Ex Politician Slams Prosecutors Over Weak Mask Scandal Investigation
Former CSU parliamentary group member Alfred Sauter has leveled serious accusations against the State Prosecutor’s Office and the…
Weber Defends Pact With Right-Wing Allies In Parliament Vote
Manfred Weber, Chairman of the EVP Group in the European Parliament, defended his faction’s vote alongside far-right groups.…
SPD Economy Wing Demands VAT Cut for Healthy Food
The SPD’s economic faction, the “Seeheimer Kreis” is calling for the removal of the value-added tax on healthy…
Reserve Veterans Association Slams Bundeswehr Care Lags Falling Behind
Patrick Sensburg, president of the Reserves Association, criticized deficiencies in the support provided to reservists by the German…
German Holiday Homes Prices Surge 10% in Elite Coastal and Alpine Locations
Holiday apartments in Germany’s top vacation destinations are rising in price, especially in the most exclusive coastal and…
Former German Green Leader Ricarda Lang Calls Deepfake Porn The Worst Modern Hate
Former Green Party leader Ricarda Lang has herself experienced digital sexualised violence. She told “Der Spiegel” that she’s seen at…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Signals Commitment to Secure Middle East Sea Routes
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) said Germany will help secure maritime trade routes in the Middle East. “Like the United…
Reiche Aims to Outsource Core Ministry Management to External Consultants
Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche (CDU) plans to outsource core tasks of her ministry to external advisers. According…
Johannes Oerding Takes German Album Charts Top Spot While Raye Climbs to Third Place
Johannes Oerding’s new album, “”Hotel”” has risen to the top spot on Germany’s official album charts, announced by GfK…
Klingbeil Proposes New Model to Replace German Married Couple Tax Split
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) has proposed a new system to replace the traditional “marital split” (“Ehegattensplitting”). In…
German IT Leaders Question Feasibility of AI Gigafactories Due to Funding Challenges
Leading figures in Germany’s IT sector say that the establishment of an AI gigafactory in the country is…
Former Saxony‑Anhalt Premier Haseloff Calls for Weakening Climate Goals
Former Saxony‑Anhalt premier Reiner Haseloff (CDU) has called for a relaxation of Germany’s climate targets. “The ambitious goal of…
Bundeswehr Names New Navy Inspector Ahead Of Autumn Leadership Shift
In the fall of this year, the German Navy will appoint a new chief. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD)…
Record German Municipal Deficit Hits 31.9 Billion Euros in 2025
In 2025, core and extra‑household finances of German municipalities and municipal associations posted a financing deficit of €31.9 billion,…
German Politicians Condemn Israel’s Decision to Reintroduce Death Penalty
German politicians sharply condemned the Israeli Knesset’s decision to reintroduce the death penalty, noting that it would be…
SPD Urges Health Minister Warken to Push Cost‑Sharing Plan Through Parliament Before Summer Break
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) is pressuring Health Minister Nina Warken of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) to…
Germany’s Retail Sales Slip 0,6% in February
Retail sales in Germany fell by 0.6 % in real terms and 0.7 % nominally in February 2026 compared with January,…
90% of Industrial Firms Anticipate Iran War Disruptions
Around 90 % of industrial firms say the Iran war is expected to affect their businesses, according to the monthly…
Wagener Calls for Germany to Lead Ukraine War Crime Tribunal
The chair of the German‑Ukrainian Parliamentary Group, Green Party member Robin Wagener, is urging German participation in a special…
Consumer Advocate Ramona Pop Calls Off Fuel‑Price Cap After One‑Size‑Fits‑All Discount Favors Big Oil
Ramona Pop, chairwoman of the Federal Consumer Association, has cautioned against a fuel‑price brake amid rising gasoline costs.…
Merz Promises Germany Will Help Rebuild Syria After Berlin Meeting
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) pledged reconstruction aid to Syrian President Bashar Al‑Assad during a visit to Berlin. “In…
Commission Unveils 66 Measures to Stabilize Health Insurance Contributions
The Health Finance Commission has presented its first report on stabilising contribution rates in Germany’s statutory health insurance…
German Economic Institutes Slash GDP Growth Forecast to 0.6 Percent for 2024
Leading German economic research institutes now predict a markedly weaker growth for the domestic economy than previously thought.…
Trump Lets Russian Oil Tanker Dock in Cuba to Ease Energy Crisis
U.S. President Donald Trump hinted on Sunday that the United States would allow a Russian oil tanker to…
Reiche Delays Fuel Price Rule to April 4 to Smooth Implementation
Bundeswirtschaftsministerin Katharina Reiche (CDU) arranged for the new price regulation for petrol stations to take effect three days…
