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The world in 2024

What does the new year have in store? DW takes a look at what will — and may — happen in the months ahead.

Visitors watch first sunrise of the year from rooftop of a commercial complex in central Tokyo, Japan — Image: Morio Taga/Jiji Press Photo/dpa/picture alliance

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Fears of populist surge ahead of 2024 EU elections

As EU citizens head to the polls later this year, many fear far-right populists could make gains across the bloc.

Will Germany's lackluster coalition government survive?

The members of the center-left coalition government are now more divided than they are united.

Global economy in 2024: China, Trump and the next black swan

If the last few years have taught us anything, it's to expect the unexpected when it comes to the global economy.

Africa 2024 elections: Stability at stake?

Several elections are due in Africa in 2024. Among others, democracy will be put to the test in South Africa.

What space exploration missions await us in 2024?

2024 is set to be an exciting year for space exploration, including missions to bring us closer to landing on the moon.

Germany's economy set for rough ride in 2024

The German economy may end 2024 with a little growth, but right now dynamic developments seem far out of reach.

Is Germany's far-right AfD a threat to democracy?

The far-right populist Alternative for Germany is flying high in polls and expects success in several elections in 2024.

The most anticipated new films of 2024

"Dune: Part 2," Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" follow-up, as well as Bob Marley and Amy Winehouse biopics are highly awaited.

Is migration the EU's biggest challenge in 2024?

Few topics were as influential in shaping social discourse as migration in 2023, and the new year will be no different.

German immigration policy: What's changing in 2024?

Germany is set to become less attractive for asylum-seekers — but immigration for skilled workers will be made easier.

Meet the 2024 European Cultural Capitals

Bodo in Norway, Tartu in Estonia and Bad Ischl in Austria all share the European Capital of Culture title in 2024.

Belgium's bold EU Council agenda

Belgium aims to carry out an ambitious agenda before Europe and Belgium switch to election campaign mode.

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Gaza ceasefire: Israel says Hamas holding up deal

Israel's prime minister says his Cabinet has postponed its approval of the ceasefire deal, which Hamas denies.

Israeli gov't: 'Hamas has created a last-minute crisis'

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Why Qatar is such a good negotiator

Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire

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