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		<title>German Ministers Promise Digital Portal Simplifying Access to Social Services</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-ministers-promise-digital-portal-simplifying-access-to-social-services/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:14:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Minister of Labour Bärbel Bas (SPD) and Minister for Digital Affairs Karsten Wildberger (CDU) have announced plans to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-ministers-promise-digital-portal-simplifying-access-to-social-services/">German Ministers Promise Digital Portal Simplifying Access to Social Services</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Admits Social Media Lag Criticized By Leader Ahead Of State Election</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-admits-social-media-lag-criticized-by-leader-ahead-of-state-election/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:33:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Four months leading up to the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, CDU State Minister-President Sven Schulze admitted that his&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-admits-social-media-lag-criticized-by-leader-ahead-of-state-election/">CDU Admits Social Media Lag Criticized By Leader Ahead Of State Election</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CSU Warns Reform Could Strip Social Safety Net Of Its Heart</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/csu-warns-reform-could-strip-social-safety-net-of-its-heart/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 11:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>CSU group leader Klaus Holetschek has warned the federal government against policies during the upcoming care reform that&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/csu-warns-reform-could-strip-social-safety-net-of-its-heart/">CSU Warns Reform Could Strip Social Safety Net Of Its Heart</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Martin Schulz Affirms Social Democracy Endures Built On Principles Not Polls</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/martin-schulz-affirms-social-democracy-endures-built-on-principles-not-polls/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:54:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Martin Schulz, former leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), remains convinced that the era of social democracy&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/martin-schulz-affirms-social-democracy-endures-built-on-principles-not-polls/">Martin Schulz Affirms Social Democracy Endures Built On Principles Not Polls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CSU Politician Warns Against Premature Social Media Ban for Youth</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/csu-politician-warns-against-premature-social-media-ban-for-youth/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:45:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the debate surrounding the regulation of social media for minors, CSU Digital politician Hansjörg Durz warned against&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/csu-politician-warns-against-premature-social-media-ban-for-youth/">CSU Politician Warns Against Premature Social Media Ban for Youth</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DGB Leader Yasmin Fahimi Praises Government Plan for Social Reforms Meeting</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-leader-yasmin-fahimi-praises-government-plan-for-social-reforms-meeting/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:55:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Yasmin Fahimi, the chairwoman of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB), welcomed the government&#8217;s announcement that it plans&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-leader-yasmin-fahimi-praises-government-plan-for-social-reforms-meeting/">DGB Leader Yasmin Fahimi Praises Government Plan for Social Reforms Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Merz Invites Social Partners to Coalition Committee Talks</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/merz-invites-social-partners-to-coalition-committee-talks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:05:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to the &#8220;Industrie und Handel&#8221; newsletter from &#8220;Politico&#8221; coalition sources report that the leaders of the Union&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/merz-invites-social-partners-to-coalition-committee-talks/">Merz Invites Social Partners to Coalition Committee Talks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Bas Defends Controversial Claim About No Immigration Into German Social Systems</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/bas-defends-controversial-claim-about-no-immigration-into-german-social-systems/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Federal Minister of Labour Bärbel Bas (SPD) defended a past statement made in the Bundestag, in which she&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/bas-defends-controversial-claim-about-no-immigration-into-german-social-systems/">Bas Defends Controversial Claim About No Immigration Into German Social Systems</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Caritas President Demands Social Contribution Relief Amid Rising Costs</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/caritas-president-demands-social-contribution-relief-amid-rising-costs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:26:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ahead of meetings in the Coalition Committee, Caritas President Eva Welskop-Deffaa has called upon the federal government to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/caritas-president-demands-social-contribution-relief-amid-rising-costs/">Caritas President Demands Social Contribution Relief Amid Rising Costs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Leader Calls for Broad Social Consensus on Major Reform Package</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-leader-calls-for-broad-social-consensus-on-major-reform-package/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:17:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>SPD General Secretary Tim Klüssendorf has called for a renewed focus on developing a large-scale reform package for&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-leader-calls-for-broad-social-consensus-on-major-reform-package/">SPD Leader Calls for Broad Social Consensus on Major Reform Package</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Family Sociologist Slams Government Austerity Cuts Neglecting Social Needs</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/family-sociologist-slams-government-austerity-cuts-neglecting-social-needs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:04:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Family expert Michaela Kreyenfeld expressed concern that the government&#8217;s austerity measures are causing important social issues and policies&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/family-sociologist-slams-government-austerity-cuts-neglecting-social-needs/">Family Sociologist Slams Government Austerity Cuts Neglecting Social Needs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Verdi Announces Major Protest Action Against Social Cuts and Health Reform</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/verdi-announces-major-protest-action-against-social-cuts-and-health-reform/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:41:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Frank