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Europe is the third-most populous continent on the planet, home to an estimated population in the region of three-quarters of a billion people. The continent stretches beyond the borders of the 27-member European Union.

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Cross on a grave hung with spiderwebs at night.

Cross on a grave hung with spiderwebs at night.

Halloween: Origins, customs and why it is celebrated

Halloween is not actually an ancient Celtic custom, nor was it invented by the American candy industry.

An older woman wearing a headscarf prepares to cast her vote in Hrusevo, Moldova

An older woman wearing a headscarf prepares to cast her vote in Hrusevo, Moldova

Moldovan police explain how Russia meddled in recent polls

Police in Moldova have outlined how votes were bought with Russian support in the run-up to the country's recent votes.

Chinese visitors view MG 6 and Roewe RX8 hybrid cars of SAIC Motor on display in Shanghai, China, 19 September 2018.

Chinese visitors view MG 6 and Roewe RX8 hybrid cars of SAIC Motor on display in Shanghai, China, 19 September 2018.

China decries new EU tariffs on its electric vehicles

The EU increased tariffs on Chinese-built electric vehicles to as much as 45.3%.

A team of rescue workers in a flooded street in Spain

A team of rescue workers in a flooded street in Spain

Spain's Valencia, Andalusia regions hit by deadly floods

Eastern and southern Spain are facing one of the worst natural disasters to hit the European nation in recent years.

Orban is welcomed by Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in an official ceremony

Orban is welcomed by Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in an official ceremony

EU says Orban doesn't represent bloc in Georgia

Hungary's prime minister praised the Russia-allied Georgian Dream after it was declared winner of legislative elections.

IKEA entrance in Munich

IKEA entrance in Munich

Ikea to compensate East German prisoners for forced labor

The German branch of furniture giant Ikea has pledged millions to compensate workers from the now-defunct East Germany.

Loaves of German bread

Loaves of German bread

Germany: Thief steals bakery van with delivery man on board

The employee was in the van's cargo compartment when the vehicle was stolen, and had to escape by jumping out.

Supporters of Georgia's opposition parties hold a rally to protest and dispute the result of a recent parliamentary election won by the ruling Georgian Dream party, in Tbilisi, Georgia October 28, 2024.

Supporters of Georgia's opposition parties hold a rally to protest and dispute the result of a recent parliamentary election won by the ruling Georgian Dream party, in Tbilisi, Georgia October 28, 2024.

Georgia announces partial vote recount amid protests

Georgia's president called for an international probe after the country's election commission announced the recount.

Vilija Blinkeviciute speaks to the media and supporters during a postelection event

Vilija Blinkeviciute speaks to the media and supporters during a postelection event

Lithuania's Social Democrats look to bolster security

A center-left Cabinet and center-right opposition should ensure that Lithuanian politics stay mostly the same.

Porsche employees take part in a warning strike in front of the Porsche plant in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany

Porsche employees take part in a warning strike in front of the Porsche plant in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, Germany

Germany metalworkers launch strikes over pay

Warning strikes have begun in Germany's metal and electrical industries as collective bargaining continues.

TV-Videostill | Mutmaßliche Truppen aus Nordkorea in Russland

TV-Videostill | Mutmaßliche Truppen aus Nordkorea in Russland

Evidence of North Korean troops in Russia emerges

The West fears that North Korean troops will join the fight against Ukraine.

Former Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov pictured at a polling station during the country's general election, on October 27, 2024

Former Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov pictured at a polling station during the country's general election, on October 27, 2024

Bulgaria: Borisov's conservative GERB leads in early results

Former PM Boyko Borisov's center-right GERB party appears to have come out on top, with between 25% and 27% of the vote.

A local resident walks to cast their ballots at a polling station during a second round of voting in the parliamentary election on October 27, 2024

A local resident walks to cast their ballots at a polling station during a second round of voting in the parliamentary election on October 27, 2024

Lithuania: Opposition Social Democrats win election

Lithuania's Social Democratic Party wins parliamentary elections and looks forward to coalition talks.

Founder of the Georgian Dream party Bidzina Ivanishvili speaks after the announcement of exit poll results in parliamentary elections

Founder of the Georgian Dream party Bidzina Ivanishvili speaks after the announcement of exit poll results in parliamentary elections

Georgia: Ruling Georgian Dream party wins election

Georgia's electoral commission has declared the ruling Georgian Dream party the winner of Saturday's election.

The silhouette of a man against a brighter background

The silhouette of a man against a brighter background

Why are young Russians becoming 'saboteurs'?

Since Russia invaded Ukraine, arson attacks by juveniles on rail infrastructure and military have increased.

