Volkswagen South Carolina Factory Cost Surges 50%
Volkswagen’s new automobile plant in South Carolina is turning out to be costlier than initially expected. According to…
Nationwide Strikes in Local Public Transport Begin as Verdi Union Walkouts Hit Almost All German States
On Monday morning, the strikes announced by the union Verdi began across all German states, with the exception…
Germany Loses 34-27 to Denmark in Handball Euro 2026 Final
Germany lost to Denmark 34‑27 in the 2026 Handball European Championship final. From the start the encounter was…
Dresden Bielefeld Equal 1 1 in 2 Bundesliga Showdown
The 20th round of the 2. Bundesliga finished with a 1:1 draw between Dynamo Dresden and Arminia Bielefeld. Dresden…
CDA Slams CDU Economic Council Drastic Cuts to Unemployment and Health Benefits
The Christian Democratic Employees’ Union of Germany (CDA) strongly condemned proposals from the CDU’s Economic Council that call…
Germany Warns Bundeswehr Over Iran Threat Following Tehran Designation of EU Forces as Terror Group
After Tehran announced that the armies of the European Union would be regarded as a terrorist organization, Konstantin von Notz,…
Former German Bundestag President Rita Süssmuth Dies
Former Bundestag president Rita Süssmuth has died at the age of 88. The death was announced on Sunday by…
SPDs Bounce Back As Infratest Shows NRW Dark Green Decline
In a recent poll conducted by Infratest, the governing parties in North Rhine‑Westphalia-the CDU and the Greens-experienced declines…
SPD Counters Klöckner Criticism As Wiese Urges Trust in a Functional State
SPD parliamentary secretary‑general Dirk Wiese rebuts criticism from Bundestag President Julia Klöckner (CDU), who said citizens’ expectations of politics…
NRW CDU Calls for Nationwide Drone Defense Strategy to Counter Airborne Threats
The CDU in North Rhine‑Westphalia is calling for a nationwide, coordinated strategy to counter aerial threats. In a proposal…
Spahn Calls for Renewed Discussion on Nuclear Sharing Amid Transatlantic Tensions
Union faction chief Jens Spahn (CDU) said that, amid growing tensions in transatlantic relations, a new discussion on nuclear…
Greens Push State‑Managed Citizen Fund to Reshape Private Pensions
The Green Party’s parliamentary group has put forward a proposal to replace Germany’s current private pension scheme with…
Professor Snyder Draws Nazi Parallels to Trump Administration
US historian Timothy Snyder draws parallels between the governing style of President Donald Trump and the methods employed by…
EU Commission Launches Record-Breaking Number Of Legal Acts In 2025, Matching Surge Since 2010
In 2025 the EU Commission introduced legal acts at a volume it hasn’t seen since 2010. Under the…
Pistorius Warns Europeans of No Guarantee to Overcome Greenland Crisis With Trump
Germany’s defence minister, Boris Pistorius (SPD), said that the United States still offers no certainty that it can resolve…
Cologne Beats Wolfsburg 1 0 In Crucial Home Victory
On Friday evening, 1. FC Köln secured a significant home win in the Bundesliga, beating VfL Wolfsburg 1-0. Linton Maina scored…
Unemployment climbs in Lower Saxony and Bremen as seasonality kicks in
In January the number of people out of work rose in both Lower Saxony and Bremen compared with the…
German Inflation Spike Hits 2.1 Percent in January 2026
The annual rise in consumer prices in Germany picked up again in January 2026. The statistical office announced that…
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as New Fed Chairman
On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he has nominated former Federal Reserve Board member Kevin Warsh…
FCB Sport Director Confirms Goretzka Will Leave Bayern Munich this Summer
Leon Goretzka will leave FC Bayern Munich in the summer. The club’s sporting director, Christoph Freund, confirmed the decision on…
East Germany Ombudsman Criticizes Söder, Threatens to Rattle Federal Solidarity
The Federal government’s East Commissioner, Elisabeth Kaiser (SPD), has sharply criticized Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder (CSU) amid the ongoing dispute…
January Inflation Rises Again as Country Data Suggests Higher Cost of Living