Werneke, the head of the Verdi trade union, has announced preparations for protests concerning proposed cuts to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/verdi-announces-major-protest-action-against-social-cuts-and-health-reform/">Verdi Announces Major Protest Action Against Social Cuts and Health Reform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Minister Bas Debunks Myth of Immigration into Social Systems</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/minister-bas-debunks-myth-of-immigration-into-social-systems/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:06:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Federal Minister of Labour, Bärbel Bas (SPD), has refuted the assertion that the issue is one of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/minister-bas-debunks-myth-of-immigration-into-social-systems/">Minister Bas Debunks Myth of Immigration into Social Systems</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Union Criticizes Bas Over Comment Calling German Social System a Magnet for Immigrants</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/union-criticizes-bas-over-comment-calling-german-social-system-a-magnet-for-immigrants/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:06:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A significant amount of discontent exists within the CDU/CSU parliamentary group in the Bundestag regarding comments made by&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/union-criticizes-bas-over-comment-calling-german-social-system-a-magnet-for-immigrants/">Union Criticizes Bas Over Comment Calling German Social System a Magnet for Immigrants</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Candidate Accuses Merz of Broken Promise Over Social Policy Shift</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/candidate-accuses-merz-of-broken-promise-over-social-policy-shift/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Henning Höne, the chair of the FDP in North Rhine-Westphalia and a candidate for the federal FDP chairmanship,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/candidate-accuses-merz-of-broken-promise-over-social-policy-shift/">Candidate Accuses Merz of Broken Promise Over Social Policy Shift</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Child Psychologist Demands Urgent Regulation of Social Media Platforms</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/child-psychologist-demands-urgent-regulation-of-social-media-platforms/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Child and youth psychologist Kerstin Paschke is demanding immediate regulation of major social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram,&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/child-psychologist-demands-urgent-regulation-of-social-media-platforms/">Child Psychologist Demands Urgent Regulation of Social Media Platforms</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Charitable Workers Lobby for Inflation Adjustment in Social Benefits</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/charitable-workers-lobby-for-inflation-adjustment-in-social-benefits/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:25:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Verena Bentele, the president of the VdK social association, is calling for increased governmental support for people in&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/charitable-workers-lobby-for-inflation-adjustment-in-social-benefits/">Charitable Workers Lobby for Inflation Adjustment in Social Benefits</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Left Opposition And Doctors Critique Health Reform Fears Rising Costs And Social Strain</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/left-opposition-and-doctors-critique-health-reform-fears-rising-costs-and-social-strain/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:32:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Top Left party leader Ines Schwerdtner demonstrated against the federal cabinet&#8217;s healthcare reform plans and criticized the federal&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/left-opposition-and-doctors-critique-health-reform-fears-rising-costs-and-social-strain/">Left Opposition And Doctors Critique Health Reform Fears Rising Costs And Social Strain</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Background Determines German Education Chances Study Reveals</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-background-determines-german-education-chances-study-reveals/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77675</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A new educational monitoring report reveals that in Germany, educational opportunities are heavily determined by both a person&#8217;s&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-background-determines-german-education-chances-study-reveals/">Social Background Determines German Education Chances Study Reveals</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Schwesig Demands Comprehensive Social State Plan from Merz Challenging Government Reform Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/schwesig-demands-comprehensive-social-state-plan-from-merz-challenging-government-reform-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77642</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Mecklenburg-Vorpommern&#8217;s Minister-President, Manuela Schwesig (SPD), has warned that the constant debate surrounding social reform is creating growing uncertainty.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/schwesig-demands-comprehensive-social-state-plan-from-merz-challenging-government-reform-debate/">Schwesig Demands Comprehensive Social State Plan from Merz Challenging Government Reform Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Kipping Slams German Relief Package as Social Disparity Disaster</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/kipping-slams-german-relief-package-as-social-disparity-disaster/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:55:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77594</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Katja Kipping, the former chairwoman of the Linke party, has criticized the Federal Government&#8217;s planned &#8220;relief package&#8221; arguing&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/kipping-slams-german-relief-package-as-social-disparity-disaster/">Kipping Slams German Relief Package as Social Disparity Disaster</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Advocacy Group Slams Health Reforms Demands Better Care System</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-advocacy-group-slams-health-reforms-demands-better-care-system/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:45:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77468</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>During the debate surrounding health care reform, and ahead of the federal cabinet meeting on Wednesday, the German&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-advocacy-group-slams-health-reforms-demands-better-care-system/">Social Advocacy Group Slams Health Reforms Demands Better Care System</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Welfare Advocates Demand Taxing Oil Super Profits to Lower Gas Prices</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-advocates-demand-taxing-oil-super-profits-to-lower-gas-prices/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:14:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77300</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the ongoing debate over high fuel costs, the Social Association Germany (SoVD) is