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The Smurfette principle: 99 boys and one girl. Is the new Smurfs movie empowering girls or just another gender-imbalanced trope?
metawire.euThe Smurfette principle: 99 boys and one girl. Is the new Smurfs movie empowering girls or just another gender-imbalanced trope? - Metawire (Beta)The megastar plays a starring role in the new “Smurfs” animated movie. Yet the
portrayal of a beloved community of blue creatures has been criticized for a
lack of gender balance.
Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko: 'Putin only understands force'
metawire.euKyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko: 'Putin only understands force' - Metawire (Beta)In an interview with DW, the mayor of Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko,
explains what he thinks of US President Donald Trump’s recent 50-day ultimatum
to Russia. In 50 days more civilians could die, he says.
Extreme skydiver Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident
metawire.euExtreme skydiver Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident - Metawire (Beta)Austrian skydiver and extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner has died in a
paragliding accident in Italy, according to local media. The 56-year-old shot to
global fame in 2012 with his record-breaking free-fall from space.
Wimbledon: Poland's Iga Swiatek wins women's tennis title
metawire.euWimbledon: Poland's Iga Swiatek wins women's tennis title - Metawire (Beta)It took Iga Swiatek less than an hour to swat aside Amanda Anisimova, of the
USA, in the Wimbledon women’s final on Saturday. In winning her maiden Wimbledon
title, Swiatek also did something few players have ever done.
Austrian extreme sportsman Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident in Italy
metawire.euAustrian extreme sportsman Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident in Italy - Metawire (Beta)Austrian skydiver and extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner has died in a
paragliding accident in Italy, according to local media. The 56-year-old shot to
global fame in 2012 with his record-breaking free-fall from space.
Why did Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffle the government?
metawire.euWhy did Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reshuffle the government? - Metawire (Beta)A day after the Ukrainian prime minister stepped down, he was appointed defense
minister. His deputy Yulia Svyrydenko, who played a part in closing a minerals
deal with the US, is Ukraine’s new prime minister
Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict: A trial on fame, consent and #MeToo
metawire.euSean 'Diddy' Combs verdict: A trial on fame, consent and #MeToo - Metawire (Beta)The Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial tested the limits of fame, power, consent and of
the #MeToo movement in an era of AI misinformation and manosphere backlash.
Marathon world record holder suspended after doping test
metawire.euMarathon world record holder suspended after doping test - Metawire (Beta)Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich, who won last year’s Chicago marathon in record time,
has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for the banned substance
hydrochlorothiazide.
Germany updates: Merz hails 'new chapter' in German-UK ties
metawire.euGermany updates: Merz hails 'new chapter' in German-UK ties - Metawire (Beta)German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has signed a new treaty with the United Kingdom
covering security, migration and economic issues. Back home, however, Germans
are divided on his first months in office. DW has more.
Bayern Munich, Musiala and the Club World Cup: What now?
metawire.euBayern Munich, Musiala and the Club World Cup: What now? - Metawire (Beta)After Bayern Munich’s elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup and Jamal
Musiala’s serious injury, questions are being asked about the club’s sporting
class, possible transfers and sporting director Max Eberl’s future.
Why Russia is stepping up attacks on Ukraine
metawire.euWhy Russia is stepping up attacks on Ukraine - Metawire (Beta)Ukraine has recently suffered the most intense bombing it has seen since Russia
began its full-scale invasion three years ago. What does Vladimir Putin hope to
achieve? And how can the destruction be stopped?
Why US chocolate tastes weird to the rest of the world
metawire.euWhy US chocolate tastes weird to the rest of the world - Metawire (Beta)Chocolate is popular almost everywhere. But tastes vary depending on the
continent. While some regions like their chocolate sugary sweet, others prefer
more fruity or nutty notes.
China's faltering economy in focus of WEF Tianjin meeting
metawire.euChina's faltering economy in focus of WEF Tianjin meeting - Metawire (Beta)The world’s second-largest economy is suffering from weak household consumption,
and its auto industry is particularly vulnerable. DW’s editor-in-chief reports
from the “Summer Davos” in Tianjin.
Migrants in Germany earn less across generations
metawire.euMigrants in Germany earn less across generations - Metawire (Beta)Migrants who make a new life in Germany earn far less than native-born workers,
a new study has found. Researchers say the gap stems mainly from unequal access
to higher-paying sectors, and extends down the generations.
Deutsche Bahn is on track for more delays and cancellations
metawire.euDeutsche Bahn is on track for more delays and cancellations - Metawire (Beta)Once famed for never being late, German trains almost never run on time anymore.
Deutsche Bahn has launched a refurbishment program that is likely to last at
least a decade, and the costs and criticism are increasing.
Salzburg Festival 2025: Between power struggles and hope
metawire.euSalzburg Festival 2025: Between power struggles and hope - Metawire (Beta)This year’s program mirrors the state of the world. Bloody conflicts and
power-hungry figures take the stage by storm — but the festival hopes for light
at the end of the tunnel.
Germany and UK sign historic post-Brexit friendship treaty