Germany’s overall annual inflation rate, which stood at 1.8 % in December, appears to have risen again in January,…
NRW Proposes Preemptive Purchase Rights for Cities to Combat Derelict Buildings and Social Fraud
North Rhine‑Westphalia intends to support municipalities in the fight against derelict properties by filing a resolution in the…
German Foreign Minister Wadephul Cheers US Designation Of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard As Terrorist Group
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul (CDU) welcomed the European Union’s decision to classify the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps…
Greenland Economy Minister Denies Trump‑Claimed US ‘Framework Agreement’
Greenland’s Minister for Economy, Naaja Nathanielsen, rejected President Donald Trump’s claims that a concrete framework agreement would grant the…
Germany Faces Cost Battle Over 1,400-Page Operations Plan to Counter Possible Russian Attack
Germany’s 1,400‑page “Operationsplan Deutschland” is the central document guiding how the country intends to prepare for a possible…
Union Faction Satisfied With Coalition Summit Despite Limited Outcomes
Although the outcome was modest, the Union caucus expressed satisfaction with the coalition summit that took place last…
Germany’s Ifo Study Shows Only Minor Easing in Company Order Demand Yet One‑Third Still Strained
The order situation for companies in Germany remains tight. According to the Ifo Institute, about one‑third of firms…
Dax slides amid strong gains for Daimler Truck and Infineon
The DAX slipped on Wednesday, closing at 24,823 points – a 0.3 % decline from yesterday’s close. It opened…
Experts Warn China’s 2025 5% Growth May Mask Only 2–3% Real Increase
China’s GDP is expected to grow 5 % in 2025, according to government figures, but experts warn that the…
CDU Pushes Deutsche Bahn to Let Pregnant Women Use First Class Without Surcharge
The CDU is urging Deutsche Bahn to become significantly more family‑friendly, one of the key points being that pregnant…
Schulze Elected New Saxony-Anhalt Premier With Record Victory
Sven Schulze of the CDU was elected as the new Minister-President of Saxony‑Anhalt by the state parliament on…
Unions Endorse Government Social State Reform Commission Yasmin Fahimi Praises Focus on Structural Change
The government commission’s proposals to reform the welfare state have won support from unions. DGB president Yasmin Fahimi told…
Welthungerhilfe Criticises Germany’s Development Aid Shift Toward Corporate Interests
Welthungerhilfe criticises the black‑red coalition for wanting to give more weight to commercial interests in development aid.It is…
Greens Demand Bundestag Debate as Union Attempts to Trim Part Time Rights
The Greens have asked for a “current‑hour debate” in the Bundestag to discuss the ruling coalition’s economic wing’s…
NRW Labour Minister Laumann Calls for Direct Hiring of Food Delivery Workers
North Rhine‑Westphalia’s labour minister, Karl‑Josef Laumann (CDU), has called for a mandatory direct‑employment rule for food‑delivery workers. Speaking to…
German Culture Minister Rejects Mandatory Investment Requirement for US Streaming Services
Kulturstaatsminister Wolfram Weimer, who sits as an independent, has reiterated his opposition to a statutory investment requirement for U.S.…
Germany to Modernize Arbitration Law with Video Hearings and Electronic Awards
The Federal Ministry of Justice announced a draft law aimed at modernising Germany’s arbitration framework.The proposal would make…
Left Party Calls Social Reform a Threat to the Welfare State
Ines Schwerdtner, the head of the Left, called the commission’s recommendations for a social‑state reform an “attack on…
German Government Cuts Growth Forecast Amid Weak Exports
The outlook for Germany’s economy looks set to deteriorate further, according to the latest growth forecast released by…
German Greens Demand Safety Measures for German Soccer Fans in USA Ahead of World Cup
German Green Party members have demanded protective measures for German football fans attending the upcoming World Cup, citing…
Germany’s Commission Plans Merge of Citizens’ Allowance, Child Supplement, and Housing Benefit into Unified Aid
The German federal government together with the Länder and municipalities has decided to combine the Bürgergeld, the Kinderzuschlag…
