German Intelligence Agency Plans Security Overhaul
Germany’s domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV), is undertaking a significant…
US Stocks Fall Nasdaq Leads Decline
US equity markets experienced a decline on Friday. At the close of trading in New York, the Dow…
St Pauli Wins Heated Hamburg Derby
St. Pauli secured a 2-0 victory over Hamburger SV in Friday’s Bundesliga city derby, played before a sold-out…
Tax Returns Could Soon Be Automated
A citizen’s advocacy group is adding its voice to calls for a significantly streamlined tax declaration process for…
Germany France Agree New Economic Plan
Germany and France have reached an agreement on a joint economic agenda, revealed during a ministerial council meeting…
German Union Opposes Weakening Job Protections
Germany’s leading social welfare association, the SoVD, has voiced strong opposition to calls for a weakening of employment…
German DAX Slides Amid Lacklustre Trading
The German DAX index experienced a shift in momentum on Thursday, moving into negative territory by midday after…
Hubert Hüppe Leads Germany’s Senior Conservative Group
Hubert Hüppe has been elected as the new Federal Chairman of the “Senioren-Union” a prominent organization representing the…
Police Seek Fewer Fines For Minor Offenses
The newly elected state chairman of the German Police Union (Gewerkschaft der Polizei), Patrick Schlüter, has advocated for…
Afghan Acceptance Isn’t Visa Guarantee
A commitment to accept individuals under the Federal Programme for the Admission of Afghan Nationals does not automatically…
Nobel Laureate Warns Europe Against Trump’s Influence
Ahead of planned Franco-German government consultations, Nobel laureate in Economics Jean Tirole has urged Europe to pursue robust…
Coalition Leaders Seek to Reset Working Relationship
Leading figures from Germany’s CDU/CSU and SPD parliamentary groups convened in Würzburg Thursday for a two-day closed-door meeting,…
BMW Boss Predicts Auto Industry Shakeup
BMW anticipates a significant reshaping of the global automotive industry, with CEO Oliver Zipse predicting a period of…
Wissing Lands New Post After Ministry Exit
Volker Wissing, former Federal Minister for Digital and Transport, has accepted a new position as chairman of a…
German Apprenticeships See Slight Decline
New data released by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) indicates a slight decrease in newly registered vocational training…
German Leader Accuses Rival Of Macho Behavior
The co-leader of Germany’s Left Party (Die Linke), Jan van Aken, has publicly critiqued Chancellor Friedrich Merz of…
Union Boss Slams Proposed Pension Levy
The head of Germany’s largest trade union confederation, DGB, Yasmin Fahimi, has sharply criticized proposals put forward by…
Commerzbank Chief Warns Against Unicredit Takeover
Commerzbank’s board member Michael Kotzbauer has cautioned about potential consequences stemming from a possible takeover by its major…
Renewable Energy Boost Needed Experts Warn
Experts are increasingly advocating for an accelerated approach to Germany’s energy transition, responding to a recent monitoring initiative…
US Stocks Climb Ahead of Nvidia Earnings
US stock markets posted gains on Wednesday. At the close of trading in New York, the Dow Jones…
Police Union Urges Improved Data Sharing
Germany’s police union, GdP, has urged improved inter-agency data sharing as the government prepares to approve the establishment…
German MP Calls for Mandatory Service Year for All Residents
The Chairman of the German Bundestag’s Defence Committee, Thomas Röwekamp, is advocating for a universal year of national…
Nagelsmann Names Germany Squad For World Cup Qualifiers
Julian Nagelsmann, head coach of the German national men’s team, today announced his squad for the upcoming World…
Breher Named Germany’s New Animal Welfare Chief
Silvia Breher, a member of the CDU party, has been appointed as the new Federal Government Commissioner for…
Soldiers Expected To Increase Train Travel
The German Ministry of Defence anticipates an increase in soldiers utilizing complimentary rail travel following the implementation of…
Greenland Dispute Flares Up Between Denmark and US
A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Denmark and the United States following reports of alleged covert operations conducted…
