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Police arrive at German university pro-Palestine protest
Dozens of Pro-Palestine students protested at the University of Hamburg in Germany. Riot police arrested students.
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German Chancellor Merz wishes Koreans unity, but does Seoul really want it?
Germany, like Korea, was once a nation divided by rival political systems and by one of the world's most fortified borders. Chancellor Merz wished for a united Korea during his recent visit — but such hopes seem faint.
Science
Germany news: Berlin hosts digital summit with AI focus
A government-run conference is to look at the uses and dangers of artificial intelligence. This comes as the German and UK defense ministers will discuss expanding AI's role in military cooperation. DW has more.
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German police investigating after needles found in Halloween candy
German police said they received phone calls with reports about sharp objects concealed in Halloween candy.
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Germany news: Gen Z group calls for new protests
The group behind German demonstrations this weekend has called for more protests to keep pressure on the government to act. Meanwhile, the IG Metall union has begun warning strikes after pay talks collapse. DW has more.
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Shops looted as German cost-of-living protests turn violent
The protests in cities across Germany - including Berlin, Hamburg and Frankfurt - came on the same day hundreds of thousands also protested in France.
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Thousands rally in Berlin as Gen Z protests in more than 30 German cities
Demonstrations sweeping Europe are inspiring young Germans frustrated by rising costs of living amid military spending.
Politics
Germany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing trade
German diplomacy in Asia takes focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.
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Germany takes cautious approach on Israeli election results
German politicians have been slow to respond as they wait to see who is likely to comprise the next coalition. Many are also hoping for a government without religious hardliners.
Sports
Items stolen from Man Utd air disaster memorial in Munich
Four medals and a crystal trophy were taken from the display, according to German media.
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Tennis: Alexander Zverev guaranteed to become world No. 1
Alexander Zverev secured his place as the next world No. 1 by beating Tallon Griekspoor (6-4, 7-5) at the ATP 500 tournament in Vienna. The 29-year-old German will top the ATP rankings on Monday, November 2, replacing Jannik Sinner. He will become the first German world No. 1 since Boris Becker in 1991, and the 30th player in history to reach the top spot.
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The dachshund, a humorous icon with political symbolism
From Picasso to Andy Warhol, a surprising number of artists have portrayed the German breed. But the dachshund has also at times been co-opted as a political symbol.
Politics
Germany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing trade, calls for 'rules based' order
German diplomacy in Asia was in focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier is set to hold talks with Xi Jinping. DW has more.
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Germany's Alexander Zverev clinches tennis No. 1 ranking
Alexander Zverev is the second German man, after Boris Becker, to clinch the No. 1 spot in tennis.
Entertainment
Elke Sommer, ‘Pink Panther’ and ‘The Prize’ Star, Dies at 85
Elke Sommer, the German-born actress who starred in movies like “A Shot in the Dark,” “Boy, Did I Get the Wrong Number,” “And Then There Were None” and more ’60s and ’70s Hollywood films, died Wednesday at her home in Los Angeles, her stepson Sebastian Walther confirmed to German outlet Bild. She was 85. She […]
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Girl seriously injured in wolf attack at German wildlife park
The eight-year-old was in an enclosure with other children and a staff member when she was attacked.
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Cruise ship crashes into two container ships during storm
A captain whose cruise liner collided with container ships in strong winds is being investigated by German police.
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Police in northern Germany search for suspects after car ramming overnight injures several
A person intentionally drove into a group of people in a northern German town, police have said. Three people have been taken into custody in what police said was likely a gang confrontation.
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German police probe cruise ship captain after Bremerhaven collision
A three-ship collision has led to the cancellation of a cruise and expensive damages. Shipyard repairs are needed, and further cruises could be affected.
Business
What Germany thinks of carmaker Audi's $4 billion deal with Trump
The luxury carmaker is set to open its first factory in the United States — a move Trump credits to his tariffs. DW examines the German reaction amid a massive auto industry cull at home.