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German Asylum Applications by Russians Fall to Record Low 3,640 in 2025
By the end of 2025, nearly 286,000 people with Russian citizenship were residing in Germany. About half hold…
January 19, 2026
Ten Die as Two High-Speed Trains Derail in Spain
While investigations continue, the Spanish government has assured the public that the derailed Alvia and Iryo trains will…
January 18, 2026
Klingbeil Seeks Labor Union Business Alliance
The German government, spearheaded by Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), is initiating a…
January 18, 2026
Military Watchdog Demands Sexism Study
The parliamentary commissioner for the armed forces, Henning Otte, has issued a stark call for expedited action from…
January 18, 2026
US Tech Reliance Risks Security
The escalating geopolitical tensions and the increasingly assertive stance of the US administration are prompting German states to…
January 18, 2026
Saturday Lotto Numbers Revealed
Examining Public Engagement and Responsible Gambling Concerns The draw of Germany’s flagship lottery, “6 aus 49” took place…
January 17, 2026
Youth Social Media Access Sparks Debate
A growing chorus within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is pushing for stricter regulations on social media platforms…
January 17, 2026
Germany Considers Food Basket Relief
The German government is increasingly exploring measures to alleviate the burden of soaring food prices on households, with…
January 17, 2026
Versengold Tops German Album Charts
Shifting Tastes and the Rise of Regional Identity in German Music Charts A surprising shift in the landscape…
January 17, 2026
Journalists Released Venezuela Situation Remains Grim
“Venezuela Releases Several Detained Journalists Amidst Broader Political Prisoner Amnesty, Concerns Remain” Five of six imprisoned journalists have…
January 17, 2026
Eurojackpot Numbers Released Friday
Fortunes Won, Public Funds Raised and Underlying Social Concerns The Eurojackpot lottery delivered its latest round of winning…
January 17, 2026
Germany Considers Stripping Voting Rights for Incitement
The German Justice Minister, Stefanie Hubig of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), has staunchly defended a proposed law…
January 17, 2026
BYD Buses Raise Security Concerns for German Rail
The procurement of electric buses from the Chinese manufacturer BYD by Deutsche Bahn (DB) is facing intense scrutiny…
January 17, 2026
Military Accused of Ignoring Harassment
The Federal Anti-Discrimination Bureau’s director, Ferda Ataman, has issued a stark warning to the German military, demanding a…
January 17, 2026
Politicians Seek Shield From Insult Laws
The debate surrounding Paragraph 188 of the German Criminal Code, which criminalizes the defamation of individuals in public…
January 17, 2026
Party Leaders Urge Caution on Media Oversight
A growing debate within Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is sparking concerns over potential government overreach into journalistic…
January 16, 2026
Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Greenland Opposition
The escalating dispute over U.S. ambitions for Grönland has taken a sharp turn, with President Donald Trump threatening…
January 16, 2026
Tourism Group Demands Flight Tax Cut
The German tourism industry is escalating its lobbying efforts for a reduction in aviation tax, highlighting a growing…
January 16, 2026
E-Car Incentive Delay Sparks Coalition Criticism
The abrupt postponement of the highly anticipated electric vehicle (EV) subsidy announcement has drawn sharp criticism from Christian…
January 16, 2026
Kassel Suspects Held in Terror Prep Probe
Frankfurt and Kassel, Germany – Two German nationals have been arrested on suspicion of preparing a serious act…
January 16, 2026
Flu Shots Urged Amid Shortages
Germany’s pharmacy associations are issuing a renewed call for influenza vaccination as concerns mount over dwindling vaccine supplies…
January 16, 2026
Greens Demand Action on Derelict Buildings
The German Green Party is escalating pressure on the federal government to address the escalating crisis of “derelict…
January 16, 2026
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…
January 16, 2026
Cities Eye First Dibs on Foreclosed Properties
German municipalities are pushing for a significant shift in property law, advocating for a communal right of first…
January 16, 2026
Union Fights Tax Hike on Gas Cars
The proposal by a faction within the Social Democratic Party (SPD) to significantly increase the taxation of company…
January 16, 2026
Ulm Attack Suspect Had Travel Ban
