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Russian President Putin's Adviser Vladimir Medinsky (2nd L) talks to journalists at the InterContinental Hotel on Day 2 of trilateral talks

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Ukraine updates: Geneva peace talks end abruptly

A second day of talks between Ukraine and Russia ended after less than two hours on Wednesday. DW has the latest.

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February 18, 2026

US: Trump's EPA sued by environmentalist, health groups

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Deutsche Bahn says cyberattack hit ticket and info systems

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Greenland: Denmark's King Frederik X visits Nuuk

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India AI summit: Brazil's Lula lands, US giants tout plans

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Climate change threatens coffee-growing regions — study

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Germany: Study finds institutional racism in public agencies

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Africa

M23 rebels escort government soldiers and police who surrendered to an undisclosed location in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Jan. 30, 2025.

Ceasefire in eastern DR Congo raises hopes for peace

A scheduled ceasefire brings optimism to the eastern DRC, and US resource interests may push peace forward.

Asia

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China shock: Will Merz take on Germany's top rival?

Ahead of next week's Beijing trip, Merz faces calls to defend German industry from intense rivalry from China.

Germany

State elections could spell doom of Germany's oldest party

Once a big tent party, supported by almost half of Germans, the Social Democrats are fighting for relevance.

Europe

Tourists take pictures with the Sagrada familia looming in the background.

From boom to burden: How overtourism hit European cities

What turns certain places into tourist magnets? It isn't just the famous landmarks that are drawing sightseers.

Middle East

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United States and Iran at impasse after Geneva nuclear talks

The threat of US military action looms large after talks in Geneva. The ball seems to be back in Iran's court.

North America

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Canada works to build defense industry independent of US

As ties with the United States fray under Donald Trump, Canada has unveiled its first industrial defense strategy.

Latin America

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Banana farm pesticides back in focus after sterility ruling

Farm workers poisoned by a pesticide have lost their case in Paris. Farmers worldwide still rely on toxic chemicals.

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Olympics

The Olympics is the most prestigious multisport gathering for athletes worldwide. Held every four years, the Winter Games are taking place in Italy from February 6 to 22. The next Summer Games are set for Los Angeles.

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Beyond conflict: Africa's interfaith reality

We explores how Muslims and Christians coexist in Africa, despite reports of tension.

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Berlinale

The Berlin International Film Festival, known as the Berlinale, is an annual film festival with the best film receiving the Golden Bear.

Berlinale slammed on Gaza 'silence' in artists' open letter

Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem are among those openly voicing criticism following Wim Wenders' controversial stance.

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Strong women in front of and behind camera at Berlinale

Two female directors have brought films to the festival that feature strong women behind and in front of the camera.

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From Iran to Afghanistan: Women's cinema of resistance

These two female filmmakers express the injustice they've experienced in their home countries in contrasting genres.

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North Korean POWs stuck in Ukraine as Seoul hesitates

Two North Korean soldiers in Ukraine want to move to South Korea to avoid punishment for letting themselves be captured.

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For a healthy break, don't check your ex's social media

Repeated checking of an ex-partner's social media intensifies heartbreak, prolongs longing and slows emotional recovery.

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The Sound of Resilience: A Nigerian DJ's Journey

DJ Bankyroy is not just rocking parties: He is inspiring thousands to believe that life can begin again.

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What Jesse Jackson meant to the US civil rights movement

The trailblazing civil rights activist and Martin Luther King Jr. protege left a lasting mark on US politics.

Marco Rubio and Friedrich Merz shake hands in front of US, German and EU flags

What is the 'rules-based order' and can it survive?

If shared structures that have underpinned global cooperation for years are crumbling, what’s the future without them?

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Book by mass rape survivor Gisele Pelicot tells her story

She refuses to be a victim: "A Hymn to Life" powerfully chronicles Pelicot's ordeal and path back to life.

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Planet A

Environmental protection may be more possible than many think. Planet A explores the shift toward an eco-friendly world.

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People watch as robots perform a dance during Lunar New Year celebrations marking the Year of the Horse, in Beijing, China.

China ushers in the Year of the Horse — with AI robots

What do people in China make of a future steered by the government — in which AI-powered robots take center stage?

Sleeper trains – The future of travel?

A Berlin startup is developing compact sleeper cabins, designed to make night trains cheaper and greener.

Berlinale 2026 | Schauspielerin Harriet Herbig-Matten auf dem Roten Teppich zur Eröffnung

Red carpet moments and politics at the Berlinale 2026

The Berlin International Film Festival runs February 12-22. Here are some of the stars attending the event.

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Surfing in Liberia: Robertsport's young surfers

In Robertsport, Liberia, surfing is more than waves. It’s how a generation is moving forward.

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What makes Greek yogurt such a nutritious delicacy

This dairy product has a long tradition in Greece and is prized throughout the world.

Historical engraving of the myth of the Trojan Horse: Greek raiding party secreting themselves in the great wooden horse, 13th or 12th century.

Horses and humans: A multicultural history

Given their quiet contributions to human life, horses have figured prominently in art, myth, faith and pop culture.

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