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Island
An island or isle is any piece of sub-continental land that is surrounded by water.
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'Time is not on our side' — Islands urge climate action
The island nations special envoy told DW there could be 'total inundation' of the island within the century.
Tuvalu – living with the reality of climate change
'Time is not on our side', says Samuelu Laloniu, Special Envoy of the low-lying Pacific island nation of Tuvalu.
Architect David Chipperfield wins 2023 Pritzker Prize
The British architect won the prestigious prize for his timeless modern designs and focus on the climate crisis.
Pritzker Prize for Sir David Chipperfield
Sir David Chipperfield has won the Pritzker Prize, architecture's highest award. We spoke to him.
US Virgin Islands issues subpoena to Musk in Epstein lawsuit
The US Virgin Islands is seeking documents in its lawsuit accusing JPMorgan Chase & Co of helping enable late Epstein.
Credit Suisse buys Ecuador bonds for Galapagos conservation
Ecuador has committed to spending millions of dollars annually for 20 years to protect one of the precious ecosystem.
How to avoid the crowds on Santorini
Going to Santorini in the off season is perhaps the only time worth visiting. DW's Sarah Hucal reports.
Heligoland, islands in the North Sea
Lukas Stege went exploring in the Heligoland archipelago.
Australia: Aboriginal land rights campaigner Yunupingu dies
Yunupingu's passing comes ahead of a key referendum for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Rising water levels: Kenya's 7-year-old island
Kenya's Kokwa village has been affected by Lake Baringo's rising water level.
Bornholm – The world's greenest island?
The small Danish island of Bornholm is making a big push to become carbon neutral.
Profits, peaks & climate-proofing islands
What you need to know about the green energy promises of BP & Shell. Plus, climate resilience in Palau and Dominica.
New moai statue uncovered on Easter Island
Researchers believe there could be more statues and archaeological finds nearby.
Flower power, cloud catchers & green cobalt
Fighting fire with fog in Gran Canaria, the search for green cobalt, and making use of India's flood of flower waste.
New Zealand: Cyclone Gabrielle subsides but death toll rises
New Zealand is grappling with the aftermath of the cyclone which has left thousands displaced and at least five dead.
New Zealand braces for Cyclone Gabrielle
The storm already caused damage on the tiny Australian territory of Norfolk Island.
Modern fusion food in Mauritius
Chef Yu brings African, Chinese, French and Indian tastes together for a world-class culinary experience.
Clean energy and second-life batteries in Belle-Ile
Emission-free EVs, clean energy, and controversy on the French eco island - Belle-Ile
Top 10 winter islands in Germany
Those who love to holiday on Germany's islands but want to avoid the high season should go during the winter season.
Eight asylum seekers killed off Italian island of Lampedusa
The coastguard was able to save 42 people on the vessel that had gone adrift.
Island sues Swiss firm over climate change
The plaintiffs allege that global emissions caused by Holcim have contributed to sea level rise.
US opens embassy in Solomon Islands amid China threat
The embassy will start out with a small staff and aims to revitalize US-Solomon ties.
Görlach Global: A new world order in the Asia-Pacific region
Alexander Görlach
Japan and South Korea are devising new strategies to combat potential threats in the Asia-Pacific region.
Mallorca property boom stirs sellout fears among islanders
Mallorca's inhabitants have had enough of losing out in the property price wars and discuss banning sales to foreigners.
Looking for new ways of living together
On this week's show, we take a closer look at how the Canary Islands have been dealing with a large influx of refugees.
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts again
This comes less than one month after Kilauea stopped erupting.
Philippines responds to South China Sea 'encroachment'
The Philippines will boost its military presence in the South China Sea after reports China developed uninhabited reefs.
Fiji votes for change in government after 16 years
Prime Minister Bainimarama's opposition reached a deal to form a new coalition government.
Hammerhead shark nursery discovered off Galapagos Islands
Researchers say the find will play an important role in ongoing conservation efforts.
UK: Jersey explosion kills at least 3
The explosion on the British island off northern France also left several residents missing.
Spain: 3 migrants arrive after traveling on ship rudder
The migrants from Lagos, Nigeria, must now return home under stowaway laws, a police spokesperson has said.
Greek island gunning for carbon-neutrality
The Greek island test lab for Volkswagen's future mobility plans including EVs and autonomous cars.
REV - The Global Auto- and Mobility Show
40 years of the Opel Corsa, a carpooling app in Kampala, and a Greek EV island paradise
Philippines: Harris visits island near China-claimed waters
On a rare visit to Palawan island, the vice president pledged millions of dollars to assist in maritime law enforcement.
An island where women rule
Women are head of the family in the Bijago tribe. They also build houses and own property.
La Gomera's whistled language
Inhabitants of the Spanish island of La Gomera don't need a phone to get in touch over large distances.
Why Germany's Hallig islands are unique
In Germany, there are 10 islands that flood during storms — leaving the houses high and dry.
North Korea missile launch forces island dwellers to shelter
Residents on the island of Ulleung were told to shelter underground after ballistic missile launches from North Korea.
Saving the Galapagos Islands' natural paradise
The Galapagos Islands are home to unique biodiversity - but for how much longer?
Global 3000 - The Globalization Program
How can we prevent desertification? And how can we protect biodiversity in the Galapagos Islands?
Cleaning up after tourists
Inhabitants of Gorée Island off the coast of Dakar are composting organic waste left behind by tourists.
Fragile Galapagos Islands ecosystem under threat
The Galapagos Islands are home to some of the world's most unspoiled nature. But even here biodiversity is under threat.
World Stories – The week in reports
Ukraine: Optimism on front line near Kherson +++ Indonesia: From terrorist to farmer
In Croatia, jackals raid Kornati islands
Wild jackals are swimming to some Croatian islands, threatening the fragile ecosystem there.
Easter Island wildfire chars famous moai statues
A fire tore through an area on Easter Island where hundreds of the stone figures known as moai are located.
4 dead as migrant boat sinks off Canary Islands
The boat set off from the Western Sahara some nine days ago, reportedly carrying 34 migrants.
US vows commitment to Pacific Islands amid China threat
At the summit with Pacific Island nations, the US announced plans to expand in the region.
La Palma struggles to recover post volcano
The volcanic eruption on La Palma is over, but starting anew is proving to be difficult.
Mallorca’s white gold
In the salt flats of Mallorca, fine sea salt, called Flor de Sal, is harvested by hand.
Hurricane Ian heading for Cuba, Florida
Evacuations are underway in parts of Cuba, while authorities in Florida urged residents to prepare for wild weather.
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