The circumstances surrounding the knife attack in an Ulm shopping center last week are drawing intense scrutiny, particularly…
January 15, 2026
Faulty Signal Boxes Missed in Major Rail Upgrade
The German rail infrastructure giant, Deutsche Bahn (DB), is facing mounting criticism over its planned modernization of the…
January 15, 2026
Germany Resumes Iran Deportations
Despite escalating violence and human rights abuses perpetrated by the Iranian regime, the state of Baden-Württemberg remains committed…
January 15, 2026
Germany Streamlines Military Procurement
The German government has approved sweeping legislative changes aimed at accelerating the procurement and planning processes for the…
January 15, 2026
Germany Seeks European Starlink Rival
The Lufthansa’s recent decision to integrate Starlink’s satellite internet access into its in-flight entertainment system is sparking a…
January 15, 2026
German Food Shows Fewer Pesticide Residues
A recent analysis by the German Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) reveals a noteworthy…
January 15, 2026
Nord Stream Suspects Detention Upheld
The Federal Supreme Court (BGH) has rejected a pre-trial detention appeal filed by the prime suspect in the…
January 15, 2026
German Troops Delayed Greenland Reconnaissance
A scheduled reconnaissance mission to Greenland involving thirteen German Bundeswehr personnel has been delayed, raising questions about coordination…
January 15, 2026
Numbers Drawn Wednesday Jackpot Beckons
Lottery Jackpot Reaches €9 Million as German Regulator Issues Gambling Addiction Warning The German Lottery and Betting Totalisator…
January 15, 2026
Spousal Coverage in Health Insurance Faces Review
The German government is facing renewed scrutiny over the long-standing practice of free spousal coverage within the statutory…
January 15, 2026
Repair Rights Soon For Electronics
The German Federal Ministry of Justice, under the leadership of SPD politician Stefanie Hubig, is accelerating the transposition…
January 15, 2026
Germany Deploys Arctic Reconnaissance Team
The German Green Party has voiced strong support for the deployment of a Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces) reconnaissance…
January 15, 2026
Horst Schlämmer Returns Reflecting Modern Shifts
The return of Horst Schlämmer, the beloved and controversial character brought to life by Hape Kerkeling, is set…
January 15, 2026
Greens Oppose Welfare Overhaul Propose Alternatives
The Green Party is launching a scathing critique of the German government’s proposed overhaul of social welfare benefits,…
January 14, 2026
Germany to Limit Specialist Access by 2028
The German Health Minister, Nina Warken of the CDU, has unveiled a sweeping healthcare reform plan that is…
January 14, 2026
Fleet Tax Overhaul Looms
A faction within Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) is pushing for a significant overhaul of the tax regulations…
January 14, 2026
Consumer Groups Back SPD’s Germany Basket Plan
The proposal for a “Germany Basket” – a system of affordable, domestically produced food staples – is gaining…
January 14, 2026
EU Considers Tehran Embassies as Safe Havens
The European Union faces mounting pressure to escalate its response to the ongoing protests in Iran, with calls…
January 14, 2026
Sustainability Council Urges Firm Climate Action
A prominent advisory body is warning that potential revisions to Germany’s climate targets pose a significant threat to…
January 14, 2026
Urban Sprawl Slows in Germany
Germany’s relentless expansion of urban and transportation areas is continuing, raising serious questions about the nation’s commitment to…
January 14, 2026
Special Funds” Named Word of the Year
The term “Sondervermögen” (special purpose vehicle) has been declared the “Word of the Year” for 2025, highlighting a…
January 14, 2026
Germany Targets AI Deepfake Abuse
The German Justice Minister, Stefanie Hubig of the SPD, is spearheading a legislative push to curb the creation…
January 14, 2026
Red Cross Urges Reliable State Funding
The German Red Cross (DRK) is issuing a stark warning about its financial stability, demanding a more reliable…
January 14, 2026
Steinmeier Urges Action on Homelessness
The recent extreme cold snap has prompted a stark rebuke from Germany’s Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who has…
January 14, 2026
Trump Targets Iran Allies With New Tariffs
The escalating tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and ongoing domestic protests have ignited a political firestorm, revealing diverging…
January 13, 2026
Eurojackpot Numbers Released
