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Deutsche Welle;Psychologists uncover why you get 'the ick' in relationships;https://www.dw.com/en/psychologists-uncover-why-you-get-the-ick-in-relationships/a-71671957?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Ever found out you gave someone "the ick?" Is your situationship weirdly put off by seemingly trivial habits? Now, there's a little more science behind suddenly losing interest in potential partners.
Deutsche Welle;Is Germany's industrial economic model in danger?;https://www.dw.com/en/is-germany-s-industrial-economic-model-in-danger/a-71648473?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The German economy is a cause for great concern as voters go to the polls to elect a new government. Has the country miscalculated on its business model, where it gets energy, Chinese competition and tariffs?
Deutsche Welle;High electricity prices: A threat to Germany's industry?;https://www.dw.com/en/high-electricity-prices-a-threat-to-germany-s-industry/a-71644198?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
With German parliamentary elections underway, businesses are warning that electricity prices are just too high. But how bad is the problem really?
Deutsche Welle;Why do whales and dolphins strand?;https://www.dw.com/en/why-do-whales-and-dolphins-strand/a-55203547?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
If these mammals become stranded, they can dry out, overheat, suffocate or suffer severe inner injuries because of their enormous dead weight.
Deutsche Welle;Earth is warming, so why is it so cold?;https://www.dw.com/en/earth-is-warming-so-why-is-it-so-cold/a-71661055?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A "polar vortex" is bringing intense cold and heavy snow to large swaths of the US and Canada. How is this winter weather related to climate change?
Deutsche Welle;What German football governing body DFB expects of the new government;https://www.dw.com/en/what-german-football-governing-body-dfb-expects-of-the-new-government/a-71646271?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The list of demands from the German football association (DFB) ahead of the German election are compelling, but how effective could they be in the context of federalism and their own image?
Deutsche Welle;Berlinale: 'Das Deutsche Volk' gives voice to Hanau victims;https://www.dw.com/en/berlinale-das-deutsche-volk-gives-voice-to-hanau-victims/a-71666188?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Five years after one of the deadliest racially motivated attacks in Germany, a new documentary film follows the victims' families and their search for answers.
Deutsche Welle;Tennis world in uproar after Jannik Sinner's mild doping ban;https://www.dw.com/en/tennis-world-in-uproar-after-jannik-sinner-s-mild-doping-ban/a-71665437?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Despite testing positive for a banned substance, Tennis world number one Jannik Sinner has only been banned for three months. Novak Djokovic spoke of "favoritism," while Alexander Zverev called the case "odd."
Deutsche Welle;'Mickey 17': Bong Joon-ho offers a black comedy for the Trump era;https://www.dw.com/en/mickey-17-bong-joon-ho-offers-a-black-comedy-for-the-trump-era/a-71634523?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The Oscar-winning director of "Parasite" returns with an English-language sci-fi film starring Robert Pattinson, with Mark Ruffalo in the role of a narcissistic leader.
Deutsche Welle;What Germany's election means for sports and an Olympic bid;https://www.dw.com/en/what-germany-s-election-means-for-sports-and-an-olympic-bid/a-71604368?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A German Olympic bid for 2036 or 2040? Sports as a national objective in the constitution? DW takes a look at the sporting side of party manifestos ahead of Germany's 2025 election.
Deutsche Welle;German AI on the cutting edge, but commercially at a loss;https://www.dw.com/en/german-ai-on-the-cutting-edge-but-commercially-at-a-loss/a-71593167?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The US and China are leading the field when it comes to artificial intelligence models. Researchers say Germany also has a lot going for it. So why isn't there a successful AI company here?
Deutsche Welle;What are reciprocal tariffs? Trump's trade agenda explained;https://www.dw.com/en/what-are-reciprocal-tariffs-trump-s-trade-agenda-explained/a-71596247?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Donald Trump thinks US firms have a trade disadvantage, as they often face higher costs when exporting their products. DW examines the US president's latest plan to renegotiate tariffs with the rest of the world.
