The crossings of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta have been linked to misleading claims about a recent Spanish Supreme Court ruling. DW Fact Check looks at the facts, the context and the origins of the narrative.

Fact check: Did disinformation trigger the Ceuta crisis?

More than 70 people died after thousands of migrants tried to cross from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. The crossings have been linked to misleading claims about a recent Spanish Supreme C...

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When you think of "wilderness," do you picture empty, unmarred places? What if wilderness is as much an idea as a place? For Living Planet, DW's Charlie Shield speaks with author Cal Flyn about her journey to trace the changing meaning of wilderness.

Summer reads – The wilderness myth w/Cal Flyn

What if the places we think of as empty and unmarred are anything but? What if wilderness is as much an idea as a place? A conversation with Cal Flyn, who, in her new book, travels to some of the worl...

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As Germany heads into four elections this fall, fake posts are spreading online to discredit candidates, some even misusing the DW logo. DW's head of fact-checking, Joscha Weber, and his team investigated Russian disinformation targeting local politicians. 👇

Fact check: Russian disinformation targets German elections

Ahead of four elections in Germany this fall, dozens of fake posts are circulating online aimed at discrediting candidates and portraying Germany as divided. Analysts warn that Russia is now targeting...

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A new DW investigation uncovered gaps in the protection of victims' identities within the DOJ's Epstein archive. Months after the DOJ said it had strengthened redaction procedures, DW reporters found documents containing victim-identifying information that remained publicly accessible.

Mila Dragnić is a freelance video journalist and a correspondent for Deutsche Welle. Based in Novi Sad, she covers social and political topics, with a focus on marginalized communities and ethical reporting.  https://akademie.dw.com/en/meet-a-new-group-of-young-media-makers/a-77485069

Following the attack during the Christopher Street Day celebrations in Berlin, Deutsche Welle has expanded its reporting to provide context, verified information and a range of perspectives on the attack and its aftermath.

Following Saturday's attack in Berlin, when a vehicle drove into a crowd near a Christopher Street Day celebration, we've compiled the key facts known so far. Follow our DW News coverage as more information emerges.

Berlin Pride attack: What we know so far

On Saturday, a vehicle drove into a crowd near a Christopher Street Day celebration in what is being regarded as an attack on the LGBTQ+ community. The main suspect has since been confronted and shot ...

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DW correspondent Alican Uludağ received the Turkish Press Freedom Award on July 24. The Turkish Journalists' Association (TGC) honored his public-interest reporting. Congratulations! Alican was released from detention earlier this week but still faces ongoing legal proceedings.

Germany has become an unlikely reference point for Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham. He wants to borrow elements of Germany's federal system. But why now, and which ideas exactly? DW's Berlin Briefing with host Nina Haase takes a closer look. ⤵️

Burnham's German plan: Why Britain's new PM is looking to Europe

Brexit was supposed to pull Britain away from Europe. Yet 10 years on, Britain's new prime minister is championing ideas that look strikingly familiar to Germans – ideas which Berlin itself is startin...

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India's Cockroach movement began as a protest against the ruling BJP and the education minister. It has since grown into a youth-led movement demanding reforms in education, jobs and government accountability. DW's updates and analysis ⬇️ www.dw.com/en/indias-co...

UPDATE: Alican Uludağ was released in Ankara on Wednesday afternoon, 22 July 2026, under judicial restrictions. For more information, see our updated press release at dw.com/press.

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DW’s Turkey correspondent Alican Uludağ has been arrested again in Turkey. He is facing new allegations in a separate investigation, while an ongoing case against him continues. DW is in contact with Uludağ's legal counsel and will provide updates as the situation develops.

Many countries are betting on nuclear power to cut emissions and generate affordable energy. But are they also preparing for the high cost of decommissioning when reactors reach the end of their lives? Find out more in this episode of DW's #MADE.

Nuclear plants: Billion-dollar graves?

Many countries are building nuclear power plants. They want to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and generate energy cost-effectively. But have they also thought about decommissioning? It can be very ex...

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DW’s Turkey correspondent Alican Uludağ has been arrested again in Turkey. He is facing new allegations in a separate investigation, while an ongoing case against him continues. DW is in contact with Uludağ's legal counsel and will provide updates as the situation develops.

