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Berlin Blackout Sparks Frost Damage Fears
The widespread power outage that recently crippled southwestern Berlin is triggering urgent warnings from industry experts regarding potential…
Berlin Power Grid Attack Spurs Federal Probe
The Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office has assumed control of the investigation into the coordinated arson attack that crippled…
Berlin Attack Highlights Infrastructure Security Concerns
The recent arson attack in Berlin has ignited a fierce political debate regarding the protection of Germany’s critical…
Berlin Power Outage Impacts Thousands
The restoration of power to southwestern Berlin continues at a frustrating pace following a widespread outage affecting tens…
Germany Considers Security Boost After Berlin Attack
Germany’s Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has issued a stark warning regarding a resurgence of left-wing extremism following a…
Berlin Blackout Sparks Calls for Rapid Response Unit
The recent sabotage and widespread power outage in Berlin have ignited a fierce debate regarding Germany’s vulnerability to…
Berlin Power Outage Sparks SPD Criticism
The Berlin SPD’s top candidate, Steffen Krach, has launched a sharp critique of Governing Mayor Kai Wegner’s handling…
Berlin Seeks Federal Help After Power Grid Attack
Following a deliberate attack on Berlin’s southwestern power grid, Senator for Economics Franziska Giffey (SPD) is publicly demanding…
Berlin Hospitals Power Mostly Back
The immediate crisis gripping hospitals in southwestern Berlin following a widespread power outage appears to have subsided, though…
Berlin Blackout Sparks Grid Security Fears
The recent widespread power outage in Berlin has ignited a fierce debate over the resilience of Germany’s critical…
Berlin Power Grid Attack Sparks Federal Probe Call
The suspected left-wing extremist attack on Berlin’s power grid over the weekend has triggered calls for heightened scrutiny…
Berlin Power Restored to Thousands
Berlin grapples with widespread power outage following suspected arson attack, raising political concerns and security questions. Initial power…
Berlin Blackout Could Last Until Thursday
The prolonged power outage affecting swathes of Berlin, sparked by a catastrophic fire on a cable bridge over…
Berlin Blackout Sparks Arson Suspicions
A significant power outage plunged large swathes of southwestern Berlin into darkness on Saturday, impacting nearly 45,400 households…
Berlin Hospital Prepares for Swiss Fire Victims
The catastrophic wildfire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has triggered a massive international medical response, with the Berlin Accident Hospital…
Voigt Urges Swift Action From Berlin
A growing rift within the German Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has surfaced, with Thuringia’s Minister-President, Mario Voigt, publicly…
Berlin Sees Fresh Year Arrest Surge
Berlin experienced a surge in arrests over the New Year period, prompting renewed scrutiny of policing strategies and…
Berlin Faces Shock Split Proposal
The debate surrounding Berlin’s governance has been reignited by Tübingen’s independent Mayor Boris Palmer, who has publicly floated…
Berlin Police Clash Amid Disorder Incident
A routine disturbance call in the Berlin district of Hellersdorf escalated into a violent confrontation on Friday morning,…
US Sanctions Spark Outrage in Berlin Brussels
The United States government’s recent sanctions against former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton and the executive directors of the…
Berlin Honors Holocaust Remembrance with New Street
A proposal to rename a section of Dorotheenstraße in central Berlin, directly adjacent to the Reichstag building, after…
Germany Defends Berlin Ukraine Summit Focus
The German government staunchly defended the policy paper outlining the conclusions of the Berlin Ukraine summit, dismissing criticisms…
Berlin Summit Signals Progress Ukraine Conflict
The recent Ukraine summit in Berlin represents a symbolic step forward in aligning the positions of Ukraine, European…
US Envoy Meets Zelensky, European Leaders in Berlin
A high-level delegation led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is traveling to Berlin this weekend for critical…
Berlin Stuns Leipzig in Bundesliga Thriller
Union Berlin Stuns Leipzig, Raising Questions for Rose’s Tactics Friday night’s Bundesliga clash at Stadion An der Alten…
Selenskyj Meets Leaders in Berlin Monday
Chancellor Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in…
Berlin Eyes Olympic Bid With Expert Panel
Berlin’s governing body is pushing forward with its bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games, sparking debate about…
Berlin Summit Sparks SPD Criticism
The leader of the opposition in the Düsseldorf state parliament, Jochen Ott (SPD), has launched a scathing critique…
Berlin Mayor Seeks End to School Cooperation Ban
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner of the CDU, is advocating for a significant overhaul of Germany’s educational system,…
Berlin Civil Service Pay Ruled Unconstitutional
Berlin’s Civil Servants Face Backlash as Constitutional Court Declares Decades of Pay Unlawful A landmark ruling by Germany’s…
Berlin Eyes Olympics Defies Historical Scrutiny
The German government is seriously considering a bid to host the 2040 Olympic Games in Berlin, a move…
Berlin Expands Phone Surveillance Powers
Berlin’s Interior Senator, Iris Spranger (SPD), is pushing for expanded investigative powers to combat the escalating wave of…
