Scholz Used Authority Amid Gas Crisis
A recent request filed under freedom of information laws has revealed a correspondence suggesting former Chancellor Olaf Scholz…
Date Labels Face New Challenge
A renewed effort is underway in Germany to eliminate expiry dates on a range of food products, aiming…
Germany Demands Israel Sanctions
Following an escalation of hostilities in Gaza City, a prominent German politician has called for the German government…
Budget Debate Begins in Parliament
The German Bundestag commenced deliberations on the 2025 budget this week, marking the start of a crucial period…
German Book Prize Shortlist Revealed
The longlist for the 2025 German Book Prize has been revealed, showcasing a diverse selection of six novels…
Steinmeier Urges Social Reform
The Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has called on the German government to undertake a fundamental reform of the…
Inheritance Tax Reform Sparks Debate
A potential overhaul of Germany’s inheritance tax system is being proposed, focusing on a lifetime allowance and tying…
Solar Cuts Threaten Energy Transition
Consumer advocates are voicing concerns regarding a proposed policy change by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs…
Cyberattack Targets NRW Election Servers
A targeted attack against the server infrastructure of IT.NRW, a central IT service provider for North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW),…
SPD Signals Mixed Feelings After North Rhine-Westphalia Vote
The leader of the SPD parliamentary group, Matthias Miersch, has offered a nuanced assessment of his party’s performance…
Taliban Talks Strained
The proposal by Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) to engage in direct talks with Afghan representatives to facilitate…
Wholesale Prices Rise
Data released Monday by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) reveal fluctuating wholesale price trends in August 2025. Overall,…
EU Plans Spark Parcel Tax Fears
Concerns are rising over the European Union’s proposed flat-rate customs levy on small package shipments, with the head…
Job Fears Sway NRW Election
Concerns surrounding job security have emerged as a dominant factor influencing voter behavior, according to the leader of…
Gladbach Stunned Bremen Cruise to Victory
4.. Despite a promising start, the visitors quickly asserted their dominance. The opening goal arrived in the 15th…
CDU Cheers Stronger Than Expected Election Result
North Rhine-Westphalia’s Minister President Hendrik Wüst of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has expressed satisfaction with his party’s…
Germany Considers Increased Afghan Deportations
Sources indicate the German government is preparing to significantly expand the deportation of Afghan citizens to their home…
Mask Dispute Costs Soar
The German federal government has already incurred legal expenses of €91 million related to disputes over the procurement…
Hannover Stumbles Hertha Dominates
Hannover 96 suffered a decisive 3-0 defeat against Hertha BSC in their fifth match of the 2. Bundesliga…
Union Falls Hoffenheim Thriller>
Union Berlin Suffers Defeat at Home Against Hoffenheim The 1. FC Union Berlin fell to a 4-2 loss…
Wagenknecht Accuses Israel of “Destruction War” in Gaza
Thousands gathered at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on Saturday to protest against the ongoing conflict in the…
Kallas Vows Tough EU Stance Against Global Shifts
European Union Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas has voiced deep concerns regarding a potential reshaping of the global…
Berlin Public Transit Soaring Costs Loom
Berlin’s subsidized public transport ticket, known as the Sozialticket, is set to increase in price starting in early…
Berlin Senator Warns of Social Unrest Over Welfare Debate
Berlin’s Social Senator, Cansel Kiziltepe of the SPD, has cautioned against a debate initiated by federal Chancellor Friedrich…
ADAC Demands End to Electric Car Debates
The German Automobile Club ADAC has called for an end to ongoing fundamental debates regarding the future of…
Diplomats Condemn Israel Strikes in Doha
The foreign ministers of Germany, France and the United Kingdom have jointly condemned the Israeli attacks on September…
Sweden Urges EU Action Against Russian Shadow Fleet
Sweden’s EU Minister, Jessica Rosencrantz, is calling for a robust response from the European Union following recent incidents…
Lawmaker Faces Disciplinary Probe
A disciplinary process against Sascha Lensing, a police officer and Member of the German Bundestag for the AfD…
Automakers Seek EU Support for Electric Vehicles
Ahead of a high-level automotive summit with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels, Schaeffler board…
Schmidt Warned of World War Looms 1980
Newly declassified documents from the U.S. State Department reveal that then-German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt voiced deep concerns about…
Gas Profits Surge in Germany
Data released from Germany’s gas grid operators reveal consistently high returns, raising questions about the impact on consumer…
Parliament Sees Record Number of Points of Order
During the current parliamentary session, a total of 13 orders for conduct were issued up to the final…
Stocks Surge Investors Eye Rate Cuts
U.S. stock markets exhibited significant gains on Thursday, buoyed by a series of factors. The Dow Jones Industrial…
Bolsonaro Conviction Looming in Brazil>
The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil has delivered a majority ruling, leaning towards the conviction of former President…
Germany Backs UN Two-State Plan>
The German government is reportedly preparing to endorse the New York Declaration, a document outlining a two-state solution…