Donald Trump and Mark Rutte shake hands at the White House

Donald Trump and Mark Rutte shake hands at the White House

EU leaders who could get through to Donald Trump

Donald Trump preferred bilateral talks in his first presidency, but that approach could weaken both the EU and NATO.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz (l) shakes hands with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (r) at Hyderabad House in New Delhi

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz (l) shakes hands with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (r) at Hyderabad House in New Delhi

'Alles gut!': New Delhi, Berlin eager to bolster ties

Amid geopolitical tensions at Europe's and Asia's doorsteps, India and Germany are both eager to deepen bilateral ties.

Two men at Sofia Pride in 2024

Two men at Sofia Pride in 2024

Gay Russo-Belarusian couple seeks asylum in Bulgaria

Though Bulgaria recently passed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Andrei and Alex still hope to live there free from persecution.

Three flags of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) fly at a rally

Three flags of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) fly at a rally

Turkey, the Kurds and the PKK

The PKK has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack in Ankara. Who is the PKK and what do they strive for?

This undated handout custody photograph released by Police Service of Northern Ireland shows Alexander McCartney, a prolific 'catfish' offender

This undated handout custody photograph released by Police Service of Northern Ireland shows Alexander McCartney, a prolific 'catfish' offender

Online predator gets life in UK's biggest 'catfishing' case

The 26-year-old, Alexander McCartney, groomed teenagers online by pretending to be a girl, the court heard.

People walk past campaign posters of the ruling Georgian Dream party in Tbilisi

People walk past campaign posters of the ruling Georgian Dream party in Tbilisi

Georgia's path to the EU looms large in 2024 election

A new parliament is being elected in Georgia. The vote promises to be decisive for the country's path toward the EU.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a ceremony

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at a ceremony

How North Korea is changing Russia's war in Ukraine

Signs are growing that North Korean soldiers are to fight on Russia's side in Ukraine.

Walter Rosenkranz (l) smiles as he sits next to Herbert Kickl (r), leader of the far-right FPÖ, during the inaugural session of Austria's new parliament

Walter Rosenkranz (l) smiles as he sits next to Herbert Kickl (r), leader of the far-right FPÖ, during the inaugural session of Austria's new parliament

Austria elects far-right parliamentary speaker

Walter Rosenkranz's appointment comes after the Freedom Party won the most seats in September's election.

Fokus Europa Schweiz Geröllrutsch

Fokus Europa Schweiz Geröllrutsch

Focus on Europe — Spotlight on People

Residents of Swiss alpine valleys are being forced to move, as landslides increase.

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

Inside Europe 24 October 2024

Russia's airspace incursions spark calls for NATO action, Moldova's EU poll could impact Sandu's reelection, Gisele Pelicot tells of her ordeal in mass rape trial and Turkey awaits a new refugee crisis. Also: Georgia picks its next parliament, how Russia's war economy is fueling a housing crisis, Spanish football takes action against racism and Italy's plans for more wind and solar spark protests.

Train derailment in Nordland Finneidfjord

Train derailment in Nordland Finneidfjord

Norway train derails on north coast

According to police, a locomotive and five train carriages of the Arctic Circle Express went off the tracks.

African grey parrots sitting in a large cage

African grey parrots sitting in a large cage

Infamous swearing parrots pull crowds in Britain

The UK's biggest parrot sanctuary houses some birds that were taught to use coarse language by their former owners.

Beginn der Abiturprüfungen in Niedersachsen

Beginn der Abiturprüfungen in Niedersachsen

Netherlands: Schools ban cell phones

Cell phones are now prohibited during class at many schools in the Netherlands – a change for students.

Fokus Europa Schweiz Geröllrutsch

Fokus Europa Schweiz Geröllrutsch

In Swiss alps, concerns grow over dangerous landslides

Residents of Switzerland's alpine valley are being forced to move as deadly landslides increase.

Fokus Europa Luftverteidigung Frauen

Fokus Europa Luftverteidigung Frauen

Ukraine: Bucha's female defenders

An all-women volunteer unit is training to resist Russian attacks.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban speaks during an event marking the 68th anniversary of the 1956 revolution in Budapest

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban speaks during an event marking the 68th anniversary of the 1956 revolution in Budapest

Hungary: Orban compares EU to USSR, urges people to 'resist'

At a rally to commemorate the 1956 Hungarian Uprising, Hungary's Viktor Orban compared the EU to the Soviet Union.

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

DW Podcast | Inside Europe | provisorisch f ROAD

Inside Europe 10 October 2024

Irish soldiers in Lebanon, linguistic defiance in Belarus and the long shadow cast by Norway’s worst ever oil platform disaster. Also expect: modern day shepherds, post industrial landscapes, lenient lexicographers and edible insects!

Candles laid out for the victims of the Islamic State-inspired terror attack at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, UK

Candles laid out for the victims of the Islamic State-inspired terror attack at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, UK

Ariana Grande concert attack: UK court dismisses conspiracy

A father and daughter who both survived the 2017 concert attack in Manchester have won a harassment claim.