Berlin Sees Surge in Ukrainian Refugees
Berlin is experiencing a renewed influx of Ukrainian refugees, raising questions about the evolving dynamics of the ongoing…
Left Party Names Eralp Berlin Election Frontrunner
The Left party has formally selected Elif Eralp as its lead candidate for the upcoming parliamentary elections, marking…
Berlin Fights Crime With New Action Plan
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Berlin has unveiled a comprehensive and urgent action plan targeting organized crime,…
Berlin Mayor Eyes Citizen Polls Before Election
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner of the CDU, is pushing for the formal inclusion of citizen referendums within…
Berlin Court Rejects Palestinian Arms Export Challenge
Berlin Administrative Court Dismisses Palestinian Legal Challenges to Arms Exports to Israel on Procedural Grounds A Berlin Administrative…
Berlin Mayor Urges Federal Aid for Rent Control
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has issued a pointed call for increased…
Spahn Accuses Berlin Left of Antisemitism
Berlin’s political landscape is bracing for a contentious election cycle after a scathing attack from Jens Spahn, parliamentary…
Berlin Candidate Vows Tougher Clan Crime Fight
the persistent challenge of organized crime, specifically the so-called “Clan Crime” prevalent in districts like Neukölln.. Steffen Krach,…
Ozdemir Accuses Berlin of Empowering Far-Right
The Green Party’s leading candidate for the upcoming Baden-Württemberg state election, Cem Özdemir, is advocating for sweeping economic…
Berlin Leader Urges Unity Amid Rising AfD
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has sharply criticized the current German federal…
Bayern Drops Points Against Union Berlin
The Bavarian dominance in the Bundesliga faced an unexpected challenge this weekend as FC Bayern München were held…
Germany Seeks Berlin Approval for Steel Tariffs
Brandenburg’s State Premier Dietmar Woidke is pressing for the swift implementation of proposed safeguard tariffs on steel imports,…
Berlin Arrested Syrian No Prior Record
The arrest of a Syrian national in Berlin last Saturday has ignited a fierce debate over Germany’s asylum…
Berlin Arrest Highlights Suspected Attack Plot
A 22-year-old Syrian national has been taken into custody in Berlin on suspicion of planning a “serious threat…
Berlin Arrest Sparks Terror Plot Fears
Berlin police special forces apprehended a Syrian national on Saturday following intelligence indicating a planned terror attack, according…
Bremen Edges Berlin in Bundesliga Thriller
Werder Bremen secured a narrow 1-0 victory over 1. FC Union Berlin in a Bundesliga match that underscored…
Berlin Economist Urges Bold Economic Shift
Berlin’s Social Science Center for Research has issued a stark warning to the German government, urging a fundamental…
Berlin Police Foil NeoNazi Terror Threat
Berlin authorities apprehended a known far-right extremist, identified as Dan E., at the end of September following threats…
Union Berlin Downs Gladbach
Berlin’s Union Solidifies Position, Gladbach Faces Mounting Pressure Friday night saw 1. FC Union Berlin claim a decisive…
Berlin Bodyguard Unit Dismantled Amid Scandal
A sweeping internal investigation has revealed deeply troubling breaches of duty within Berlin’s elite personal protection unit, prompting…
Berlin Defies Merz on Cityscape Concerns
Berlin’s governing mayor, Kai Wegner, has publicly distanced himself from remarks made by federal CDU leader Friedrich Merz…
Berlin Eyes Rent Controls Again
Berlin’s Left Party candidate, Elif Eralp, is signaling a significant shift in housing policy should she be elected…
Berlin Ranked Least Popular Region
A recent study by researchers at the Freie Universität Berlin has revealed a surprising degree of regional polarization…
Berlin Left Youth Condemns Israel
A resolution adopted by the Berlin regional branch of the Left Youth Solid, titled “Never Again Remain Silent…
Berlin Raids Target Hamas Suspects
Following the arrest of three suspected members of the Islamist terrorist organization Hamas in Berlin, anti-terrorism investigators have…
Berlin Arrests Suspected Hamas Plotters
German authorities have arrested three individuals suspected of belonging to a foreign terrorist organization with ties to Hamas…
Berlin Arrests Alleged Syrian Militant Leader
German prosecutors have arrested a Syrian national in Berlin on Tuesday, initiating proceedings against him on charges of…
Berlin Subway Faces Ongoing Disruptions
Significant disruptions to Berlin’s S-Bahn service are expected to persist for several months, according to Alexander Kaczmarek, the…
Berlin House Fire Kills Two Suspected Murder
A devastating fire has claimed the lives of two men in Berlin-Marzahn, prompting a criminal investigation into suspected…
Berlin Man Found Dead Murder Probe Launched
Berlin police are investigating the death of a 48-year-old man in the Mitte district. The case has been…
Western Nations Recognize Palestine Sparks Berlin Debate
The recent recognition of a Palestinian state by several Western nations is generating a range of perspectives within…
Sawe Wins Berlin Marathon
02:16 and setting a new year’s best performance.. The event, a prestigious member of the World Marathon Majors,…
AfD Seeks New Berlin HQ After Landlord Dispute
A dispute between the Alternative for Germany (AfD) and its former landlord regarding a termination of lease has…
State Minister Urges Berlin Reform Push
The Baden-Württemberg Finance Minister, Danyal Bayaz of the Green Party, is advocating for a comprehensive reform agenda to…