DAX Stutters Up Slightly Amid Investor Concerns Over Market Conditions
The German DAX edged higher at the start of the week, closing the Xetra market at 24,933 points-a…
CDU Workers Wing Slams Party’s Social Reform Communications
Denis Radtke, the leader of the CDU’s employee wing, sharply criticized how his own party handles discussions about reforms…
German Parties Warn Against Creating Deportation Police Based on US Model Accusing AfD of Imitating ICE
German politicians from the CDU, SPD and Greens accused the AfD of basing its migration policy on the…
German Railway Eyes Sale Of Global Operations
Deutsche Bahn appears to be considering selling its overseas operating division, which operates under the name ”DB International Operations”. The…
Blizzard Strikes Germany With Nationwide Train Delays and Cancellations
Due to the winter storm, the national railway network experienced delays and cancellations across Germany on Monday. Throughout…
Eighty Five Percent of Kids Say Proper Spelling Is Vital
Most children and teenagers value correct spelling.A survey commissioned by the tutoring provider Studienkreis and reported by the…
Germany Boosts Intelligence Powers to Fight Cyber Threats
The federal government plans to grant foreign intelligence agencies far more powers. They would be allowed to gather…
New Paratrooper Regiment Commander Urges Fresh Start After Serious Misconduct Revelation
After severe misconduct was uncovered in the parachute regiment 26 in Zweibrücken, the new commander has urged his…
Dortmund Triumph Over Union Berlin with 3‑0 Victory
Borussia Dortmund secured a 3‑0 victory over Union Berlin in the 19th Bundesliga round, trimming the gap to the…
German Government Grants 65 Arms Export Approvals to Israel in a Single Month, Sudden Surge After November Resumption
After the re‑authorization of arms exports to Israel at the end of November, the volume of shipments increased…
Traditional Election Posters Outshine Social Media in Party Visibility, New Survey Finds
Classic campaign posters still seem to be the most effective way for parties to be seen. A new…
German Justice Minister Targets Digital Voyeurism in Public Saunas and Spas
Stefanie Hubig, Germany’s Justice Minister and a member of the SPD, announced that she will seek to ban…
German nursing minister demands higher state share for nursing home costs
Faced with increasingly higher out‑of‑pocket costs for nursing home residents, Katrin Staffler, the federal government’s nursing delegate and…
NATO Announces Massive Eastern Flank Buildup Plans Robotised Hot Zone Along Russian Border
NATO plans to dramatically increase its military presence along the Russian border over the next two years, adding…
Schweitzer Calls for Swift Digital Tax on Foreign Tech Titans
Chairman of the Broadcasting Commission of the States, Alexander Schweitzer (SPD), has called for a rapid introduction of a…
CDU Warns of Trump’s Next Greenland Shift Calling It NATO’s Most Severe Crisis
David McAllister, chair of the European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee and a member of the CDU, described the…
Reiche’s Micromanagement Sparks Rising Criticism in Economy Ministry
Criticism of Katherina Reiche’s leadership of the federal Ministry of Economic Affairs is growing both inside the ministry and…
Greens Warn Government Over Heating Law Cost Risks From Gas Dependence
The Green Party has warned that the German government is proposing too many changes to the heating law.…
Staffler Blames Klingbeil for Rising Nursing Home Co‑Payments
Katrin Staffler, the Federal Government’s nursing care commissioner from the CSU, said that the rising out‑of‑pocket share for…
Germany’s Net Capital Inflows Beat Outflows for First Time Since 2003
In 2025 German capital inflows finally surpassed outflows for the first time since 2003, according to a study…
Green Party Criticizes Its MEPs After Mercosur Vote, Demands EU Trade Deal Review
The German Greens criticised the decision of their European Parliament colleagues to let the Mercosur trade agreement be…
De Masi Defends BSW MEPs Mercosur Vote, Demands EU Court Review
Fabio De Masi, the national chairman of the BSW and a Member of the European Parliament, dismissed criticism of…
