DIW Warns of Recession and Calls for Action
DIW President Marcel Fratzscher warns of the consequences of a struggling US economy for Germany and calls on…
Condos, Homes Skyrocket 1.1%, 2.9% in First Quarter of 2025
The prices of residential properties and single and double-family homes in Germany have experienced a significant increase for…
Warning: Nursing Insurance at Risk of Mass Bankruptcies – Urgent Action Needed
Anne-Kathrin Klemm, chairwoman of the BKK-Dachverband, is urging the new government to stabilize the financial situation of many…
Meat Industry Cheers as Meat Subsidies Rejected, New Minister Announced
Deutschland’s food and meat industry representatives welcome the appointment of Alois Rainer (CSU) as the new state agriculture…
Van Aken’s “Six-Point Plan” aims to expand democracy in Germany, including federal referendums, lowering voting age to 16 and voting rights for foreigners.
Linkspartei Chairman Jan van Aken calls for a general reduction of voting age to 16 years and voting…
Stock markets soar despite signs of weaker economy
US stock markets have risen on Wednesday. At the end of trading in New York, the Dow was…
Death of Suspected Nazi Perpetrator Halts Trial for 3,322 Murders at Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
The Landgericht Hanau has discontinued proceedings against a suspected Nazi perpetrator. As the court announced on Wednesday, the…
1 Million Euros Up for Grabs
In the Wednesday draw of “6 aus 49” by the German Lotto and Toto Association, the lottery numbers…
Hackers exploit security flaw in electronic patient records system
The newly added security measures for the official start of the electronic patient file (ePA) this week have…
Social Association: Pension Increase Insufficient for Many
The Social Association of Germany welcomes the pension increase that was introduced by the Federal Cabinet on Wednesday,…
Foreign Office Hopes for Reconciliation as India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate
The Foreign Office hopes for a peaceful resolution to the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan. “We are…
Verdi Union Demands 15 Euro Minimum Wage Starting Next Year
The head of the services union Verdi, Frank Werneke, expects the minimum wage to be at 15 euros…
Jusos Accept SPD’s Coalition Deal Despite Campaigning for Rejection
The SPD Basis votes in favor of the coalition agreement with the Union, despite Juso’s call for rejection…
Retirees to face tax cuts, but only if economy grows
Thorsten Frei, the future Chief of the Chancellor’s Office (CDU), expects tax relief for small and medium-sized enterprises…
No More Easy Entry for Asylum Seekers
CDU’s upcoming Chief of the Federal Chancellery, Thorsten Frei, has announced stricter rules for asylum seekers starting from…
Deadline Expired, Results to Come
The SPD has concluded its member vote on the coalition agreement with the Union. On Tuesday evening, one…
Minimum wage demand of 15.12 euros to end poverty despite work
On Labor Day, the SoVD is calling for a strengthening of employee rights and a noticeable improvement in…
Weimer Rejects “Cultural Warrior” Label, Vows to Combat AfD in Office
Designated Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer defends himself against the accusation of being a right-wing ideologue and announces…
Countdown to Re-election for Mayor Tschentscher
The SPD and the Greens in Hamburg have signed their new coalition agreement two months after the municipal…
Muslim Women’s Face Covering Ban Upheld in Berlin-Brandenburg Court.
