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The Hindu;Even those who were not very impressed with Mahayuti’s performance voted for it;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/even-those-who-were-not-very-impressed-with-mahayutis-performance-voted-for-it/article68908116.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:52:58 +0530
Even among those who were ‘somewhat dissatisfied’ with the performance of the government, at least one-third still voted for the Mahayuti
The Hindu;Bihar a failed state: Prashant Kishor tells Bihari diaspora in U.S.;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/bihar/bihar-a-failed-state-prashant-kishor-tells-bihari-diaspora-in-us/article68908144.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:44:54 +0530
He said the biggest challenge is that society has become "hopeless" about improving the situation of Bihar
The Hindu;Ukraine shows fragments of new Russian missile after 'Oreshnik' strike;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/ukraine-shows-fragments-of-new-russian-missile-after-oreshnik-strike/article68908126.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:26:44 +0530
Oleg, one of its investigators, said that investigators are examining the fragments and will later "provide answers" on the characteristics of the missile
The Hindu;Lakkundi’s ancient relics get a new lease of life as Tourism Minister and officials take up door-to-door visit to collect them for restoration;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/lakkundis-ancient-relics-get-a-new-lease-of-life-as-tourism-minister-and-officials-take-up-door-to-door-visit-to-collect-them-for-restoration/article68906086.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:05:00 +0530
The Hindu;Sambhal mosque survey violence: Death toll rises to five; FIR registered against MP Zia-ur-Rehman Barq, SP MLA’s son;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/sambhal-mosque-survey-clash-internet-suspended-in-tehsil-schools-shut-after-violence-kills-3-injures-20-cops/article68908112.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:48:25 +0530
Violence broke out in the district on Sunday as protesters opposing the survey of Sambhal’s Jama Masjid clashed with security personnel
The Hindu;Morning Digest: Mahayuti yet to take a call on new Maharashtra Chief Minister; U.S. agency conducting due diligence on Adani’s Sri Lanka project, and more;https://www.thehindu.com/news/morning-digest-november-25-2024/article68907160.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:28:03 +0530
Here is a select list of stories to start the day.
The Hindu;Rudra Raju demands JPC probe into bribery charges against Adani;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/rudra-raju-demands-jpc-probe-into-bribery-charges-against-adani/article68905657.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:40:00 +0530
APCC former president questions silence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue
The Hindu;Raghavulu writes to Chief Minister on Veligonda project;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Vijayawada/raghavulu-writes-to-chief-minister-on-veligonda-project/article68905756.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:20:00 +0530
A team of experts should be appointed to monitor the progress. To achieve this, the government is requested to complete the compensation payments to the displaced families.
The Hindu;Bus crash in eastern Brazil leaves 23 dead;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/several-killed-in-bus-crash-in-brazil/article68907394.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 04:15:49 +0530
Rescue services confirmed that 22 died at the scene and another person — a pregnant woman — succumbed after being taken to hospital, the Alagoas State government said
The Hindu;Protest planned against ‘anti-farmer, anti-worker’ policies of Centre on November 26;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Vijayawada/protest-planned-against-anti-farmer-anti-worker-policies-of-centre-on-november-26/article68906490.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0530
The Hindu;Activists urge TDP, JSP to oppose Waqf Amendment Bill;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Vijayawada/activists-urge-tdp-jsp-to-oppose-waqf-amendment-bill/article68906120.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 03:40:00 +0530
Communist Party of India (CPI) State secretary K. Ramakrishna said that the proposed bill was a threat to democracy
The Hindu;BJP builds a broad caste coalition, garnering Maratha and OBC votes;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-bjp-builds-a-broad-caste-coalition-garnering-maratha-and-obc-votes/article68905681.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:51:07 +0530
Trends of caste-community voting in this election are in a sense a continuation of the process that started with the election of 2014
The Hindu;Main suspect in Delhi Police constable murder case killed in encounter;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/main-suspect-in-delhi-police-constable-murder-case-killed-in-encounter/article68906832.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:46:13 +0530
The prime accused, Raghav alias Rocky, 20, was killed in an encounter in south-east Delhi’s Sangam Vihar on Sunday, the police said.