NRW Municipalities Plunge into Billion‑Dollar Budget Crisis as City Finances Worsen dramatically within a year
The financial crisis facing municipalities in North Rhine‑Westphalia has worsened dramatically over the past year. According to the…
Left Party Denounces Merz’s Berlin Meeting With Syrian Interim President As Moral Bankruptcy
The Left party sharply criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) ahead of Syrian interim president Ahmed al‑Sharaa’s visit to Berlin.“Merz’s meeting…
Clocks Spring Forward as Summer 2026 Begins
The switch to summer time began yesterday. At 2 am Central European Time (CET) the clocks were set forward…
39% Reject Health‑Care Cuts Ahead Of Expert Plan To Stabilize Statutory InsuranceWe should ensure no periods. We used a dash. That’s fine.39% Reject Health‑Care Cuts Ahead Of Expert Plan To Stabilize Statutory Insurance
Before the expert commission expected to present cost‑saving proposals on Monday to stabilise the statutory health insurance system,…
Dobrindt Seeks European Migration Reset Differentiates from Merkel Era
Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) publicly distanced himself from Chancellor Angela Merkel’s migration policy.Speaking to the “Frankfurter Allgemeine” Sunday edition,…
German Security Chief Sounds Alarm Over Rising Russian Spy Threat to Defense Executives
Stephan Kramer, President of the Thuringian Office for the Protection of the Constitution, warns that the recent arrest…
Econ Advisor Jens Südekum Warns German Economy of Inflation Surge Amid Iran Crisis Impacting Growth
Jens Südekum, the well‑known economist who advises SPD finance minister Lars Klingbeil, cautions that the flare‑up in Iran could have…
Former CSU Chief Huber Calls on Söder for Team Spirit, Warns of Government Blockade
Erwin Huber, the former chairman of Bavaria’s CSU, cautions his successor Markus Söder that the federal government could turn into…
Reiche to Let Industry Emit More CO2 Cites Price Pressure on EU Emissions Market
German Economy Minister Katrin Reiche (CDU) said that industry will be allowed to emit more CO₂. In an…
Klöckner Critiques Gender Violence Debate as Dishonest While Calling Out Missing Nuances
Bundestag President Julia Klöckner (CDU) applauded the widening discussion about violence against women, but she also pointed out that…
Lufthansa Flight Attendants Approve Strike Plan Cityline Hits 98% Support
Members of the Independent Flight Attendants Organisation (UFO) for both Deutsche Lufthansa and Lufthansa CityLine voted in the…
German Left Pushes Rapid VAT Cut on Food to Alleviate Price Rises
Jan van Aken, the chairman of the Left party, urges a swift cut in the value‑added tax amid rising food…
German Corporate Job Cuts Slow Down Slightly in March
The reduction of jobs by German firms slowed a little in March. “Companies are less likely to cut…
Germany’s R&D Spending Climbs 3.8% to 137.1 Billion Euros in 2024
Germany’s research and development budget rose by 3.8 % in 2024, reaching €137.1 billion. According to the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis),…
IG BAU warns of plunge in newly built German homes
The Industrial Union for Construction, Agriculture and Environment (IG BAU) predicts another sharp decline in new apartment construction. IG BAU…
Middelberg Urges Ending Germany’s Unlimited Defense Debt Exemption
Mathias Middelberg, vice chair of the CDU parliamentary group, has called for the suspension on defense spending to…
Wissing Calls on FDP to Clarify Its Policy Direction
Former FDP member Volker Wissing has called on the party to clarify its substantive direction, saying the crucial question…
61 Percent Of Households Uninterested In Fiber Despite Rollout
A recent survey commissioned by the German Consumer Association’s national federation reveals that 61 % of households that are…
Oil Crisis Allianz Advisor Urges Germany to Slash Speed to Save Energy amid Iranian War Fallout
U.S. economist Mohamed El‑Erian, a consultant for the insurance group Allianz, warns that the war in Iran will have…
Germany’s University Budgets Reach 79.2 Billion Euros, Up 5% in 2024
In 2024 German public, church‑affiliated, and private universities and universities of applied sciences together spent €79.2 billion on teaching,…
Bundestag Passes Groundbreaking Live Organ Donation Reform
The federal parliament has approved a reform of the regulations governing living kidney donation. The draft bill, introduced…
Top CDU SPD Politicians Fight Back Against Proposed VAT Increase in Germany
BundesChancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) said in a government survey on Wednesday that he has not ruled out a rise…
EU Commission Launches Formal Probe Into Snapchat Over Digital Services Act Violations
The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into Snapchat to assess its compliance with the Digital Services…
FDP Deputy Henning Höne Announces Candidacy for Party Leader
Henning Höne, the FDP’s current vice‑chair, has announced that he will stand for the party’s top post. Speaking…