Greens Doubt Coalition Support For New Military Service
Members of Germany’s Green party are raising legal concerns regarding the government’s proposed new military service plan and…
Government Boosts Funding for Controversial Democracy Program
The German federal government intends to increase funding for the controversial “Democracy Alive” program, according to a report…
Dax Holds Steady as US Earnings Season Closes
Trading opened on Wednesday with the DAX showing minimal movement. At approximately 9:30 AM local time, Germany’s benchmark…
Stuttgart Wins Thrilling Cup Tie After Penalty Shootout
VfB Stuttgart advanced to the next round of the DFB-Pokal following a dramatic encounter with Eintracht Braunschweig, ultimately…
Klüssendorf Warns Against Welfare Cuts
Ahead of a joint strategy meeting of the governing coalition’s parliamentary group leaderships scheduled for Thursday and Friday…
Wagenknecht Rallies Supporters Against Military Service Reform
The Alliance for Germany (BSW) intends to leverage the planned reform of military service to galvanize its supporters…
Charity Urges Calm Over Welfare Reform Plans
One of Germany’s largest welfare organizations, Diakonie Deutschland, has voiced cautious support for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent announcement…
Kovac Stays at Dortmund Through 2027
Borussia Dortmund has secured the long-term future of head coach Niko Kovac, announcing a contract extension through June…
German Engineers Slam New US Tariffs
German engineering firms are voicing concerns over newly imposed supplementary tariffs on imports into the United States. Despite…
German Firms Dominate Social Media Presence
A significant majority of German businesses continue to maintain an active presence on social media, with recent data…
Munich Attack Suspect Formally Charged
Federal prosecutors have filed charges against an Afghan national alleged to be responsible for a fatal attack on…
AfD Gains Record Support in New Poll
Recent polling data indicates a continued shift in German political preferences and a prevailing sense of economic pessimism…
Dortmund Signs Chelsea’s Chukwuemeka
Borussia Dortmund has secured the permanent transfer of midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea FC. The 21-year-old player, who…
CDU Tax Plan Faces Party Rejection
A proposal from CDU budget expert Andreas Mattfeldt to increase taxes on high earners, potentially funding social reforms,…
German DAX Slides Awaiting US Economic News
European markets experienced a subdued trading session Tuesday, with the DAX exhibiting cautious movement. Around midday, the German…
Söder Wishes Habeck Well After Political Exit
Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder has wished Robert Habeck well with future endeavors following the announcement of the former…
German Border Checks See Over 10000 Rejections Minister Praises Results
Germany’s Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has highlighted a significant decrease in illegal migration to the country, attributing it…
German Minister Backs Controversial Palantir Spyware
Germany’s Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has defended the controversial surveillance software developed by US company Palantir, emphasizing its…
Parties Unite to End Insurance Contribution Double Taxation
A cross-party consensus is building in Germany regarding the taxation of direct insurance policies, with both the conservative…
Magdeburg Attacker Planned 2023 Attack Reportedly
Prosecutors allege the driver who intentionally drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg last month…
Habeck Criticizes Klöckner and Söder’s Policies
Former Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has publicly questioned the capacity of Bundestags President Julia Klöckner to fulfill her role…
Half of Germans Now Tune In To Podcasts
A recent survey indicates that podcast listening has become a widespread habit amongst Germans, with nearly half of…
Fentanyl Threat Looms in Germany
Germany is facing a growing concern regarding the emergence of synthetic opioids within its illicit drug market, according…
Doctors to Offer Extended Hours for Patients
Negotiations between Germany’s National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds (GKV-Spitzenverband) and the National Association of Statutory Physicians…
