Day: January 20, 2026
40 posts
US Stocks Slide Sharply Amid Rising Trade Conflict Fears
U.S. stock markets gave up considerably on Tuesday. At closing in New York, the Dow traded at 48,488…
Tottenham Dominates Wounded Dortmund 2-0 as Leverkusen Loses to Pisa
Despite some substitutions and efforts in the second half, Leverkusen could not breach the Greek’s compact defence. The…
German Exports to the US Plunge as US Tariff Policy Weighs on Trade
The total exports and imports between the EU and the United States from 1998 to 2025 were listed in…
ZEW Economic Outlook Soars in January 2026 as Analysts and Investors Optimise Views
“2026 could mark a turning point” ZEW President Achim Wambach commented on the current results. “Despite the positive…
Eurojackpot Winning Numbers Tuesday 20 January 2026
Lottery operators and regulators caution that gambling can be addictive and advise responsible play.
EU Foreign Commissioner Kaja Kallas Confirms Support to Greenland Amid Trump Threats
She concluded that a unified Europe, capable of defending its interests and values, must also strengthen its engagement…
Linke Leader Criticizes Phone Sick Note Debate as Pure Distraction
In the meantime, Federal Health Minister Nina Warken, a member of the CDU, has announced a review of the…
CDU Mulls FIFA World Cup Boycott Over Greenland Conflict SPD Remains Skeptical
As Europe weighs its options, the discourse reflects a broader debate about the intersection of sports, diplomacy, and…
Ter Stegen Makes Surprise Switch From Barcelona to Girona
With the next generation of German goalkeepers emerging, Ter Stegen’s future at the international level remains uncertain. The loan…
Dax Slumps as Stronger Euro Weighs on Exporters
Oil prices also rose significantly; Brent crude from the North Sea was priced at US$64.85 per barrel at…
Germany Considers Activating Trade Bazooka in Greenland Conflict with U.S.
Chief Minister Friedrich Merz, the incumbent German Chancellor, has so far refrained from announcing any concrete counter‑measures, indicating a cautious…
Justice Minister Rules Out Palantir Use in Germany’s Federal Courts
Regarding regional adoption, Baden-Württemberg police authorities are expected to begin using Palantir’s “Gotham” platform around mid‑this year. A…
Linke Warns Against NATO Mission in Greenland
Instead of a military deployment, Thoden called for the involvement of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in…
Bundeswehr Sets Ambitious Space Agenda for 2030 Under General Major Armin Fleischmann
The Federal Ministry’s commitment to a robust German space industry is accompanied by a clear mandate for cooperation…
Greens Demand More Money to Modernize German Train Stations
The Green Party’s statements have added to the broader discussion on how federal resources can best be directed…
EU Commission to Cut Huawei ZTE From EU Mobile Networks Amid Security Fears
In the coming weeks, the Commission will publish the detailed legislative text and schedule consultations with stakeholders across…
Merz Honors Loved Ones of Soldiers and Police Serving Abroad at the Chancellor’s Office
The event highlighted both the human dimension of duty and the procedural safeguards guiding Germany’s overseas engagements.
Green Party Leader Fires Shots at Youth Wing for Self‑Portrayal
While the Greens have previously had tensions with senior figures in the youth wing, Banaszak expressed relief at…
Passenger Association Welcomes Immediate Clean Station Program
To support these efforts, the proposal calls for a tighter coordination framework between Deutsche Bahn and the state police…
DGB Launches Own Pension Commission Amid Social State Reforms
Piel added that a well‑funded social state is a competitive advantage, offering a highly educated and healthy workforce…
DAX Slides Further Into Big Losses Despite ZEW Data
at about 12 p..m. German time, Brent crude from the North Sea fetched $64.05 per barrel-an increase of eleven…
EU Unveils Greenland Security Strategy Amid US Tariff Threats
The commission president announced additional agreements with Australia, the Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates. She…
Twin Kaulitz Brothers Bill And Tom Step In To Host ZDF’s Wetten Dass?
At this juncture, no binding contract has been made public, and the specifics of the hosting arrangement-including the…
More Retirees Keep Working After Retirement
An industry‑level comparison reveals an additional paradox. While the public sector attracts a disproportionately high number of older…
Green Party Pushes EU Ban on Untrustworthy Connected Car Providers Amid Rising Security Threats
Marc Henrichmann, chairman of the Control Panel and a CDU member, also acknowledged the technological advances that connected vehicles…
Mercedes Expands U.S. Production Amid Customs Dispute but Delays Deadline
The company presented the increase as a strategic decision rather than a reactive measure to U.S. trade policy.…
SPD leaves open permanent German military deployment in Greenland
In a separate development, Trump announced that, beginning 1 February, a tariff of 10 percent would be imposed on goods…
UNDP Moves Core HQ to Bonn in Strategic Shift
Over the next two years, UNDP plans to transfer approximately 300 staff members and key operational functions to…
DAX Drops Sharply Amid Greenland Debate Fears
On the currency front, the euro was stronger in the early session, trading at $1.1697, while the dollar…
Industrial Orders In Nov 2025 Rise 1.8% After Weather and Calendar Adjustment
The roll‑over period represents the number of months a firm would need to produce at its current sales…
Immigrant‑Born Students Now 29 % of German Schoolchildren
The data reveal a steady rise over the past five years. In 2019, 26 percent of pupils and 9 percent…
Germany’s HDB Projects Construction Cost Hikes of 3.3% in 2026 and 3.6% in 2027
When asked about how many orders could come from the €500 billion special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality,…
German Interior Ministry Warns of Data‑Theft Threat From Chinese Connected Cars
The ministry’s warning is part of a broader effort to assess and mitigate potential cyber‑security threats from foreign‑made…
German CDU Pushes for Stricter Rules on Child Influencers in Social Media
If adopted, the proposal would mean that any family or individual wishing to showcase a child’s online presence…
Bundeswehr to Probe Sexual Harassment and Violence in Military
The forthcoming study aims to bring transparency to these serious allegations, ensuring accountability and safeguarding the rights of…
Half of Germany’s Citizens Call Electric Car Subsidy Unfair
When asked whether introducing the subsidy is a sensible measure, 40 % answered positively, whereas 44 % disagreed. The public…
Germany Revokes Nearly Half Of Afghan Resettlement Promises
The Left calls on the government to end its “legal grinding” strategy and to implement all original admissions…
Wagenknecht Demands Retirement at 60 for Care Workers And Physically Demanding Jobs
Today, many caregivers are forced to retire early because the work is physically unsustainable, yet they are penalised…
German Economist Martin Werding Calls for Tough Tariffs on U.S. Over Trump’s Greenland Threat
He added that the customs debate is merely a secondary battlefield and that the EU, as the chief…
Two‑Thirds of Germans Reject Söder’s Plan to Reduce Number of States
Support varies markedly among party supporters. CDU/CSU backers show the most enthusiasm for a merger: 58 percent favour reorganisation,…