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Horror: Deathless muse of the arts

From films to fashion to music: An exhibition titled "Death and the Devil" looks at how horror has found its way into different art forms.

An iconic figure of horror: 'Nosferatu'(Image courtesy Ronald Grant Archive/ Picture Library/IMAGO )

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Published on Sep 24, 2023 03:51 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Parmita Uniyal

Hiroshima victim's origami a warning from the past

The family of Sadako Sasaki, who died of radiation poisoning in 1955, wants her paper cranes recognized by UNESCO as a significant symbol of the horrors.

Sadako Sasaki's paper cranes on display at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. (DW/Kyodo/picture alliance)

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Published on Sep 21, 2023 10:50 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

In Croatia, tourism boom has environmentalists worried

After introducing the euro and joining the Schengen area, Croatia has seen visitor numbers balloon. But what does this mean for the environment?

Dubrovnik is one of Croatia's most visited destinations. The introduction of the euro and joining the Schengen area have boosted visitor numbers. But that has its downsides. (Grgo Jelavic/Pixsell/picture alliance)

travel

Published on Sep 20, 2023 12:57 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Rare, deadly Nipah virus: What are the symptoms?

The deadly Nipah virus has broken out again in Kerala. The rare virus is transmitted by fruit bats, and those who fall ill have a low chance of survival.

In this photo from a scanning electron microscope, the Nipah virus (colored yellow) can be seen budding from the surface of a cell. (DW/NIH / IMAGE POINT FR/picture alliance)

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Published on Sep 16, 2023 12:40 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle, Delhi

Morocco's deadly earthquake destroys cultural sites

UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as priceless historical landmarks were severely damaged by the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Morocco.

The earthquake damaged several culturally significant sites in Morocco, including the Kharbouch Mosque in Marrakech. (Lafargue Raphael/ABACA/picture alliance)

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Published on Sep 14, 2023 11:13 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Germany's largest Hindu temple set to open in Berlin

The largest Hindu temple in Germany is due to open in the capital in the coming months.

The Hindu temple on the edge of Berlin's Hasenheide park is to open this fall. (Christoph Strack/DW)

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Published on Sep 04, 2023 02:40 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Why does China want kids to spend less time on their phones?

The Chinese government has proposed a "minor mode" feature on smartphones and apps to combat "internet addiction" among youth. But first, parents must approve.

China's cyberspace regulator says children should be limited to a maximum of two hours a day on their smartphones. (DW/ALY SONG/REUTERS)

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Updated on Sep 03, 2023 01:37 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Meningococci: Bacteria with epidemic potential

Meningococcus is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis worldwide. And as the recent outbreak in the United States shows, it can be life-threatening.

Meningococci are bacteria that can cause meningitis or sepsis. This can be life-threatening. (CAVALLINI JAMES/BSIP/picture alliance)

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Published on Sep 02, 2023 02:41 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Parmita Uniyal

From Darwin to Mars: Why life's origins are disputed

Life is a mystery. If it all began in Darwin's earthly primordial soup, how do we explain evidence of the same in space?

Cellular life first evolved around 3.7 billion years ago. What came first were loose arrangements of organic molecules in a bag-like vesicle, similar to the image here. (DW/Monash University/AP/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 30, 2023 06:03 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle, Delhi

Why is fentanyl so deadly?

Fentanyl is a painkiller 70 times stronger than morphine. Its euphoria-producing effects have made it a common illicit drug. But 2 mg is enough to kill you.

Fentanyl is a painkiller 70 times stronger than morphine and a common illicit drug. But just 2 mg is enough to kill you. (File Photo)

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Updated on Aug 30, 2023 11:36 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Tourism: Bye bye backpackers — hello culture buffs?

A growing number of tourist destinations are hoping to attract wealthier, more considerate tourists with a genuine interest in the local culture.

A growing number of tourist destinations are hoping to attract wealthier, more considerate tourists. (DW/Caro/Muhs/picture alliance)

travel

Updated on Aug 29, 2023 04:28 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

'I Have a Dream': Martin Luther King and the power of words

60 years after Martin Luther King delivered his iconic speech in Washington DC, the US civil rights activist's words still have an incomparable impact today.

Unforgettable: Martin Luther King delivers his legendary speech in Washington DC. (DW/akg-images/picture alliance)

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Updated on Aug 28, 2023 04:04 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

Extreme weather is a cause of post-traumatic stress

Anyone who has experienced a flood or wildfire is at high risk of mental illness and post-traumatic stress.

Many places around the world to have suffered catastrophic wildfires this summer, including the Spanish island of Tenerife (Arturo Rodriguez/AP/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 27, 2023 07:48 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Parmita Uniyal

Restituted sculpture of Alexander the Great - a forgery?