Why don't Germans have air conditioners? Why is California getting dustier? And what can a 3,000-year-old cooling trick teach us today? 🌍 Eco Drop, DW's new environment newsletter, connects the dots between climate challenges and solutions. Subscribe here: shorturl.at/9A1wm

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1,400 participants from over 110 countries. Two days of ideas, debate and connection. The 19th DW Global Media Forum showed why independent journalism matters—now more than ever. 🎬 Relive the energy, insights and moments in our #GMF26 aftermovie. #JournalismOutLoud

A day on the ground covering the World Cup for DW ⚽ #DWAmbassador and trainee Emilio Reynoso reported from his home country, Mexico, during the World Cup. His focus went beyond the matches, exploring how the tournament was shaping life across the country.

Kenya's most vocal activist is entering politics. But can he actually win the 2027 presidential election? 👉 In this special live episode of DW's "Under the Baobab," recorded at #GMF26 in Bonn, Mimi Mefo Newuh and George Okachi sit down with Kenyan activist and presidential candidate Boniface Mwangi.

Activist or Opportunist: Can Boniface Mwangi lead Kenya?

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Germany is facing a dilemma: weakening alliances, growing dependencies, NATO under pressure, US leadership less predictable and countries in Europe struggling to act as one. At the same time, power is shifting beyond the military and increasingly towards AI, and technological control.

Today at the DW Global Media Forum in Bonn, Claire Lai accepted the DW Freedom of Speech Award 2026 on behalf of her father, Jimmy Lai. She spoke about his steadfast defense of press freedom—and the importance of keeping global attention on his case.

Reconstructing a disappearance: New DW investigation into the disappearance of Anatol Kotau Based on documents, satellite imagery and database analysis, the report outlines evidence suggesting he may have been taken in the Black Sea, with possible connections to Russian forces & Belarusian actors.

Join IDOS at #GMF26! How do malicious #AI swarms threaten democratic elections? ➡️ And how should different actors respond? 🗓️ 23 June, 14:00 CEST 📍 DW Global Media Forum, Bonn 📲 www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... @deutschewelle.dw.com @akademie.dw.com

At The Fix, we compile an annual list of top European media publishers on TikTok, with insights into emerging trends. To look deeper into TikTok trends, we spoke with @erikamarzano.bsky.social from @deutschewelle.dw.com. Watch the full interview on YouTube 👇

What Newsrooms Still Get Wrong About TikTok

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As democratic values face growing pressure worldwide, DW launches "Democracy Under Attack" — a powerful new series hosted and co-directed by investigative journalist Can Dündar.

DW debuts docuseries probing global decline of democracy

Democracies around the world are facing mounting pressure as fundamental freedoms come under strain. DW's new docuseries, Democracy Under Attack, explores these developments, beginning with the United...

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A court in Ankara has made the decision to release DW journalist Alican Uludağ after three months in pre-trial detention. Charges, including insulting the president and spreading misleading information, remain in place. The trial is set to continue on September 18. ℹ️ Read more: www.dw.com/p/5E8XX

Access to reliable, verified information is fundamental to peaceful, just and resilient societies. Independent information builds trust, accountability and dialogue. On #WorldPressFreedomDay, UNESCO & campaign partners call for protecting press freedom: www.unesco.org/en/days/pres...

To mark #WorldPressFreedomDay, global media incl. DW unite as #OneFreePress Coalition to publish the "10 Most Urgent," spotlighting journalists at risk for reporting the truth. This year's list features FoSA laureate Jimmy Lai. More about @onefreepress.bsky.social: ➡️ www.onefreepresscoalition.com

DW awards the Freedom of Speech Award 2026 to Hong Kong media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai. As founder of Apple Daily, he provided a crucial platform for independent reporting. Detained since 2020, he was sentenced to 20 years in early 2026.

Jimmy Lai receives DW Freedom of Speech Award 2026

DW has awarded its 12th Freedom of Speech Award to Jimmy Lai. A prominent advocate for press freedom & democracy in Hongkong, the founder of the Apple Daily newspaper has been detained in solitary con...

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DW will close around half of its accounts on the social media platform X as part of its current budget reductions. The decision is linked to savings requirements and broader adjustments to DW's digital offerings. Find out more in our press release. ⤵️

DW to close select accounts on platform X

DW will close around half of its accounts on the social media platform X as part of its current budget reductions. The decision is linked to savings requirements and broader adjustments to DW’s digita...

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#MILMondayBasics: How to promote MIL? We suggest: 📚 Share media knowledge 🔧 Teach practical skills (like privacy settings) 📰 Explain how news is made ⚖️ Raise awareness about bias & ethics Small actions → big impact. Learn how activists in Cambodia are promoting MIL: https://bit.ly/4ttKEoO