Germany seeks alternatives to US long-range missiles US President Donald Trump has halted plans to station US intermediate-range weapons in Germany, intended to serve as a deterrent against Russia. The move has Germany worried it may be left exposed to Russian aggression www.dw.com/en/germany-s...

German intelligence offices snub US-owned Palantir software Germany's domestic intelligence agency has reportedly chosen a data analysis system from France, instead of US-based Palantir. Civil society has welcomed the move, but says more must be done. www.dw.com/en/german-in...

Corruption in Ukraine: Will this scandal reach Zelenskyy? A drawn-out corruption affair in Ukraine is widening, with authorities now taking action against Yermak, the former head of the presidential office. Will this scandal reach all the way to President Zelenskyy? www.dw.com/en/corruptio...

China and Iran team up to humiliate Trump—while he’s in Beijing. “As Trump meets Xi, Iran lets Chinese ships through the Strait of Hormuz.” www.nytimes.com/2026/05/14/w...

Gross.

Why Ukraine and Israel are arguing over grain Cargo ships have docked in Haifa, Israel, carrying grain thought to originate from Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine. Kyiv considers the cargo to be stolen goods — but Israel says evidence is lacking. www.dw.com/en/why-ukrai...

What a marvelous crew

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Today, I voted to rein in President Trump’s war in Iran — and 3 Republicans voted with us. We need more of them to stand up and join us to end this reckless war and work together to bring down skyrocketing costs for the American people.

Gas Station Price Sign Using Scientific Notation

EU invites Taliban members to discuss Afghan migrant returns The Euro Commission has invited officials from Afghanitan's Taliban to discuss the returns of certain migrants. It's controversial on humanitarian grounds, and because Brussels doesn't recognize the Taliban www.dw.com/en/eu-invite...

We are so screwed.

“Don’t worry buddy, Kristi Noem isn’t around here anymore.”

EU negotiators agree new rules on vital medicines A new agreement aims to tackle the drug shortages that have plagued the bloc. Among other things, it would make it easier to use public funds to support the production of essential medicines. www.dw.com/en/eu-negoti...

Ukraine: Russia breaks ceasefire overnight, Zelenskyy says Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has said that Moscow launched some 200 drone strikes in a single night, bringing an end to a temporary truce. Moscow meanwhile said it intercepted 27 Ukrainian drones overnight. www.dw.com/en/ukraine-r...

Please enjoy my cartoon in today's Toronto Star

A banjo player seated on the sidewalk. Never change, Dinkytown.

EU greenlights sanctions on Israeli West Bank settlers Long blocked by Hungary's former government, the punitive EU measures are aimed at "extremist" Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. Israel has denounced the move as "arbitrary and political." www.dw.com/en/eu-greenl...

Magyar beat Orban. Can Hungary's new PM undo his system? Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar has pulled off what many thought impossible — toppling Viktor Orban. But unpicking the system built over Orban's 16-year rule could prove an even greater challenge. www.dw.com/en/magyar-to...

Berlin: Fighting the city's young far-right scene A recent police raid on Germany's neo-Nazi scene has revealed how alarmingly young some of its members are. But those targeted by this hatred are fighting back. www.dw.com/en/berlin-fi...

INVESTIGATION: A recent blackout that hit southwest Berlin was part of a series of attacks that have exposed how vulnerable Germany’s infrastructure has become — and how ill-prepared the state is to stop them. 🔗 politico.eu/article/blac...

People will say anything on this website

Germany news: Berlin advances Tomahawk, submarine deals Germany is reviving its bid for US Tomahawk missiles, according to the Financial Times. Meanwhile, Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil is in Canada to strengthen ties, including a possible submarine deal. www.dw.com/en/germany-n...

The Trump family secures what might be its last payout from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf, as it hosts yet another LIV tournament at its club in suburban Virginia.

Nice article. www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...

The EU flag is flying at Hungary’s parliament again after Péter Magyar was sworn in as prime minister — the first time it’s been displayed there since Viktor Orbán had it removed in 2014.

An excellent podcast with @galbeckerman.bsky.social and @sykescharlie.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

Chernobyl radiation fears resurface as Ukraine war drags on Nearly four decades after the world's worst nuclear accident, Russia's war in Ukraine, including troop movements and strikes near the plant, has reignited fears of radioactive contamination at Chernobyl. www.dw.com/en/chernobyl...

One of the coolest Munich tourist attractions. Germany news: Surf's up again in Munich! The Bavarian capital Munich has long been an unlikely travel hotspot for surfers, and the Eisbach wave is open once again. www.dw.com/en/germany-n...

Journalist found dead in Colombia's conflict zone Mateo Perez, a 25-year-old Colombian reporter, reportedly went missing on May 5 after being detained by guerrilla members at a roadblock. www.dw.com/en/journalis...

AOC on possibly running for the Senate or President: They assume my ambition is a title or a seat. My ambition is way bigger than that. My ambition is to change this country. Presidents come and go, elected officials come and go, single payer healthcare is forever.

Thomas and Erika Mann biopic has an oddly twisted premise Premiering at Cannes and starring Sandra Hüller, Pawel Pawlikowski's "Fatherland" is set during the Cold War — a complex period for the prominent anti-Nazi intellectuals. www.dw.com/en/new-film-...

Any historian will tell you that Trump’s corruption has no parallel.

Germany news: Exports jump higher than expected Exports from Germany had risen at a time when many feared they would be in retreat because of punishing US tariffs. Meanwhile, one of Germany's biggest banks is set to cut jobs to fend off a takeover. www.dw.com/en/germany-n...

Magyar sworn in as Hungary's prime minister Peter Magyar vowed to implement wide-ranging reforms after winning a landslide election last month, ending Viktor Orban's 16 years in power. www.dw.com/en/hungary-p...

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EU reaches tentative deal on simpler AI rules In a provisional deal, the European Union has agreed on a ban on the use of AI for creating pornographic deepfakes and sexualized imagery. It has also agreed on amending certain rules within the EU's AI Act. www.dw.com/en/eu-reache...

How close is the United Kingdom to breaking up? The May 7 elections could see nationalist gains in Scotland and Wales, while Sinn Fein already leads in Northern Ireland. Is the UK's unity at risk? www.dw.com/en/how-close...

Germany's vice defense chief: US troop cuts 'not a surprise' A planned US troop withdrawal and uncertainty over Tomahawks have raised questions. Nicole Schilling, vice chief of defense, says Berlin is working with allies to strengthen deterrence against Russia. www.dw.com/en/germanys-...

Germany cracks down on neo-Nazi networks Police and prosecutors have launched a nationwide crackdown on young right-wing extremists. They are alleged to have formed criminal organizations and attacked members of the left-wing scene. www.dw.com/en/germany-c...

funniest thing i’ve ever seen

"President Zelensky has set a target of 50,0000 Russian casualties per month—a rate at which they expect that Russia will have so much trouble reconstituting its forces that it will lose the ability to continue to fight." ICYMI @brynntannehill.bsky.social:

Merz's first year marked by coalition tensions, AfD gains Germany's Chancellor Merz marks one year in office as his coalition faces infighting, falling poll numbers and rising AfD support, putting pressure on his pledge to revive the economy and the political center. www.dw.com/en/merzs-fir...

RIP Project Freedom (May 4, 2026 - May 5, 2026)