Three women, wearing headscarves, sit at a table with coffee cups and handbags in front of them.

Three women, wearing headscarves, sit at a table with coffee cups and handbags in front of them.

Afghan women, forced out by Taliban, study medicine abroad

Nineteen women who had to stop studying when the Taliban came to power are finishing their medical degrees in Scotland.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and British Defense Secretary John Healey shaking hands during a press conference in Berlin. July 24, 2024.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and British Defense Secretary John Healey shaking hands during a press conference in Berlin. July 24, 2024.

Germany, UK plan closer security and defense coordination

The countries' defense ministers will sign a commitment to better coordinate security and defense policy in London.

A man in glasses and a suit (Finland's President Alexander Stubb) stands in front of EU and Finnish flags

A man in glasses and a suit (Finland's President Alexander Stubb) stands in front of EU and Finnish flags

Finland's president says NATO key to EU security, US power

President Alexander Stubb told DW NATO is key to European security, voicing no doubt Ukraine will join the alliance.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb in a DW Interview

Finnish President Alexander Stubb in a DW Interview

Finland will do its 'part to fend off Russian aggression'

Finnish President Alexander Stubb speaks to DW about the importance of NATO and Ukraine's path to EU membership.

Islamic preacher Fethullah Gulen is pictured at his residence in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania in this December 28, 2004

Islamic preacher Fethullah Gulen is pictured at his residence in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania in this December 28, 2004

Turkey's Fethullah Gulen: A cleric with political clout

Gulen, a former ally of the Turkish president turned archenemy who died Sunday, had been living in US exile since 1999.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier applauds US President Joe Biden after awarding him Germany's Grand Cross special class of the Order of Merit.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier applauds US President Joe Biden after awarding him Germany's Grand Cross special class of the Order of Merit.

Will Joe Biden be the last trans-Atlantic US president?

During his visit to Germany, US President Joe Biden stressed the importance of the German-US relationship.

An elderly woman raises her arms as young revellers smile at her.

An elderly woman raises her arms as young revellers smile at her.

Belgian octogenerians dance the night away at techno party

Techno parties can be fun, even for seniors. In Belgium, organizer Papy Booom proves that you're never too old to dance.

President Maia Sandu holding a press conference after the vote on Monday October 21, 2024

President Maia Sandu holding a press conference after the vote on Monday October 21, 2024

Moldova narrowly votes 'yes' to EU membership

Early preliminary results had shown a majority "no," but a surge of ballots from abroad provided last-minute support.

Two planes belonging to Eurowings and Ryanair at Berlin's airport

Two planes belonging to Eurowings and Ryanair at Berlin's airport

German aviation sector calls for air travel taxes to be cut

Airlines like Eurowings and Ryanair have reduced flights from German airports after complaining about high fees.

People sitting in a bar

People sitting in a bar

The story behind the Netherlands' empty prisons

Around the world, prisoner numbers are growing — but in the Netherlands they're falling. A success story?

Charlie Chaplin looking through a camera on the set of his film "Modern Times"

Charlie Chaplin looking through a camera on the set of his film "Modern Times"

Charlie Chaplin: Keeping a comedy genius in business

The Chaplin Office in Paris is guardian of the film icon's legacy. Decades after his death it is busier than ever.

Avignon Gisele Pelicot und ihre Kinder

Avignon Gisele Pelicot und ihre Kinder

Why Pelicot rape trial made abuse video screenings public

French rape survivor Gisele Pelicot has chosen to make her trial public, determined to shame her abusers.

Women hold up posters

Women hold up posters

Turkey faces spate of brutal murders of women

Turkey has seen a wave of femicides in 2024. Women's rights groups say Erdogan's government is partly to blame.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan shake hands at their meeting in Istanbul, Turkey, on October 19, 2024

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan shake hands at their meeting in Istanbul, Turkey, on October 19, 2024

Scholz defends arms sales to Turkey after Erdogan talks

Germany has lifted curbs on military exports that were imposed after Turkey's 2016 ground offensive in northern Syria.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un surrounded by military personnel

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un surrounded by military personnel

Ukraine war: What is extent of North Korea's involvement?

Ukraine and South Korea have both indicated that North Korea is getting more involved in Russia's war against Ukraine.

Martin Sellner taking part in a demo in Austria in July

Martin Sellner taking part in a demo in Austria in July

Martin Sellner: Switzerland expels Austrian far-right figure

Far-right activist Martin Sellner was escorted out of Switzerland after apparently defying the entry ban against him.

Fokus La Palma

Fokus La Palma

Spain's La Palma still battles volcano eruption's toxic gas

The island of La Palma is still coping with the aftermath of the Tajogaite volcano eruption, 3 years on.