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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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ASEAN-China diplomatic stalemate?
Tensions are simmering over China's continued military build up in the SCS. Ana P. Santos reports from Manila.
A contest for oil in the SCS?
US Secretary of State Tillerson's former role as ExxonMobil CEO has fueled speculation over US oil interests in the SCS.
New Zealand wildfire destroys homes
Two wildfires burning for days converged into one huge front on the outskirts of Christchurch, destroying 11 homes.
Relocating Rohingyas to a remote island
Bangladesh's decision to relocate Rohingyas to a remote island will send a wrong signal to Myanmar, say experts.
Tillerson's tough talk on China
US Secretary of State Tillerson's tough talk has raised concern that the US is headed for conflict in the S. China Sea.
Vikings on the Shetland Islands: Up Helly Aa!
Vikings on the Shetland Islands: Up Helly Aa!
A lethal legacy
Seven decades after World War II, people of the Solomon Islands are still unearthing bombs that can kill and maim them.
Wooden churches on the island of Kizhi
The wooden churches on the Russian island of Kizhi were included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1990.
Wooden churches on the island of Kizhi
The wooden churches on the Russian island of Kizhi made the 1990 UNESCO World Heritage list.
Refugee deal overburdens Greek islands
More than 15,000 refugees are trapped on the Greek islands. Marianna Karakoulaki has met some of them in Samos.
A new home for hunted chimps
The Ngamba Island Sanctuary is a forest haven for orphaned chimpanzees in Lake Victoria.
Egypt court strikes down Saudi Arabia islands deal
Egypt's top administrative court has struck down a controversial agreement between Cairo and Riyadh.
Chinese media flags up war risk with US
Chinese media react defiantly to comments on the South China Sea by prospective US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
Bloody catch on the Faroe Islands
Each year, Faroe Island fishermen kill hundreds of whales. DW takes a look at the tradition.
Whale slaughter
Each year, Faroe Island fishermen kill hundreds of whales. DW takes a look at the tradition.
#DailyDrone: Island town of Malchow
In the Mecklenburg Lake Plateau region you'll find Malchow Island – today's destination of our #DailyDrone.
Fuerteventura – Island of Eternal Spring
Fuerteventura is a surfer’s paradise – but it has far more to offer than strong winds and waves.
An island where plastic is unwelcome
Principé is encouraging locals to trade 50 discarded plastic bottles for a reusable aluminium one.
Galapagos tourism: Boon or threat?
Does tourism protect or endanger the Galapagos Islands' treasure trove of wildlife found nowhere else in the world?
Fuerteventura – Island of Eternal Spring
Fuerteventura is a surfer’s paradise – but it has far more to offer than strong winds and waves.
Living Planet: Sounds of nature
We revisit some of our favorite musical stories of the last year: The lit-hopper behind the Rapper's Guide to Climate Chaos, scientists turning climate data into music, and how beatboxing with birds could help protect biodiversity.
No place for plastic
Principé is encouraging locals to trade 50 discarded plastic bottles for a reusable aluminium one.
'Casper' octopi breed atop hunks of underwater metal
A ghostly form of mini octopus has an unusual and sensitive breeding place.
Gran Canaria in winter
For many people from colder European climes, Gran Canaria is a favorite winter getaway.
Putin, Abe agree to bolster economic ties
Russia's Putin and Japan's leader Abe failed to reach a breakthrough on the Kuril Islands during Putin's two-day visit.
Abe welcomes Putin in his home city of Nagato
Russia's President Putin has arrived in Japan for a summit with Prime Minister Abe, marking his first visit in 11 years.
China installs arms on disputed islands - report
A US think tank says China appears to have put anti-aircraft and anti-missle systems on islands in the South China Sea.
Swedish island to reject deal with Gazprom
The Baltic Sea island of Gotland is planning to reject a request by Gazprom to rent its harbor.
Jungle and desert: Gran Canaria
For many people from colder European climes, Gran Canaria of the Canary Islands is a favorite winter getaway. And it has a lot more to offer than just sun-drenched beaches.
Large earthquake strikes off Solomon Islands
A major earthquake occurred off the coast of the Solomon Islands early Friday morning.
Russia, Japan vow to resolve island dispute
Russia's foreign minister has warned Tokyo not to expect quick progress on territorial disputes.
Political formula for the Kurils
Japan and Russia are seeking a way to save face while ending a years-long territorial dispute.
The ones left behind
Despite the country's prosperity, Australia's Aboriginal people have great disadvantages and soaring self-harm rates.
Chimpanzee island
In Uganda, chimps rescued from the illegal pet trade have a new island home.
Castro's Caribbean island gift to East Germany
The death of ex-Cuban leader Fidel Castro has jogged memories of his gift of an uninhabited island to East Germany.
Migrants, local residents clash on Greek island
Assailants lobbed firebombs at the migrant camp and a Syrian refugee was hit with a rock during riots on Chios.
Chagos islanders may not return home: UK
The UK has said that islanders evicted from the Chagos archipelago to make way for a US military base may not go home.
Evacuations begin from New Zealand town
Emergency crews in New Zealand are evacuating people left stranded in the coastal town of Kaikoura after an earthquake.
Australia reaches deal to send refugees to US
Australia has reached a resettlement deal with the US for refugees held on two Pacific island detention centers.
Bound to be disappointed?
Analysts believe that Tokyo's hopes for the return of disputed islands off Hokkaido will be dashed.
Thousands rally against Australia's refugee policy
Thousands have rallied to protest Australia's policy of detaining more than 1,600 migrants and refugees offshore.
Visit Berlin's Museum Island
Five museums, thousands of exhibits - a total work of art.
Urban experiment Berlin
David Chipperfield and his visionary ideas behind the architectural rebirth of the German capital.
A star gazer's paradise
La Palma is a star gazer’s dream with spectacular night sky views free of light pollution.
Sand artist Andy Coutanche
Sand art on the Channel Island of Jersey.
Jersey Sandman
Sand art on the Channel Island of Jersey.
Underwater artist Jason deCaires Taylor
British artist Jason deCaires Taylor creates huge underwater installations.
Argentina protests Falklands military exercises
The Argentine government has protested against British military drills to be held on the disputed Falkland Islands.
Faroese whaling a political hot potato
Whale meat and blubber has long been a Faroese staple, but it is increasingly contaminated by toxic substances.
Greek Paradise: Rhodes
With 300 days of sunshine a year, Rhodes is one of the sunniest places on earth. Along side its incredible beaches, Rhodes architectural wonders draw in tens of thousands of tourists each year.
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