urging the government to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-advocates-demand-taxing-oil-super-profits-to-lower-gas-prices/">Social Welfare Advocates Demand Taxing Oil Super Profits to Lower Gas Prices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Rich Payers Face New Fees For Social Housing Backlash Predicted</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/rich-payers-face-new-fees-for-social-housing-backlash-predicted/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:58:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77018</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Amid ongoing housing shortages in several German cities, the CDU Economic Council, a CDU-affiliated lobbying group, is proposing&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/rich-payers-face-new-fees-for-social-housing-backlash-predicted/">Rich Payers Face New Fees For Social Housing Backlash Predicted</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DGB SAYS GOVERNMENT EXCLUDES SOCIAL PARTNERS FROM KEY REFORMS</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-says-government-excludes-social-partners-from-key-reforms/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:29:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=77009</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Yasmin Fahimi, the chairwoman of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB), confronted the federal government, accusing it of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-says-government-excludes-social-partners-from-key-reforms/">DGB SAYS GOVERNMENT EXCLUDES SOCIAL PARTNERS FROM KEY REFORMS</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Voters Demand Stronger Social Safety Net According to Union Survey</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-voters-demand-stronger-social-safety-net-according-to-union-survey/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:55:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76913</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to a recent survey conducted by the German Trade Union Federation (DGB), a majority of Germans favor&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-voters-demand-stronger-social-safety-net-according-to-union-survey/">German Voters Demand Stronger Social Safety Net According to Union Survey</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Welfare Group Demands Swift Implementation Of Emergency Care Reform</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-group-demands-swift-implementation-of-emergency-care-reform/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:21:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76907</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Sozialverband Deutschland (SoVD) is strongly pushing for the swift implementation of the planned reforms to emergency medical&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-group-demands-swift-implementation-of-emergency-care-reform/">Social Welfare Group Demands Swift Implementation Of Emergency Care Reform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Welfare Criticizes Planned Illness Benefit Cuts During Reform Hearings</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-criticizes-planned-illness-benefit-cuts-during-reform-hearings/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76571</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Prior to a hearing for associations, the German Association of Disabled People (SoVD) expressed strong criticism of the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-welfare-criticizes-planned-illness-benefit-cuts-during-reform-hearings/">Social Welfare Criticizes Planned Illness Benefit Cuts During Reform Hearings</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Leaders Debate Spending Cuts for Social Welfare</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-leaders-debate-spending-cuts-for-social-welfare/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:35:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76214</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A working group comprising representatives from the federal government, states, and municipalities is advising on potential savings within&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-leaders-debate-spending-cuts-for-social-welfare/">German Leaders Debate Spending Cuts for Social Welfare</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Minister Reiche Pushes Major Social Reforms Through German Government</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/minister-reiche-pushes-major-social-reforms-through-german-government/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:11:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=76067</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche (CDU), is increasing pressure within the federal government to reform the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/minister-reiche-pushes-major-social-reforms-through-german-government/">Minister Reiche Pushes Major Social Reforms Through German Government</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Economists Critique Coalition&#8217;s Citizen Relief Plans Pointing to Social Imbalance</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/economists-critique-coalitions-citizen-relief-plans-pointing-to-social-imbalance/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:42:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75734</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Economists have voiced criticism regarding the German government&#8217;s plans aimed at easing the financial burden on citizens. Marcel&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/economists-critique-coalitions-citizen-relief-plans-pointing-to-social-imbalance/">Economists Critique Coalition&#8217;s Citizen Relief Plans Pointing to Social Imbalance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Media Use Linked to Declining Student Academic Performance</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-media-use-linked-to-declining-student-academic-performance/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=75242</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>A study conducted by the Institute of German Economy in Cologne (IW) suggests that the increasing use of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-media-use-linked-to-declining-student-academic-performance/">Social Media Use Linked to Declining Student Academic Performance</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Veteran News Anchor Calls for Strict Social Media Regulations</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/veteran-news-anchor-calls-for-strict-social-media-regulations/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74987</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Veteran &#8220;Tagesthemen&#8221; moderator Ulrich Wickert has called for strict regulation of social networks, questioning their importance in his&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/veteran-news-anchor-calls-for-strict-social-media-regulations/">Veteran News Anchor Calls for Strict Social Media Regulations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Social Wing Slams Economics Minister Over Cost of Living Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-social-wing-slams-economics-minister-over-cost-of-living-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:26:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74861</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>During discussions about financial relief amid rising fuel costs, the CDU&#8217;s social wing has sharply criticized Federal