The Hindu;Maharashtra Assembly Elections 2024: CSDS-Lokniti Survey;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/maharashtra-assembly-elections-2024-csds-lokniti-survey/article68907257.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:45:42 +0530
The voters’ favourable assessment of the incumbent government, Narendra Modi’s leadership, and the Mahayuti’s appeal for Hindu unity helped the alliance retain power.
The Hindu;Women sided with Mahayuti for Ladki Bahin Yojana’s monthly dole;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-women-sided-with-mahayuti-for-ladki-bahin-yojanas-monthly-dole/article68905679.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:30:02 +0530
The support to the ruling alliance is even higher among rural women and those who applied to avail the scheme
The Hindu;Digital and door-to-door campaigns, along with late deciders, shaped outcomes;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-digital-and-door-to-door-campaigns-along-with-late-deciders-shaped-outcomes/article68905677.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:02:22 +0530
A closer analysis reveals that the Mahayuti alliance outperformed the MVA by securing support from half of late deciders and also among those voters who decided during the campaign
The Hindu;Noida woman duped of ₹34 lakh, gets fake ED notices in case of 'digital arrest';https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/noida-woman-duped-of-34-lakh-gets-fake-ed-notices-in-case-of-digital-arrest/article68907217.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 02:00:00 +0530
According to the complaint of Nidhi Paliwal, a resident of Sector-41, the fraudsters sent her a complaint via WhatsApp and asked her to send ₹34 lakh
The Hindu;‘Kandakarnan Thira’ performed in Kozhikode;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/kozhikode/kandakarnan-thira-performed/article68906772.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:51:00 +0530
The Hindu;Mahayuti reaps the benefits of Centre’s schemes for farmers;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-mahayuti-reaps-the-benefits-of-centres-schemes-for-farmers/article68905678.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:49:00 +0530
Despite the prevailing agrarian crisis in Maharashtra, a large population of farmers still opted for the ruling coalition thanks to schemes such as PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi, Fasal Bima Yojana, Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana, and Shetkari Sanman Yojana
The Hindu;Passengers upset as deadline for dredging premises of Mattancherry boat jetty ends;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Kochi/passengers-upset-as-deadline-for-dredging-premises-of-mattancherry-boat-jetty-ends/article68906979.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:48:30 +0530
Passengers’ association to approach State Human Rights Commission and Kerala High Court
The Hindu;Mundka will soon get India’s biggest sports university: Kejriwal;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/mundka-will-soon-get-indias-biggest-sports-university-kejriwal/article68906924.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:36:03 +0530
The Hindu;DUSU elections: counting today; candidates told to keep celebrations low-key;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/dusu-elections-counting-today-candidates-told-to-keep-celebrations-low-key/article68906903.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:32:52 +0530
Nominees submit affidavits pledging to refrain from using dhols, loudspeakers to celebrate win; roadshows, rallies also prohibited; violation of conditions to attract cancellation of candidature
The Hindu;Cong promises street vending zones, flats to slum dwellers;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/cong-promises-street-vending-zones-flats-to-slum-dwellers/article68906950.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:31:22 +0530
The Hindu;Pakistan Minister vows to 'protect Islamabad' as Imran Khan's supporters march towards capital to stage protest;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/pakistan-minister-vows-to-protect-islamabad-as-imran-khans-supporters-march-towards-capital-to-stage-protest/article68907216.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:30:30 +0530
Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi criticised the timing of the protest, saying the protestors were using the same route through which the visiting delegation of Belarus was supposed to pass.
The Hindu;Delhi: Air quality improves but is still 10 times safe limit;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/delhi-air-quality-improves-but-is-still-10-times-safe-limit/article68906085.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:30:14 +0530
The Hindu;Amid weak execution, welfare may not have influenced Maharashtra vote;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/amid-weak-execution-welfare-may-not-have-influenced-maharashtra-vote/article68905675.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:19:46 +0530
State-level welfare initiatives have performed unevenly, with the Central government schemes reaching slightly higher number of beneficiaries.
