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Weather
Rain or shine — it's all about the climate.
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North Korea faces food shortages as drought threatens crops
The country's state-run news has said much of the country has been hit by an unusually severe drought.
Extreme weather and green energy on the rise in Europe
Europe's climate extremes hit new records in 2025 — but renewables overtook fossil fuels for the first time.
Fact check: Cloud seeding didn't make it rain in Iran
Social media claims that the alleged destruction of a UAE climate center caused intense rain in Iran are misleading.
Climate change impacts India's harvest festivals
Rooted in ecological renewal, rural Indian communities mark spring festivals against the backdrop of climate change.
Italy's coastal real estate needs better storm protection
Insufficient coastal protection has meant that storms are wreaking ever more damage on Italy’s shores.
El Nino forecast as ocean temperatures approach record highs
The EU's global warming monitor also reported the second-highest global sea surface temperature.
Build resilience: Climate-conscious cities, homes and coasts
How ancient sand dunes protect Tamil Nadu’s coastline, and how our cities could become shields against extreme weather.
Flood damage in Hawaii
Hawaii is experiencing its worst flooding in two decades, and residents face a difficult cleanup.
Earth's climate more unbalanced than ever, WMO warns
The world's oceans are breaking heat records, glaciers are retreating and extreme weather is killing thousands.
US: Hawaii hit by historic flooding, more rain coming
Meteorologists say more heavy rains are expected to hit Hawaii in the coming days as residents scramble to reach safety.
An answer to US drought conditions may be in the toilet
With climate change intensifying drought in many regions, cities are exploring ways to turn sewage into drinking water.
Germany's unusable bunkers reveals issues in emergency prep
Around 600 public shelters in Germany are not ready for use. What should people do in an emergency?
US: Tornadoes kill several people in Michigan, Oklahoma
Tornadoes touched down in Oklahoma and Michigan, with rescuers searching for survivors and providing assistance.
How protecting nature could make the world safer
Biodiversity loss could disrupt the global food supply, but financial solutions are emerging.
Why are more Nigerians going hungry?
Flooding, hunger, and corruption fears collide as up to 35 million Nigerians at risk of food insecurity.
Yes, heat pumps really work in freezing cold weather
People are increasingly using heat pumps to warm their homes. The devices save money and are good for the environment.
How 200-year-old tea leaves could secure the future of tea
As climate change threatens tea harvests, scientists are studying 200-year-old leaves to breed more resilient crops.
Why EVs are perfect for winter!
Contrary to all preconceptions, electric cars are particularly suited to cold and snowy weather.
US: Eight skiers dead after avalanche in California
The eight skiers were part of a three-day trek in Sierra Nevada. One more person is still missing.
How climate change is reshaping the world's wine map
Climate change is transforming where wine can be made. Some regions are losing ground. Others are unexpectedly gaining.
Southern Europe takes another extreme weather battering
Emergency services, stretched thin, are struggling to cope as powerful storms sweep across Portugal, Spain and Italy.
Storm batters France, Spain: 3 dead, thousands without power
Storm Nils left three dead and thousands without electricity in southern France and northern Spain.
Indonesians are still without shelter months after floods
Two months have passed since flash floods and landslides hit Aceh, Indonesia, but disaster victims are still living in h
Why scientists warn of privately funded geoengineering
As the climate crisis intensifies, interest in solar engineering is rising — including that of private investors.
Rains pummel Spain, Portugal, leaving 1 dead, 1 missing
Storm Leonardo has dumped months' worth of rain in a matter of hours in parts of the Iberian Peninsula.
US cold snap helps curb Florida's invasive iguana numbers
In Florida, winter temperatures have sent invasive lizards into hibernation, helping authorities with pest control.
Public transport strike adds to weather chaos in Germany
The strikers' demands contradict Chancellor Friedrich Merz's call for more working hours.
Cold weather, Russian attacks force Ukrainians to evacuate
Aid workers are trying to persuade people to leave while they can. DW followed one such operation in Zaphorizhzhia.
Landslide in Sicily: Life on the edge
Residents were evacuated in Niscemi on the Italian island of Sicily after heavy rainfall caused the ground to give way.
Storm Chandra batters Ireland, UK
Heavy rain and strong winds have caused widespread flooding and travel disruption across the region.
Flooding hammers Mozambique, southern African neighbors
Torrential flooding has affected 1.3 million people, and the death toll is still rising.
US withdrawal from Paris Agreement comes into effect
A decade from the landmark climate treaty renewables are growing but so are CO2 levels.
Australian Open tennis encounters extreme heat
Tournament organizers have instituted their extreme heat protocols amid blistering temperatures.
Severe winter storm paralyzes parts of the US
Snow chaos and arctic cold have put large parts of the US in a state of emergency. Authorities are urging caution.
US winter storm: 13,000 flights canceled as temperatures dip
Millions of people hunkered down as a major winter storm pummeled much of central and eastern half of the country.
How climate change forces Indian farmers to stay single
Farmer Anil Jadhav's dreams of having a large family are becoming less and less likely with each drought.
Half of US braces for huge winter storm
More than 210 million people were under cold weather advisories or warnings.
New Zealand: Campers missing after Mount Maunganui landslide
Several campers, including children, are reportedly missing after a landslide hit a busy campsite at Mount Maunganui.
Northern lights dazzle US, Europe amid intense solar storm
The sun ejected the largest solar radiation storm in 20 years. The storm caused auroras in some parts of the world.
Hundreds of people killed or missing after floods in southern Africa
More than 200 people have been killed and hundreds of thousands displaced by weeks of flooding in southeastern Africa.
Kenyan milk producers embrace game-changing new tech
In Kenya's arid regions, keeping milk fresh is challenging. But new technology can help.
Deadly South Africa floods trigger Kruger Park evacuations
Floods have killed at least 19 people in Limpopo and Mpumalanga, with more rain expected.
Australians are changing their response to wildfires
As Australia suffers more catastrophic wildfires, DW's Stuart Braun says locals are getting out while they can.
Winter storms Goretti and Elli batter Germany, France, UK
Severe weather warnings have been issued as winter storms bring hurricane-force winds and heavy snow to northern Europe.
Australia: State of disaster declared amid Victoria fires
Thousands of firefighters are working to douse several bush fires that are still raging in Australia's southeast.
Australia: 3 missing as 'catastrophic' bushfires rage
The bushfires ignited as an intense heat wave swept southern Australia destroying homes and forcing evacuations.
Storm Goretti set to unleash snowy winter havoc on UK
The storm will bring intense winds and heavy snowfall to the UK, with weather warnings in place across the country.
Snow, ice disrupt travel across western Europe
Hundreds of flights have been grounded in Amsterdam and Paris, where bus services were also suspended.
Severe winter weather hits Europe
Six people have died in France as a severe cold snap grips Europe. Ice, snow and sub-zero temperatures disrupt travel.
Snow storm blankets New York City, disrupting holiday travel
Thousands of flights were cancelled or delayed during the busy travel period between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
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