Minister&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-social-wing-slams-economics-minister-over-cost-of-living-debate/">CDU Social Wing Slams Economics Minister Over Cost of Living Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Schensch Schulze Demands State Involvement in Social Reforms Warns Against Wavering Federal Plans</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/schensch-schulze-demands-state-involvement-in-social-reforms-warns-against-wavering-federal-plans/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Prime Minister of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze (CDU), called for the federal government to ensure that the state&#8217;s&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/schensch-schulze-demands-state-involvement-in-social-reforms-warns-against-wavering-federal-plans/">Schensch Schulze Demands State Involvement in Social Reforms Warns Against Wavering Federal Plans</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Left Party Finds Legal Hurdles to Blanket Social Media Ban for Young People</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/left-party-finds-legal-hurdles-to-blanket-social-media-ban-for-young-people/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:44:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the discussion about tightening social‑media rules, the Left sees significant barriers to a blanket ban on platforms&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/left-party-finds-legal-hurdles-to-blanket-social-media-ban-for-young-people/">Left Party Finds Legal Hurdles to Blanket Social Media Ban for Young People</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>LinkedIn Says Users Should Skip “AI Junk” as CEO Warns of Social Media AI Risks</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/linkedin-says-users-should-skip-ai-junk-as-ceo-warns-of-social-media-ai-risks/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=74423</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>LinkedIn&#8217;s chief, Ryan Roslansky, has warned about the pitfalls of AI‑generated content on social networks. &#8220;Just pressing a button&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/linkedin-says-users-should-skip-ai-junk-as-ceo-warns-of-social-media-ai-risks/">LinkedIn Says Users Should Skip “AI Junk” as CEO Warns of Social Media AI Risks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Workers’ Union Blasts Klingbeil’s Reform Plan as Betrayal of Social Justice</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-workers-union-blasts-klingbeils-reform-plan-as-betrayal-of-social-justice/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:56:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The SPD working group for employment (AfA) issued a sharp criticism of the reform proposals presented by party&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-workers-union-blasts-klingbeils-reform-plan-as-betrayal-of-social-justice/">SPD Workers’ Union Blasts Klingbeil’s Reform Plan as Betrayal of Social Justice</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Social Wing Voices Doubt Over Planned VAT Rise</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The CDU&#8217;s social policy wing expressed scepticism over the black‑red coalition&#8217;s proposal to raise the value‑added tax. &#8220;An&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-social-wing-voices-doubt-over-planned-vat-rise/">CDU Social Wing Voices Doubt Over Planned VAT Rise</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Democrats Lead Denmark Parliamentary Election Exit Poll Despite Steep Losses</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-democrats-lead-denmark-parliamentary-election-exit-poll-despite-steep-losses/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73621</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>According to the first exit poll, Denmark&#8217;s Social Democrats still lead in the parliamentary election, even though they&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-democrats-lead-denmark-parliamentary-election-exit-poll-despite-steep-losses/">Social Democrats Lead Denmark Parliamentary Election Exit Poll Despite Steep Losses</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Greens Slam Coalition for Social Housing Planlessness</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/greens-slam-coalition-for-social-housing-planlessness/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:34:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Greens accuse the federal government of lack of planning in social housing. &#8220;When it comes to not‑for‑profit&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/greens-slam-coalition-for-social-housing-planlessness/">Greens Slam Coalition for Social Housing Planlessness</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Consumer Protection Advocates Question Rigid Age Limits in Social Media Ban Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/consumer-protection-advocates-question-rigid-age-limits-in-social-media-ban-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:10:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ramona Pop, the chairwoman of Germany&#8217;s Association of Consumer Centres, warned that a social‑media ban relying solely on rigid&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/consumer-protection-advocates-question-rigid-age-limits-in-social-media-ban-debate/">Consumer Protection Advocates Question Rigid Age Limits in Social Media Ban Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Digital Minister Urges Caution Before Youth Social Media Ban Despite Positive Australian Tests</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/digital-minister-urges-caution-before-youth-social-media-ban-despite-positive-australian-tests/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=73177</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU) cautioned against a quick ban on social‑media use for minors during a debate.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/digital-minister-urges-caution-before-youth-social-media-ban-despite-positive-australian-tests/">Digital Minister Urges Caution Before Youth Social Media Ban Despite Positive Australian Tests</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDA Leader Denounces CDU for Poisoning Social Reform Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cda-leader-denounces-cdu-for-poisoning-social-reform-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Dennis Radtke, the chairman of the Christian Democratic Employees&#8217; Union (CDA), slammed the CDU for tainting discussions about&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cda-leader-denounces-cdu-for-poisoning-social-reform-debate/">CDA Leader Denounces CDU for Poisoning Social Reform Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Federal Government Announces Campaign to Warn About Social Media Perils</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-federal-government-announces-campaign-to-warn-about-social-media-perils/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bundesfamilienministerin Karin Prien (CDU) announced that the federal government will launch a nationwide awareness campaign highlighting the dangers and&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-federal-government-announces-campaign-to-warn-about-social-media-perils/">German Federal Government Announces Campaign to Warn About Social Media Perils</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Unmet Social Aid Claims: Only a Fraction of Home‑Care Residents Get Support</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/unmet-social-aid-claims-only-a-fraction-of-home-care-residents-get-support/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:42:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Only