Germany Urges Drone Defense Amid Russian Incursion
Following the incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace on Wednesday, prominent foreign policy figure Norbert Röttgen (CDU)…
Housing a Constitutional Right Demanded
The nationwide Day for People Experiencing Homelessness this Thursday has prompted renewed calls for constitutional reform. Jan van…
Industry Calls For CO2 Pipeline Network
Debate surrounding permanent carbon dioxide storage in underground facilities has intensified as German lawmakers consider a draft bill.…
Climate Funds Fall Short of Expectations
Despite the establishment of a €500 billion special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality (SVIK), the German federal…
Trump Ally Charlie Kirk Shot in Utah
A prominent supporter of former U.S. President Donald Trump, Charlie Kirk, died Wednesday following a shooting incident at…
Lang labels Klöckner a polarizing figure
Ricarda Lang, former leader of the Greens, has voiced criticism of Bundestag President Julia Klöckner (CDU), characterizing her…
Ministry Knew Northvolt Troubles Sooner
Internal documents have revealed the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action was informed of significant…
Hoffmann Expects Emmenegger Approval
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) parliamentary group anticipates support within its ranks for Sigrid Emmenegger’s nomination to the…
Russia Violates Polish Airspace Merz Condemns
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has strongly condemned the violation of Polish airspace by armed Russian drones.…
Bosch Urges Rethink on Combustion Engine Ban
Bosch CEO Stefan Hartung has cautioned against Europe’s planned phase-out of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, arguing that…
Von der Leyen Calls for Renewed Europe
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has urged EU member states to bolster the European Union’s standing…
Germany Defiant After Drone Incident
The German government has affirmed its resolve not to be intimidated by recent events following the drone incident…
Dax Rebounds Midday No Clear Trend
German equities saw a modest recovery on Wednesday after an initial positive start to the trading day, although…
Gas Shift Hurts German Wallet
A recent study by the management consultancy Boston Consulting Group (BCG), reported by the German business daily “Handelsblatt”,…
Lawmaker Opposes Total Benefit Cut>
A leading figure within the Social Democratic Party (SPD) parliamentary group, Dirk Wiese, has cautioned against the complete…
Dax Rises Eyes on France
The German DAX began the trading day on Monday with a positive trend. By 9:30 AM, the index…
Postbank to Slash Branches Rapidly
Postbank accelerates branch closure program, anticipates significant reduction by year-end. Deutsche Bank’s Dominik Hennen, responsible for the private…
Estonia Warns of Escalating Russian Threat to Western Targets
Estonia’s foreign intelligence service anticipates an escalation in Russia’s targeting of civilian infrastructure across Europe. Kaupo Rosin, the…
SPD Aims for Stronger Coalition Identity
Leading figures within Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) are calling for greater clarity and distinctiveness in the policies…
UN Future Faces Doubt Heusgen Warns
A prominent German voice has expressed concerns regarding the future effectiveness of the United Nations, citing a limited…
Germany Boosts Civil Defense
The German government is planning a significant expansion of civil protection and disaster response capabilities. Interior Minister Alexander…
AfD Eyes Solo Rule in Saxony-Anhalt>
The leading candidate for the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Saxony-Anhalt, Ulrich Siegmund, has outlined ambitious goals ahead…
Jarmusch Wins Golden Lion Wedler Named Rising Star>
The 82nd Venice Film Festival concluded with a celebration of international talent and cinematic excellence. American filmmaker Jim…
Frankfurt Loans Smolcic to Kocaelispor
Eintracht Frankfurt has loaned Croatian defender Hrvoje Smolcic to Turkish Super Lig side Kocaelispor. The Bundesliga club announced…
Hornbach shifts focus to international expansion
Hornbach, a leading home improvement retailer, is shifting its strategic focus towards international expansion for new store openings.…
School Runs Rampant Nearly One In Five Students Driven Daily
A recent survey reveals a significant portion of elementary school children are regularly transported to school by car,…
Wealthier Germans Should Fund Welfare State More
Germany’s largest social welfare association, the VdK, has called for increased contributions from wealthier individuals towards funding the…
Alcohol Ready-to-Drink Fuels Health Fears>
Health researchers are raising concerns over the burgeoning popularity of alcoholic ready-to-drink mixes in Germany. According to a…
Inheritance Tax Overhaul Needed
A leading figure in German inheritance law is calling for a fundamental overhaul of the current legislation, citing…
Google Hit With Massive EU Fine
The European Commission has levied a fine of €295 billion against Google, citing violations of EU competition rules…
German Tech Weighs On Dax Close
European markets concluded the week with a mixed performance, as Germany’s DAX index finished trading at 23,597 points,…
German Minister Warns Social Mobility Is Plummeting
Germany is facing a concerning decline in social mobility, according to a new study released by the Ifo…
Merz to Meet Auto Industry Leaders at IAA Transport Show
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to engage with leaders of the domestic automotive industry next week during…
AfD Seeks Cuts to Welfare and Foreign Aid