Berlin Bomb Scare Ends Safely
Authorities in Berlin have lifted safety cordons and evacuation orders following the discovery of an unexploded World War…
Berlin Bomb Discovery Sparks Mass Evacuation
Authorities in Berlin initiated a large-scale evacuation on Thursday evening following the discovery of an unexploded World War…
Berlin Bailiffs Get Bulletproof Vests
Berlin’s judicial administration is set to equip approximately 270 enforcement officers with bulletproof and stab-resistant protective vests, according…
Berlin Stabbing Sparks Serious Injuries
An altercation in central Berlin resulted in serious injuries to a 28-year-old man early Saturday morning. According to…
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…
Berlin Power Cut Condemned As Disgraceful
A widespread power outage affecting southeastern Berlin has prompted a strong condemnation from Governing Mayor Kai Wegner (CDU),…
Gaza Protests Planned in Berlin
A broad coalition, the “World in Peace Alliance” is organizing a large-scale demonstration in Berlin this coming Saturday,…
Berlin Plans Tighter Housing Rules
Steffen Krach, the presumptive SPD candidate for the upcoming Berlin state parliament election, has outlined plans to address…
Car Ploughs Into Childrens Group in Berlin
Berlin authorities responded to an incident in the Wedding district on Thursday after a vehicle entered a crowd…
Berlin Highway Closure Demanded After Just Four Days
A recently opened section of Berlin’s A100 motorway is facing renewed scrutiny after a traffic expert called for…
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…
Berlin Street Name Change Likely Approved
Berlin’s planned renaming of Mohrenstraße to Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Straße appears set to proceed following rulings delivered Friday evening by the…
Berlin Tenants Demand Stronger Rent Control
Berlin’s Tenants’ Association is advocating for a strengthening of the city’s rent control regulations, arguing that despite the…
Berlin Court Rejects RBB Challenge to Broadcasting Agreement
Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court has dismissed a complaint lodged by public broadcaster Rundfunk Berlin-Brandenburg (RBB) concerning provisions within…
Berlin Report Details Rising Clan Crime
Berlin authorities released a comprehensive report on Wednesday detailing the current state of organized crime linked to extended…
Iranian Espionage Threatens Berlin Senator’s Election
Security expert Professor Peter Neumann, specializing in security studies at King’s College London, has cautioned about the potential…
Left Party Plans Gaza Protest in Berlin
Berlin is set to host multiple demonstrations on September 27th focusing on the situation in Gaza, with Die…
Berlin Justice Chief’s Data Stolen in Cyberattack
Berlin’s Justice Senator Felor Badenberg has been the target of a cyberattack, resulting in the apparent compromise of…
Berlin Brandenburg Fuel Prices Hit Record High
Motorists in Berlin and Brandenburg are currently facing the highest fuel prices in Germany, according to a recent…
Zelenskyy to Join Berlin Ukraine War Talks In Person
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to travel to Berlin in person to participate in a video conference…
Berlin Police Trainees Assault Man In Racist Attack
Berlin police have launched an investigation following an assault that occurred Friday evening at Alexanderplatz in the Mitte…
Berlin Holocaust Memorial Attack Suspect Charged
The Federal Public Prosecutor’s Office has brought charges against a Syrian man for attempted murder at the Holocaust…
Berlin Leftists Pledge City Clean-Up
The Berlin Left party is advocating for increased efforts to improve the city’s cleanliness and address underlying social…
Berlin Leftists Push for Palestinian Flag Display
Berlin’s Left Party leadership is advocating for the display of the Palestinian flag alongside the Israeli flag at…
Berlin CSD: Sixty-Four Arrests Reported
Berlin police reported a significant number of arrests and injuries during events surrounding the annual Christopher-Street-Day (CSD) celebrations…
Berlin Pride Draws Massive Crowds Amidst Counter-Protests
Berlin’s annual Christopher Street Day (CSD) parade drew hundreds of thousands of participants on Saturday, marking a vibrant…
Berlin Mayor Backs Pride Flags Defies Hate
Berlin’s Governing Mayor Kai Wegner of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) participated in the Christopher Street Day (CSD)…
Berlin Pride Security Intensifies
Berlin authorities are preparing for a large-scale security operation during Saturday’s “Christopher Street Day” (CSD) celebrations, marking a…
VW and Rivian Expand Software Partnership in Berlin
Volkswagen is significantly expanding its joint venture with US electric vehicle technology company Rivian, focusing on software development.…
Merz Retreat Shifts to Berlin Airport
The German government, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU), is planning a cabinet retreat at the end of…
Berlin Universities Face Cuts Risking Research
Berlin’s institutions of higher education face significant budget cuts totaling over €140 million for the 2025 fiscal year,…
State Minister Accuses Berlin Senator Over AfD Ban
A public disagreement has emerged between prominent state-level politicians from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social…
Berlin Mayor Flags Left-Wing Radicalization
Berlin’s Governing Mayor Kai Wegner (CDU) has expressed concern regarding a perceived shift in the political direction of…