a small fraction of people cared for at home who are eligible for social assistance actually receive&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/unmet-social-aid-claims-only-a-fraction-of-home-care-residents-get-support/">Unmet Social Aid Claims: Only a Fraction of Home‑Care Residents Get Support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Social Association Welcomes Coalition Fuel Price Taskforce Calls for Measures to Protect Low‑to‑Middle Incomes</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-welcomes-coalition-fuel-price-taskforce-calls-for-measures-to-protect-low-to-middle-incomes/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Sozialverband Deutschland (SoVD) welcomed the &#8220;fuel‑price taskforce&#8221; created by the governing coalition and called for measures to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-welcomes-coalition-fuel-price-taskforce-calls-for-measures-to-protect-low-to-middle-incomes/">German Social Association Welcomes Coalition Fuel Price Taskforce Calls for Measures to Protect Low‑to‑Middle Incomes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Social Association Urges Drug Price Curb Amid Rising Med Costs</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/social-association-urges-drug-price-curb-amid-rising-med-costs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:43:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The social association SoVD has demanded political action to curb the rising prices of drugs. &#8220;It can&#8217;t continue&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/social-association-urges-drug-price-curb-amid-rising-med-costs/">Social Association Urges Drug Price Curb Amid Rising Med Costs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Prien Welcomes Growing Debate on Social Media Age Limits in Germany</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/prien-welcomes-growing-debate-on-social-media-age-limits-in-germany/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:14:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German federal families minister, Karin Prien of the CDU, welcomed the widening debate on age limits for social&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/prien-welcomes-growing-debate-on-social-media-age-limits-in-germany/">Prien Welcomes Growing Debate on Social Media Age Limits in Germany</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany&#8217;s Justice Minister Urges Urgent Social Media Safeguards for Youth</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-justice-minister-urges-urgent-social-media-safeguards-for-youth/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=72277</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bundesjustizministerin Stefanie Hubig of the SPD welcomed the debate over age limits for social‑media use and called for stricter&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-justice-minister-urges-urgent-social-media-safeguards-for-youth/">Germany&#8217;s Justice Minister Urges Urgent Social Media Safeguards for Youth</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Kiesewetter Urges President Steinmeier to Debate Mandatory Social Year</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/kiesewetter-urges-president-steinmeier-to-debate-mandatory-social-year/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ruderich Kiesewetter, a federal foreign‑policy spokesperson for the CDU, has called on President Frank‑Walter Steinmeier to initiate a&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/kiesewetter-urges-president-steinmeier-to-debate-mandatory-social-year/">Kiesewetter Urges President Steinmeier to Debate Mandatory Social Year</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Körzell Warns Corporate‑Driven Social Overhaul Harms Workers as DGB Accuses Union of Ignoring Wealth and Inheritance Tax Debate</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:05:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) accuses the Union of refusing to engage in debate over the potential&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/korzell-warns-corporate-driven-social-overhaul-harms-workers-as-dgb-accuses-union-of-ignoring-wealth-and-inheritance-tax-debate/">Körzell Warns Corporate‑Driven Social Overhaul Harms Workers as DGB Accuses Union of Ignoring Wealth and Inheritance Tax Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Reichinnek Fires on Social Media Ban for Youth, Warns of Rising Mental Health Crisis</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/reichinnek-fires-on-social-media-ban-for-youth-warns-of-rising-mental-health-crisis/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:09:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=72094</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Heidi Reichinnek, the chairwoman of The Left&#8217;s faction in the Bundestag, sharply criticized the federal government in the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/reichinnek-fires-on-social-media-ban-for-youth-warns-of-rising-mental-health-crisis/">Reichinnek Fires on Social Media Ban for Youth, Warns of Rising Mental Health Crisis</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>14 Civil Society Groups Form New Social State Alliance in Germany</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/14-civil-society-groups-form-new-social-state-alliance-in-germany/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:33:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71668</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>In Berlin on Tuesday, 14 civil‑society organisations announced the formation of a new Social State Alliance, aiming to&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/14-civil-society-groups-form-new-social-state-alliance-in-germany/">14 Civil Society Groups Form New Social State Alliance in Germany</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Hate‑Aid Co‑CEO Demands European Staunchness on Social Media Rules After US Sanctions</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/hate-aid-co-ceo-demands-european-staunchness-on-social-media-rules-after-us-sanctions/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=71473</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Anna‑Lena von Hodenberg, the co‑chief executive of the anti‑hate‑speech organisation Hate‑Aid, says the sanctions imposed by the United States have&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/hate-aid-co-ceo-demands-european-staunchness-on-social-media-rules-after-us-sanctions/">Hate‑Aid Co‑CEO Demands European Staunchness on Social Media Rules After US Sanctions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Social Association Slams Bürgergeld Reform Over Housing and Job Training Cuts</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-slams-burgergeld-reform-over-housing-and-job-training-cuts/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:32:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70993</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Just before the Bundestag&#8217;s final vote on reforming the Bürgergeld into basic security, the Social Association Germany (SoVD)&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-slams-burgergeld-reform-over-housing-and-job-training-cuts/">German Social Association Slams Bürgergeld Reform Over Housing and Job Training Cuts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany Social Media Use Hits 59 Percent Among Ages 16 to 74 in 2025</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germany-social-media-use-hits-59-percent-among-ages-16-to-74-in-2025/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:38:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70555</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The