'Dark patterns': Investigating online manipulation Thomas Latschan +++ © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

'Dark patterns': Investigating online manipulation Thomas Latschan 10 hours ago10 hours ago Ireland's media regulator is investigating Facebook and Instagram on suspicion that so-called dark patterns are used to manipulate users. https://www.dw.com/en/dark-patterns-investigating-online-manipulation/a-77072137 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Could Alberta separatists tear Canada apart? Tomi Oladipo 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 Separatists in Canada's oil-rich province Alberta have long sought greater autonomy from Ottawa. Now they say they have collected enough signatures to back a referendum on independence. What are their chances of success? https://www.dw.com/en/could-alberta-separatists-tear-canada-apart/video-77069969 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Austria: Police report 3 dead in shooting in Linz Mark Hallam with dpa, Reuters 4 hours ago4 hours ago Police in Austria report that three people have died after gunfire was heard in the city. Local media reported a large police presence in the north of the city. Police also said there was no ongoing threat to the public. https://www.dw.com/en/austria-police-report-3-dead-in-shooting-in-linz-say-no-further-danger-to-public/a-77081505 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Could Ghana outlaw 'sex for jobs' demands? Bouba Jalloh © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Could Ghana outlaw 'sex for jobs' demands? Bouba Jalloh 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 President John Mahama wants to criminalize employers demanding sex in exchange for work. But can a new law — that falls into a legal grey zone — be enforced? https://www.dw.com/en/could-ghana-outlaw-sex-for-jobs-demands/a-77062838 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Why EU sees Chinese solar tech as a major security risk Marie Sina © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Why EU sees Chinese solar tech as a major security risk Marie Sina 6 hours ago6 hours ago Europe's solar boom is powered by Chinese technology. But experts warn Chinese-made tech could threaten the continent's safety and even create blackouts. Now, Brussels is moving to reduce its dependence. https://www.dw.com/en/solar-sabotage-why-europe-sees-security-risks-in-solar-power/a-77066865 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

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Iran war The world is watching to see if a fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US will last. The war has severely disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Is Russian oil becoming a lifeline for Southeast Asia? David Hutt 4 hours ago4 hours ago With oil, gas and fertilizer imports squeezed by the Iran war, Southeast Asian governments are brushing off EU pressure and treating Russian energy as a tool of economic survival. https://www.dw.com/en/is-russian-oil-becoming-a-lifeline-for-southeast-asia/a-77079277 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | US-Iran war: What options are left for Trump on Iran? Anja Kueppers-McKinnon 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 The US and Iran appear closer than ever to a draft deal to end the war and reopen nuclear talks. But with the Strait of Hormuz still central to the standoff and pressure mounting at home and abroad, can Washington turn a one-page proposal into a real agreement without losing leverage? https://www.dw.com/en/us-iran-war-what-options-are-left-for-trump-on-iran/video-77066503 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Historic Lebanon-Israel talks: A no-win situation? Kersten Knipp 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 Despite recent talks between Israel and Lebanon, experts don't see much hope for a positive outcome — nor do locals in southern Lebanon, who are most affected by the conflict. https://www.dw.com/en/historic-lebanon-israel-talks-a-no-win-situation/a-77067522 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Iran war: Trump optimistic for deal as Tehran yet to respond Wesley Rahn | Jenipher Camino Gonzalez | Zac Crellin with AP, AFP, Reuters © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Iran war: Trump optimistic for deal as Tehran yet to respond Wesley Rahn | Jenipher Camino Gonzalez | Zac Crellin with AP, AFP, Reuters Published 16 hours agoPublished 16 hours agolast updated 1 hour agolast updated 1 hour ago Iran is reviewing the latest US proposal and will pass its response to Pakistan after "finalizing its views." Trump claimed the latest round of talks were "very good." DW has more. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-war-peace-deal-trump-optimistic/live-77072632 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Iran conflict disrupts Asia's plastic supply chain Georg Matthes © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

Iran conflict disrupts Asia's plastic supply chain Georg Matthes 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 Asia's plastic boom has long relied on cheap oil and petrochemical feedstock from the Middle East to make their products. But now that supply is under pressure and many are searching for alternatives. https://www.dw.com/en/asias-plastic-makers-grapple-with-oil-supply-shocks-and-higher-costs/video-77031410 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |

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Russia's war in Ukraine Russia launched a full-scale war on Ukraine on February 24, 2022, an escalation of a conflict that began with Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014. Ukraine accuses Russia of violating truce with drone barrage Olwen Atanackovic 22 hours ago22 hours ago Ukraine says Russia launched more than 100 drones and 3 missiles overnight, ignoring a ceasefire that took effect at midnight. President Zelenskyy had declared the truce in response to Russia's proposed May 8–9 pause. https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-accuses-russia-of-violating-truce-with-drone-barrage/video-77072117 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Ukraine war: Will the Victory Day ceasefire hold? Tomi Oladipo 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 Russia and Ukraine have each announced temporary ceasefires ahead of Moscow's Victory Day celebrations. But with distrust high on both sides, many doubt the pauses will hold — or lead to anything more lasting. https://www.dw.com/en/ukraine-war-will-the-victory-day-ceasefire-hold/video-77064912 © 2026 Deutsche Welle | Venice Biennale in crisis: The controversies explained Elizabeth Grenier 05/06/2026May 6, 2026 Following the resignation of the jury over Russia's and Israel's disputed participation, the traditional Golden Lion will not be awarded this year. https://www.dw.com/en/venice-biennale-in-crisis-the-controversies-explained/a-76807499 © 2026 Deutsche Welle |