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Many Syrians in Germany reluctant to return to home country

A decade ago, Germany opened its borders to those fleeing the Syrian war. Now, Chancellor Merz says Syria is safe enough for people to return to. But many are hesitant to leave the country they have come to call home.

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Lax waste controls behind Indonesian shrimp export crisis

The U.S. has restricted shrimp imports from Indonesia after finding radioactive contamination in a shipment of frozen breaded shrimp. The contamination was traced to factories near Jakarta, tainted by scrap metal brought in from abroad.

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Can 3D printing solve the global housing crisis?

3D printing technology is redefining how homes are built. In rural Colorado, a modular robot prints multi-story houses in days, instead of weeks. But can this technology scale fast enough to meet global demand?

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From fungi to fabric: eco-friendly fashion

Researcher Annah-Ololade Sangosanya produces artificial leather from mushrooms. Her vision — creating clothing from an organic material that can repair itself.

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Back health myths debunked: What truly helps pain

"Sit up straight!" or "rest a sore back!" sound right, but are they? Physiotherapists debunk back-pain myths and explain what really helps.

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Chile leftists advance to next month's presidential runoff

Chile heads to a December runoff after Sunday's presidential vote left no clear winner. Leftist Jeannette Jara and far-right José Antonio Kast will now face off in a race dominated by concerns over crime and migration.

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Gazans face health hazards from flooding, broken infrastructure

After the devastation of war, Palestinians in Gaza now face another threat. Heavy rain has flooded tents and contaminated water with sewage, creating severe health risks for thousands already struggling to survive.

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Anger over flood control graft spark mass protest in Philippines

In the wake of Typhoon Kalmaegi, half a million people gathered for anti-corruption protests in the Philippine capital, Manila, demanding an investigation into dubious flood control projects and misappropriated funds.

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Chile election: Crime fears, job crisis loom

Chileans face employment insecurity and economic strain as eight candidates compete in a mandatory presidential vote that could reshape the nation.

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Maduro denounces US military exercises

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro slammed planned joint military exercises by the United States and its ally Trinidad and Tobago as "irresponsible," with Washington increasing its armed presence in the Caribbean.

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Thousands join protest at COP30 climate talks in Brazil

The UN climate talks in Brazil are facing increasing disruption from protesters. Thousands joined the "Great People's March" outside the conference venue to demand action on global warming instead of empty promises.

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How extremists target kids through games

Most parents have no idea: extremists are targeting their kids through chats and games like Roblox. Sometimes, the recruiters are barely any older than their victims and the radicalization happens right under families' noses.

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Are politicians exploiting emotions online?

Are facts being replaced with anger? Politicians on social media are appealing to strong emotions. Social media expert Luna Möbius explains why the strategy works — and when it backfires.

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Brewing up Kenya’s coffee culture with barista champion

At just 28, Esther Atieno is a two-time barista champion, breaking barriers, and now she’s brewing pride and passion through her coffee school.

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Nigeria's Loud Urban Choir

From studio covers to global stages, Nigeria’s Loud Urban Choir is redefining choral music with bold, iconic remakes.

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Serbian mother on hunger strike, seeking justice for her dead son

Dijana Hrka, whose son was killed when the canopy at the entrance to Novi Sad railway station collapsed in November 2024, has gone on hunger strike in Belgrade, seeking justice for her son.

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Survivors of Sudan war recount harrowing scenes of terror

Aid agencies say they are "nowhere close" to meeting the needs of millions of people displaced by war in Sudan, as the number of people fleeing the violence rises. DW News obtained exclusive testimonies from survivors.

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One move ahead: A daughter’s chess fight for her father

Nievevska Torres, 14, is a World School Chess champion from Peru. As she rises through the ranks, her father battles cancer and draws strength from her success. To defend her title, they must raise funds to travel. In the streets of Lima...

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Germany outlines potential shift to compulsory conscription

Germany's government plans to bring back military service, to boost troop numbers to deal with the perceived threat from Russia. But voluntary conscription could become compulsory, if not enough recruits come forward.

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France marks 10th anniversary of Paris attacks

President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to the victims, visiting the sites where gunmen and suicide bombers launched coordinated assaults in the capital. It was the deadliest attack on French soil since World War II.

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Israel plans more demolitions in occupied West Bank

More families living in the West Bank are facing displacement: Last month, Israel's civil authority gave the order to level more than a dozen structures in the village of Umm al-Kheir. DW visited the community.

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Police violence reports emerge after Tanzania election row

After disputed polls last month triggered violent unrest, Tanzania is still reeling from violence that left an unknown number of people dead and injured. Juma shared his traumatic story with DW to reveal what happened.

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New game explores colonial-era debate over looted artifacts

A new video game from South Africa turns the fight to reclaim Africa's stolen heritage into a playable mission. The debate over reclaiming colonial-era African artifacts from Western museums has raged for decades.

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Agritechnica trade show highligths farming's digital future

Digitalization and artificial intelligence are increasingly finding their way into agriculture. But some farmers feel overwhelmed by the change and high start-up costs.

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COP30 in Brazil: Young Africans say it's time to act

Despite contributing the least to global CO2 emissions, Africa bears the harshest consequences of climate change. At COP30 in Brazil, a new generation of African activists is calling for urgent, concrete solutions to protect the continen...

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Ending learning poverty in Africa: Lessons from northern Ghana

Africa spends just $54 per pupil annually—compared to $8,500 in high-income countries. This gap leaves millions of children without basic learning materials, fueling a crisis known as learning poverty. Experts warn this could stall Afric...

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Germany: Nursing home pub helps dementia patients reconnect

Around 1.8 million people in Germany live with dementia, struggling with memory loss and impaired thinking. In Duisburg, a nursing home has opened a pub to help residents recall cherished memories and feel at home.

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Carbon schemes in Congo: Who's really paying the price?

Half a million hectares of Congo’s rainforest vanish every year. Carbon credit projects were meant to fight deforestation—but locals say broken promises and fake credits are fueling corporate greenwashing.

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Trump signs deal to end record 43-day U.S. shutdown

The U.S. government's longest standoff left both parties facing heavy criticism, and neither is likely to claim victory. Millions of Americans felt the impact, from hundreds of thousands of unpaid federal workers to families left without...

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Pro-EU centrist Rob Jetten likely next Dutch PM

In parliamentary elections, the centrist, pro-EU D66 party secured a narrow win over the far-right Freedom Party. D66 leader Rob Jetten targeted younger voters in his campaign. He's now likely to become prime minister.

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