US Senate approves long-awaited military aid for Ukraine: The foreign aid bill includes a $61 billion package for Ukraine, as well as support for Israel and ...
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Quick Glance: Senate Passes $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- The Senate has passed a $95 billion aid package for war assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.
- The legislation also includes $26 billion for wartime assistance to Israel and humanitarian relief for the citizens of Gaza, along with $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
- Senate Republicans and House Republicans collaborated to secure the aid for Ukraine and Israel, emphasizing the potential dire consequences if Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression goes unchecked.
- There was broad congressional support for the aid package, but leaders had to navigate strong opposition from conservatives questioning U.S. involvement in foreign wars and focusing on issues like migration at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Gambian lawmakers have passed two new bills that could allow former dictator Yahya Jammeh to be tried locally for crimes committed during his 22-year rule ... Show more #DWAfrica
German police shoot machete-wielding man at university: The incident occurred at the Mannheim University faculty of economics while lectures were taking place ...
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Quick Glance: Police Shoot Man with Machete in Library
- A 31-year-old man who entered the library of the University of Mannheim with a machete was shot by the police and later died in the hospital.
- Before the officers arrived, the man had been aggressive towards a staff member and had a previous ban from the library due to his negative behavior.
- The State Criminal Police Office and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the use of firearms and the motive of the man, who had previous encounters with the police.
- There was no danger to other library visitors, and students were present when the incident occurred.
Military horses were seen running loose around London before being recovered a few hours later. Details are still unclear as to what caused them to bolt ... Show more
Quick Glance: Injuries from Runaway Horses in London
- Chaos ensued in London as two runaway military horses caused injuries to four individuals.
- Vehicles were damaged, and both army personnel and horses were injured during the incident.
- The horses ran through the streets, colliding with a taxi, a tour bus, and a tourist bus.
- The horses were eventually captured, and the injured individuals and horses are receiving medical attention.
German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges: Police in Germany have arrested a staff member of the German far-right Alternative for Germany party ...
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Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
Why the US might put sanctions on an Israeli army battalion : An Israeli army battalion, Netzah Yehuda, may, among other things, be excluded from receiving US ...
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Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he did not receive the same level of support from the club during his two-and-a-half-year tenure as current ... Show more #DWAfrica
US President Joe Biden implied his uncle was eaten by cannibals in Papua New Guinea after his plane crashed during WWII, sparking outrage in the Pacific island ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden's Controversial Cannibalism Remark Offends PNG Leader
- US President Joe Biden's remarks about his uncle's fate in Papua New Guinea during World War II offended Prime Minister James Marape, causing a diplomatic rift.
- Marape's statement highlighted that Biden seemed to suggest his uncle was consumed by cannibals, challenging the nation's reputation.
- During Australian PM Albanese's visit to PNG, he emphasized the strong defense ties and partnership between the two countries.
- White House press secretary Jean-Pierre defended Biden's comments, stressing the significance of honoring his uncle's sacrifice for the country.
Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage: Six suspected spies have been arrested in quick succession. Security services see links to the war against ...
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Rwanda plan: UK Parliament passes migrant deportation bill: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ...
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Quick Glance: British Parliament Approves Deportations to Rwanda
- The controversial plan to deport refugees to Rwanda has been approved by the British Parliament.
- Despite resistance in the upper house and multiple votes, the law was passed.
- Prime Minister Sunak is pushing for deportations to deter refugees from dangerous crossings.
- Experts question the effectiveness of the measure, while concerns about costs and legal implications persist.
More than 130 people were arrested overnight during pro-Palestinian protests at New York University, as encampments and demonstrations over the Israel-Hamas ... Show more
Taiwan has been hit by a cluster of aftershocks from the huge earthquake that hit the island weeks ago. Tremors were felt across the island ... Show more
Former Nigerian aviation minister Hadi Siriki has been arrested by anti-graft commission officials in connection with the ongoing money laundering probe of ... Show more #DWAfrica
Middle East updates: Germany resumes UNRWA cooperation: Germany will reestablish cooperation with the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza ...
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Austrian police have arrested four Germans who were laying white roses in memory of Adolf Hitler at the house where the Nazi dictator was born ... Show more
The European Union has initiated proceedings against TikTok and threatened to suspend its TikTok Lite rewards program, which allows users to earn points for ... Show more #DWAfrica
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
New York City's Columbia University announced that it was cancelling in-person classes over concerns about student safety after a weekend of campus unrest ... Show more
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An independent review of UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, has identified "neutrality-related issues," but noted Israel had yet to ... Show more
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Iran's activities 'raising eyebrows,' IAEA's Grossi tells DW: Tehran's enrichment of uranium, and a lack of access to international monitors ...
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Trump accused of election fraud in hush money trial: Prosecutors have accused Donald Trump of falsifying business records in order to hide hush money that was ...
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China spying: Krah stays on as top AfD European candidate : Alternative for Germany politician Maximilian Krah will stay on as the AfD lead candidate in ...
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Quick Glance: Employee of AfD Politician Arrested on Suspicion of Espionage
- An employee of AfD's lead candidate Maximilian Krah was arrested for allegedly spying for China and conducting surveillance on opposition figures in Germany.
- The Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating based on information from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution. The AfD expressed concern over the arrest and pledged to support the investigation.
- Federal Interior Minister Faeser called the accusations an attack on European democracy. China denied the allegations. The arrested employee had previously offered information to German authorities but was deemed unreliable.
