Belgium: Train collides with school bus, several dead
A train has crashed into a school bus near a town close to Brussels, killing at least four people, including two children.
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World
Where are US forces stationed in Europe?
The United States operates various bases across the European continent. DW breaks down what these sites are used for, and how many troops are stationed there.
Environment
The wind boom Trump couldn’t stop
Even with fierce opposition, offshore wind projects are multiplying along US coasts — signaling a massive shift in energy.
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Unseasonal May heat wave grips Europe
The UK and France have registered record May temperatures as western Europe swelters under a “heat dome.” Such extremes are occurring more often as the planet warms.
Culture
Berlin Hauptbahnhof at 20: A rail hub with symbolic power
Berlin’s central station was inaugurated in May 2006. Beyond its functionality, the modern glass-and-steel structure was built to play a key role in reunified Germany.
Business
Will SpaceX’s IPO fund life on Mars — and a trillionaire?
SpaceX is launching history’s biggest public listing, propelling Elon Musk’s wealth into the stratosphere. DW explores whether the firm’s out-of-this-world ambitions are truly cosmic or another black hole for investors.
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Germany news: More than 1,900 missing children
Authorities say there are 1,933 missing children cases nationwide, up 6.8% from the year before. And, travellers in Germany seem nervous when it comes to air travel, amid the war in Iran, a survey suggests.
Germany
Germany’s Dr. Wolff cosmetics company is going all in on AI
This medium-sized, family-run business has embraced artificial intelligence to stay competitive. All employees are encouraged to learn about and apply LLMs.
Environment
Blinded by the light pollution: Cities seek to restore night
Artificial lights are blotting out the moon and stars, harming human health, and disrupting the natural world. Why is this a problem? And how can we stop it without sitting in the dark?
World
Why are Europe’s biggest defense projects in trouble?
Disputes over leadership, military priorities and industrial control are threatening to fracture Europe’s €100 billion fighter jet project — with tensions now spilling into a Franco-German tank project as well.