Deutsche Welle;How German politics are reflected in football stands;https://www.dw.com/en/how-german-politics-are-reflected-in-football-stands/a-71614152?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
German football fans have been staging protests against the far-right AfD, and many fan groups have been redoubling their efforts to fight racism. But the country's general rightward shift is reflected in the stands.
Deutsche Welle;Ex-Spain FA boss Rubiales awaits verdict in Hermoso trial;https://www.dw.com/en/ex-spain-fa-boss-rubiales-awaits-verdict-in-hermoso-trial/a-71574032?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The trial of Luis Rubiales for kissing Spain forward Jenni Hermoso on the lips after the 2023 Women's World Cup final has ended. A verdict isn't expected for several weeks.
Deutsche Welle;Nazi past discovery leads St. Pauli to suspend fan song;https://www.dw.com/en/nazi-past-discovery-leads-st-pauli-to-suspend-fan-song/a-71593223?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Bundesliga side St. Pauli, one of Germany's most politically active football clubs, has decided to suspend the playing of a song in its stadium after it was found to have a troubling past.
Deutsche Welle;Chess and the dispute over 'freestyle';https://www.dw.com/en/chess-and-the-dispute-over-freestyle/a-71603993?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A row is brewing in the world of chess – at the center of it are a disgruntled world federation and a chess variant – with millions on the line.
Deutsche Welle;After Berlinale success, Iranian director duo land in court;https://www.dw.com/en/after-berlinale-success-iranian-director-duo-land-in-court/a-71597907?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Behtash Sanaeeha and Maryam Moghaddam's "My Favorite Cake" was acclaimed at the 2024 Berlinale. Now they are being charged with propaganda against the state.
Deutsche Welle;Lovers, famous and infamous;https://www.dw.com/en/lovers-famous-and-infamous/a-71594064?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Legends surround love, that crazy feeling that can inspire the most beautiful songs, but also the most terrible wars. History is full of famous love stories.
Deutsche Welle;Conservation efforts double India's tiger population;https://www.dw.com/en/conservation-efforts-double-india-s-tiger-population/a-71577773?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
India's tiger population has doubled in the last decade, to around 3,682 animals. Tigers are now thriving in land shared with humans, but what does this mean for local communities?
Deutsche Welle;What's next for Germany's climate movement?;https://www.dw.com/en/what-s-next-for-germany-s-climate-movement/a-71595717?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Climate action has been sidelined in the leadup to Germany's federal election and many policies are facing political backlash. Can activists navigate the challenges ahead?
Deutsche Welle;YouTube: From failed dating site to pop culture juggernaut;https://www.dw.com/en/youtube-from-failed-dating-site-to-pop-culture-juggernaut/a-71561377?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The 20-year-old site inspired by "Nipplegate" saw Justin Bieber, "Gangnam Style" and "Baby Shark" go viral.
Deutsche Welle;Why Europe's southern periphery props up eurozone growth;https://www.dw.com/en/why-europe-s-southern-periphery-props-up-eurozone-growth/a-71530790?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The 20 countries that use the euro are languishing in stagnation, with recession-plagued Germany weighing heavily on them. Surprisingly, the only silver lining is emerging in Portugal, Spain, and Greece. How come?
Deutsche Welle;This Iraq region is sinking into the Earth (very slowly);https://www.dw.com/en/this-iraq-region-is-sinking-into-the-earth-very-slowly/a-71589236?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A hilly area surrounding the Zagros Mountains in Iraq is being pulled into the Earth. Understanding why could help predict future earthquakes.
Deutsche Welle;Should you trust hotel and restaurant reviews?;https://www.dw.com/en/should-you-trust-hotel-and-restaurant-reviews/a-71532136?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Many tourists decide where to eat or stay after reading reviews online. But with so many fakes, can they really be trusted?
Deutsche Welle;Commerzbank plans job cuts, new goals to fend off UniCredit;https://www.dw.com/en/commerzbank-plans-job-cuts-new-goals-to-fend-off-unicredit/a-71579645?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Commerzbank has announced cost-cutting measures to stave off any takeover bid by Italy's UniCredit that the German lender says would lead to much more drastic job cuts.
