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.
Culture
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.
News
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.
News
Madrid protesters decry rising rents and housing shortage
Housing has long ranked among the top concerns in Spain, where demand has risen because of tourism and immigration-driven population growth.
Germany
Germany plans to address growing use of date-rape drugs
Germany’s justice minister is seeking harsher penalties for the use of date-rape drugs in sexual assaults. But victims say more needs to be done about a growing problem.
World
Displaced Ukrainians risk home seizure under Russian law
Russia is tightening control over property in occupied Ukrainian territories, requiring owners to register under Russian law. Many Ukrainians say returning to do so would put their safety and freedom at risk.
Science
Enhanced Games: Why ‘crippling injuries’ are the least of it
Doping in sports is nothing new. Athletes at the Enhanced Games will know the risks — severe injury, even paralysis. But bioethicists are also concerned we’re opening the gates to altering our fundamental human biology.