Merz Says Germany Unfit to Defend Its Interests in Europe
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) said on Wednesday that Germany is not currently “defence‑capable”. He told a parliamentary…
Jan Bollinger Ousted as AfD RLP Parliamentary Group Leader Weeks After Election Victory
A few days after the AfD’s electoral success in Rhineland‑Palatinate, the state party chair and top candidate Jan Bollinger…
Germany Launches Grants to Power EV Charging in Multi-Unit Housing
The Federal Ministry of Transport has launched a new funding programme aimed at expanding electric‑vehicle charging infrastructure in…
German Inland Shipping Transport Falls to New Low Down 1.3 Percent in 2025
In 2025, inland shipping in Germany carried 1.3 % less cargo than the previous year. According to Destatis, the…
Green Data Centers Return to Gas as Operators Build Their Own Turbines Amid Renewable Mandates
Data‑center operators are planning their own gas power plants despite legal requirements for renewable energy. Handelsblatt reports that…
DUH Threatens Court Enforcement Over Missing Climate Measures in Germany’s 2026 Plan
The Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH) urges the federal government to close the climate‑policy gap in its upcoming 2026 climate…
Economists and Politicians Call to Stop Teacher Civil Service Appointments Amid Rising Pension Costs
Facing growing spending on civil servants and their pensions, economists, politicians, and the Taxpayers’ Association are urging the…
Strack-Zimmermann and Kubicki Eye Joint FDP Leadership Bid
Marie‑Agnes Strack‑Zimmermann says she is still willing to stand for the FDP chair together with her party associate…
Eurojackpot Tuesday Draw 24 March 2026 Reveals Winning Numbers 9 15 23 43 48 Euro 3 5 with 1 in 140 Million Odds
In the Tuesday Eurojackpot drawing, the winning numbers were announced in the evening. The main numbers are 9,…
German Interior Ministry Cancels Democracy Project by Radical Daughters
The German Federal Ministry of the Interior, led by Alexander Dobrindt of the CSU, has decided to cancel the…
Brantner Appeals to Former FDP Voters as Liberalism Falters in German State Parliaments
Franziska Brantner, the head of the German Greens, urged former voters of the Free Democratic Party (FDP) to get…
Consumer Association Applauds Riester Pension Reform as Milestone for Private Savers
The Consumer Advisory Association of Germany (VZBV) welcomed the changes to the Riester pension reform that the Union…
German Interior Ministry Calls for Erasing Internet Anonymity and Mandatory Identity Checks
The German Federal Ministry of the Interior has openly welcomed the idea of a legal requirement to identify…
Union Narrowly Loses Lead Over AfD as Forsa Survey Shows 26 Percent Support
According to a recent Forsa poll measuring voter sentiment, the Union’s support has slipped again, leaving the CDU…
Top Doctors Warn Government of Budget Cuts That Threaten Patient Care
Leading medical representatives warn the federal governments that cuts to the budget in the context of a savings…
Söder Endorses Merz’s Return as Chancellor Candidate
Markus Söder, leader of the CSU, made it clear that he backs a second chancellor bid from Friedrich Merz of…
Berlin Police Launch Citywide Raids After September Power Attack
Following the attack on Berlin’s power grid in September 2025, the police conducted city‑wide searches on Tuesday morning. According…
7.6-Magnitude Seaquake Hits South Pacific Tuesday
In the South Pacific, a strong marine earthquake struck on Tuesday. Initially, geologists reported a magnitude of 7.6,…
Strack Zimmermann Seeks Co‑Leader for FDP Duo After Entire Executive Resigns
After the resignation of the entire FDP leadership, European Parliament member Marie‑Agnes Strack‑Zimmermann said she is open to…
Ricarda Lang Calls on Merz to Speak on Fernandes Case
Former Green Party leader Ricarda Lang urged Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) to take a clear stance on the case…
Christian Dürr Announces Planned Resignation as FDP Leader
Christian Dürr is reportedly planning to resign as FDP leader, according to “Politico” on Monday. He has called for…
Merz Urges Bold Reforms After CDU Victory in Rhineland‑Palatinate
After the CDU’s victory in the Rhineland‑Palatinate state election, Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed the joint reform agenda with…
Iran Conflict Set to Raise District Heating Prices Nationwide as Delayed Impact Spreads
Experts anticipate that the rising wholesale price of gas-driven by the war in Iran-will affect many district‑heating customers,…
DAX Slumps Amid Iran War Tensions No End in Sight
At 9:30 a.m. on Monday the DAX settled around 21,975 points, meaning a decline of roughly 1.8 % from…
SPD Secretary Tim Klüssendorf Vows to Stay in Coalition Despite Party’s New Election Loss
Despite the recent electoral setback for the party, SPD General Secretary Tim Klüssendorf ruled out a break in the…
Paris Municipal Elections Socialist Wins Over Rachida Dati in Second Round