use of social media in Germany has risen sharply over the past five years across all age&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germany-social-media-use-hits-59-percent-among-ages-16-to-74-in-2025/">Germany Social Media Use Hits 59 Percent Among Ages 16 to 74 in 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DGB Blames Employers for Massive Attacks on Germany&#8217;s Social Safety Net</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-blames-employers-for-massive-attacks-on-germanys-social-safety-net/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:18:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=70498</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Yasmin Fahimi, the chair of the German Confederation of Trade Unions (DGB), accused employers of retreating into what&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-blames-employers-for-massive-attacks-on-germanys-social-safety-net/">DGB Blames Employers for Massive Attacks on Germany&#8217;s Social Safety Net</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Diakonie President Rüdiger Schuch Slams Sparkurs Demands Fair Payment For Social Workers</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/diakonie-president-rudiger-schuch-slams-sparkurs-demands-fair-payment-for-social-workers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69994</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Diakonie president Rüdiger Schuch responded to the latest figures on the financial situation of the German free welfare sector&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/diakonie-president-rudiger-schuch-slams-sparkurs-demands-fair-payment-for-social-workers/">Diakonie President Rüdiger Schuch Slams Sparkurs Demands Fair Payment For Social Workers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Young Social Democrats Remain Unconvinced of CDU&#8217;s New Social State Reforms</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/young-social-democrats-remain-unconvinced-of-cdus-new-social-state-reforms/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69706</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Jusos remain skeptical even after the Chancellor&#8217;s concessions on reforming the social state. Chairman Philipp Türmer told RTL&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/young-social-democrats-remain-unconvinced-of-cdus-new-social-state-reforms/">Young Social Democrats Remain Unconvinced of CDU&#8217;s New Social State Reforms</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Juso Leader Rejects Under‑14 Social Media Ban</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/juso-leader-rejects-under-14-social-media-ban/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:22:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69613</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Philipp Türmer, the chair of The Left (Juso), rejected proposals to ban social‑media platforms for users under 14. In&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/juso-leader-rejects-under-14-social-media-ban/">Juso Leader Rejects Under‑14 Social Media Ban</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Fast‑Track Social Media Ban for Under‑14s in Bundestag After CDU’s Decision</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-fast-track-social-media-ban-for-under-14s-in-bundestag-after-cdus-decision/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:56:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69499</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Following the CDU party conference&#8217;s decision to prohibit social‑media use for children under 14, the SPD is pushing&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-fast-track-social-media-ban-for-under-14s-in-bundestag-after-cdus-decision/">SPD Fast‑Track Social Media Ban for Under‑14s in Bundestag After CDU’s Decision</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Greens Demand Youth Forum on Social Media Regulation Amid Chancellor’s Child Ban Proposal</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-greens-demand-youth-forum-on-social-media-regulation-amid-chancellors-child-ban-proposal/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:58:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69157</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>After German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) voiced a call to ban social‑media platforms for children, the deputy chair of&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-greens-demand-youth-forum-on-social-media-regulation-amid-chancellors-child-ban-proposal/">German Greens Demand Youth Forum on Social Media Regulation Amid Chancellor’s Child Ban Proposal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Streeck Urges Tougher Social Media Measures to Shield Kids from Harmful Content</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/streeck-urges-tougher-social-media-measures-to-shield-kids-from-harmful-content/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:49:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69124</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>At the CDU federal convention, Hendrik Streeck, the federal commissioner for drugs and addiction, voiced his latest position on&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/streeck-urges-tougher-social-media-measures-to-shield-kids-from-harmful-content/">Streeck Urges Tougher Social Media Measures to Shield Kids from Harmful Content</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Daniel Günther demands swift Social Media ban for children under 16 in Schleswig-Holstein</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/daniel-gunther-demands-swift-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-in-schleswig-holstein/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:10:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69118</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Schleswig‑Holstein&#8217;s Minister‑President Daniel Günther (CDU) has called for an urgent ban on social‑media use by children and adolescents under&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/daniel-gunther-demands-swift-social-media-ban-for-children-under-16-in-schleswig-holstein/">Daniel Günther demands swift Social Media ban for children under 16 in Schleswig-Holstein</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Workers&#8217; Wing Urges Social Debate Shift Ahead of Merz Re‑Election</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-workers-wing-urges-social-debate-shift-ahead-of-merz-re-election/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69106</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Dennis Radtke, chairman of the CDU&#8217;s employee wing, told a German media outlet that CDU leader and federal&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-workers-wing-urges-social-debate-shift-ahead-of-merz-re-election/">CDU Workers&#8217; Wing Urges Social Debate Shift Ahead of Merz Re‑Election</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Merz Pushes Social Media Ban for Minors Ahead Of Elections</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/merz-pushes-social-media-ban-for-minors-ahead-of-elections/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=69025</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has voiced support for a social‑media ban for minors. &#8220;If 14‑year‑olds already spend five&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/merz-pushes-social-media-ban-for-minors-ahead-of-elections/">Merz Pushes Social Media Ban for Minors Ahead Of Elections</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Voigt