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Wildfires rage

Russia is experiencing record-breaking heat, and now wildfires are burning outside of Moscow.

Music

The 99th celebration of Wagner's operas has opened in Bayreuth.

Reader Response

• Love Parade tragedy DW readers write in to talk about the issue of who should take responsibility for the deaths.

one for the road

UK government plans tougher legislation to combat alcohol-excess among binge-drinking Brits.

up in smoke

Smoke-free cafe terraces are appearing in Paris, and some would like that to become the rule.

banking on success

An upstart bank in London hopes to poach customers with promises of more ethical business practices.

Tourism

• Discover Germany With sites dating back to the 11th century, Nuremberg offers plenty for history buffs.

Word of the Week

Learn a quirky or interesting German word each week.

july quiz

• Test your knowledge and win great Deutsche Welle prizes in this month's quiz.