In Paris, the municipal elections on Sunday saw Emmanuel Grégoire of the Socialist Party decisively defeat Rachida Dati…
Realo Politicians Demand Green Youth Federation Adjust Course
Leading figures of the Greens’ “Realo” wing have urged the federal association of the Greens Youth to adjust…
Lufthansa Plans Massive Investment at Munich Airport
According to the news magazine ”Focus”, Lufthansa is planning a large-scale investment at Munich Airport that would increase its…
VW CEO Oliver Blume Demands Action After Car Parts Discovered in Chancellor’s Office Intensifies Political Pressure
After the automotive summit at the chancellery, Volkswagen chief Oliver Blume has stepped up pressure on the government. Speaking…
German Minister Demands Crisis‑Education Courses Be Built Into School Timetables to Bolster Civil Defence
Germany’s Interior Minister, Alexander Dobrindt of the CSU, plans to make civil protection a permanent part of the school…
Union Reclaims Dominance and Distances Itself from AfD in Nationwide Insa Survey
The Union is distancing itself from the AfD again, according to the political mood measured by the institute…
Former FBI chief and special counsel Robert Mueller dies Trump smiles
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump publicly announced the death of his longtime adversary, former FBI director and…
BVB Secures Captain Emre Can with Contract Extension Keeps Star in Dortmund
Emre Can will stay on at Borussia Dortmund. The club announced on Saturday that the captain has extended his…
Ex NBA Star Enes Kanter Labels Erdogan as New Chamenei and Warns US Society Heading Toward Turkey‑Like Conditions
Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom, who has held a U.S. passport since 2021, has expressed growing concern…
BASF CEO Warns Prices And Margins At Historic Low Ahead Of New China Plant
Just days before the opening of a new chemical plant in southern China, BASF chief executive Markus Kamieth admitted…
Nouripour Urges German Government to Crack Down on Iranian Structures in Germany
The Vice President of the Bundestag, Omid Nouripour of the Greens, urged the German government to strengthen its…
Economic Experts Fear Oil Prices Could Reach $180 a Barrel Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict
With the Iran war still raging, energy experts warn that prices could rise sharply. Manuel Frondel, a power‑sector…
Russia Gains 250 Billion Dollars From Iran War Boosting Putin War Chest
Russia could expect significant extra revenue from its commodity trade because of the Iran war. An economic impact…
Leipzig Book Fair Aims for New Visitor Record
The Leipzig Book Fair is nearing a new visitor record. Organisers announced that on the first two days…
Unheilig Tops German Charts Fresh Start for Band
Unheilig’s latest release, “Liebe Glaube Monster”, has taken the top spot in Germany’s album charts, according to GfK.…
ARD Cancels Iconic 30-Year Schlager Show Immer Wieder Sonntags
The German public broadcaster ARD will discontinue its long-running Schlager show “Immer wieder sonntags” after more than three…
Transport Ministers Urge Revisions to Driver’s License Reform at Spring Conference
The state transport ministers plan to press Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder (CDU) for further improvements to his…
DAX Launches Fresh Recovery Bid While Investors Stay on the Sidelines
The German benchmark index, the Dax, began a new recovery attempt early Friday. At around 9:30 a.m. local…
FC Porto Sends Stuttgart Out Of Europa League
Porto secured its place in the Europa League quarter‑finals by out‑scoring VfB Stuttgart 2‑0 in the return leg,…
German Minister Accuses Weber of Trust Breach in EU Right-Wing Alliance Scandal
In the controversy over alleged agreements between conservative and right‑wing forces in the European Parliament, Rhineland‑Palatinate’s Minister‑President Alexander Schweitzer…
Orbán Stalls Ukraine Aid, Demands More Money
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán continues to stall on new financial aid for Ukraine. At the recent EU Council meeting…
Multiple German States Hit by New Public Transport Warning Strikes
A warning strike began this Thursday morning in the local public transport of several German states, primarily affecting…
Alice Schwarzer says No Sexism in Manuel Hagel School Visit Accusations
Alice Schwarzer dismisses the accusations against CDU politician Manuel Hagel concerning a former school visit as nothing more than…
Bayern Cruise to Champions League Quarterfinals with 4-1 Win Over Atalanta
Bayern Munich secured a place in the Champions League quarter‑finals with a convincing 4‑1 away win over Atalanta…
SPD hits back at Greens over alleged misuse of NRW infrastructure funds
In the clash over the alleged misuse of infrastructure billions by the federal government, the SPD is now…
German Air Industry Warns of Escalating Strikes Threatening Aviation Hub
The German Association of the Aviation Industry (BDL) has warned that the ongoing strikes in the country’s aviation…