SPD Blasts Greens as Stupid and Instinctless Over Mercosur Deal Delay
After the vote on the Mercosur agreement in the European Parliament, the SPD is openly confronting the Greens,…
Dax Falls Yet Trump Speech Brings Some Relief during Wednesday Trading Session
The Dax, after a sharp drop earlier in the day, narrowed its losses toward the end but still…
Germany’s Workforce Turning to Overtime as 40-Hour Weeks Grow
In Germany, a growing number of employees have been working longer than the statutory 40‑hour week. According to…
German Gold Reserves in US Face Growing Calls for Pullout Amid Geopolitical Risk
Calls are mounting in Bundesbank circles and among politicians to remove the German gold reserves-worth about €164 billion-from New York.…
Netanyahu Accepts Trump’s Peace Council Invite
In this role, Trump should have veto power and decide on the agenda as well as the composition…
Denmark’s Defense Committee Warns Trump of Potential US Takeover of Greenland
Mit Blick auf die nukleare Abschreckung sprach sich Jarlov dafür aus, dass Europa über eigene Atomwaffen verfügen sollte.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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 Politicians Urge Clear Signals From Al Sharaa Ahead Of Berlin Visit
In response to the anticipated visit, several organisations have called for a protest. A rally is scheduled for…
Syria President Cancels Germany Trip
Syrian President Ahmed al-Scharaa abruptly cancelled his planned visit to Germany, citing intensifying conflicts within Syria that necessitate…
German Troops Return From Greenland Mission
The German military has concluded its reconnaissance mission in Greenland, with personnel currently returning to Germany via a…
Germany Greens Demand Firm Response to Trump Tariffs
The escalating Greenland crisis and the subsequent threat of punitive tariffs from US President Donald Trump are prompting…
Doctors Back Merz on Sick Leave Debate
The debate surrounding rising sick leave rates in Germany has intensified, with the country’s association of statutory health…
Youth Green Leader Faces Fury After Söder Remark
The use of deeply offensive language by a leading figure within the German Green Youth has ignited a…
Linnemann Proposes Rapid State Action
CDU Proposal Sparks Debate on Efficiency and Legal Certainty A radical proposal from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)…
Digital Records Streamline Background Checks
The German Federal Ministry of Justice is pushing forward with a plan to digitize criminal record checks, a…
Reward Offered For Vulkangruppe Tips
The aftermath of the recent sabotage attack on Berlin’s power grid has triggered a significant escalation in the…
Dortmund Edges Past St Pauli in Thrilling Match
The Bundesliga’s 18th matchday witnessed a fraught victory for Borussia Dortmund against FC St. Pauli, a result that…
Lauterbach Blasts Merz on Sick Leave Remarks
The debate surrounding Germany’s high rates of sick leave has escalated into a political fracas, with former Health…
Youth Social Media Access Sparks Debate
A growing chorus within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is pushing for stricter regulations on social media platforms…
Brandenburg SPD and CDU Eye Coalition Talks
SPD Embraces CDU Coalition After BSW Collapse The Social Democratic Party (SPD) in Brandenburg has formally endorsed coalition…
Dax Flat Investors Cautious
Market Caution Prevails as Consolidation Phase Continues European equities displayed muted activity on Friday, reflecting a cautious investor…
Soldiers Deploy Greenland Mission Sparks Political Debate
The deployment of German soldiers to Greenland for a reconnaissance mission has drawn sharp criticism from within the…
Far-Right Groups Hold Thousands of Legal Guns
A parliamentary inquiry has revealed a deeply concerning accumulation of legally held firearms among individuals and groups designated…
Airline Tax Cut Funding Still Uncertain
A looming dispute between Germany’s Transport and Finance ministries threatens to derail a planned reduction in air travel…
Berlin Snags Late Draw in Augsburg
A Draw in Bavaria Masks Growing Concerns for Union Berlin The Bundesliga fixture between FC Augsburg and 1.…