blacklist removal says chief Ban Ki-moon
UN chief Ban Ki-moon has accused Riyadh of exerting “undue pressure” to get the Saudi-led battle group in Yemen deleted from a UN child violator blacklist. He says Saudi funding for millions of children was at stake.
Delaware to be sued by 21 other US states
Delaware’s reputation as a corporate haven has landed it in hot water with other parts of the US. Texas has said the tiny state must pay back what has taken on abandoned money orders.
Thousands gather to bid Muhammad Ali farewell
A leading Muslim scholar has esteemed Muhammad Ali as “a gift to his people, his religion, his coutry and the world.” The traditional Muslim funeral service marks the beginning of two days of memorial services
Somalia attack: ‘It’s impossible to know the real numbers’
The AU peacekeeping mission AMISOM and the militant group al-Shabab have both claimed casualties after the militants attacked an army base in Somalia. But the numbers are difficult to verify, a Somalia expert told DW.
Turkey bans sale of fertilizers after deadly attacks
Authorities have seized over 60,000 tons of fertilizer containing ammonium nitrate. A series of bomb attacks have rocked the NATO member state since a fragile peace process with Kurdish rebels collapsed.
Appropriation of Sufi poet ‘Rumi’ sparks outrage in Afghanistan
Where is Rumi from? Should his character be played by Leonardo di Caprio? These are the questions currently preoccupying Afghans and Iranians alike. Now even the Afghan government has waged into the debate.
A world with less water
Water scarcity has long been a problem. But climate change, a growing global population and economic growth are putting the natural resource under even more stress.