FIFA under fire for World Cup red card retraction
A striker for the US team was set to miss the next match after being handed a red card, but his suspension has been overturned. US President Donald Trump might have personally intervened with FIFA.
The sacred River Turning toxic
The Osun River sustains millions, and passes through a UNESCO-recognized, sacred forest. Now it’s at the center of an environmental and public health threat.
Russian-occupied Crimea hit by fuel shortages and power cuts
Ukraine appears to be focusing its attacks on facilities whose destruction could put greater pressure on Russia. On the Crimean Peninsula, these tactics are already showing results.
How Europeans cope with the record-breaking heat wave
Much of Europe is sweltering in a heat wave, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius. From the UK to France, Germany and Spain, scorching hot days have been followed by nearly as hot nights.
Israeli forces continue their advance into southern Lebanon
Despite a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, Hezbollah and Israeli forces are still exchanging fire. Fears are growing that Israel could be moving toward a new long-term presence in southern Lebanon.
Meet the three-horned chameleon of Uganda
They look like moody dinosaurs and hunt with lightning-fast tongues. In Uganda, one conservationist protects them while inspiring children and supporting local livelihoods.
Finding a cool solution to decrease Nigeria’s food loss
From farms to markets, fresh produce rot within days. Harnessing the sun to chill food is proving to be a game changer in Nigeria.
The Lagos market powered by fruit waste
In a Lagos market, spoiled pineapples and watermelons are turned into biogas. The pilot plant provides light, cooking gas and power while cutting thousands of tons of CO2.
Testing, treating and reusing: Making Uganda’s water safer
In Uganda, hand-dug wells provide water but it’s sometimes polluted. One man is bringing change, with solutions for purifying groundwater and recycling wastewater.
Fed up with rising fuel costs, cartoonist builds own EV truck
Masoud Kipanya has built Tanzania’s first electric truck. It costs far less than imports and runs up to 150 kilometers, but the country still lacks public chargers and faces daily power cuts.
Minneapolis residents remain skeptical over announced ICE withdrawal
As federal agents prepare to leave Minneapolis after deadly clashes with protesters, the city is torn between relief, grief and deep mistrust — and fears that similar crackdowns may soon hit other US communities.
What do Bangladesh’s Young voters want?
Bangladesh has a very young population. Of the more than 127 million people registered to vote, more than 5 million are doing so for the first time. DW spoke to some of them about their hopes for this election.
E-cargo bikes drive health, sustainability in Uganda
Uganda’s e-cargo bikes, backed by a national e-mobility plan, are powering health care, creating jobs and cutting pollution.
how to make hydro smaller (and better)
Planet A takes a look at three contenders for smart small hydro: the vortex power plant, the hydrokinetic turbine, and osmotic power.
Benin’s eco-fashion star turns trash into runway art
From aluminium cans to couture: Roberto Zinli’s recycled fashion is redefining style and sustainability across Benin’s catwalk scene.
Mapping Kampala’s cooler, cleaner future
Urban foresters in the Ugandan capital are assessing tree numbers and health, as the city expands its tree cover to beat the heat and improve air quality.
Restoring rivers and rethinking construction in Kenya
Nairobi’s construction sector mines a lot of sand, depleting rivers and water supplies. But sand dams and new building methods can repair the situation.
Louvre Museum reopens after brazen jewel heist
Paris’s Louvre Museum has reopened its doors, three days after a spectacular jewellry heist. The museum’s director has acknowledged that the museum’s security was inadequate, with no surveillance cameras covering the area where the stolen jewels were on display.
Trump hesitates to send Tomahawks to Kyiv
During a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, US President Donald Trump signaled that he is not yet ready to deliver US-made Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine.
Former U.S. Security Adviser John Bolton Indicted
A federal grand jury has indicted former US national security adviser John Bolton over his handling of classified material. This is the third time in recent weeks that the US Justice Department has filed criminal charges against a former member of Trump’s administration turned critic.
Using social media savvy to help South Africa’s seabirds
A young marine conservationist is using social media to engage the public in her seabird protection and rescue work. Penguins are among the beneficiaries.
Manchester: Terroranschlag auf Synagoge
Zwei Menschen tot, mehrere Schwerverletzte – das ist die Bilanz eines Terroranschlags auf eine Synagoge in Manchester an Jom Kippur. Lukas Lottersberger berichtete vor Ort.
Innovative Wasserkraft aus Österreich
Die Stromboje und das Gravitationswasserwirbelkraftwerk versprechen umweltfreundliche Energie – ohne Dämme und laut den Erfindern fisch- und umweltfreundlich.
Crafting bazin with cleaner dyeing practices in Mali
Bazin fabric is a vibrant craft in Mali, but its beauty hides environmental and health costs. Some artisans are pioneering cleaner dyeing methods.
Wellness treatments in Belgrade promote bee awareness
Serbia’s capital has become a haven for bees. Local beekeepers are finding unusual ways to highlight the importance of the pollinators for biodiversity.
Ukraine reports large-scale Russian air attack
Ukrainian officials say at least two people were killed and a dozen injured after Russia fired more than 500 drones and missiles overnight. One of the largest air attacks in this war.
Thai protesters demand PM’s resignation
Thousands of anti-government protesters have rallied in Bangkok, demanding that Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra resign after a leaked diplomatic phone call stirred public anger over her leadership.
Los Angeles Protests against ICE
Los Angeles saw a series of demonstrations against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with protesters condemning the agency’s detention and deportation policies.
Ghanaians look for organic Alternatives to plastic packaging
As Ghana prepares to phase out single-use plastics, activists, scientists and entrepreneurs are seeking sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging.
Improving air quality in Lagos with citizen science
Home to a population of over 20 million, Lagos has an air pollution problem, due to traffic, open fires, industrial emissions and landfills that release toxic gases. A citizen science project helps gather data on air quality.