Greens Demand Solar Power Boost
Members of Germany’s Green Party parliamentary group are advocating for a significant expansion of solar energy infrastructure across…
Merz Refreshed After Holiday Despite Interruptions
Chancellor Friedrich Merz reports feeling refreshed following his summer break, despite multiple interruptions to his time off. Speaking…
Far-Right Group Fails to Disrupt German TV Interview
A group of far-right activists apparently failed in an attempt to disrupt the ARD’s “Summer Interview” with Markus…
Reyna Joins Gladbach From Dortmund
Borussia Mönchengladbach has secured the signing of attacking midfielder Giovanni Reyna from Borussia Dortmund. The 22-year-old has penned…
Union Berlin Wins Bundesliga Opener Against Stuttgart
Union Berlin kicked off their Bundesliga campaign with a 2-1 victory over VfB Stuttgart at the Stadion An…
Greens Open to Cross-Party Election Law Talks
Germany’s Green Party has signaled a willingness to engage in cross-party discussions regarding further electoral law reform. Till…
Union to Tighten Rules on Botox and Filler Procedures
Members of several German political parties are calling for stricter regulations surrounding who is qualified to perform non-surgical…
Government Hesitates On Compulsory Service For Retirees
The German federal government has offered a reserved response to proposals for a mandatory service year for retirees,…
Greens Slam SPD Secrecy Over Court Pick
Discontent is brewing within Germany’s Green Party regarding the Social Democrats’ (SPD) handling of a potential candidate for…
Finance Minister Demands Budget Savings From Cabinet
Germany’s Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has formally requested that his cabinet colleagues submit detailed proposals for consolidating the…
German Official Urges Stronger Religious Freedom Protections
Germany’s Special Representative for Religious Freedom and Worldviews, Thomas Rachel, has urged a renewed commitment to protecting freedom…
German VP Condemns Halt to Arms for Israel
A senior German parliamentary official has voiced strong reservations regarding the recent decision to curtail arms exports to…
Ukrainian Arrested in Italy Over Nord Stream Pipelines
A Ukrainian national has been apprehended in Italy in connection with the investigation into the attacks on the…
German Film Eyes Oscar Glory
Germany has selected Mascha Schilinski’s feature film, “In Die Sonne Schauen” (Looking at the Sun), as its entry…
No Charges Filed Against Former Prosecutor in Cum-Ex Scandal
Following a comprehensive review of a criminal complaint, German prosecutors have decided against launching a formal investigation into…
Left Demands EU Halt to Israel Deal
The co-leader of Germany’s Left Party, Jan van Aken, has called on Chancellor Friedrich Merz to halt the…
German DAX dips as investors await cues
The German DAX index experienced a shift into negative territory by midday Thursday, following a cautious open. Around…
Haseloff Rules Out AfD in Next Government
The Minister-President of Saxony-Anhalt, Reiner Haseloff, anticipates the AfD will not participate in a governing coalition following the…
SPD Names New Judge Candidate for Top Court
Germany’s Social Democrats (SPD) have identified a new candidate for a judge at the Federal Constitutional Court in…
Minister Urges Stronger Protection For Children From Sexual Abuse
Germany’s Federal Minister for Family Affairs, Karin Prien, has underscored the urgent need to protect children and adolescents…
Doctors Reject Patient Access Fee
Germany’s association of general practitioners has voiced strong opposition to proposed patient co-payments for visits to doctor’s offices.…
Spahn Pushes for Billions to Stabilize Care Insurance
A leading figure within Germany’s parliamentary CDU/CSU group is advocating for increased federal funding to stabilize contributions to…
German Tax Revenue Continues to Rise
German tax revenues continued to rise in July, although at a slower pace than observed in previous months.…
Spain Wildfires Government Highlights Tourist Rights
The German Federal Government has reminded travelers of their rights regarding package holidays, particularly in light of increasingly…
Spain Wildfires Government Reminds Tourists of Rights