Deutsche Welle;Alpine skiing: The raging debate over speed and safety;https://www.dw.com/en/alpine-skiing-the-raging-debate-over-speed-and-safety/a-71585970?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A series of serious crashes and injuries has sparked a debate about safety in alpine ski racing. The talk is about equipment, course layout, and the personal responsibility of the skiers
Deutsche Welle;What to expect at the 2025 Berlinale;https://www.dw.com/en/what-to-expect-at-the-2025-berlinale/a-71554165?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The Berlin International Film Festival kicks off on February 13 with a new Tom Tykwer drama and a tribute to Tilda Swinton, as well as Timothee Chalamet among many other red carpet stars.
Deutsche Welle;STIs in Europe: Gonorrhea and syphilis hit record highs;https://www.dw.com/en/stis-in-europe-gonorrhea-and-syphilis-hit-record-highs/a-71585386?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Sexually transmitted infections are rising in Europe, especially gonorrhea and syphilis, among younger adults. But one STI has seen a huge drop in cases, and scientists don't know why.
Deutsche Welle;Extreme weather has killed almost 800,000 people in 30 years, says report;https://www.dw.com/en/extreme-weather-has-killed-almost-800-000-people-in-30-years-says-report/a-71577036?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Dominica, China and Honduras were the countries most affected by extreme weather, according to the Climate Risk Index.
Deutsche Welle;'Emilia Perez' shows how an Oscar campaign can derail;https://www.dw.com/en/emilia-perez-shows-how-an-oscar-campaign-can-derail
/a-71573694?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A look at the big business behind Academy Awards marketing after offensive social media posts by the film's star, Karla Sofia Gascon, led to Netflix pulling her from its Oscars ad campaign.
Deutsche Welle;Women lead in over half of Hollywood movies for first time;https://www.dw.com/en/women-lead-in-over-half-of-hollywood-movies-for-first-time/a-71578297?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A majority of major movies had female protagonists for the first time in 2024. At the same time, representation of racial minorities saw little improvement.
Deutsche Welle;What to make of Donald Trump's tariffs on steel, aluminum;https://www.dw.com/en/what-to-make-of-donald-trump-s-tariffs-on-steel-aluminum/a-71568328?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Countries targeted by Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum say they are preparing countermeasures to offset the economic damage. DW weighs up the impact of the US president's latest move.
Deutsche Welle;Climate vs. economy: Do German voters need to choose?;https://www.dw.com/en/climate-vs-economy-do-german-voters-need-to-choose/a-71570873?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
In the run-up to Germany's February election, some experts worry climate action is being pitted against the economy. What risks could this have for both? And does it make sense to play them off against each other?
Deutsche Welle;Is US bird flu outbreak in cattle a global risk to humans?;https://www.dw.com/en/is-us-bird-flu-outbreak-in-cattle-a-global-risk-to-humans/a-70988147?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A second subtype of H5 bird flu, known as D1.1, was detected in dairy cattle and infected one worker in the US state of Nevada. Will it spread further among people?
Deutsche Welle;Gaza: The Trump family's Middle East business interests;https://www.dw.com/en/gaza-the-trump-family-s-middle-east-business-interests/a-71564349?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
US President Donald Trump's comments about developing Gaza for real estate purposes are not new. For years, his family has viewed the Middle East as key to its business ambitions.
Deutsche Welle;Breath coaching: The surprising way to find a sporting edge;https://www.dw.com/en/breath-coaching-the-surprising-way-to-find-a-sporting-edge/a-71539787?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
In professional sport, little things can make the difference between winning and losing. Mental and breathing coach Yasin Seiwasser believes in the power of breathing as a way to improve the performance of athletes.