The Hindu;For construction workers in Delhi, survival matters more than air pollution;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/for-construction-workers-in-delhi-survival-matters-more-than-air-pollution/article68906100.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:18:04 +0530
Several workers have been staying inside an enclosure at an under-construction residential building in Kailash Colony in south Delhi, covered on all sides with temporary tin walls.
The Hindu;National vs State-level choices: the role of leadership in alliance politics;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-national-vs-state-level-choices-the-role-of-leadership-in-alliance-politics/article68905672.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:11:09 +0530
Prime Minister Modi’s role in boosting the Mahayuti performance was evident in over one-third of the respondents mentioning the Prime Minister as an important influence in their voting decision. Close to two of every 10 mentioned Rahul Gandhi as the national leader who influenced their voting choice.
The Hindu;Heritage walk held in Ernakulam;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/heritage-walk-held-in-ernakulam/article68906208.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:07:03 +0530
The Hindu;Violence against doctors: IMA chief criticises National Task Force recommendations, says they are out of touch with reality;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/ima-chief-calls-for-central-law-to-protect-doctors-criticises-ntf-recommendations/article68905323.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:04:12 +0530
While violence is a complex issue that cannot be fully addressed by legislation, a Central law would signal to doctors nationwide that the government stands by them, V. Asokan, president of the Indian Medical Association has said
The Hindu;Are voters swayed by the concept of ‘double-engine government’ in elections?;https://www.thehindu.com/elections/maharashtra-assembly/csds-lokniti-survey-are-voters-swayed-by-the-concept-of-double-engine-government-in-elections/article68905667.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 01:02:34 +0530
What worked in favour of the Mahayuti is a very strong tilt of those voters who support the ‘double-engine government’ idea
The Hindu;U.S. agency conducting due diligence on Adani's Sri Lanka project, Bloomberg reports;https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-agency-conducting-due-diligence-on-adanis-sri-lanka-project-bloomberg-reports/article68907169.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:46:59 +0530
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation has not reached a final agreement on the loan, an official with the agency said in an email
The Hindu;Judicial inquiry conducted into death of man taken for police questioning in Pudukkottai;https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Tiruchirapalli/judicial-inquiry-conducted-into-death-of-man-taken-for-police-questioning-in-pudukkottai/article68905630.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:46:01 +0530
The Hindu;Art and language have the power to defeat threats to Tamil culture, says CM Stalin;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/art-and-language-have-the-power-to-defeat-threats-to-tamil-culture-says-stalin/article68906063.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:44:28 +0530
The Hindu;Claims of professional tax levied on handloom units untrue, says R. Gandhi;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/claims-of-professional-tax-levied-on-handloom-units-untrue-says-r-gandhi/article68905467.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:43:34 +0530
The Hindu;DMK, AIADMK cannot win without allies’ support: CPI(M);https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/dmk-aiadmk-cannot-win-without-allies-support-cpim/article68905687.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:42:33 +0530
The Hindu;Rachakonda police impose restrictions for TGPSC exams;https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/rachakonda-police-impose-restrictions-for-tgpsc-exams/article68906159.ece;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:37:59 +0530
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong may use drones to enforce worksite safety from next year amid fatalities;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/3288036/hong-kong-may-use-drones-enforce-worksite-safety-next-year-amid-fatalities?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:03:55 +0800
Labour authorities ‘looking into’ drone fleet for inspecting worksites, after 11 industrial accident deaths in first half of the year.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong to unveil next level creative industry blueprint as soon as Tuesday;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3288002/hong-kong-unveil-blueprint-taking-creative-industries-next-level-soon-tuesday?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:00:28 +0800
Road map is part of city’s efforts to create new economic drivers while offering more opportunities in professions popular among young people.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong woman, 60, loses HK$11.5 million to scammers posing as police, tech support;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3287995/hong-kong-woman-60-loses-hk115-million-scammers-posing-police-tech-support?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:29:15 +0800
‘Tech support’ claimed victim’s computer was hacked before transferring her to another scammer posing as policeman, insider says.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong’s CLP Power to probe voltage dip after residents left stuck in lifts;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3287994/hong-kongs-clp-power-probe-voltage-dip-after-residents-left-stuck-lifts?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:20:04 +0800
CLP Power confirms 132,000-volt power grid connecting Ma On Shan to Sha Tin experienced voltage dip for 0.1 seconds on Monday morning.
