European countries are ramping up preparations for a potential war scenario with Russia, focusing on defense measures, intelligence services, and emergency kits. Finland's readiness stands out, with a high number of reservists and shelters.
A recent study reveals that alcohol use is prevalent in almost every ecosystem on Earth, with many animals regularly consuming this intoxicating substance.
Georgia's election commission announces partial recount of votes amidst criticism of parliamentary election process.
Sahra Wagenknecht, a prominent figure in East Germany's leftist populists, demands no weapons for Ukraine, no sanctions against Russia, and no American missiles for protection.
The death toll in the Philippines from floods caused by the powerful tropical storm Trami has risen to 81.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under pressure to annex Gaza as the US allows aid to enter the region to prevent a humanitarian crisis.
A new variant of mpox, clade Ib, has been reported in Germany for the first time, originating from African countries. The RKI confirmed the infection occurred abroad.
Ukraine has developed a modern Sting drone to counter the Russian 'killer drones' that have been causing devastation in Ukrainian cities. Will this low-cost drone be a game-changer in the war?
Israel's recent operation targets Hezbollah's financial resources, including Al-Qard al-Hassan bank, known for money laundering and criminal activities.
The autumn season is in full swing with gray days and fluctuating weather. Despite the high temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees, the forecast remains unsettled.
The national action day for Giro555 has started at the Institute for Sound & Vision in Hilversum. Two students, one Jewish and one Palestinian, opened the Giro555 action center in the media museum.
Russia is angry with South Korea for sending drones with propaganda to North Korea, threatening the 'rule of law' in the country.
Ukraine's use of drones equipped with artificial intelligence is providing advantages in warfare, but moral dilemmas arise from the deployment of AI on the battlefield.
German intelligence services have raised alarms in Berlin about the threat posed by Russia, with a focus on NATO's vulnerability and defensive capacity.
A former Stasi officer has been sentenced to ten years in prison for a murder in 1974. He was found guilty of shooting a Polish man at a border crossing between East and West Germany in Berlin.
Chinese government's widespread espionage activities in collaboration with citizens and businesses is causing concern among Western intelligence agencies.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk calls for control over borders to ensure security and minimize illegal migration in Poland.
Egon Krenz, the last leader of East Germany, remains unchanged in his pro-Russian beliefs since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Despite some former colleagues expressing regret for the dictatorship, Krenz is unapologetic and continues to find support among seniors.
Three hospitals in Cologne have been evacuated for the disarmament of a bomb from World War II, marking the largest evacuation in the West German city since 1945.
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has turned a Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupé into a minivan for his wife Priscilla Chan, surprising her with the unique vehicle design.
The death of Frances Crawford, the wife of a decorated pilot, is now being investigated as a murder case after initially being considered an accident.
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida as a category 5 hurricane, with sustained winds of 250 kilometers per hour.
Iran's nuclear program has been a thorn in the side of Israel for years. How quickly can Iran develop a nuclear bomb?
The Middle East is on edge as Iran launches a massive rocket attack on Israel, prompting fears of escalating conflict. Israel vows revenge while Iran warns against further aggression.
Lebanon, once known as the 'Switzerland of the Middle East', lost its status due to internal discord among its diverse population, the Palestinian issue, and multiple Israeli invasions.
The recent state elections in Germany have raised questions about the rising popularity of radical right-wing parties among the youth in East Germany.
The lower house of the Russian parliament has approved a bill to ban Russian children from being adopted by parents in countries where gender-affirming care is provided.
After 73 years, Luis Armando Albino, who was kidnapped in 1951 at the age of six, has been found alive and well by his niece.
A New Zealand pilot, Phillip Mehrtens, who was abducted by Papuan separatists in early 2023 has been released and taken to a hospital in Timika for medical check-up.
New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens has been released after 592 days of captivity by separatists in West Papua for humanitarian reasons. He was reportedly suffering from asthma during his captivity.
