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Trump administration rehires laid-off employees after cost-cutting blitz
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Hundreds of US employees fired on Elon Musk's watch are being asked to return to work, internal memo shows.
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Geopolitics
Kamel Daoud: Algerian author breaks his silence
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The writer's Algerian civil war novel, "Houris," challenges taboos and gives women a voice. The book has made him famous — but also led Algeria to seek his arr…
Geopolitics
EU, Indonesia agree on free trade deal
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The near decade-long negotiations between the EU and Indonesia were hastened by the threat of US President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policy. The free tr…
Geopolitics
Ousmane Dembele and Aitana Bonmati win Ballon d'Or
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
For Ousmane Dembele it was his first Ballon d'Or, while Aitana Bonmati made history.
Geopolitics
Here's how flowers can harvest vital metals
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
As demand for nickel grows, plants could help suck out vital raw materials from soil. Could this replace conventional mining that's harmful to the environment?
Geopolitics
NATO warns Russia over airspace violations
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After incidents occurred in Poland, Romania and Estonia, NATO has warned Russia that it would take all necessary measures to defend its airspace against any fu…
Geopolitics
Mourners in India celebrate the life of Zubeen Garg
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Huge crowds of mourners gathered to bid farewell to popular singer, Zubeen Garg, who died in a drowning incident in Singapore.
Geopolitics
Germany attempts to fill Constitutional Court positions
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The Bundestag was supposed to elect three new judges to Germany's highest court in July. But the vote was canceled because right-wing lawmakers took issue with…
Geopolitics
Indonesia: Palm oil sellers fear new barriers after EU deal
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After nearly a decade of negotiations between Jakarta and Brussels, a new free trade pact will let Indonesia sell its palm oil in the EU with zero tariffs. But…
Geopolitics
Trump visa fee causes Indian, Chinese workers to rethink US
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
H-1B visas have been a traditional funnel for Indian and Chinese talent into the US tech industry. After Donald Trump said visas for highly skilled workers wou…
Geopolitics
Unpacking Trump's racist and authoritarian ideology
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Authors Jamaica Kincaid, Elizabeth Kolbert and William Hitchcock discussed Trump's attacks on free speech and democracy at Berlin's literature festival.
Geopolitics
How Donald Trump's H-1B visa fee could affect the US economy
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Critics say the president's plan to charge $100,000 application fees for the H-1B visa program will greatly stifle the US economy, with universities, nonprofit…
Geopolitics
African countries seek increased influence at UNGA
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
African leaders attending the UN General Assembly are advocating for a greater global role for the continent, Security Council reforms and Palestinian statehoo…
Geopolitics
Fact check: How to recover deleted web pages
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Ever landed on a "404 Not Found" page? Learn how to recover deleted content and preserve online posts.
Geopolitics
Why do German footballers struggle to win the Ballon d'Or?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
No German footballer has won the prize in nearly 30 years, but a new generation of players hopes to change that.
Geopolitics
Israel to close West Bank crossing — Palestinian officials
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Palestinian and Jordanian officials say Israel plans to close the West Bank Allenby Bridge Crossing "until further notice." Meanwhile, more than a dozen Palest…
Geopolitics
US: Trump proposes further changes to H-1B visa process
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After announcing a $100,000 fee for H-1B skilled worker visas, the US has now proposed creating a weighted system for new applicants that would favor higher wa…
Geopolitics
US vaccine, painkiller stances concern global health experts
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
When the US speaks, the world listens when it comes to health policy. Experts say the Trump administration's changes to vaccine and medicine recommendations in…
Geopolitics
US: Man convicted of Trump assassination attempt
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The man was accused of plotting to shoot Donald Trump at the US president's Florida golf course last year. He faces life in prison.
Geopolitics
Donald Trump's designated bogeyman: Who is the Antifa?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US President Trump declared the Antifa movement a domestic terrorist organization. However, it is not a formal organization. Is Trump trying to curb the consti…
Geopolitics
Trump says Ukraine can regain territory lost to Russia since 2022
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
US President Donald Trump said that with "time, patience, and the financial support of Europe and, in particular, NATO," Ukraine could regain its territory fro…
Geopolitics
Trump taken aback over Jimmy Kimmel reinstatement by ABC
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Jimmy Kimmel was suspended by ABC network for six days following comments he made about Charlie Kirk's death. Two companies that own ABC affiliates have refuse…
Geopolitics
UNGA: Colombia's Petro wants Trump to face criminal process
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Gustavo Petro has called for a criminal investigation against Donald Trump over deadly strikes on boats in the Caribbean. Earlier, the US president said all dr…
Geopolitics
Italian movie star Claudia Cardinale dies at age of 87
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Best known for her role in Federico Fellini's "8½," Cardinale has passed away after starring in over 100 productions.