The Oberverwaltungsgericht Berlin-Brandenburg has upheld a decision of the Verwaltungsgericht Berlin, stating that women of the Muslim faith…
Faeser Calls for Enhanced Protection of Germany’s Critical Infrastructure After Iberian Power Outages
Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser (SPD) has called for increased protection of critical infrastructure in Germany…
Intercepting Over 1,000 Immigrants
The Federal Police in Lower Saxony have made a significant arrest against a suspected smuggling gang on Tuesday.…
April 2025: Germany’s Warmest and Driest April on Record
In April 2025, Germany experienced notably warmer and drier conditions compared to the long-term average. As reported by…
No Vote for Chancellor Tuesday
Grünen-Chef Felix Banaszak does not believe that members of the Green parliamentary faction will vote for Merz as…
Amnesty International: Global Human Rights Crisis Deepens Amidst Armed Conflicts and Authoritarian Attacks
Amnesty International criticizes the international community for failing to protect human rights. In its report on the global…
German Companies Struggle with Economic Uncertainty Amidst Trade Tensions
German companies are increasingly struggling to predict their business development. According to a survey conducted by the Ifo…
CSU Leader Söder Confident SPD Will Approve Coalition Deal
CSU Leader Markus Söder expects SPD base to approve coalition agreement CSU leader Markus Söder has expressed his…
Minister’s Media Stake Raises Questions
Non-profit organization Lobbycontrol identifies conflict of interest between designated Minister of Culture Wolfram Weimer and his role as…
DAK Urges Quick Action from New Health Minister
The head of the health insurance company DAK, Andreas Storm, has urgently appealed to the newly appointed Health…
Laumann defends Merz’s cabinet selection, cites strong coalition agreement and internal climate
Karl-Josef Laumann, the deputy chairman of the CDU and former head of the employer’s wing CDA, has rejected…
Left Party Leader Calls Merz’s Cabinet a ‘Real Horror Cabinet’ Threatening Democracy
Jan van Aken, the Co-Chair of the Left Party, sees a danger for democracy in the cabinet under…
Journalist and Media Entrepreneur Named Surprising New Culture Minister
The German Cultural Council has reacted unexpectedly to the nomination of journalist and media entrepreneur Wolfram Weimer as…
DAX Holds Steady as Airbus and Merck Surge Amidst Political News Lull
At the start of the week, the Dax showed a cautious performance. At the Xetra trading close, the…
More Like Merz’s Fan Curve than Cabinet of Competence
Sahra Wagenknecht, the chairwoman of the Left party, has expressed her dissatisfaction with the newly appointed Union ministers.…
ENTSO-E Proposes Dividing Germany’s Power Zone into Five New Zones for Increased Efficiency
The European transmission system operators (ENTSO-E) are considering dividing the current electricity zone, which includes Germany and Luxembourg,…
Faeser assures smooth transition for new Federal Minister of the Interior Dobrindt
Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser (SPD) has congratulated her designated successor Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) on his nomination and…
IG Metall warns of government failure due to SPD and Union parties
Christiane Benner, the chairman of the IG Metall, has expressed her concerns about the upcoming government formation in…
Majority of Germans Avert Glance at US Amid Trump’s Troubles
German tourists reportedly deterred by US President Donald Trump. According to a Forsa survey for the “Stern” magazine,…
Bochum Earns Surprising 1-1 Draw Against Union Berlin
In the first Sunday match of the 31st Bundesliga round, VfL Bochum and Union Berlin drew 1-1. The…
Steinmeier: Germany’s Crucial Role in NATO Amidst Putin’s War
On Monday, on the 70th anniversary of the NATO membership of the Federal Republic of Germany, Federal President…
Opposition Leader AfD Could Win Up to 32% of Votes, Insa-Chef Predicts
Hermann Binkert, the head of the opinion research institute Insa, believes that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) has…
A Double-Edged Sword in the Fight Against Recession
The future German government plans to take on several hundred billion euros of debt. The aim is to…
Last Wishes: Pope Francis Plans Simple Funeral Like ‘Every Christian’
The funeral of Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88, will take…
Russian Special Ops Veterans Could Be Key to Resolving Africa’s Conflicts
The Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lawrow, has announced that Russia will assist Sahel States in improving their combat…
New Tariffs on Solar Imports from Southeast Asia
Washington has expanded its trade dispute with China by imposing high tariffs on solar imports from four Southeast…
Lung Diseases Not Immediate Cause
Vatican Spokesperson Confirms Death of Pope Francis due to Stroke A Vatican spokesperson has confirmed that Pope Francis…
Stocks Plummet Amid Budget Concerns
US President Donald Trump has once again publicly criticized the head of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, demanding…
Hefty Costs Hit Homeowners
Germany’s outgoing Minister for Economic Affairs, Robert Habeck (The Greens), claims that the decision to stop importing Russian…
Ukrainian Soldiers’ Families Unite in Chatbot Complaints Against Commanders
In the face of the ongoing Ukraine conflict and the general situation in the country, many Ukrainian soldiers…
Inside the Battle for Influence
US President Donald Trump has suspended the implementation of some tariffs or made them less drastic after speaking…
Clickbait Headline Alert!
