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In Germany, fireworks can only be sold in the three days leading up to New Year's Eve. But many want an outright ban.

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Fake videos of political leaders often go viral online, pushed by content farm tactics. DW Fact check takes a look.

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From doctored images to fabricated stories, we trace the most viral fakes of the year. Here's what we uncovered.

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India's girl cricketers dream of stepping into the spotlight

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From education to marriage, major human rights gains of 2025

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Female empowerment: Arab women rise to the mic

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Indian cinema: National pride meets box office success

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