India: Delhi chokes on most polluted Diwali eve in 10 years
Delhi was ranked as the world’s most polluted major city on the eve of Diwali. Delhi’s air pollution is expected to get worse in the coming days. DW has more.
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As COP31 Antalya kicks off, can world move beyond big promises?
Droughts, floods and extreme heat are upping the pressure on delegates at the UN climate talks in Antalya, Turkey. Can countries move beyond pledges to concrete action?
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At least 6 killed in shooting in Polish city of Krakow
A gunman who fired from a car killed at least six people, including a British tourist, in Krakow’s main market square. The suspect was wounded by police and taken to a hospital.
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Ebola: Why is there still no vaccine?
Ebola has been known about for decades, but there is still no vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of the virus causing the current outbreak. New research raises hopes of protection against the various types of Ebola.
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Israeli president picks Gadi Eisenkot to form government: Statement
The anti-Netanyahu alliance led by former Israeli military chief Gadi Eisenkot has been tasked with forming a new government, with tricky coalition talks expected.
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France sees new round of Yellow Vest, student protests
Although fewer protesters turned out in comparison with previous weeks, several cities saw clashes between police and demonstrators.
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Trump offers White House press secretary role to Dana White
US President Donald Trump has offered the job of White House press secretary to Dana White, the chief executive of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
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Armenia’s selective prosecution: A threat to EU relations?
While Brussels has refrained from harsh criticism, Armenian civil society has warned of selective justice against opposition figures. Could the EU’s pragmatic stance risk repeating past mistakes?
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More than 40,000 gather as Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Uruguay
Massive crowds have turned out for the pontiff as he celebrates the first Mass of his South America tour. A nighttime prayer vigil in Montevideo is expected to draw more than 60,000 young people.
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Journalism and AI: Who owns the news?
Publishers say AI chatbots are using their reporting to answer readers’ questions while sending back less traffic and less money. Should the companies that build these tools pay for the journalism they rely on?