South China Morning Post;China hits jackpot with gold reserves, Japan’s first kiss rate: 5 weekend reads you missed;https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3287951/china-hits-jackpot-gold-reserves-japans-first-kiss-rate-5-weekend-reads-you-missed?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:15:07 +0800
From China discovering gold reserves to Japan’s youth kissing less, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong elderly residents urged to prep for winter as cold front set to hit city;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3287973/temperatures-drop-cold-front-set-hit-hong-kong-around-midnight?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:08:50 +0800
‘Temperatures will fall progressively over coast of Guangdong in next couple of days, and weather will become fine and dry,’ Observatory says.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong airport boosts efforts to lure foreign airlines as it waits on Cathay;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3287940/hong-kong-airport-boosts-efforts-lure-foreign-airlines-it-waits-cathay?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:10 +0800
Airport Authority is doing all it can to fill extra capacity created by soon-to-debut three-runway system, acting CEO Vivian Cheung says.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai failed to get Pence, Pompeo to subscribe to Apple Daily;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3287944/hong-kongs-jimmy-lai-back-witness-box-fourth-day-trial?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:15:10 +0800
Lai was told top US officials had security protocols preventing them from officially subscribing to app, and he confirms none ever did.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong studio to draw on panda economy with new character IP;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3287936/hong-kong-studio-draw-panda-economy-new-character-ip?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:00:39 +0800
AllRightsReserved says IP for pandas will be made freely available to Ocean Park and city government, but others will have to pay for rights.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong rental yields hit 12.5-year high on talent-scheme influx, lower rates;https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3287897/hong-kong-rental-yields-hit-125-year-high-talent-scheme-influx-lower-rates?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:30:18 +0800
Analysts expect momentum to improve further in 2025 as more professionals enter the city and people keep putting off home purchases.
South China Morning Post;Hong Kong’s public transport subsidies should be tied to green investment;https://www.scmp.com/opinion/hong-kong-opinion/article/3287724/hong-kongs-public-transport-subsidies-should-be-tied-green-investment?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:30:10 +0800
Pushing public transport operators to embrace green energy faster could accelerate the city’s progress towards its carbon neutrality goals.
South China Morning Post;‘Sense of crisis’ fuels Hong Kong airport’s bid to be competitive ‘landmark’;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3287938/sense-crisis-fuels-hong-kong-airports-bid-be-competitive-landmark?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:30:19 +0800
Airport City will become destination drawing tourists and investors to Hong Kong, acting CEO of Airport Authority says.
South China Morning Post;HKUST can draw talent to Hong Kong for third medical school despite inexperience: adviser;https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3287904/hkust-can-draw-talent-hong-kong-third-medical-school-despite-inexperience-adviser?utm_source=rss_feed;Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:30:21 +0800
Ex-Hospital Authority chairman Leong Che-hung says university’s strong research background in life sciences and AI also gives it competitive edge.
Deutsche Welle;Germany records rise in violence against women;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-records-rise-in-violence-against-women/a-70647309?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
A woman is killed by a partner or former partner nearly every two days in Germany. Activists have called on the government to do more to end violence against women.
Deutsche Welle;Romania set for right-wing runoff after PM eliminated;https://www.dw.com/en/romania-set-for-right-wing-runoff-after-pm-eliminated/a-70869427?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The runoff vote in Romania's presidential election will be contested by the center right and far right after social democratic Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu was beaten into third place.