In May 2023, the Greek Ministry of Culture rejoiced at the return of ancient objects, including a sculpture of Alexander the Great. One catch: Is it real?

This suspected forgery was last displayed in public in 2000.

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Updated on Aug 23, 2023 01:15 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

How the COVID pandemic changed the travel industry

The COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but it's left a mark on travel habits and the hospitality industry.

travel

Published on Aug 22, 2023 04:30 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Dating apps: Blessing or curse?

Swipe left, swipe right: The advent of Tinder 11 years ago revolutionized online dating and made it mainstream. Many users find the apps can harm mental health.

Too superficial? Online dating apps appear at first to offer endless possibilities - but many users end up disappointed. (DW/Taidgh Barron/dpa/picture alliance)

relationships

Published on Aug 21, 2023 01:49 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

Pompeii discovery sheds light on life under slavery

Italy's Culture Ministry said details discovered in an excavated bedroom show conditions under which enslaved people had to live in Pompeii.

The furnishings of the room in Villa Civita Giuliana indicate that there may have been a hierarchy within the servants' quarters. (DW/Parco Archeologico di Pompei/dpa/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 21, 2023 01:40 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

COVID variant EG.5: What we know about Eris

The WHO says new omicron subvariant EG.5 Eris is a virus of interest. It's reignited talk about vaccines and speculation about a return of the pandemic.

Come autumn/winter, we may be back to regular COVID tests. (DW/pressefoto_korb/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 17, 2023 01:46 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

How a tribal school in Tripura is opening new doors

An endeavour to provide education for children belonging to marginalized Reang tribes of Tripura is bringing hope to some of India's most vulnerable children.

The Great India Talent School in Tripura is opening doors for many young Tribal students. (DW/Murali Krishnan)

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Published on Aug 17, 2023 01:38 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle, Delhi

Is climate change affecting tourism in southern Europe?

Frequent heat waves, droughts, and forest fires are wreaking havoc on Mediterranean countries this summer, which will have an impact on the future of tourism.

The Greek island of Rhodes was ravaged by wildfires. (DW/Christoph Reichwein/dpa/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 16, 2023 12:06 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Oldest preserved globe, the Behaim, reveals dark side of human exploration

The oldest preserved globe - the Behaim - is a testament to an early chapter in the history of globalization, with the dark side of colonization.

The Behaim Globe is also known as the Erdapfel. (DW/Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg)

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Published on Aug 15, 2023 02:48 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

How teenagers from the Bronx invented hip-hop 50 years ago

On August 11, 1973, Clive and Cindy Campbell threw a party in their apartment building in Bronx. DJ Kool Herc's beats that evening marked the birth of hip-hop.

50 years ago, DJ Kool Herc invented hip-hop through his 'merry-go-round' technique. (DW/xenolabrainx/Pond5 Images/IMAGO)

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Updated on Aug 13, 2023 02:47 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

How elderly citizens in India are finding love

Indian seniors are refusing to spend their twilight years alone and are turning to matchmaking and dating apps. But this means breaking some deep-seated taboos.

India's elderly population has to go against societal norms to find new partners. (Pexels)

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Published on Aug 13, 2023 02:32 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

New coronavirus variant EG.5 on the rise: WHO, CDC on alert

The EG.5 variant has been spreading rapidly in the US and has higher transmissibility. A US health official says updated vaccines will offer protection.

health

Updated on Aug 11, 2023 01:36 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Battle for the beaches: Greek islanders fight for access

In a protest dubbed The Beach Towel Revolt, Greek islanders are fighting the creeping, illegal privatization of beaches. The towel movement demands free access.

A familiar sight on Greek beaches: Identical sun loungers and umbrellas fill almost the entire beach, right up to the shoreline. (Konstantinos Bizas/DW)

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Updated on Aug 10, 2023 03:01 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Italy's fight against mass tourism

Growing numbers of tourists have caused Italian cities and regions to set regulations through bans, controls and fees. Will they work?

Growing numbers of tourists have caused Italian cities and regions to set regulations through bans, controls and fees. (DW/Reinhard Kaufhold/dpa/picture alliance)

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Published on Aug 09, 2023 01:09 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Hiroshima: Atomic bomb survivors keep memory alive

As city pays homage to the victims of the 1945 nuclear bombing, the memories are being preserved by the next generation. Survivors tell stories to “successors”.

Nuclear bombing survivors speak often at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, where images of the devastated city are exhibited. (Aimie Eliot/DW)

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Published on Aug 06, 2023 10:55 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Rebuilding Beirut's cultural life

Three years after a massive explosion devastated Beirut, cultural institutions are still struggling to pick up the pieces. But restored new museums offer hope.

