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European colonizers were thought to have brought leprosy to the Americas, but a new study reveals it existed there for thousands of years and was spread by a recently discovered bacteria species.

The Indigenous People of Biafra's sit-at-home protests have paralyzed southeast Nigeria. As fear grows and losses mount, what’s the path to peace?

World Sevens Football is a new seven-a-side format focused on global reach, player empowerment and financial equity. However, the fast-paced new series is not without its critics.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Washington was met with favorable coverage back home, with many hailing a new political style that contrasts with that of his predecessors, Olaf Scholz and Angela Merkel.

Both telecommunications and international trade largely rely on cables connecting continents across the ocean floor. In a changing world, Asian and European powers are looking for ways to protect them from sabotage.

The agreement to exchange prisoners of war and repatriate the bodies of dead fighters went ahead despite disagreement over the weekend. Meanwhile, Russia launched a masive overnight drone strike on Ukrianian bases.

A lush forest or a spectacular landscape might be easy on the eye, but can the natural world really help to ease pain?

Despite the efforts of its organizers, the Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland's Basel has not been free of politics. Here's an overview of an unusual start, protests against Israel's artist and controversial songs.

Russian fertilizer has become increasingly important to European agriculture over the past three years, despite the war in Ukraine. Brussels appears to be finally dealing with the issue but not everyone is convinced.

Japan's laws allow the use of copyrighted content to train AI models. Even though artists are worried for their future, some of the country's cultural and social aspects might make it easier to accept AI.

Police made a number of arrests as clashes between uniformed officers and protesters over immigration raids continued for a third consecutive night. Meanwhile, the Trump administration's travel ban has come into force.

A cargo ship en route to Mumbai erupted in flames, forcing the crew to abandon the vessel off the southern coast of India. While some crew were plucked to safety, a search operation is underway for missing crew members

Ukraine's Air Force says it has shot down or intercepted most of the drones, and only a handful hit their targets. Follow DW for more.

Glaciers are the planet's frozen water banks. They sustain water supply, ecosystems and even cultural traditions. But many of these sprawling beds of ice are melting. Why does that matter?

A Nobel prize laureate, literary exile and conscience of a nation in the wake of Nazi rule, Thomas Mann remains a cultural icon 150 years since his birth.

President Donald Trump's order banning citizens of 12 countries aims to protect the US from "foreign terrorists." What are the reasons and who is exempt?

Police made a number of arrests as clashes between uniformed officers and protesters over immigration raids continued for a third consecutive night. Meanwhile, the Trump administration's travel ban has come into force.

In May, China's exports to the US fell nearly 12% from April. The report of the slowdown comes just hours before another round of trade talks between US and Chinese officials in London.

A ship with aid supplies for Gaza carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists was stopped by Israel from reaching the Palestinian enclave. Israel had warned it wouldn't allow it to reach the territory. DW has more.

LA police said it has arrested a number of people as protesters rallied for a third day. Donald Trump defended the deployment of the National Guard as a measure to protect "law and order." Follow DW for more.

The fan died after falling from the stands during extra time at the Nations League final between Portugal and Spain, the UEFA confirmed.

A ship with aid supplies for Gaza carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists is nearing the Palestinian enclave. Israel has warned it will not allow the vessel to reach the territory. DW has more

The firm behind Pornhub, RedTube and YouPorn plans to temporarily block access to its adult content in France.

Third Division winners Bielefeld had their dreams dashed by Stuttgart, who lifted their fourth ever German Cup. The final proved one step too far for giant-killers Bielefeld, who beat Leverkusen en route to Berlin.

In Kenya, two ant smuggling cases recently made global headlines. It's part of a growing problem with biopiracy and the illicit trade in wild animals.