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Protests sparked by Iran's ailing economy have spread across the country, with demonstrators calling for a change of government and "death to the dictator." Thousands have been killed as authorities try to crush dissent.

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Ukraine: Raids in Germany over violation of Russia sanctions

Five men have been arrested in Lübeck for allegedly exporting goods to Russian defense companies. DW has more.

Germany news: Nationwide strikes hit public transport

Many buses, trams and underground trains will not be running amid a strike by a large union. DW has more.

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Africa

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US withdrawal from WHO threatens Africa's health gains

Reduced funding, weakened disease surveillance and disruptions to health programs could result from the US pullback.

Asia

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China's space aircraft carrier: superweapon or propaganda?

China's gigantic space carrier Luanniao: A vision for war in space — or science fiction?

Germany

In this arrchive photo from 2019, Rita Süssmuth smiles

Rita Süssmuth, trailblazer in German politics, dies aged 88

She dared to break taboos, advocated for women's rights and took part in an attempt to oust former Chancellor Kohl.

Europe

To the right: a white tent with an opening. To the right is a parked train car with an open door revealing piles of white bags.

Identifying dead Ukrainian soldiers returned from Russia

In Odesa, forensic teams work to identify soldiers' bodies. Warning: This video contains distressing images.

North America

Let them eat steak? Experts roast inverted US food pyramid

Washington has introduced nutritional guidelines with more meat and fat. Health and sustainability experts are alarmed.

Latin America

A person holds a candle wearing a shirt that, in Spanish, calls for the release of all political prisoners on January 10, 2026

Venezuela: Interim president proposes amnesty bill

A Venezuela amnesty bill could see the release of political prisoners, opposition leaders, journalists and activists.

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A large crowd of people gathers during a protest in Minneapolis. The sun is shining. One person holds a former campaign sign for the 2024 election showing the words Trump and Vance crossed out, underneath is written "Murderinmpls. Impeach Them"

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Minnesota ICE protests

Thousands have rallied for days in freezing Minneapolis to protest the Trump administration's immigration clampdown.

Liam Ramos: Judge orders release of 5-year-old ICE detainee

Trump orders DHS only to intervene if cities ask for help

Anti-ICE protests press on across the US

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Greenland

The world's largest island is a mineral-rich, autonomous territory of Denmark. Because of its proximity to the Arctic region, Greenland has had a front-row seat to global climate change as temperatures rise.