Deutsche Welle;'Do They Know It's Christmas?': Band Aid benefit hit making waves, 40 years on;https://www.dw.com/en/do-they-know-it-s-christmas-band-aid-benefit-hit-making-waves-40-years-on/a-70844078?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Bob Geldof's charity hit was first recorded in 1984. New versions have marked various anniversaries, but now Ed Sheeran and others are distancing themselves from the song.
Deutsche Welle;Lithuania: DHL freight plane crashes near Vilnius airport;https://www.dw.com/en/lithuania-dhl-freight-plane-crashes-near-vilnius-airport/a-70875160?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The aircraft, which had departed from the German city of Leipzig, crashed near Vilnius International Airport. One person on board was killed, while the three others were injured.
Deutsche Welle;Taiwan reports Chinese balloon near island;https://www.dw.com/en/taiwan-reports-chinese-balloon-near-island/a-70875145?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Taiwan's defense ministry said it spotted a Chinese balloon over the waters to the island's north. It is the first such incident since April.
Deutsche Welle;Can a global treaty clean up the plastics mess?;https://www.dw.com/en/can-a-global-treaty-clean-up-the-plastics-mess/a-70835827?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The final round of negotiations taking place in South Korea for a worldwide plastics treaty will look to rapidly cut surging plastic pollution. But oil and gas interests could scupper a deal.
Deutsche Welle;Immigrants and recruiters get together at Berlin job fair;https://www.dw.com/en/immigrants-and-recruiters-get-together-at-berlin-job-fair/a-70863916?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Germany has over two million refugees and a job market in need of new recruits. So how come it's so difficult to get the two together? A job fair in Berlin tried to close that gap.
Deutsche Welle;Germany: SPD to nominate Scholz as chancellor candidate;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-spd-to-nominate-scholz-as-chancellor-candidate/a-70875174?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
After two weeks of internal wrangling, Germany's SPD is set to nominate incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz as the party's lead candidate in February's federal election.
Deutsche Welle;Uruguay election: Left-wing candidate Orsi wins presidency;https://www.dw.com/en/uruguay-election-left-wing-candidate-orsi-wins-presidency/a-70874926?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The candidate for the ruling center-right government, Alvaro Delgado, conceded defeat to his left-wing rival Yamandu Orsi following a tight race. Orsi is a political heir to former leftist President Jose Mujica.
Deutsche Welle;Pakistan: Thousands of Khan supporters reportedly arrested;https://www.dw.com/en/pakistan-thousands-of-khan-supporters-reportedly-arrested/a-70870360?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Police have reportedly arrested thousands of supporters of Imran Khan ahead of a rally in the capital Islamabad. Authorities blocked main routes leading to the capital in a bid to stop supporters from rallying.
Deutsche Welle;Middle East: Hezbollah fires barrage of projectiles into Israel;https://www.dw.com/en/middle-east-hezbollah-fires-barrage-of-projectiles-into-israel/live-70869135?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
It was one of the largest attacks Hezbollah has launched against Israel, with some rockets reaching Tel Aviv. Follow DW for more.
Deutsche Welle;Unidentified drones seen over British airbases says US Air Force;https://www.dw.com/en/unidentified-drones-seen-over-british-airbases-says-us-air-force/a-70873025?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The unidentified drones were spotted over three air bases in the UK according to the USAF. Its not clear whether the drones had any hostile intent.
Deutsche Welle;Eurovision 2025: Basel votes yes to funding song contest;https://www.dw.com/en/eurovision-2025-basel-votes-yes-to-funding-song-contest/a-70872838?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The Swiss city is expected to finance next year's song contest, despite skepticism from conservatives. The Alpine country will host the event after Swiss artist Nemo won Eurovision this year with "The Code."
Deutsche Welle;Volkswagen stands by German factory closure plan;https://www.dw.com/en/volkswagen-stands-by-german-factory-closure-plan/a-70871603?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Volkswagen executive Thomas Schäfer said the company needs to adjust to "new realities" as it intends to shut down German factories and cut jobs. The IG Metall trade union is set to strike next month over the plan.