Following a budgetary review session of the German Bundestag’s Budget Committee concerning the 2025 federal budget, the Alternative…
German Union Calls For EU Manufacturing Boost
The head of Germany’s influential IG Metall union, Christiane Benner, is advocating for the introduction of local content…
Germany to Face Ivory Coast and Finland in 2026 Friendlies
45 PM local time in Stuttgart A fixture against the Africa Cup of Nations champions, Côte d’Ivoire, is…
Brantner Urges Dividing AfD From Its Voters
The co-leader of the German Green Party, Franziska Brantner, has advocated for a distinction between the AfD party…
Strauss Offered to Spy for US During Election
Documents recently examined from the US State Department suggest that Franz Josef Strauss, the CDU/CSU opposition’s candidate for…
Police Search Villa Linked to Far-Right Meeting for Controversial Influencer
Police conducted a search operation at the Villa Adlon in Potsdam, locating controversial influencer Erik Ahrens Brandenburg police…
VW Boss Signals Strong Industry Comeback at Munich Auto Show
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume expresses optimism regarding the future of the German automotive industry, despite ongoing challenges and…
Merz Faces Criticism Over Coalition Deal
A leading economic council affiliated with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has voiced concerns regarding recent statements made…
German Economy Slowdown Forecast for Next Year
The Leibniz Institute for Economic Research Halle (IWH) has released its autumn forecast, projecting global production to increase…
Climate Change Now Impacts German Jobs
A majority of German workers are already experiencing the effects of climate change in their workplaces, according to…
Cities Criticize Coalition’s Welfare Plans
German cities are characterizing the recently announced citizen’s income reform, following deliberations within the governing coalition, as an…
Volkswagen Electrifies Polo with New ID Models
Volkswagen is poised to revert to traditional model naming conventions for its forthcoming electric vehicles, according to reports…
German Grid Operator Warns of Autumn Power Cuts
The CEO of German transmission system operator Amprion, Christoph Müller, anticipates controlled load shedding and elevated electricity prices…
Nuclear Waste Transports Defended by Ministry
The German Federal Environment Ministry is defending planned Castor transports through North Rhine-Westphalia, concerning the relocation of nuclear…
Terzic Joins RTL as Football Analyst
05 PM local time Terzic will make his on-air debut September 7th, appearing alongside German football legend Lothar…
German Officer Honored for Kabul Rescue Mission
A German Federal Police officer has received the nation’s highest order of merit for his role in the…
Germany Considers Gas Boost for Green Hydrogen Transition
Germany’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche, is considering a transitional approach to decarbonizing industrial processes that…
German Students Lack Basic Health Knowledge
A recent nationwide study in Germany reveals significant concerns regarding the health literacy and well-being of school children…
German Inflation Jolts Markets Dax Slides
European stock markets experienced downward pressure mid-day Tuesday, with the DAX falling 12 percent to approximately 23,740 points…
Eurozone Inflation Rises to 2.1 Percent
Eurozone annual inflation edged slightly higher in August 2025, reaching an estimated 21 percent, up from 20 percent…
Minister Defends “Bullshit” Remark Rejects Welfare Cuts
Germany’s Federal Minister for Social Affairs, Bärbel Bas, has defended her recent strong criticism of proposals to curtail…
Merz Pledges Swift Action on City Debt Relief
Municipal authorities in North Rhine-Westphalia have expressed satisfaction with the federal government’s commitment to addressing accumulated municipal debt…
Xi Urges Closer Ties Among SCO Nations
Speaking at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping characterized the current global landscape as…
Werder Bremen Signs Bayer Leverkusen’s Boniface on Loan
Bayer Leverkusen has agreed to a one-year loan transfer of striker Victor Boniface to fellow Bundesliga club Werder…
Tire Wearup Changes Rhine River Microbes
Research indicates that tire wear particles are significantly altering the microbial ecosystems within the Rhine River Scientists at…
Dortmund Downs Union in Bundesliga Thriller
Borussia Dortmund secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Union Berlin in the second matchday of the Bundesliga season…
SPD Plans Crackdown on Welfare Abuse
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) views the anticipated suspension of adjustments to Bürgergeld (Germany’s basic income scheme) next…
Left Condemns Merz on Potential Female Conscription
Opposition members from the Left Party have voiced strong criticism of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent statements regarding the…
German Inflation Rises Noticeably to 2.2 Percent
Germany’s annual consumer price increase accelerated again in August 2025, according to preliminary figures released Friday by the…
German Economist Calls For Looser Job Protections
Germany’s unemployment figures have surpassed three million, prompting calls for economic policy adjustments from leading economist Veronika Grimm.…
Ukraine Minister Cools Hopes For Quick Peace
Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has cautioned against premature optimism regarding a swift resolution to the conflict…
Nine in Ten Germans Feel Job Secure Despite Economic Concerns
Despite ongoing economic challenges in Germany, a significant majority of employees currently feel secure in their jobs, according…