Amale Andraos' light-filled museum building in Beirut is scheduled for completion by 2026. (DW/Work AC)

art culture

Published on Aug 05, 2023 11:16 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi

Freddie Mercury treasure trove on show before auction

Sotheby's in London presents 'Freddie Mercury: A World of his Own,' an exhibition and auction of the rock star's kaleidoscopic personal collection.

Freddie Mercury's legendary crown is a feature of the Sotheby's exhibition. (John Angelillo/newscom/picture alliance)

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Updated on Aug 04, 2023 10:38 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

German archaeologists excavate centuries-old ship in Baltic

Divers salvaged 400-year-old shipwreck in southwestern Baltic Sea. Scientists hope the wreck will give insight into Lübeck's role at centre of Hanseatic League.

Buried under silt for centuries, archaeologists describe the discovery of the well-preserved wreck as 'sensational'. (DW/Marcus Brandt/dpa/picture alliance)

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Updated on Aug 01, 2023 03:56 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi

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From films to fashion to music: An exhibition titled "Death and the Devil" looks at how horror has found its way into different art forms.

The family of Sadako Sasaki, who died of radiation poisoning in 1955, wants her paper cranes recognized by UNESCO as a significant symbol of the horrors.

After introducing the euro and joining the Schengen area, Croatia has seen visitor numbers balloon. But what does this mean for the environment?

The deadly Nipah virus has broken out again in Kerala. The rare virus is transmitted by fruit bats, and those who fall ill have a low chance of survival.

UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as priceless historical landmarks were severely damaged by the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Morocco.

The largest Hindu temple in Germany is due to open in the capital in the coming months.

The Chinese government has proposed a "minor mode" feature on smartphones and apps to combat "internet addiction" among youth. But first, parents must approve.

Meningococcus is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis worldwide. And as the recent outbreak in the United States shows, it can be life-threatening.

Life is a mystery. If it all began in Darwin's earthly primordial soup, how do we explain evidence of the same in space?

Fentanyl is a painkiller 70 times stronger than morphine. Its euphoria-producing effects have made it a common illicit drug. But 2 mg is enough to kill you.

A growing number of tourist destinations are hoping to attract wealthier, more considerate tourists with a genuine interest in the local culture.

60 years after Martin Luther King delivered his iconic speech in Washington DC, the US civil rights activist's words still have an incomparable impact today.

Anyone who has experienced a flood or wildfire is at high risk of mental illness and post-traumatic stress.

In May 2023, the Greek Ministry of Culture rejoiced at the return of ancient objects, including a sculpture of Alexander the Great. One catch: Is it real?

The COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but it's left a mark on travel habits and the hospitality industry.

Swipe left, swipe right: The advent of Tinder 11 years ago revolutionized online dating and made it mainstream. Many users find the apps can harm mental health.

Italy's Culture Ministry said details discovered in an excavated bedroom show conditions under which enslaved people had to live in Pompeii.

The WHO says new omicron subvariant EG.5 Eris is a virus of interest. It's reignited talk about vaccines and speculation about a return of the pandemic.

An endeavour to provide education for children belonging to marginalized Reang tribes of Tripura is bringing hope to some of India's most vulnerable children.

Frequent heat waves, droughts, and forest fires are wreaking havoc on Mediterranean countries this summer, which will have an impact on the future of tourism.

The oldest preserved globe - the Behaim - is a testament to an early chapter in the history of globalization, with the dark side of colonization.

On August 11, 1973, Clive and Cindy Campbell threw a party in their apartment building in Bronx. DJ Kool Herc's beats that evening marked the birth of hip-hop.

Indian seniors are refusing to spend their twilight years alone and are turning to matchmaking and dating apps. But this means breaking some deep-seated taboos.

The EG.5 variant has been spreading rapidly in the US and has higher transmissibility. A US health official says updated vaccines will offer protection.

In a protest dubbed The Beach Towel Revolt, Greek islanders are fighting the creeping, illegal privatization of beaches. The towel movement demands free access.

Growing numbers of tourists have caused Italian cities and regions to set regulations through bans, controls and fees. Will they work?

As city pays homage to the victims of the 1945 nuclear bombing, the memories are being preserved by the next generation. Survivors tell stories to “successors”.

Three years after a massive explosion devastated Beirut, cultural institutions are still struggling to pick up the pieces. But restored new museums offer hope.

Sotheby's in London presents 'Freddie Mercury: A World of his Own,' an exhibition and auction of the rock star's kaleidoscopic personal collection.

Divers salvaged 400-year-old shipwreck in southwestern Baltic Sea. Scientists hope the wreck will give insight into Lübeck's role at centre of Hanseatic League.

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