Deutsche Welle;Why militarist leaders dominate Southeast Asia's politics;https://www.dw.com/en/why-militarist-leaders-dominate-southeast-asia-s-politics/a-70830831?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Nearly half of Southeast Asian countries are now governed by former military generals or military regimes, a concerning trend for democracy and human rights in the region, experts say.
Deutsche Welle;F1: Max Verstappen wins fourth straight title;https://www.dw.com/en/f1-max-verstappen-wins-fourth-straight-title/a-70871717?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Dutch driver Max Verstappen claimed a fourth straight F1 title in Las Vegas despite not winning the race. The Red Bull man has had to overcome more difficulties last year than in previous wins.
Deutsche Welle;World Chess Championship: Can Ding stop Gukesh?;https://www.dw.com/en/world-chess-championship-can-ding-stop-gukesh/a-70857261?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
At the World Chess Championship, defending champion Ding Liren from China duels with Dommaraju Gukesh from India. For the first time, the men's title fight is an all-Asian affair.
Deutsche Welle;Ukraine updates: France backs longer-range missile use;https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-france-backs-longer-range-missile-use/live-70870234?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
France's foreign minister said Ukraine could fire French longer-range missiles into Russia in self-defense. Meanwhile, Ukraine repelled Russian drones fired at Kyiv and other cities in an overnight attack. DW has more.
Deutsche Welle;Asia's chronic air pollution has chronic health costs;https://www.dw.com/en/asia-s-chronic-air-pollution-has-chronic-health-costs/a-70859534?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Exposure to air pollution from childhood increases the risk of poor health and can cause strokes and lead to cancer. Yet some governments in Asia are still failing to meet clean-air targets.
Deutsche Welle;CDU's Friedrich Merz aims to become Germany's chancellor;https://www.dw.com/en/cdu-s-friedrich-merz-aims-to-become-germany-s-chancellor/a-70845544?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Friedrich Merz has long been a beacon of hope for the conservative Christian Democrats. He now wants to unseat Chancellor Olaf Scholz and take over as Germany's leader.
Deutsche Welle;What COP29 funding deal reveals about global climate action;https://www.dw.com/en/what-cop29-funding-deal-reveals-about-global-climate-action/a-70863327?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Countries agreed to "at least" $300 billion in climate funding at the COP29 UN climate summit. The deal came after two weeks of tense negotiations that highlighted sharp divides between rich and poorer nations.
Deutsche Welle;COP29: World agrees to $300bn deal for developing countries;https://www.dw.com/en/cop29-world-agrees-to-300bn-deal-for-developing-countries/a-70865529?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The final deal, agreed in Azerbaijan, will see developed countries pay $300 billion a year by 2035 to help poorer countries mitigate the impact of climate change.
Deutsche Welle;Why Romania's election marathon is important for EU, Ukraine;https://www.dw.com/en/why-romania-s-election-marathon-is-important-for-eu-ukraine/a-70859925?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Romanians went to the polls for the first in a succession of elections. Anti-reform and anti-EU candidates and parties were previously expected to poll well in the presidential and parliamentary elections.
Deutsche Welle;German leaders denounce US artist's fiery Israel speech;https://www.dw.com/en/german-leaders-denounce-us-artist-s-fiery-israel-speech/a-70868531?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Photographer Nan Goldin denounced what she called Israel's "genocide in Gaza and Lebanon." She was in Berlin for the opening of a retrospective about her life's work.
Deutsche Welle;Russia offers debt relief to recruits for Ukraine war;https://www.dw.com/en/russia-offers-debt-relief-to-recruits-for-ukraine-war/a-70868761?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Russia is seeking new ways to recruit fighters for the ongoing conflict that has lasted nearly three years and impacted troop levels.
Deutsche Welle;Germany's conservatives want to cut benefits for Ukrainians;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-s-conservatives-want-to-cut-benefits-for-ukrainians/a-70844203?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Germany's CDU, currently favorites to lead the next German government, wants to cut unemployment benefits for Ukrainian war refugees, on the grounds that it discourages them from finding work.