The German Federal Government has addressed consumer rights pertaining to package holidays in light of the escalating effects…
Parents Spend 500 Euros on Kids’ Digital Lives
German parents spend an average of 503 euros annually on digital devices and media for their children, according…
Scheuer Faces Inquiry Over Road Toll Testimony
The German Federal Ministry of Transport is declining to comment on the indictment brought against former Transport Minister…
Berlin Report Details Rising Clan Crime
Berlin authorities released a comprehensive report on Wednesday detailing the current state of organized crime linked to extended…
Haseloff Opposes Tax Hikes Favors Welfare Reform
The debate around Germany’s fiscal policy is intensifying, with diverging views emerging from key political figures. Reiner Haseloff,…
Employers Push For Doctor Visit Fee
Germany’s leading employer association, the Bundesvereinigung der Deutschen Arbeitgeberverbände (BDA), is advocating for a new approach to healthcare…
Average Grain Harvest Expected This Year
Germany’s agricultural sector anticipates an average grain harvest in 2025, according to recent assessments by the German Farmers’…
Self-Employed Fear Retirement Security
A new study from the Ifo Institute reveals a significant level of uncertainty among Germany’s self-employed and micro-entrepreneurs…
Germany Faces Chemical and Pharma Supply Chain Disruptions
Germany’s chemical industry association (VCI) has cautioned that escalating global conflicts could potentially disrupt the country’s access to…
CDU and Allies Nearing AfD in Polls
Support for Germany’s traditionally dominant center-right CDU/CSU bloc continues to decline, placing them in a tight race with…
E-Bike Helmets Needed Rescue Chief Warns
The Chairman of the German Professional Association of Rescue Services (DBRD), Frank Flake, is advocating for mandatory helmet…
Hertha Wins Thrilling Cup Tie on Penalties
Hertha BSC advanced in the first round of the DFB-Pokal following a penalty shootout victory over Preußen Münster.…
Mainz edges past Dresden in cup Fortuna advance
Mainz 05 advanced to the second round of the DFB-Pokal with a narrow 1-0 victory over Dynamo Dresden…
Trump and Zelenskyy project unity at White House meeting
During a meeting at the White House on Monday, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
German Rail Punctuality Hits New Low
Deutsche Bahn reports a further decline in punctuality for July 2025. Just 59.4 percent of long-distance travelers reached…
Opposition Rejects Tax Hike Plans
The leading opposition bloc, the CDU/CSU, has firmly rejected recent suggestions from Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil that tax…
Merz to Join White House Ukraine Talks Details Remain Unclear
Berlin – Details surrounding the role of CDU leader Friedrich Merz during the Ukraine meeting at the White…
Neuer Could Return for 2026 World Cup
Football expert Lothar Matthäus believes a potential return to the national team for goalkeeper Manuel Neuer at the…
Experts Predict Inflation Will Stay High
Global inflation is expected to remain persistently elevated in the coming years, according to a recent survey conducted…
German Welfare Costs Surge Past 20 Billion Euros
Germany’s social welfare expenditure reached 20.2 billion euros net in 2024, a 14.8 percent increase compared to the…
Trump Pushes Ukraine to Cede Territory to Russia
Following a recent meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, concerns are being raised…
Köln Snatch Dramatic Cup Win Against Regensburg
Third-division side Jahn Regensburg narrowly missed a major upset in the first round of the DFB-Pokal, conceding a…
Frankfurt and Paderborn Win Cup Ties
Early matches in the first round of the DFB-Pokal saw favored teams Eintracht Frankfurt and SC Paderborn advance…
German Economic Slowdown Hits IT Jobs
A recent study by the Cologne Institute for Economic Research (IW) indicates a growing impact of Germany’s subdued…
Stuttgart Re-Signs Wolfsburg’s Tiago Tomas
VfB Stuttgart has secured the return of Portuguese forward Tiago Tomas from fellow Bundesliga side VfL Wolfsburg. The…
Sandhausen Fights Hard Despite Leipzig Defeat
SV Sandhausen, a regional league side, faced a challenging encounter in the first round of the DFB-Pokal, ultimately…