Deutsche Welle;Salman Rushdie attempted murder trial begins;https://www.dw.com/en/salman-rushdie-attempted-murder-trial-begins/a-71561231?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Jurors will be shown photos and videos from the day of the 2022 attack, when a man rushed onstage at a literary conference in New York and attacked acclaimed novelist Salman Rushdie.
Deutsche Welle;Even 'the science' agrees there are more than two genders;https://www.dw.com/en/even-the-science-agrees-there-are-more-than-two-genders/a-57062033?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Germany's conservative candidate for chancellor, Friedrich Merz, said Donald Trump's decision to recognize only two genders made sense to him. But biologically, sex and gender aren't binary issues.
Deutsche Welle;The EU's AI future: Can the bloc compete with China, US?;https://www.dw.com/en/the-eu-s-ai-future-can-the-bloc-compete-with-china-us/a-71543331?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A high-profile summit on artificial intelligence begins Monday in Paris with the aim of creating a framework for the sustainable use of AI. So far, the European Union has struggled to keep up with leaders in the field.
Deutsche Welle;Is the Guelph Treasure Nazi-looted art after all?;https://www.dw.com/en/is-the-guelph-treasure-nazi-looted-art-after-all/a-71541015?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Who owns the Guelph Treasure, worth millions? The question seems open again after new documents raised suspicions of Nazi-looted art. Will it be returned to the Jewish heirs?
Deutsche Welle;Will Donald Trump's tariff gamble pay off?;https://www.dw.com/en/will-donald-trump-s-tariff-gamble-pay-off/a-71493993?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The US president's tariff strategy has so far forced Mexico, Canada, Colombia and Panama to toe the line. But with America's economy and reputation at stake, how long can such a coercive approach work?
Deutsche Welle;Super Bowl LIX — Eagles pull Chiefs apart in dominant win;https://www.dw.com/en/super-bowl-lix-eagles-pull-chiefs-apart-in-dominant-win/live-71554096?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The Philadelphia Eagles put on a dominant display, securing their second Super Bowl title in franchise history. The victory dashed the Chiefs' hopes of becoming the first team to win three years consecutively.
Deutsche Welle;Baltic states finally turn off Russian electricity;https://www.dw.com/en/baltic-states-finally-turn-off-russian-electricity/a-71498635?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia were connected to Russia's grid until Saturday. The transition to electricity from the European Union is another sign of confidence in the EU, turning the page on their Soviet past.
Deutsche Welle;Nazi-looted art: Will arbitration tribunals help with restitution?;https://www.dw.com/en/nazi-looted-art-will-arbitration-tribunals-help-with-restitution/a-71538858?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The outgoing German government wants to change the restitution process for Nazi-looted art. Lawyers, historians and victims' associations have reservations.
Deutsche Welle;Rwanda turning to sport to polish international image;https://www.dw.com/en/rwanda-turning-to-sport-to-polish-international-image/a-71535386?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
A sponsorship deal with Bayern Munich has thrown Rwanda into the international sporting spotlight. The African country is making even bigger waves with its desire to host some of sport's biggest events.
Deutsche Welle;Ebola explained: Symptoms, treatment and vaccines;https://www.dw.com/en/ebola-explained-symptoms-treatment-and-vaccines/a-71524627?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Discovered in 1976, Ebola is rare, deadly and has multiple variants. There is a vaccine for the Zaire type. Now, trials for another strain are underway.
Deutsche Welle;Record hot January despite cooling La Nina effect;https://www.dw.com/en/record-hot-january-despite-cooling-la-nina-effect/a-71255536?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Last month was the hottest January on record, with temperatures 1.75 Celsius above pre-industrial era levels. This comes despite expectations that an emerging La Nina weather pattern could cool global temperatures.
Deutsche Welle;Study finds microplastics in US brains: Are they dangerous?;https://www.dw.com/en/study-finds-microplastics-in-us-brains-are-they-dangerous/a-71521073?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Traces of plastics were found in the brains of 54 people in the US. But experts say too little is known about health effects, or how common microplastics are in the brain.