Calls for Empathy Over Policy in Social Reform Debate Ahead of CDU Party Congress</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/voigt-calls-for-empathy-over-policy-in-social-reform-debate-ahead-of-cdu-party-congress/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:25:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68998</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Shortly before the CDU&#8217;s annual party conference, Thuringian Minister President Mario Voigt urged his party to adopt a more&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/voigt-calls-for-empathy-over-policy-in-social-reform-debate-ahead-of-cdu-party-congress/">Voigt Calls for Empathy Over Policy in Social Reform Debate Ahead of CDU Party Congress</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Streeck Skeptical of Wide Social Media Ban Questions Its Effectiveness</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/streeck-skeptical-of-wide-social-media-ban-questions-its-effectiveness/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68968</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Hendrik Streeck, the German federal drug‑policy commissioner and a member of the Bundestag for the CDU, expressed doubts that&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/streeck-skeptical-of-wide-social-media-ban-questions-its-effectiveness/">Streeck Skeptical of Wide Social Media Ban Questions Its Effectiveness</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Employers Demand Merz Rapidly Deliver Reform Package with Tax Cuts, Lower Social Spending and Bureaucracy Reduction</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/employers-demand-merz-rapidly-deliver-reform-package-with-tax-cuts-lower-social-spending-and-bureaucracy-reduction/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68962</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Employers are losing patience with the black‑red government and are urging Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) to promptly deliver a&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/employers-demand-merz-rapidly-deliver-reform-package-with-tax-cuts-lower-social-spending-and-bureaucracy-reduction/">Employers Demand Merz Rapidly Deliver Reform Package with Tax Cuts, Lower Social Spending and Bureaucracy Reduction</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CCC Rejects Age Verification as Teen Social Media Ban Sparks Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/ccc-rejects-age-verification-as-teen-social-media-ban-sparks-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:47:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68953</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Chaos Computer Club (CCC) has taken a clear stand against setting an age limit for using social‑media&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/ccc-rejects-age-verification-as-teen-social-media-ban-sparks-debate/">CCC Rejects Age Verification as Teen Social Media Ban Sparks Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Söder Champions Major Tax and Social Insurance Reform as Bavaria Moves Forward with Agenda 2030</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/soder-champions-major-tax-and-social-insurance-reform-as-bavaria-moves-forward-with-agenda-2030/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68911</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Markus Söder, the Minister-President of Bavaria and head of the CSU, has called for a sweeping tax and social&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/soder-champions-major-tax-and-social-insurance-reform-as-bavaria-moves-forward-with-agenda-2030/">Söder Champions Major Tax and Social Insurance Reform as Bavaria Moves Forward with Agenda 2030</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Bavarian Premier Soder Opposes Youth Social Media Ban Proposed by SPD and CDU</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/bavarian-premier-soder-opposes-youth-social-media-ban-proposed-by-spd-and-cdu/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:18:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68908</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bavarian Minister‑President and CSU leader has expressed opposition to a proposal from portions of the SPD and CDU&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/bavarian-premier-soder-opposes-youth-social-media-ban-proposed-by-spd-and-cdu/">Bavarian Premier Soder Opposes Youth Social Media Ban Proposed by SPD and CDU</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Leaders Demand Age Limit on Social Media Use</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-leaders-demand-age-limit-on-social-media-use/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:51:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68881</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ahead of this weekend&#8217;s CDU federal party convention in Stuttgart, politicians from both the federal level and several&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-leaders-demand-age-limit-on-social-media-use/">CDU Leaders Demand Age Limit on Social Media Use</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Young Union Leader Philipp Türmer Claims Kids&#8217; Social Media Ban Unenforceable</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/young-union-leader-philipp-turmer-claims-kids-social-media-ban-unenforceable/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:09:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68761</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Philipp Türmer, the Juso chair, remains skeptical amid the debate over a social‑media ban for children and youth.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/young-union-leader-philipp-turmer-claims-kids-social-media-ban-unenforceable/">Young Union Leader Philipp Türmer Claims Kids&#8217; Social Media Ban Unenforceable</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Heidi Reichinnek Criticizes SPD Social Media Restrictions for Children and Teens</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/heidi-reichinnek-criticizes-spd-social-media-restrictions-for-children-and-teens/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:35:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68749</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Heidi Reichinnek, the chair of the Left Party&#8217;s parliamentary group, regards the SPD&#8217;s proposals to restrict social‑media usage for&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/heidi-reichinnek-criticizes-spd-social-media-restrictions-for-children-and-teens/">Heidi Reichinnek Criticizes SPD Social Media Restrictions for Children and Teens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Data Protection Advocate Specht‑Riemenschneider Opposes Blanket Ban on Social Media for Teens</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-data-protection-advocate-specht-riemenschneider-opposes-blanket-ban-on-social-media-for-teens/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68746</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German Federal Data Protection Commissioner, Louisa Specht‑Riemenschneider, has spoken out against a blanket ban on social‑media use for&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-data-protection-advocate-specht-riemenschneider-opposes-blanket-ban-on-social-media-for-teens/">German Data Protection Advocate Specht‑Riemenschneider Opposes Blanket Ban on Social Media for Teens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Teachers Union Warns Against Blanket Social Media Ban for