Richard Connor

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Freelance journalist living and working in Germany. Lapsed zoologist from Oldham, UK. Likely to follow you back.

Articles

Russia and Ukraine meet briefly in Istanbul – DW – 06/02/2025

5 days ago | dw.com | Tanika Godbole |Richard Connor

Published 06/02/2025Published June 2, 2025A second round of talks on a potential ceasefire came as both Ukraine and Russia have stepped up attacks. The talks come after a drone attack yesterday on Russian airbases destroyed strategic aircraft.
Finland summons Russian ambassador over alleged air breach – DW – 05/26/2025

1 week ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

05/26/2025May 26, 2025Finland has demanded answers from Russia over an alleged airspace breach near Helsinki. The move comes amid growing concern over Russian military activity along the border. https://p.dw.com/p/4uvMjFinland summoned Russia's ambassador on Monday after two Russian military aircraft allegedly violated Finnish airspace near the southern coast last week.
Four ex-VW managers guilty of fraud over diesel test scandal – DW – 05/26/2025

1 week ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

BreakingCars and TransportationGermany05/26/2025May 26, 2025Four former Volkswagen executives have been found guilty of fraud in a criminal trial relating to the "Dieselgate" scandal. https://p.dw.com/p/4uuClThe Braunschweig Regional Court in northern Germany on Monday convicted four former Volkswagen executives on fraud charges over the "Dieselgate" scandal. Two of the executives were sentenced to several years in prison, with two other former employees receiving suspended sentences.
Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso confirmed as new Real Madrid coach – DW – 05/25/2025

1 week ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

05/25/2025May 25, 2025Xabi Alonso will take over as Real Madrid coach from June 1, the Spanish club has confirmed. The former midfield star returns after leading Bayer Leverkusen to a historic domestic treble. https://p.dw.com/p/4usz3Spanish soccer giant Real Madrid has confirmed Bayer Leverkusen coachXabi Alonso as its new coach from June 1.
Venezuelans head to polls as opposition urges boycott – DW – 05/25/2025

1 week ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

05/25/2025May 25, 2025Voting is set to take place in Venezuela for lawmakers and governors after a crackdown that saw dozens of government critics detained. Turnout is expected to be low as opposition leaders urge a boycott https://p.dw.com/p/4usneVenezuelans are voting on Sunday in elections for lawmakers, governors, and other officials amid increased government repression and rising calls from the opposition to boycott the polls.
UN chief says Israel allowing only 'teaspoon' of Gaza aid

2 weeks ago | msn.com | Richard Connor |Srinivas Mazumdaru |Kieran Burke

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US updates: Wall Street slides after Trump tariff threats – DW – 05/23/2025

2 weeks ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

05/23/2025May 23, 2025Wall Street has tumbled after Donald Trump proposed steep new tariffs on the EU and Apple. The tariff warnings have rattled markets and raised fresh concerns about trade instability. Follow DW for the latest. https://p.dw.com/p/4uqdRWhat you need to knowWall Street shares have been tumbling after US President Donald Trump reignited trade tensions, threatening a 50% tariff on the EU and at least 25% on Apple if it does not shift iPhone production to the US.
Truk Masuk Gaza, Tapi Bantuan Belum Sepenuhnya Tiba ke Warga – DW – 23.05.2025

2 weeks ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

23.05.202523 Mei 2025Sejak Maret, Israel memblokir pengiriman bantuan kemanusiaan ke Jalur Gaza. Baru sekarang beberapa truk mulai masuk lagi, tapi banyak barang masih tertahan. Apa artinya buka blokade jika bantuan tak sampai ke penerima? https://p.dw.com/p/4unSNOrganisasi Bulan Sabit Merah Palestina pada hari Kamis (22/05) menyebutkan bahwa truk-truk bantuan diperbolehkan masuk ke Gaza minggu ini, namun pasokan bantuan belum sepenuhnya sampai ke tangan warga sipil.
Truk Masuk Gaza, Tapi Bantuan Belum Sepenuhnya Tiba ke Warga – DW – 23.05.2025

2 weeks ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

23.05.202523 Mei 2025Sejak Maret, Israel memblokir pengiriman bantuan kemanusiaan ke Jalur Gaza. Baru sekarang beberapa truk mulai masuk lagi, tapipi banyak barang masih tertahan. Apa artinya buka blokade jika bantuan tak sampai ke penerima? https://p.dw.com/p/4unSNBulan Sabit Palestina pada hari Kamis (22/05) menyebutkan bahwa truk-truk bantuan diperbolehkan masuk ke Gaza minggu ini, namun pasokan bantuan belum sepenuhnya sampai ke tangan warga sipil.
Red Crescent warns Gaza aid still undelivered – DW – 05/22/2025

2 weeks ago | dw.com | Richard Connor

The Palestinian Red Crescent on Thursday warned that aid trucks allowed into Gaza this week have not yet reached civilians and that the limited number of deliveries risks fueling chaos and violence. Israel announced this week it would begin allowing aid into the Palestinian territory after a nearly three-month blockade of food and supplies.