Day: August 17, 2025
29 posts
Israeli Rights Chief Accuses Israel of Gaza Genocide
Yuli Novak, Executive Director of the Israeli human rights organization B’Tselem, has leveled serious accusations regarding the conduct…
Augsburg and Kiel Advance in German Cup
FC Augsburg advanced to the second round of the DFB-Pokal with a 2-0 victory over Halleschen FC. Steve…
Schalke edge past Lok Leipzig in extra time
Schalke 04 advanced in the DFB-Pokal after a hard-fought 1-0 extra-time victory against Regionalliga side Lok Leipzig. The…
Köln Snatch Dramatic Cup Win Against Regensburg
Third-division side Jahn Regensburg narrowly missed a major upset in the first round of the DFB-Pokal, conceding a…
Merz Ukraine Trip Signals Strong Support
A planned trip to Washington D.C. involving CDU leader Friedrich Merz alongside the Ukrainian President and other European…
Opposition Rejects Tax Hike Call for High Earners
Disagreements are emerging within Germany’s governing coalition regarding tax policy, specifically proposals for income tax relief and the…
German Finance Chief Open to Tax Hikes
Germany’s Finance Minister and leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), Lars Klingbeil, has indicated a willingness to…
Left Leader Vows Sharper Opposition Stance
The leader of Germany’s Left Party, Jan van Aken, has signaled a shift towards a more assertive opposition…
Frankfurt and Paderborn Win Cup Ties
Early matches in the first round of the DFB-Pokal saw favored teams Eintracht Frankfurt and SC Paderborn advance…
German Minister Highlights Strong Japan Ties
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul emphasized the strong ties between Germany and Japan ahead of his visit to…
Stegner Sees Trump-Putin Meeting As Only Path To Peace
Recent diplomatic developments surrounding the conflict in Ukraine are prompting varied assessments from German political figures. Ralf Stegner,…
Von der Leyen to Back Zelenskyy at Trump Meeting
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen intends to demonstrate support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his…
Merz Joins Selenskyj’s Washington Talks With Trump
A delegation including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will join Ukrainian…
Hardt Sees Cautious Optimism After Alaska Talks
Following the recent Alaska summit and telephone conversations between US President Donald Trump and European leaders, Jürgen Hardt,…
Switzerland Eyes Closer Ties With EU After Trump Tariffs
A prominent Swiss publicist, Roger de Weck, suggests a potential shift in Swiss public opinion regarding the European…
DeepL reportedly explores potential IPO
Artificial intelligence translation company DeepL has parted ways with its Chief Financial Officer, Markus Harder, according to sources…
Crash Claims Three Lives in Rhineland-Palatinate
A fatal traffic collision occurred overnight on Bundesstraße 9 between Schwegenheim and Römerberg in Rhineland-Palatinate. According to police…
Care Watchdog Calls For Checks On Homebound Patients
Germany is considering bolstering oversight of individuals receiving long-term care at home, particularly those supported by family members,…
Chikungunya Cases Rise in Bavaria After Foreign Travel
Bavaria has seen a significant increase in reported cases of the Chikungunya virus, according to recent data. As…
Laschet Praises Trump Talks Criticizes Europe’s Approach
The Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the German Bundestag, Armin Laschet, has voiced approval of recent…
City Buses Struggle for Space in Germany
A recent inquiry by the German Environmental Aid (DUH) reveals a limited implementation of dedicated bus lanes in…
AfD closing gap on Germany’s leading CDU/CSU
Recent polling data indicates a narrowing gap between the CDU/CSU and the AfD in voter preferences. The weekly…
German Leaders Demand Reforms To End Economic Crisis
Leading business executives and prominent economists are voicing concerns that Germany risks prolonged economic stagnation without significant structural…
SPD Pushes For Tax Relief For Middle Class Families
A key figure within Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) is continuing to advocate for income tax reform focused…
Greens Push For Cooler Lakes And Rivers
Germany’s Green Party is advocating for a national initiative to improve access to natural swimming areas in lakes…
German Economic Slowdown Hits IT Jobs
A recent study by the Cologne Institute for Economic Research (IW) indicates a growing impact of Germany’s subdued…
Europe Urged to Chart Own Ukraine Course
Following a recent summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, security analyst Carlo Masala…
Europe Urged to Forge Independent Ukraine Path
Following a recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, security expert Carlo Masala…
German MP Backs Partial Israel Arms Halt
A leading figure within Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) has publicly supported Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s decision to partially…