Geopolitics
Super Typhoon Ragasa leaves several dead in Taiwan
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Ragasa, one of the strongest storms in years, also caused major damage and injuries in Hong Kong. In southern China, more than a million people were evacuated,…
Geopolitics
Trump says he believes Ukraine can regain all land lost to Russia since 2022 invasion
The Guardian – World · Europe
US president claims Russia is in ‘big economic trouble’ as he calls for Nato countries to stop imports of Russian oilUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Tr…
Geopolitics
Ice agent who shot man at traffic stop says his own injuries were ‘nothing major’
The Guardian – World · Europe
Footage contrasts from Trump officials’ account that officer was ‘seriously injured’ by immigrant who was fatally shotPolice body camera footage released on Tu…
Geopolitics
Zelenskyy tells UN Putin is ‘trying everything’ to prolong Ukraine war; Trump says Nato can shoot down Russian aircraft – as it happened
The Guardian – World · Europe
This live blog is now closed. To read more, click on the links below:Trump say Ukraine can regain all land lost to Russia since 2022Trump tells nations to clos…
Geopolitics
New statue on National Mall celebrates ‘long-lasting bond’ between Trump and Epstein
The Guardian – World · Europe
Bronze statue by an anonymous creator shows the two men frolicking and holding hands with a foot kicked back in joyThere’s a new statue on the east end of the …
Geopolitics
Adelita Grijalva expected to win her late father’s House seat in Arizona special election
The Guardian – World · Europe
Grijalva would be state’s first Latina in Congress, and Republicans’ House majority could shrink even furtherUS politics live – latest updatesAdelita Grijalva,…
Geopolitics
Jeffrey Epstein ‘threatened to destroy’ Sarah Ferguson before her apology
The Guardian – World · Europe
Duchess’s then spokesperson recalls disgraced financier’s ‘Hannibal Lecter-style’ phone call after she disowned himThe Duchess of York allegedly sent an email …
Geopolitics
Mahmood vows to change modern slavery laws after bid to deport Eritrean man thwarted
The Guardian – World · Europe
Appeal court rejects home secretary’s attempt to appeal against blocking of return of man to France under ‘one in, one out’ dealShabana Mahmood has announced p…
Geopolitics
‘Loud and proud’: UK summit kicks off new conversation for working dads
The Guardian – World · Europe
Organisers of event urge fathers to push for more equal parental rights in face of Britain’s current poor offering“Who’s in your team?” asked Elliott Rae, pump…
Geopolitics
Cheryl Tweedy stalker jailed for a year after again breaching restraining order
The Guardian – World · Europe
Convicted killer Daniel Bannister showed up at singer’s home for fourth time, leaving her ‘stunned’A convicted killer who stalked Cheryl Tweedy has been jailed…
Geopolitics
Tories demand inquiry into claims Labour’s McSweeney misled elections watchdog
The Guardian – World · Europe
Starmer’s chief of staff used ‘false excuse’ for failing to declare donations to his former thinktank, Conservatives claimThe Conservatives have called for an …
Geopolitics
British officials fear Trump could recognise Israeli West Bank settlements
The Guardian – World · Europe
Government insiders say move would be a serious blow to prospect of a two-state solutionBritish officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli control ove…
Geopolitics
Middle East crisis: Trump to address UN general assembly as Israeli attacks on Gaza City continue – as it happened
The Guardian – World · Europe
US president to address UN general assembly in New York after UK, France, Belgium, Canada, Australia and Portugal recognised a Palestinian stateThe UN investig…
Geopolitics
‘Guess what?’ Macron phones Trump after US president’s motorcade blocks his car
The Guardian – World · Europe
Bemused French president forced to take unscheduled 30-minute trek through the streets of New YorkEmmanuel Macron had to walk half an hour by foot through New …
Geopolitics
Explosions and drones targeting Gaza aid flotilla boats, activists say
The Guardian – World · Europe
The Global Sumud Flotilla said they would ‘not be intimidated’, after third report of drone attacks this monthOrganisers of a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying aid …
Geopolitics
‘We are at our limit’: Gaza’s last hospitals overwhelmed as thousands flee south
The Guardian – World · Europe
‘Not enough of anything’, says surgeon, as Israel’s assault forces injured, sick and hungry people to leave Gaza CityThe few remaining hospitals and clinics in…
Geopolitics
Trump attacks Europe on migration, Russian energy purchases and climate policies – as it happened
The Guardian – World · Europe
This live blog is now closed, you can read more on this story hereMeanwhile, Russia denied that it was connected to the drone flights that forced Copenhagen ai…
Geopolitics
Trump calls for nations to close borders and expel foreigners in UN speech: ‘Your countries are being ruined’
The Guardian – World · Europe
US president accuses European countries specifically of ‘destroying your heritage’ by allowing migrationDonald Trump took the stage at the United Nations gener…
Geopolitics
Is Copenhagen drone incursion further evidence of Russian interest in allied airspace?
The Guardian – World · Europe
Sudden boldness of Kremlin is new territory for Nato, which is enhancing air policing over eastern Europe with extra fighter jetsDanish PM: airport drone incur…
Geopolitics
Trump’s address to world leaders at the UN was for a different audience: his base
The Guardian – World · Europe
Trump told the assembled European leaders that they were destroying their own countries in a move that was ‘basically Maga madlibs’Donald Trump may have been s…
Geopolitics
Trump’s UN speech makes it clear: the world can no longer look to the US for strong leadership
The Guardian – World · Europe
US president’s speech made a mockery of UN values and highlights the need for strong anti-Trumpian alliancesSuch is the gravitational pull cast by Donald Trump…
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