There’s been a sharp rise in diplomatic tension between China and the UK, following a warning from Beijing that it won’t tolerate any interference in the affairs of Hong Kong. Boris Johnson has offered a...
The Battle of Algiers revisited
Released more than 50 years ago, “The Battle of Algiers” remains a cinematic masterpiece. Once a template for freedom movements around the world, the film has also been studied closely by security forces and occupying...
Senegalese fishermen team up to protect endangered sea turtles
Senegalese fishermen have joined forces to protect a species of endangered sea turtles in a case of “poacher turns protector”,
Atlanta protesters attack Georgia State Patrol HQ with fireworks and stones
A peaceful demonstration in Atlanta took an ugly turn, after a number of protesters set out to vandalize the Georgia State Patrol headquarters, and attempted to set the building alight with fireworks.
Coronavirus update: The latest news from around the world | DW News
00:00 Authorities in the Australian city of Melbourne have reimposed strict lockdown measures in some areas in an attempt to contain a second wave of coronavirus infections. Residents of nine inner-city public housing...
Entrepreneur in Turkey looks for opportunity amid pandemic – My Story
The coronavirus outbreak has forced many people to put their lives on hold. Turkish entrepreneur Zeynep Tilki had plans to open a boutique this year, but when the pandemic hit she decided to set up a stall in markets...
Body positivity movement: ‘Why is my body not important?’ – BBC News
The body positivity movement has taken over social media and forced the diet industry to reinvent itself. Its mainstream success has lead to more diversity in the beauty and fashion industries, but not all feel included...