Windfall Profits and State Dependence The Eurojackpot lottery’s Tuesday draw yielded the winning numbers 2, 16, 27, 33…
January 13, 2026
Tax Plan Threatens German Jobs
The proposed inheritance tax reform by the Social Democratic Party (SPD) is facing fierce criticism from within the…
January 13, 2026
Inheritance Tax Overhaul Seems Inevitable
The chair of the German Council of Experts for Economic Analysis, Monika Schnitzer, is advocating for a fundamental…
January 13, 2026
SPD Inheritance Tax Plan Faces Legal Challenge
A leading German tax law expert is raising serious constitutional concerns regarding the Social Democratic Party’s (SPD) proposed…
January 13, 2026
Germany Urges Tougher Iran Sanctions
Pressure is mounting within the German Bundestag for stricter measures against Iran’s leadership, prompting renewed debate over the…
January 13, 2026
Frankfurt Airport Hit by Flight Chaos
The severe winter weather plaguing Germany has brought significant disruption to operations at Frankfurt Airport, the nation’s largest…
January 13, 2026
Record Email Volume Overwhelms Workers
A Symptom of German Workplace Stress and Inefficiency? A new survey released this week by the Bitkom, Germany’s…
January 13, 2026
Organ Donations Surge to Highest Level in Decade
Germany’s organ donation rates have reached a decade-high, according to data released Tuesday by the Deutsche Stiftung Organtransplantation…
January 13, 2026
Ice Warnings End Across Germany
“Germany Lifts Nationwide Ice Warnings Amid Shifting Weather Patterns, Raising Questions About Climate Adaptation” The German Weather Service…
January 13, 2026
Winter Storm Swamps German Hospitals
The severe winter weather, exacerbated by the recent storm “Elli” has placed considerable strain on hospitals across Germany,…
January 13, 2026
Iran Protests Mount Death Toll Sparks Government Response
Sixteen days into a nationwide wave of protests against the Iranian government, human rights organizations report a staggering…
January 12, 2026
EU Aid Shelters Over 4 Million Ukrainians
Shifting Dynamics in EU’s Ukrainian Refugee Response Raise Questions About Integration and Long-Term Commitment Data released by Eurostat…
January 12, 2026
Local Governments Seek Federal Aid Amid Record Shortfall
A deepening fiscal crisis is gripping Germany’s municipalities, with municipal deficits reaching a record low in the third…
January 12, 2026
Hamnet Claims Best Drama Globe
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards ceremony unfolded last night, marking a significant moment for both established cinematic giants…
January 12, 2026
Trains Run Again Northern Germany
The German rail network, Deutsche Bahn, is slowly returning to functionality across northern Germany following widespread disruptions caused…
January 11, 2026
Saarland Switches to Remote Learning Amid Ice Warnings
The Saarland state government has abruptly cancelled in-person classes across all schools for Monday, following a similar decision…
January 11, 2026
Germany Faces Icy Threat
Across a significant portion of Germany, severe weather conditions are developing, prompting warnings of widespread black ice and…
January 11, 2026
Iran Protests Spark US Intervention Concerns
The escalating unrest in Iran is prompting speculation about potential intervention from the United States and Israel, according…
January 11, 2026
Schools Closed Monday Across North Rhine-Westphalia
The North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) state government has ordered the immediate suspension of in-person classes across all schools on…
January 11, 2026
Antifa Defendants Justify Violence in Düsseldorf Trial
A highly anticipated trial is set to commence Tuesday at the Higher Regional Court in Düsseldorf, focusing on…
January 11, 2026
Berlin Tax Offices Fastest in Germany
Berlin’s tax offices consistently outperform their counterparts across Germany, a new analysis reveals, highlighting persistent inefficiencies within the…
January 11, 2026
Iran Protests Death Toll Surges
The death toll from the ongoing protests in Iran has dramatically risen to at least 116, according to…
January 11, 2026
Leftist Attacks Cost Millions Damages Rise
Federal Intelligence Agency Flags Escalation of Left-Wing Infrastructure Sabotage A recent analysis by the Federal Office for the…
January 11, 2026
Iran Protests Continue Death Toll Rises
Reports indicate ongoing and widespread protests across Iran, defying efforts by authorities to stifle information flow through disruptions…
January 11, 2026
Snowstorm Warnings End Germany
The cessation of severe weather warnings across Germany on Saturday evening offers a temporary respite, but exposes deeper…
