Day: August 4, 2025
15 posts
Benefit Bill Sparks Political Scrutiny
The cost of Germany’s citizen’s allowance (Bürgergeld) has risen to €47 billion in 2024, prompting calls for a…
CDU Warns Against Cutting Aid to Ukrainian Refugees
Senior figures within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) have voiced concerns regarding a proposal from Markus Söder, leader…
Palhinha Joins Tottenham on Loan
Tottenham Hotspur have secured a loan deal for Portuguese international João Palhinha from FC Bayern Munich, with an…
Former Hostage Alleges Hamas Starvation Propaganda
A former Israeli-Austrian hostage, Tal Shoham, who endured 505 days of captivity at the hands of Hamas, has…
Alcohol Age Debate Rises in Germany
Discussions are emerging within German political circles regarding a potential increase in the minimum age for purchasing beer…
Union Party Dims Support for Lawmaker
The leadership of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group is distancing itself from CDU Member of Parliament Saskia Ludwig, representing…
Germans Support Defense Spending Hesitant to Fight
A recent survey reveals a complex perspective among German citizens regarding national defense and security. Conducted by Forsa…
Housing Demand Needs Rethinking
Germany faces a growing crisis of affordable housing, exacerbated by rising expectations and an increasing demand for space,…
Benefit Costs Surge Union SPD Demand Tougher Rules
Rising costs associated with the German citizens’ allowance (Bürgergeld) are prompting calls for stricter measures against those perceived…
Nagel Studio Owners Fear Broad Suspicion
The German Association of Nail Technicians (VNDD) has voiced strong criticism of a draft bill proposed by Finance…
Restaurant Crisis Looms Tax Cut Falls Short
The German hospitality sector is facing mounting pressure from staffing shortages, rising costs and concerns about a potential…
Younger Consumers Willing to Pay More for Meat
A recent study by the German Institute for Economic Research (IW) reveals significant generational differences in attitudes towards…
Robots Cant Replace Human Care
The German Red Cross (DRK) President, Gerda Hasselfeldt, has expressed skepticism regarding the near-term ability of artificial intelligence…
Digital Minister Defends DSL Future
The German Minister for Digital Affairs, Karsten Wildberger (CDU), has voiced opposition to a widespread decommissioning of DSL…
Kiesewetter Slams German Middle East Policy
Following the release of disturbing videos depicting emaciated Israeli hostages held in Gaza, German political figures have expressed…