Day: January 19, 2026
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Bulgarian President Rumen Radew Steps Down
In December, the government led by Prime Minister Rossen Selyavski formally resigned, yet continued to manage day‑to‑day operations…
Warken Moves to Reexamine Telephone Sick Leave as Minister Casts New Doubt
Warken, responding to Merz’s comments, emphasised that the Chancellor’s observations are factual. She noted that, internationally, Germany’s sickness…
Merz Guarantees Solidarity to Greenland and Denmark Aims for Trump Meeting
Merz dismissed the view that this mission represented a confrontation with the United States. He said the engagement…
DAX Dips as Trump Tariff Threat Fuels Uncertainty
Oil prices edged up modestly. At about 5 p.m. German time, a barrel of North Sea Brent was priced…
EU Set to Crack Down Harder on Musk’s AI Chatbot Grok
Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), the Commission can impose hefty fines on platforms like X and, in…
Germany Urges World Cup Boycott After US Targets EU Over Greenland Conflict
SP D politician Roloff echoed this view, warning that employing tariffs as a lever for territorial claims lies outside…
German Auto Industry Demands Better Charging and Lower Energy for EVs After New Incentive
Banaszak criticised that the subsidy is neither specifically linked to European manufacturers nor explained why plug‑in hybrids should…
SPD Accuses Spahn of Trump‑Greenland Sympathies Amid Rising Criticism
Spahn had previously expressed understanding of Trump’s bid for Greenland in an interview with the “Süddeutsche Zeitung”. “When you…
Stuttgart Court Rejects BioNTech Appeal Over Vaccine Verdict
The Federal Court of Justice (Bundesgerichtshof) is scheduled to address a related case against a different vaccine company…
Bätzing Steps Down as Chair of German Bishops Conference
In his letter, Bätzing gave no reason for his withdrawal. He stated only that after consultation and careful…
Rail Workers Acquitted in Garmisch-Partenkirchen Train Crash Case
The disaster occurred three and a half years ago in Burgrain near Garmisch‑Partenkirchen when a train derailed because…
Berlin Kindergarten Tragedy Child Dies in Accident in Niederschöneweide
Before the incident, several police and fire vehicles were already on scene. In total, 22 fire‑fighters and two…
German Government Denies Rushed Return Claims from Greenland Reconnaissance
When asked about the wider role of the Bundeswehr in the Arctic region, the ministerial spokesperson spoke somewhat…
Midday DAX Falters While Bayer Stands Strong
Meanwhile, oil fell. At around 12:00 p.m. German time, a barrel of North Sea Brent crude was priced at…
IMF Boosts Germany’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 1.1 Percent
Germany is projected to grow faster this year than other G7 countries. While the German republic was the…
Spain Train Crash Toll Rises to 39 as 152 Injured, 48 Hospitalised, 13 ICU
The cause of the accident remains unclear. The derailed train had only begun operations in 2022 and had…
Sepp Müller Demands Tough EU Response to Trump Trade Threats Over Greenland
He added that there should be export and investment restrictions against the United States, and that the EU…
German Federal Government Launches New Electric Car Subsidy
The income ceiling for eligibility is set at €80,000 of taxable household annual income, rising by €5,000 for…
DAX Opens Soft as Customs Fears Drags Markets Down
one euro traded at 1..1625 USD and one US dollar corresponded to 0.8602 EUR. The shift in currency levels benefited…
Germany Sees Rise in Private Schools to 3800 in 2024-25
As Germany moves forward, a critical examination of how private, public, and dual‑track funding structures impact access, quality,…
1&1 Sues Bundesnetzagentur Over Decision Not to Auction Central Mobile Frequencies
The case highlights broader tensions in Germany’s telecom policy, where debates over spectrum allocation, market dominance, and regulatory…
Berlin SPD Candidate Pushes For Return To 49 Euro Ticket
Both Krach and König stress that attracting passengers back to the public network is a priority. They highlight…
Eintracht Frankfurt Parts Ways With Head Coach Dino Toppmöller
The remaining fixtures are expected to prove decisive. Eintracht’s next challenge is a European tie against Qarabag Agdam, followed…
Verdi Calls for Nationwide Warning Strikes Across Germany’s Road Construction, 14,000 Highway Workers Staking Out
The planned walk‑outs reflect a broader trend in German labour politics, where unions increasingly use high‑visibility actions to…
Greens Urge EU Alliance to Counter Trump Special Tariffs
The political spectrum’s varied responses illustrate a broader debate over Germany’s role on the world stage. While the…
Bundeswehr Rates Greenland Mission a Success, Highlights Positive Danish Cooperation
The Bundeswehr’s communiqué underscores a continued commitment to international partnership in the Arctic region, signalling that Germany will…
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and UK Unite Against US Threats in Joint Declaration Reinforce NATO Arctic Security
The coordinated press release was dispatched to the national press bureaus of the eight countries, with a copy…
German Family Businesses Alarmed by Rising Social Contribution Costs
“We would like to start 2026 on an optimistic footing. Yet, the fact that an increase in wage‑based…
German Asylum Applications by Russians Fall to Record Low 3,640 in 2025
By the end of 2025, nearly 286,000 people with Russian citizenship were residing in Germany. About half hold…
Yazidi Council Demands Action After 3 Years of German Genocide Recognition
The federal declaration of genocide was enacted on 19 January 2023, marking a historic step for Germany’s engagement with a…
Minister Bär Pledges First Fusion Reactor and Boosts Women’s Research for Energy Future
In addition to energy policy, Bär announced that the next scientific year will prioritize women’s health. She noted…
German Leader Urges Longer Workweeks as Greece Debates Six-Day Shift
Rhein also emphasised the need for a renewed respect for productivity. “We require a new respect for performance”…