January 10, 2026
Lotto Jackpot Soars
Lottery Jackpot Sparks Debate on Gambling and Social Responsibility The allure of instant wealth gripped Germany this weekend…
January 10, 2026
Army Inspector Heads to Zweibrücken Amidst Scandal
The German Army’s Inspector General, Christian Freuding, is scheduled to visit the Zweibrücken airbase barracks on Monday, a…
January 10, 2026
Northern Rail Faces Weekend Disruptions
Severe winter weather continues to cripple rail services across northern Germany, prompting significant disruption for travelers and raising…
January 10, 2026
National Patient Advocate Calls for Doctor Database
The German government’s Patient Advocate is pushing for the creation of a centralized national register to track disciplinary…
January 10, 2026
Asylum Applications Plummet Across Europe
A significant decline in asylum applications has been observed across the European Union, marking a notable shift in…
January 10, 2026
Germans Cite Domestic Threats as Top Concern
A recent poll conducted by Forsa for the German Civil Servants’ Association has revealed a striking shift in…
January 10, 2026
Cities Demand Power Reserve After Berlin Outage
The recent, deliberate disruption of power supply in Berlin, leaving tens of thousands affected, has triggered a surge…
January 10, 2026
Steinmeier Urges Stronger Infrastructure Protection
The annual New Year’s reception at Bellevue Palace, hosted by Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, focused this year on…
January 10, 2026
Germany’s Gas Supply Secure Despite Winter Storm
“German Energy Regulator Confirms Secure Gas Supply Amidst Winter Challenges, Highlights Previous Investments” Despite current winter storm conditions…
January 10, 2026
Winter Threatens Gaza Crisis
The German Red Cross (DRK) has issued a stark warning regarding the deteriorating humanitarian situation within the Gaza…
January 10, 2026
Gaza Braces for Winter Crisis
The German Red Cross (DRK) has issued a stark warning concerning the deteriorating humanitarian situation within the Gaza…
January 10, 2026
Alcohol Prices Set to Rise
Mounting Pressure for Alcohol Pricing Reform and Crackdown on Youth Consumption in Germany Germany’s political landscape is witnessing…
January 10, 2026
Eurojackpot Numbers Released Friday
Examining the Eurojackpot Phenomenon The latest Eurojackpot draw, held Friday evening, yielded a familiar pattern: a massive jackpot…
January 9, 2026
Merkel Macron Starmer Urge Iran to Halt Violence
A joint statement from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer…
January 9, 2026
Iran Faces Dire Straits Warns Politician
Iran Faces Crisis as Political System Teeters A leading German parliamentarian has voiced grave concerns regarding the escalating…
January 9, 2026
Germany Bolsters Infrastructure Security After Power Grid Attack
The recent cyberattack targeting Berlin’s power grid has triggered a wave of political recriminations and calls for a…
January 9, 2026
Germany Urges Support For Iranian Protesters
The Central Council of Jews in Germany is escalating pressure on the German government to adopt a more…
January 9, 2026
EU Restricts New Gas Plant Approvals
Negotiations between the European Commission and the German government regarding energy infrastructure strategy are nearing a conclusion, revealing…
January 9, 2026
Bar Owner Arrested After Crans-Montana Fire
The arrest of the Crans-Montana bar owner on charges of flight risk has intensified the scrutiny surrounding the…
January 9, 2026
Military Watchdog Demands Tougher Action on Abuse
The parliamentary commissioner for the armed forces, Henning Otte of the CDU, is intensifying calls for a more…
January 9, 2026
Swift Sweeps Charts Again
The enduring cultural dominance of Taylor Swift continues to reshape the German music landscape, with her album “The…
January 9, 2026
Green MP Decries Bundestag Odor Issue
The German Parliament’s infrastructure is facing a mounting crisis, exposing systemic failings in its construction and raising concerns…
January 9, 2026
Left Party Urges Shelter in Empty Offices
The escalating cold snap currently gripping Germany is prompting a sharp rebuke of the government’s response to homelessness,…
January 9, 2026
Iran Protests Intensify
The ongoing protests in Iran, which began at the start of the new year, persist despite a tightening…
January 9, 2026
German Rail Halts Trains Near Hannover
A major disruption to rail travel is gripping the Hannover region, effectively crippling one of Germany’s key transport…
January 9, 2026






































































































