UN-led missions to bring humanitarian aid to civilians in the Syrian city of Homs under a ceasefire have come under attack. Opposing sides have blamed each other for the incident. Go to article
Hundreds of people have demonstrated in the center of the Turkish capital, Istanbul, in protest at new government controls over the Internet. Police fired water cannon and tear gas to disperse the protesters. Go to article
German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier has touched down in Afghanistan on a surprise visit. In a speech to troops he pledged continued support for Afghanistan beyond this year's withdrawal of foreign forces. Go to article
Demonstrations have largely turned peaceful in Bosnia, and the clean-up from Friday's violent riots is underway. But while a semblance of calm has returned, the protesters have vowed not to give up on their cause. Go to article
The younger daughter of Spain's King Juan Carlos, Princess Cristina, has testified in a fraud case that has further damaged the image of the royal family. She and her husband deny any wrongdoing. Go to article
A fire at a hotel in the Saudi Arabian city of Medina has reportedly killed at least 15 people. Around 130 others have been wounded, with the hotel popular with religious pilgims. Go to article
Panama has released a North Korean ship seized after it was found to be transporting weapons from Cuba. The ship's owner was forced to pay an almost $700,000 fine. Three crew members face weapons trafficking charges. Go to article
Chancellor Angela Merkel's Christian Democrats and the opposition Greens have each selected their frontrunner for the European parliamentary elections. The poll is scheduled to take place in May. Go to article
Nuremberg tried to take the game to Bayern Munich in their home match against the reigning champs. But Bayern's quality ultimately told, as Pep Guardiola's men claimed a 2-0 win. Elsewhere, Dortmund thumped Bremen. Go to article
Austrian skier Matthias Mayer has joined his father Helmut in the list of Winter Olympic medalists. Mayer was quickest on the wild downhill, just ahead of Italian Christof Innerhofer and Norwegian Kjetil Jansrud. Go to article
As Syrian civilians readied to leave the city, aid groups prepared to deliver much-needed assistance to the beleagured city. But renewed fighting between rebels and government forces is threatening those plans.
The US is renewing pressure on Syria to turn over all of its chemical weapons after missing multiple deadlines. Damascus and some experts blame the civil war. Others see a move by Assad to make himself indispensable.
On the second-to-last day of the Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Claudia Pechstein will turn 42. Even at this ripe old age, Pechstein looks to have a good chance to capture a 10th Olympic career medal in Sochi.
Find our coverage on the Winter Olympic Games, February 7 - 23.
Turkish laws censoring the Internet extend existing policies clamping down on free speech, Istanbul communications instructor Erkan Saka tells DW. Any opposition to Prime Minister Erdogan will be blocked.
DW speaks with Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef about the new season of "AlBernameg."
Ukrainian journalists say one-sided government media exacerbates the country's political tensions.
On Sunday, the Swiss vote on whether to restrict immigration to their country. The ramifications of a yes vote, experts say, could be huge. To their shock, the referendum has a decent shot at passing.
On Sunday, the Swiss decide in a referendum whether to introduce immigration quotas for EU countries. Jan Atteslander of the Swiss Business Federation is convinced that the Swiss economy needs immigrants.
Protests against poverty and unemployment resulted in the burning of government buildings.
In Mali, the Bundeswehr is being trained for future military interventions, says Christine Buchholz in a DW interview. The Left party politician accompanied Defense Minister von der Leyen on her latest trip to Africa.
The once powerful Congolese militiaman Bosco Ntaganda faces a first hearing in The Hague on Monday. He is suspected of having committed crimes against humanity in the 2000s.
Despite agreements between the Pakistani government and the Taliban on a number of issues, experts have doubts over the chances of success of the ongoing peace talks.
The suspension of the US debt limit - achieved after a standoff between Republicans and Democrats last October and a government shutdown - ended on Friday. The fear of default raises its ugly head again.
Putin hoped to show off in Sochi but achieved the opposite, says DW's Ingo Mannteufel.
When it comes to getting goods around the world by container ship, newer and bigger is better.
A visit by a French trade delegation to Tehran this week has sent diplomatic sparks flying between Washington and Paris. But is there more than diplomacy at stake in the struggle over Iran's economic future?
The Berlinale Film Festival has praised "Two Men in Town," starring Forest Whitaker.
Cannes is more chic. Venice is warmer. Nevertheless, everyone loves the Berlinale in the German capital. About 400 films make up the festival's program this year - some even sold out well in advance.
Arturia's V Collection software puts a host of vintage synthesizers at your fingertips. The French company is renowned for its True Analog Emulation technology. DW makes some noise.
As climate change warms the Arctic, oil rigs are opening, ships are making use of new shipping routes and tourists are flocking to see the icebergs. But experts warn that we are not adequately prepared for accidents.
Australia's reputation on human rights has been marred by reports that asylum seekers are subjected to inhumane treatment and mental health damage. Yet there is hardly political will to change.