Deutsche Welle;Earworms: Why that song keeps playing in your head;https://www.dw.com/en/earworms-why-that-song-keeps-playing-in-your-head/a-71346371?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
You got a song stuck in your head? Earworms are music and memory at work. Here's why we get them and how to get rid of them.
Deutsche Welle;Why Bob Marley remains a human rights icon;https://www.dw.com/en/why-bob-marley-remains-a-human-rights-icon/a-68208031?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Bob Marley made reggae famous around the world. The music genre's messages of peace are more important today than ever.
Deutsche Welle;Iraq: UNESCO supports reconstruction of Mosul treasures;https://www.dw.com/en/iraq-unesco-supports-reconstruction-of-mosul-treasures/a-71505694?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
In 2014, the IS terrorist group took control of the Iraqi city of Mosul, systematically destroying its many cultural monuments. Some historic buildings are now opening after reconstruction.
Deutsche Welle;Santorini earthquakes: Could a major seismic event happen?;https://www.dw.com/en/santorini-earthquakes-could-a-major-seismic-event-happen/a-71506006?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Seismic activity near Greek island has prompted evacuations to the mainland, but scientists cannot predict whether these earthquakes will get worse.
Deutsche Welle;Offsetting flights: How can I tell if a carbon credit is legit?;https://www.dw.com/en/offsetting-flights-how-can-i-tell-if-a-carbon-credit-is-legit/a-71477784?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Ever wish you could clean up your carbon footprint from flying? That's what some carbon offset programs promise to help you do, by planting a tree, for instance. But do they work? Here's what to look out for.
Deutsche Welle;US science funding freeze a 'threat to academic freedom';https://www.dw.com/en/us-science-funding-freeze-a-threat-to-academic-freedom/a-71501071?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The administration under US President Donald Trump has paused government funding essential for US research. Scientists are fearful of what this will mean for the future of academic freedom.
Deutsche Welle;India-Germany submarine deal: What does it mean for Russia?;https://www.dw.com/en/india-germany-submarine-deal-what-does-it-mean-for-russia/a-71454656?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Germany's Thyssenkrupp will build six submarines for the Indian Navy along with its Indian partner. However, the deal is not necessarily a sign that New Delhi will end its defense sector dependence on Russia.
Deutsche Welle;Bayern Munich and Rwanda: Why is sponsorship controversial?;https://www.dw.com/en/bayern-munich-and-rwanda-why-is-sponsorship-controversial/a-71494522?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Bayern Munich's sponsorship deal with Rwanda is "blood stained" and must end, according to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The ongoing conflict in eastern Congo has posed serious questions for the Bundesliga club.
Deutsche Welle;Trump's tariffs stoke trade war, inflation fears;https://www.dw.com/en/trump-s-tariffs-stoke-trade-war-inflation-fears/a-71489678?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Donald Trump's new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China have shocked financial markets. Economists say the move has thrown the global trade order into "chaos."
Deutsche Welle;How sabotage on undersea cables affects our digital world;https://www.dw.com/en/how-sabotage-on-undersea-cables-affects-our-digital-world/a-71494600?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Most of the world's data travels via ocean cables, which are at risk of frequent sabotage. DW explains where they lie and how they are protected.
Deutsche Welle;Bill Gates and the image of a 'good billionaire';https://www.dw.com/en/bill-gates-and-the-image-of-a-good-billionaire/a-71436631?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Microsoft founder Bill Gates is publishing his first memoir, "Source Code: My Beginnings." He has spent decades and billions of dollars crafting his image — but his critics remain unimpressed.
Deutsche Welle;Rosa Parks: Icon of US Civil Rights Movement;https://www.dw.com/en/rosa-parks-icon-of-us-civil-rights-movement/a-64532305?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
She stood up for her rights by staying seated. In the 1950s, Rosa Parks gave the US Civil Rights Movement a huge boost, and inspired Martin Luther King Jr.
