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New Year's Eve live: World ushers in 2026

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'Show courage, and work together,' Merz tells Germany

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Germany: Merz says 2026 can be a 'year of new beginnings'

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The top 12 New Year's resolutions for 2026 in Germany

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Germany news: Police face risk of violence on New Year's Eve

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Ukraine updates: Kyiv says it struck Russia's oil facilities

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Protests triggered by soaring inflation and a collapsing currency have highlighted widespread political discontent.

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Protests are spreading across Iran, as discontent grows over the rising cost of living and Iran's plunging currency.

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Iran has been gripped by demonstrations amid the country's economic crisis, with social discontent fueling open protest.

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France plans social media ban for children under 15: reports

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Finland seizes vessel suspected of damaging undersea cable

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Eurostar back on track after Channel Tunnel power fault

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Taiwan remains on alert as China ends military drills

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Israel moves to suspend major aid groups in Gaza

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Guinea junta leader declared winner of presidential election

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Influential leaders in Nigeria's Ogoniland want to profit from rich oil reserves — for the benefit of their citizens.

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Equal pay reforms and a World Cup victory have inspired a new generation of girls to become professional cricketers.

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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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Despite the fragility of the ceasefire, Trump and Netanyahu have discussed the next stage in the Gaza peace plan.

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The US, Canada and Mexico will host the 2026 World Cup. DW fills you in on why this tournament will be different.

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It's the first known land operation in Venezuela since the US started a campaign against drug cartels in the region.

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US-led talks on Russia's war in Ukraine continue into 2026

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A German tip for your New Year's resolutions

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What to look forward to in the world of sports in 2026

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DW brings you the top international news stories in brief.

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Europa Park: Fun and adventure for the entire family

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In India, youths are quiet as Gen Z protests rock South Asia

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From education to marriage, major human rights gains of 2025

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Fact check: The disinformation we debunked in 2025

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Female empowerment: Arab women rise to the mic

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Sudan defying war to bring joy at AFCON 2025

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Tanzania: New reserves boost tourism, displace locals

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Germany: €30 million stolen in elaborate bank vault heist

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Eurostar suspends 'all trains' between London and Europe

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Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies aged 35

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DW's AfricaLink podcast is packed with news, politics, culture, business and more — every weekday.

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Weird and wonderful mailboxes around the world

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Kolkata's historic trams near end of the line

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Indian cinema: National pride meets box office success

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Recent immigrants are offering visitors guided tours of their neighborhoods, providing an insight into their lives.

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Aurora lights: The science behind the nighttime spectacle

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Brigitte Bardot: Star on screen, complicated person off

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