How the Cannes 2026 films reflect a world in conflict
Various works explore the impact of authoritarianism through a historical lens, while one thriller on corruption is set in Putin’s Russia.
Culture
Germany
DW exclusive: Germany’s far-right AfD vows to ‘make history’
The AfD looks set to take power in a German state for the first time. In a DW exclusive, the front-runner in Saxony-Anhalt discusses plans to detain immigrants and revamp the school system, and relations with Russia.
Science
Ebola patient in Berlin: Why Germany’s helping
An Ebola‑infected US doctor is being treated under the highest safety standards in a specialized isolation unit in the German capital, Berlin. The facilities are considered to be among the best equipped worldwide.
Business
Will Germany’s aviation tax cut lower ticket prices?
The tax cut aims to ease the burden on the aviation industry and make flying slightly cheaper. However, some experts warn that it is unlikely to have a meaningful impact on ticket prices.
Germany
Germany reaches out to Gulf states over Iran war
Germany no longer believes it can play a mediating role in the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran. Instead, the German government is working to strengthen its ties with the Gulf states.
News
Turkey: DW’s Alican Uludag released, but trial continues
A Turkish court has allowed DW reporter Alican Uludag to leave detention as his contentious trial opens. He is accused of having “insulted” President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, which in Turkey can carry a jail sentence.
News
Latvia scrambles NATO jets in drone alert, the latest of several in Baltic
Latvia’s military said NATO planes responded to at least one drone flying in its airspace. It’s the latest in a string of such incidents in the Baltic, one of which eventually toppled Latvia’s government.
Sports
Germany 2026 World Cup squad announcement: Neuer returns
Two years after retiring from international football, Manuel Neuer is back in Germany’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Environment
Extreme climate scenario fades, but warming continues
The rapid rollout of renewable energy is helping to shift emissions trends, but expected temperature rises remain high as the UN moves to tighten countries’ commitments.
Sports
Freiburg’s Europa League final proof another way can work
Bundesliga side Freiburg might have lost their first-ever European final to Aston Villa, but their European run is a reminder that success in football can be achieved without big spending or a loss of identity.