Deutsche Welle;Former Spanish FA boss Rubiales' Hermoso kiss trial: What you need to know;https://www.dw.com/en/former-spanish-fa-boss-rubiales-hermoso-kiss-trial-what-you-need-to-know/a-71475150?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales is on trial for sexual harassment and coercion, alongside Spain’s ex-coach. Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso in front of millions at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final.
Deutsche Welle;BRICS currency: Is Trump's tariff threat justified?;https://www.dw.com/en/brics-currency-is-trump-s-tariff-threat-justified/a-70934600?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The US president has renewed a 100% tariff threat toward BRICS nations over their alleged attempts to create an alternative world reserve currency. DW examines why they are unhappy with the almighty US dollar.
Deutsche Welle;Is Germany's drinking passion waning?;https://www.dw.com/en/is-germany-s-drinking-passion-waning/a-71326039?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
From Riesling and schnapps to frothing steins of beer, the Germans have long loved alcohol. But they are now drinking less than ever — and not just during Dry January.
Deutsche Welle;US health agency approves brand-new painkiller;https://www.dw.com/en/us-health-agency-approves-brand-new-painkiller/a-71472992?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Suzetrigine (Journavx) is the first non-opioid pain medication to be approved in the US in 20 years. It could help over 80 million Americans living with severe acute pain, while reducing the effects of the opioid crisis.
Deutsche Welle;China scrambles to find Trump antidote in Year of the Snake;https://www.dw.com/en/china-scrambles-to-find-trump-antidote-in-year-of-the-snake/a-71462282?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
As the Year of the Snake has begun in China, the nation's economy faces huge domestic and foreign challenges. Can introspection and resilience, which the Chinese associate with snakes, help weather a perfect storm?
Deutsche Welle;Syria's first female football coach hoping for new era;https://www.dw.com/en/syria-s-first-female-football-coach-hoping-for-new-era/a-71469346?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Maha Janoud spent years working in Syrian football before leaving the country. After the toppling of Bashar Assad, she is hopeful for the future of Syria, its women and women's sports.
Deutsche Welle;Is nature struggling to adapt to milder winters?;https://www.dw.com/en/is-nature-struggling-to-adapt-to-milder-winters/a-71199270?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Whether shedding leaves, flying south or hibernating, every species has its own way of dealing with winter. But as the season gets milder, can they adapt?
Deutsche Welle;Trump tariffs: What do they mean for Mexico and Canada?;https://www.dw.com/en/trump-tariffs-what-do-they-mean-for-mexico-and-canada/a-71436585?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The US president has fired the first salvo of his tariff war, with general levies of 25% on Canada and Mexico and 10% on China. DW examines how the new tariffs will hit North America's integrated supply chain.
Deutsche Welle;Can we fix generative AI's massive energy and water use?;https://www.dw.com/en/can-we-fix-generative-ai-s-massive-energy-and-water-use/a-71459557?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
With new US firm Stargate announcing a half trillion-dollar investment in artificial intelligence, and China's DeepSeek shaking up the industry, what does it all mean for AI's environmental impact?
Deutsche Welle;Borussia Dortmund's new coach: Why Nico Kovac?;https://www.dw.com/en/borussia-dortmund-s-new-coach-why-nico-kovac/a-71457153?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Borussia Dortmund have moved quickly to appoint an eighth coach in the last 10 years. Former Bayern Munich boss, Niko Kovac, is the successor to Nuri Sahin. Does he have what it takes?
Deutsche Welle;Major tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas city area, US;https://www.dw.com/en/major-tuberculosis-outbreak-in-kansas-city-area-us/a-67362148?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
An outbreak of the infectious lung disease TB in Kansas is one of the largest ever recorded in the US. What is TB, and why have cases risen since the COVID-19 pandemic?
Deutsche Welle;Sebastian Coe: Transgender athletes threaten women's sport;https://www.dw.com/en/sebastian-coe-transgender-athletes-threaten-women-s-sport/a-71449394?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Sebastian Coe is hoping to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee. He spoke exclusively with DW about his issue with transgender athletes competing in the female category.