A social media consultant for the political party Die Linke has faced criticism for making light of the…
Germany’s Peace Movement Struggles Amidst Tense World Order – Seeking Solutions in Multipolar Era
The War Against Russia Due to time constraints, it is not possible within the scope of this lecture…
Dagmar Henn’s Warning on Easter’s Foundation
I understand that you have a strong opinion about the capitalist system and its impact on society. However,…
Peace activists labeled as ‘Nazis’ for protesting against Corona measures
On Saturday, the traditional Düsseldorf Easter March took place, organized by the Düsseldorf Peace Forum. With the motto…
Ukraine Accused of Breaking Easter Ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine Conflict
According to reports from the Russian Ministry of Defense, Russian military forces have been attacked over 1,300 times…
Aerosmith’s ‘Ace of Spades’ Gets a New Twist with Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Guest Appearance
US military withdrawal from Europe is imminent, according to a recent article in Foreign Policy. The Trump administration…
Is War with Russia on the Horizon?
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania visits Ukraine, joins troops at front Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania is currently…
Early Blow to Social Improvements
In recent times, social realities have become overshadowed by the war rhetoric, leading to the opposite situation where…
Russia’s Debt Reminders and Genocide Anniversary Push
Since April 9th, 2025, the burning of Chatyn in Belarus, the siege of Leningrad, the execution of hundreds…
Israel Eyes Nuclear Strike on Iran Amidst US Warning and Tehran Threats
Israel reportedly plans to attack Iranian nuclear facilities despite warnings from US President Donald Trump. Reuters reports that…
Internet Calculates 92% of US History Marked by Conflict
The concept of “forever wars” has been a common criticism of the US foreign policy, with both external…
Selenskyj’s Bold Move Against Trump’s Envoy Raises Doubts About His Future
The article in the Bild newspaper titled “Refusing a 50 billion dollar deal with Selenskij, does Trump want…
Special Ops Veterans Could Play Crucial Role in Resolving Continent’s Conflicts
Russia to help Sahel States improve military capabilities, expand their forces and train law enforcement officials, Russian Foreign…
A Black Sea Oasis Opening This Year
The first wine city in Russia and even the world, called “Belyi Mys” (White Cape) will launch in…
Austria Tightens Borders Amid Swine Fever Outbreaks in Hungary and Slovakia
Swine fever (MKS) is spreading in Hungary and Slovakia. While veterinarians are vaccinating and authorities are closing borders,…
A Surprising Meeting in the Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with an Israeli-Russian family who were held captive in the Gaza Strip. The…
Vanessa Behrendt: Police Pushes AfD Politician to Explain Position on Controversial Monarchy Prosecution Request
Lower Saxony’s AfD state parliamentarian Vanessa Behrendt is known for various media reports about lawsuits against her person,…
Rome Talks: Iran, USA to Discuss Nuclear Program Removal
The second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran is expected to take place in…
Rubio, Witkoff, Lammy and Macron in Paris to Discuss Peace, Tariffs and Ceasefire in Ukraine
UK, US, France to hold talks on Ukraine crisis, Iran and tradePARIS, March 17 (Telegraph) – British Foreign…
Media Unrest and Misunderstanding
Brandenburg commemorates the bloody and merciless Battle of Seelow in WWIIBrandenburg marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle…
Iran’s Uranium Enrichment Not Up for Discussion in Nuclear Talks with USA
In light of the concerns raised by the United States regarding Iran’s nuclear program, Tehran is ready to…
Vienna Schools: Muslim Student Majority Sparks Debate on Democracy Education
In Vienna’s primary and secondary schools, Muslim students now make up the largest religious group. Current figures show…
US Considers Cutting Almost All Funding for International Organizations, Including NATO
The US government is reportedly working on a budget proposal that would eliminate “almost all financing for international…
42 Alawites Killed in Religious Motivated Murders Since March
Since the end of Ramadan, which was on March 30th, there have been 42 religiously motivated killings of…
Sweden’s Christian Identity Fades as Muslim Immigrants Alter Nation’s Religious Landscape
A Statistical Analysis According to recent reports from the Swedish press, the number of Muslim communities in Sweden…
Death Penalty or Life Imprisonment?