Deutsche Welle;Storm Bert wreaks havoc across UK and Ireland;https://www.dw.com/en/storm-bert-wreaks-havoc-across-uk-and-ireland/a-70867645?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
One person died as snow, rain and strong winds hit Britain, closing several roads, bridges and railway lines. The storm also caused floods in Ireland, cutting power to tens of thousands.
Deutsche Welle;Gisele Pelicot's final testimony: 'Shame must change sides';https://www.dw.com/en/gisele-pelicot-s-final-testimony-shame-must-change-sides/a-70867578?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The trial of the 51 men accused of raping Gisele Pelicot in France has entered its final phase. A report from the courtroom where the rape survivor declared war on a society that trivializes rape and shames survivors.
Deutsche Welle;Harry Kane: Breaking Bundesliga records despite critics;https://www.dw.com/en/harry-kane-breaking-bundesliga-records-despite-critics/a-70867647?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has become the fastest man to reach 50 Bundesliga goals, surpassing Erling Haaland. Nevertheless, the England captain's stock at home seems to be falling.
Deutsche Welle;COP29: Climate-vulnerable nations walk out of overtime talks;https://www.dw.com/en/cop29-climate-vulnerable-nations-walk-out-of-overtime-talks/a-70866984?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Negotiators from small island and least-developed nations have staged a walkout at consultations in Azerbaijan, pushing the UN climate negotiations to the brink of collapse.
Deutsche Welle;Iran alarmed by treatment of students at Russian university;https://www.dw.com/en/iran-alarmed-by-treatment-of-students-at-russian-university/a-70866504?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Iranian students are reported to have been beaten at the Kazan Federal University in Russia. Iran and Russia have close defense and economic ties, with Iranian drones being used by Russia during its invasion of Ukraine.
Deutsche Welle;Czech Republic raises pensions for former dissidents;https://www.dw.com/en/czech-republic-raises-pensions-for-former-dissidents/a-70835030?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Thirty-five years after the end of Communist Party rule in what was then Czechoslovakia, the government has increased the pensions of former dissidents and cut those of former regime officials.
Deutsche Welle;NATO chief Rutte talks security with Trump in Florida;https://www.dw.com/en/nato-chief-rutte-talks-security-with-trump-in-florida/a-70866028?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte earlier expressed willingness to meet Donald Trump at his Florida estate. President-elect Trump is expected to again push NATO members to ramp up defense expenditures in his second term.
Deutsche Welle;Life under occupation: 'Russians say they came to liberate';https://www.dw.com/en/life-under-occupation-russians-say-they-came-to-liberate/a-70864867?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
A single open border crossing from Belarus allows Ukrainians in Russian-occupied areas access to the rest of the country. DW went to the border to hear the travelers' stories.
Deutsche Welle;German populists' rise concerns EU parliament head;https://www.dw.com/en/german-populists-rise-concerns-eu-parliament-head/a-70865525?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said the results of the upcoming German snap elections would be a "litmus test for all of Europe" as the far-right AfD and left-wing, anti-migrant BSW gain in opinion polls.
Deutsche Welle;Decreased Amazon deforestation decreases hospitalizations;https://www.dw.com/en/decreased-amazon-deforestation-decreases-hospitalizations/a-70845382?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Policy changes that have disincentivized deforestation of the Amazon for agriculture in Brazil are credited with reducing hospitalizations and wildfire deaths by the thousands.
Deutsche Welle;Turkey fires pro-Kurdish mayors, citing 'terrorism';https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-fires-pro-kurdish-mayors-citing-terrorism/a-70865156?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The mayors of two towns in eastern Turkey were jailed for links to a banned Kurdish militant group. While Ankara says it must maintain security, President Erdogan's critics say the firings undermined democracy,
Deutsche Welle;Will EU finally rein in Chinese online retailer Temu?;https://www.dw.com/en/will-eu-finally-rein-in-chinese-online-retailer-temu/a-70852973?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The EU is investigating the Chinese shopping app over suspicions it's failing to protect customers. Coming under the bloc's Digital Services Act, can the probe slow Temu's race to the top of online shopping?
