
Trump dismisses concerns over AI dangers
The US president said calls to slow down AI development are a "sick conspiracy," claiming that they only serve China. Market leaders have warned of the dangers of the technology's development pace.

The US president said calls to slow down AI development are a "sick conspiracy," claiming that they only serve China. Market leaders have warned of the dangers of the technology's development pace.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have tightened their grip on a key shipping route, capturing two strategic Red Sea islands. The closure of another global transport route is the latest ripple effect of the US war with Iran.

New trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US could begin in October, according to Kyiv and Moscow. Few expect a breakthrough, but Ukraine is seeking a partial de-escalation to help it get through the winter.

Germany thrilled fans at the Women's Basketball World Cup. But even if this sparked a boom in the women's game, the infrastructure simply isn't ready for it.

Dangote is seeking $1.6 billion from investors to finance a $14.3 billion expansion and thus double the refinery's capacity. The offer could give millions of Nigerians a stake in the company. But who can truly afford it?

Emboldened by its win in Saxony-Anhalt, the far-right Alternative for Germany wants the country to change its Ukraine and Russia policies. Berlin is staying the course, but support is fading, especially in the east.

In 1095, the Catholic Church launched the Crusades, wars that left millions dead and whose legacy still shapes political and ideological conflicts.

The Himalayan nation is moving from rescue operations to recovery, facing a $4.8 billion reconstruction bill amid renewed calls for climate justice.

Russia's drone attack on a train near the Ukraine-Poland border has triggered EU calls to up support for Kyiv. Allies of Ukraine should show they "are not scared," said the bloc's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Hungary as Berlin seeks to rebuild relations with Budapest. Meanwhile, Germany's homeownership rate has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years. DW has the latest.

Resignation agencies in Japan help employees seamlessly erase themselves from a job in just 15 minutes, and young people are especially eager to use their services.

Israel's culture minister wants to strip the makers of a documentary on Israel's Gaza offensive of their citizenship. He accused the two of seeking "applause from antisemites around the world."

Prosecutors say the Berlin marketing executive used her political and military contacts to help a Russian intelligence officer gain access to influential circles and seek information on German defense policy.

European leaders are meeting over shipping, resources and security in the region amid pressure from the US, China and Russia. The EU sees the Arctic as key to its future security as melting ice makes it more accessible.

North Korea carried out a coordinated live-fire exercise involving multiple weapons systems over the weekend. The drill came after the US, South Korea and Japan wrapped up five days of joint maritime exercises.

India's women's cricket team skipped the trophy presentation with Pakistani minister Mohsin Naqvi after beating Sri Lanka to win a record eighth Asia Cup title. DW has more.

Iran is shifting trade toward northern ports and land routes as its southern shipping faces a US blockade. Analysts say the corridors can keep essential goods moving, but cannot replace maritime trade.

A quarter of Berlin residents will have no say in the German capital's city-state election because they lack citizenship. That's the highest proportion of residents excluded from the election yet, and many are unhappy.

Mark Carney clarified Canada's EU ambitions amid a WSJ report that Ottawa was exploring an "associate membership" with the bloc.

The Christian Democrats have emerged as the strongest party at local elections in the state of Lower Saxony. The vote was closely watched as an indicator of the strength of the far-right AfD, which came in third.