Deutsche Welle;Competitiveness Compass: How EU aims to keep up with the world's top economies;https://www.dw.com/en/competitiveness-compass-how-eu-aims-to-keep-up-with-the-world-s-top-economies/a-71446295?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Brussels has called on EU member states to help revive the bloc's sluggish economies. It laid out a Competitiveness Compass with policies to boost growth. Can the plan make Europe fit for competing with China and the US?
Deutsche Welle;German rugby aims to punch ticket to first World Cup;https://www.dw.com/en/german-rugby-aims-to-punch-ticket-to-first-world-cup/a-71435184?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Germany's men have a chance to make rugby history in 2025. A strong outing at the European championship could see them qualify for the World Cup in two years' time.
Deutsche Welle;German ice hockey player Tobias Eder dies of cancer;https://www.dw.com/en/german-ice-hockey-player-tobias-eder-dies-of-cancer/a-71447181?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The German ice hockey community is mourning the death of national team player Tobias Eder. The 26-year-old had been diagnosed with cancer just last summer.
Deutsche Welle;A cure for HIV: 'One of the hardest goals in science';https://www.dw.com/en/a-cure-for-hiv-one-of-the-hardest-goals-in-science/a-71445979?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Curing HIV will be harder than curing cancer. Apart from a few 'miracle' cases, antiretrovirals only suppress HIV, they don't kill it. But new research is promising.
Deutsche Welle;What are the La Nina and El Nino climate phenomena?;https://www.dw.com/en/what-are-the-la-nina-and-el-nino-climate-phenomena/a-68772863?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Meteorologists say a weak La Nina weather event has arrived but will bring fewer storms than usual. Here's how the Pacific El Nino and La Nina weather phases can influence extreme weather globally.
Deutsche Welle;India Maha Kumbh stampede: Why these crowd events happen;https://www.dw.com/en/india-maha-kumbh-stampede-why-these-crowd-events-happen/a-63617455?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
Early reports suggested at least seven people had died, perhaps more, in a stampede at a Hindu gathering in the city of Prayagraj. Researchers in Germany have tried to explain such events since a tragedy here in 2010.
Deutsche Welle;LA wildfires: Did climate change make them worse?;https://www.dw.com/en/la-wildfires-did-climate-change-make-them-worse/a-71436486?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2025-02-26 02:00:04
The extremely hot, dry and windy conditions that drove the destructive LA fires were likely due to global heating, a new weather attribution study has found. Hotter temperatures will further amplify wildfire damage.
TASS;Kremlin refuses to comment on Zelensky’s plans to sign rare-earth deal with US;https://tass.com/politics/1919223;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:54:19 +0300
"We have only heard that Zelensky reportedly plans to travel to Washington on Friday, and attempts are likely to be made to prepare a substantive agenda for his visit," Dmitry Peskov pointed out
TASS;Sales of wine from Latin America, South Africa in Russia nearly double in 2024;https://tass.com/economy/1919221;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:46:20 +0300
Chile surpassed France in the top five exporters of still wine in the reporting period, while South Africa was ranked sixth in terms of imports, which are still growing, outpacing Germany, Abkhazia, and France
TASS;Kremlin not discussing lifting moratorium on death penalty — presidential spokesman;https://tass.com/politics/1919217;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:44:42 +0300
Russian Constitutional Court Chairman Valery Zorkin said earlier that the death penalty could be reinstated in Russia only if a new constitution was adopted
TASS;No new details about future Putin-Trump meeting yet — Kremlin;https://tass.com/politics/1919215;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:42:50 +0300
Dmitry Peskov emphasized that "there is currently a step-by-step implementation of the agreements reached by both heads of state and the high-level delegation during the talks in Riyadh"
TASS;Loading by CPC from marine terminal for export totals 9.8 mln tons of oil year-to-date;https://tass.com/economy/1919211;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:41:36 +0300
Loading by CPC from its marine terminal near Novorossiysk for export slipped by 0.7% in 2024 to 63.01 mln tons of oil
TASS;Emir of Qatar says plans to visit Russia on April 17;https://tass.com/world/1919213;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:40:52 +0300
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov conveyed greetings from Russian President Vladimir Putin to the emir and said that Moscow is looking forward to his visit