Deutsche Welle;Nordic countries ramping up civil defense amid Ukraine war;https://www.dw.com/en/nordic-countries-ramping-up-civil-defense-amid-ukraine-war/a-70862261?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
As Russia's war in Ukraine continues, Sweden, Finland and Norway have all updated emergency preparedness guidelines. Though the instructions aren't new, the feeling of an impending threat is in some places.
Deutsche Welle;MMA fighter Conor McGregor to pay damages for assault;https://www.dw.com/en/mma-fighter-conor-mcgregor-to-pay-damages-for-assault/a-70864162?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
A jury in Ireland ordered MMA fighter Conor McGregor to pay nearly €250,000 to a woman after she filed a lawsuit arguing McGregor assaulted her in 2018.
Deutsche Welle;Would Benjamin Netanyahu be arrested in Germany?;https://www.dw.com/en/would-benjamin-netanyahu-be-arrested-in-germany/a-70863500?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Germany says it is "examining" its possible response to the ICC arrest warrant against Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Germany supports the ICC, but is also committed to its special relationship with Israel.
Deutsche Welle;Germany: Bosch to cut 5,000 jobs with car industry in crisis;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-bosch-to-cut-5-000-jobs-with-car-industry-in-crisis/a-70862628?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The car parts manufacturer said some 3,800 of the layoffs are to be made in Germany. Bosch and other German firms are pushing to reduce costs in order to stay competitive in the international market.
Deutsche Welle;Latest COP29 draft text called a "slap in the face" for developing countries;https://www.dw.com/en/latest-cop29-draft-text-called-a-slap-in-the-face-for-developing-countries/a-70857841?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
On the last day of the climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, a second draft agreement puts a number to crucial climate finance goal for the first time.
Deutsche Welle;Bombs in Lebanon ending lives, dreams and football;https://www.dw.com/en/bombs-in-lebanon-ending-lives-dreams-and-football/a-70855282?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Footballers across Lebanon are hoping national player Celine Haidar recovers after she was wounded in an Israeli attack on Beirut.
Deutsche Welle;Hybrid warfare on the seabed?;https://www.dw.com/en/hybrid-warfare-on-the-seabed/a-70853706?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Two communications cables in the Baltic Sea have been cut in quick succession. Investigators suspect sabotage. It wouldn't be the first time the region was targeted. How dangerous are attacks on critical infrastructure?
Deutsche Welle;Germany begins major reform of its hospital sector;https://www.dw.com/en/germany-begins-major-reform-of-its-hospital-sector/a-69236520?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The German parliament has passed a law aiming to reorganize the health sector, slashing the number of hospitals, boosting clinics and digitalizing bureaucracy. Health Minister Karl Lauterbach called it a "revolution."
Deutsche Welle;Police conduct controlled explosion near US Embassy, London;https://www.dw.com/en/police-conduct-controlled-explosion-near-us-embassy-london/a-70857199?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
A loud bang was heard and the area around the US Embassy was cordoned off by police. Officers said they were responding to a report of a suspicious package near the River Thames.
Deutsche Welle;Who is German Chancellor Olaf Scholz?;https://www.dw.com/en/who-is-german-chancellor-olaf-scholz/a-70795787?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Chancellor Scholz is set to be his party's top candidate in the upcoming election, despite poor favorability ratings.
Deutsche Welle;Dissident Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof to represent Germany at Oscars;https://www.dw.com/en/dissident-iranian-director-mohammad-rasoulof-to-represent-germany-at-oscars/a-70034644?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
Among the 85 international films competing in the 2024 Oscar race, "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" will represent Germany. The filmmaker, who lives in exile in Berlin, fled Iran on foot earlier this year.
Deutsche Welle;Gus the penguin sets sail in the Southern Ocean;https://www.dw.com/en/gus-the-penguin-sets-sail-in-the-southern-ocean/a-70855207?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf;2024-11-25 02:00:05
The emperor penguin made headlines after landing on Australia's coast, an the hope is he will now return to Antarctica.