- There was no connection between the arrest of Krah's employee and other arrests on Monday. Additionally, allegations against AfD politician Krah regarding possible payments from Kremlin-linked sources were revealed.
Today is Amber Heard's 38th birthday. The American actress had her breakthrough role in the 2008 movie Pineapple Express, and went on to star in films like The ... Show more
Germany arrests 3 suspected China spies: Germany's Federal Prosecutor has said three German citizens were arrested for alleged involvement in providing ...
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The European Parliament has approved a new set of rules giving consumers the right to claim free or "reasonably priced" repairs ... Show more
2024 marks 30 years since South Africa became a democracy. In 1994, South Africa held its first fully democratic elections ... Show more #DWAfrica #77Percent #africanyouth
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Since his first collection, Jean Paul Gaultier has not ceased to astound. The eccentric designer, known as the "enfant terrible" of French fashion ... Show more
Explainer: Russia's battlefield tactics in Ukraine - DW - 04/19/2024: Russia's battlefield strategy has been increasingly effective recently ...
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😮🌥 Scientists are exploring bold solutions to combat rising temperatures like reflecting some sunlight back into space
Nollywood, Nigeria's booming film industry, has been struggling with a dark side exposed by the tragic death of actor Junior Pope in a boat accident ... Show more #DWAfrica #flipside
Citing fears of US citizens’ data being shared with the Chinese government, the House of Representatives has passed a bill demanding that TikTok be sold by its ... Show more
Germany targets Indian students to address labor shortages: Germany looks to tap into international student talent to keep its engineering and IT sectors afloat.
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Five migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt: At least five people are reported to have died in an attempt to cross the English Channel ...
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Teaser: Thousands of flights to and from Europe are suspected to have been affected by Russian interference with GPS systems. Around 46 ... Show more
South Africa reclaims the throne with Nigeria slipping to fourth place; South Africa's economic resurgence takes the spotlight. However ... Show more #DWAfrica
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#WorldBookDay The Duchess Anna Amalia Library in Weimar, Germany. In 2004, a fire in the UNESCO World Heritage Site damaged the building and thousands of books and ... Show more
Why is doping a never-ending story in sports? Zerfe Wondemagegn from Ethiopia, who reached the women's 3,000-meter steeplechase final at the Tokyo Olympics in ... Show more
West Africa counterterrorism summit +++ Does West Africa need new counterterrorism partners? +++ South Africa’s ANC loses a trademark battle with Zuma's party ... Show more
Big moves in Africa! Angola's President Joao Lourenco announces a significant increase in the minimum wage, aiming to combat inflation and improve living ... Show more #DWAfrica
Three people are dead and 11 others missing following storms that battered southern China, state media said Monday.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has opened the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. Its aim is to boost multilateral cooperation and reshape the ... Show more #DWAfrica
Middle East updates: Israel's intel chief quits over Oct. 7: Military intelligence chief Aharon Haliva is the first senior Israeli official to resign over ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns Over Hamas Attack Failures
- The head of Israeli military intelligence resigned due to the failures surrounding Hamas’ unprecedented attack on October 7, marking the first senior resignation in Israel's history.
- Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva’s resignation could trigger additional resignations among Israel’s top security officials in response to the Hamas attack that initiated the Gaza war.
- Haliva, alongside other military and security leaders, were expected to address the evident failures leading up to and during October 7.
- Israel and its esteemed security forces were caught entirely off guard by the Hamas attack on a Jewish holiday, shattering trust in the military. The resignation may contribute to rebuilding some of this trust.
North Korea launches suspected ballistic missile into sea: Authorities in Japan and South Korea have reported what they suspect to be a North Korean missile ...
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Middle East updates: Israel angered by possible US sanctions: Israel's leadership has voiced indignation after reports that Washington intends to announce ...
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Maldives: Muizzu's pro-China party claims landslide victory: The vote was seen as a referendum on President Mohamad Muizzu's pledge to abandon the ...
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Quick Glance: Pro-China Party Secures Overwhelming Victory in Maldives Election
- President Mohamed Muizzu's PNC party wins by a landslide in Sunday's election, gaining control of parliament with a supermajority.
- The PNC, with three additional seats from allies, secures 70 out of 93 seats, signaling a shift towards China from India.
- Official results confirmation is expected soon, with the new assembly set to take office in early May.
- The election serves as a pivotal moment for Muizzu's agenda of closer economic ties with China following his previous win in the presidential election.
The Cure's Robert Smith turns 65 today! The "Boys Don't Cry" and "Friday I'm In Love" singer is known for his unique vocal style and ... Show more
An urban oasis: This lush and leafy building is part of the 'Bosco Verticale' (Vertical Forest) complex in Milan, Italy. It is one of two side-by-side ... Show more #EarthDay www.instagram.com/accounts/login/
Fans and fellow musicians are paying tribute to Ghanaian gospel star Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, popularly known as Koda. The musician passed away from kidney disease ... Show more #DWAfrica
Soldiers in Ukraine anxiously await US weapons: Without US support, Ukraine's defenses would crumble.The situation on Ukraine's front line is dramatic ...
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Feeling conflicted about your clothing’s environmental impact? It’s more complicated than just picking the right fabric. #DWEnvironment #EarthDay2024
Severe flooding expected in parts of southern China: State media has reported that flooding seen “once in a century” is expected in southern China ...
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