TASS;Research says 59% of Russians opt for local analogues of foreign brands;https://tass.com/society/1919195;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:25:38 +0300
The majority, or 84% of the Russian consumers agree that domestic brands have at least partially been able to replace the brands that left the country
TASS;Trump’s plan gives Ukraine no guarantees for help if hostilities resume — WSJ;https://tass.com/world/1919173;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:14:08 +0300
The article notes that French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer are attempting to sway Donald Trump to change the US stance regarding Ukraine
TASS;Deputy head of Moldova’s autonomous region says he was detained on PM’s orders;https://tass.com/world/1919169;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 12:05:14 +0300
Gagauzia’s head Evghenia Gutsul condemned Victor Petrov’s detention as an act of political terrorism by the Moldovan authorities
TASS;Zelensky offers Europe to 'buy' war Washington refused — Medvedchuk;https://tass.com/world/1919167;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:58:28 +0300
Leader of the Other Ukraine movement added that the new Washington administration had not just refused to "purchase the war," but saw it as a scam that European politicians had not yet "seen through"
TASS;Russian senate speaker emphasizes importance of security guarantees treaty with Belarus;https://tass.com/politics/1919163;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:51:15 +0300
Valentina Matviyenko added that a lot of work had been done to prepare and finalize the treaty
TASS;FACTBOX: Largest drone assault on Russian regions since start of 2025;https://tass.com/politics/1919159;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:49:05 +0300
The Russian Defense Ministry stated that 128 Ukrainian drones were destroyed overnight in Russian regions
TASS;Housing construction in Arctic grows by 40% due to mortgage incentives;https://tass.com/economy/1919157;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:48:46 +0300
According to Russia's Minister for Development of the Far East and Arctic Alexey Chekunov, the growing construction industry is important in light of the large-scale work to start implementation of master plans to develop cities in the Russian Arctic, to develop Arctic backbone settlements
TASS;Russian Arctic National Park to make replica of ancient Pomors boat from Novaya Zemlya;https://tass.com/economy/1919155;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:45:03 +0300
For several years, specialists had to wait for the artifact to be transported from Novaya Zemlya, and finally the Arctic Floating University expedition delivered the boat in 2022
TASS;Number of tourists to Novaya Zemlya may grow with developed air routes;https://tass.com/economy/1919153;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:43:01 +0300
Available flights would mean longer tourist seasons, he added Russian Arctic National Park's Director Alexander Kirilov added
TASS;Yakutia opens biggest trade and logistics center in Arctic district;https://tass.com/economy/1919151;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:41:18 +0300
According to Yakutia's Governor Aisen Nikolaev, the two-storey complex houses warehouses and retail premises, equipped for safe storage and sale of products
TASS;Russia’s upper house ratifies security pact with Belarus;https://tass.com/politics/1919147;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:35:15 +0300
Under the Treaty, the parties undertake to support each other with all methods and means agreed upon and permitted by international law
TASS;Paris, Berlin, London prepared to send troops to Ukraine — French minister;https://tass.com/world/1919143;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:31:52 +0300
"Those troops will arrive after the ceasefire in order to guarantee that the ceasefire is respected," Finance Minister Eric Lombard added
TASS;Bruise on Trump’s hand due to constant handshaking — White House spokeswoman;https://tass.com/world/1919137;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:25:01 +0300
Karoline Leavitt said that Donald Trump’s commitment to his responsibilities is unwavering
TASS;Russian senator reiterates impossibility of death penalty under current constitution;https://tass.com/politics/1919135;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:15:49 +0300
"The position of Russia’s Constitutional Court on this issue has also remained the same," Andrey Klishas said
TASS;Poll reveals almost half of Russians support reinstating death penalty;https://tass.com/society/1919131;Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:03:58 +0300
A total of 73% of respondents state that the issue of the death penalty remains important