Since the South Korean Constitutional Court removed President Yoon Suk-yeol from office on April 4th for violating the…
CDU Candidate for Foreign Minister Advocates for Escalation Over Diplomacy
Johann Wadephul, a member of the CDU party, was responsible for foreign, security and defense policy in the…
Former South Korean President Yoon Faces Capital Punishment or Lifelong Imprisonment for Alleged Rebellion Incitement
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol lost his presidential immunity after being dismissed from office on April 4th for…
CDU Minister’s Blunder on Migration Contributions Leaves Audience Bewildered
Michael Kretschmer, the CDU Minister President of the Free State of Saxony, was contacted by the ZDF editorial…
China Halts Rare Earths Export, Upending Tech Industry Amid Trade War Intensification
The Chinese political leadership in Beijing has announced that the export of certain “rare earth minerals and magnets”…
Eventin Seizure Lawsuit Threatens Ship Cargo Sale to Finance Ministry
An appeal against the seizure was filed at the Financial Court in Greifswald. The heavily oil-laden tanker, which…
Kiev Reports Crash in Sumy Region
The Ukrainian Air Force has reported the death of 26-year-old pilot Pawel Iwanow during a combat flight with…
The Unexpected Rise of a Global Industrial Power
The United States has been shifting its industrial production overseas, with China being the preferred destination for decades.…
China Responds to Trump’s Surprising Tariff U-Turn on Electronics Imports
The Chinese government has responded to the decision by the Trump administration to exempt smartphones and laptops from…
Kursk Front: Over 500 Ukrainian Soldiers Surrender, Kiev Desperately Resists
Over 500 Ukrainian fighters, including a foreign mercenary, have surrendered to Russian troops in the Kursk border region.…
New Strategy in Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
The Trump administration is reportedly taking drastic measures to encourage immigrants to leave the United States. According to…
President Putin Extols Achievements
Russian astronauts Alexey Ovtchinin, Ivan Wagner and Kirill Peskov have expressed their congratulations on the occasion of the…
Police Respond to Knife Wielding Suspect in Berlin
In the coming days, the European Union will be holding a series of meetings to discuss the latest…
US Temporarily Halts Tariffs on Tech Imports Amidst Trade Tensions with China
The United States has temporarily suspended the previously imposed tariffs on electronic devices such as smartphones, computers, semiconductors…
Schools Reveal True Reason Behind Canceled Classes
21 schools in Duisburg were closed on Monday due to two “extremely right-wing” threat emails. However, on Thursday,…
DJV: Journalist’s Account Cancellation Exposes Deep Banking Grievances
Gaby Weber, a long-standing tenacious researcher and filmmaker, has consistently published insightful books. In the interest of research,…
Former Minister Calls for Direct Military Confrontation
Former German politician Joschka Fischer has been accused of provoking Berlin over the issue of sending troops to…
Is Habeck’s Heating Law a Boiling Frog? Experts Debate Urgency of Reform
Some initial details are emerging about the proposed changes to the unpopular Building Energy Act (also known as…
Declassified Documents Reveal Decade-Long Search for Hitler in the 1950s
Documents from the CIA, dating from 1945 to 1955, have been analyzed by the Washington Post. They show…
Unleashing War Propaganda and Bolstering Military Might
Germany and its allies are preparing for a potential war against Russia, Iran and China. The political-media establishment…
Germany’s War-Ready Equipment in Ukraine Delivery Stuns Military Experts
The acting German Federal Defense Minister, Boris Pistorius, has announced the continuation of substantial military support for Kyiv…
Ukrainian Commander Calls for 30,000 Conscripts Per Month to Counter Russian Forces
Ukrainian General Calls for Increased Mobilization to Counter Russian Military Strength Ukrainian General Alexander Syrski has called for…
Alleged Syria Payments and Dubious Company Ties Threaten Austria’s Neutrality
In a urgent request in the Federal Council, the FPÖ (Freedom Party of Austria) criticizes Foreign Minister Beate…
US Ambassador and Russian Official Converge in Saint Petersburg Amidst Upcoming Presidential Meeting
US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff arrived in St. Petersburg on Friday. According to reports…
Citizens fear surveillance and loss of privacy
On April 9th, six weeks after the federal election, the representatives of Union and SPD presented the agreed-upon…