Under‑14s</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-teachers-union-warns-against-blanket-social-media-ban-for-under-14s/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68734</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>In the debate over a social‑media ban for children and youths under 14, the German Teachers&#8217; Association cautioned&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-teachers-union-warns-against-blanket-social-media-ban-for-under-14s/">German Teachers Union Warns Against Blanket Social Media Ban for Under‑14s</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Hubig Defends SPD&#8217;s Social Media Ban for Children Under 14</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/hubig-defends-spds-social-media-ban-for-children-under-14/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:46:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68719</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig defended the SPD position paper she co‑signed, which calls for a ban on social media&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/hubig-defends-spds-social-media-ban-for-children-under-14/">Hubig Defends SPD&#8217;s Social Media Ban for Children Under 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Unions Workers Demand National Social Security Council Central Social Policy Steering</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/unions-workers-demand-national-social-security-council-central-social-policy-steering/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:09:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68683</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Amid the vigorous debate over reforms, the labour group within the Union parliamentary faction is calling for a&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/unions-workers-demand-national-social-security-council-central-social-policy-steering/">Unions Workers Demand National Social Security Council Central Social Policy Steering</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany’s SPD Urges Social Media Ban for Under‑14s Backed by Vice Chancellor Klingbeil</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-spd-urges-social-media-ban-for-under-14s-backed-by-vice-chancellor-klingbeil/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:03:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68665</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Vice‑Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has backed the demands of the SPD parliamentary group to ban social‑media use&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-spd-urges-social-media-ban-for-under-14s-backed-by-vice-chancellor-klingbeil/">Germany’s SPD Urges Social Media Ban for Under‑14s Backed by Vice Chancellor Klingbeil</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>EU Vice President Eyes Social Media Ban for Youth Across Union</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/eu-vice-president-eyes-social-media-ban-for-youth-across-union/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:08:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68389</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Vice‑President Henna Virkkunen, who heads the EU&#8217;s digital policy, said that the Commission will reach a decision by&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/eu-vice-president-eyes-social-media-ban-for-youth-across-union/">EU Vice President Eyes Social Media Ban for Youth Across Union</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Social Association Calls for Gender Parity in All Parliaments</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-calls-for-gender-parity-in-all-parliaments/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:36:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68194</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The German Social Association (Sozialverband Deutschland) is calling for an equal number of women and men in all&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-social-association-calls-for-gender-parity-in-all-parliaments/">German Social Association Calls for Gender Parity in All Parliaments</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Turkish Community Criticizes BAMF Enrollment Stop for Integration Courses As Undermining Social Participation</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/turkish-community-criticizes-bamf-enrollment-stop-for-integration-courses-as-undermining-social-participation/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:43:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The chair of the Turkish community in Germany, Gökay Sofuoglu, criticized the admission stop for integration courses announced&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/turkish-community-criticizes-bamf-enrollment-stop-for-integration-courses-as-undermining-social-participation/">Turkish Community Criticizes BAMF Enrollment Stop for Integration Courses As Undermining Social Participation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>DGB Demands Rich Step Up Share of Social Welfare Costs</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-demands-rich-step-up-share-of-social-welfare-costs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:29:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68092</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Amid the divergent proposals from the Union and SPD to finance the welfare state, the DGB calls for&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/dgb-demands-rich-step-up-share-of-social-welfare-costs/">DGB Demands Rich Step Up Share of Social Welfare Costs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Green Leader Ricarda Lang Considers Social Media Ban For Kids Under 14</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-green-leader-ricarda-lang-considers-social-media-ban-for-kids-under-14/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:12:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=68014</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ricarda Lang, a Green Party politician, has said she is now open to banning social‑media use for children under&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-green-leader-ricarda-lang-considers-social-media-ban-for-kids-under-14/">German Green Leader Ricarda Lang Considers Social Media Ban For Kids Under 14</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Junge Union Leader Urges CDU to Adopt Harder Negotiating Tactics Against SPD in Social Reform Battle</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/junge-union-leader-urges-cdu-to-adopt-harder-negotiating-tactics-against-spd-in-social-reform-battle/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:47:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67927</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>During a dispute over social reforms, Junge Union leader Johannes Winkel urged his party&#8217;s leadership to negotiate with&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/junge-union-leader-urges-cdu-to-adopt-harder-negotiating-tactics-against-spd-in-social-reform-battle/">Junge Union Leader Urges CDU to Adopt Harder Negotiating Tactics Against SPD in Social Reform Battle</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>CDU Employee Wing Criticizes Party&#8217;s Public Image in Social Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-employee-wing-criticizes-partys-public-image-in-social-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:28:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67906</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Dennis Radtke, head of the CDU&#8217;s employee wing, opened a frank critique of his party&#8217;s public image in the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/cdu-employee-wing-criticizes-partys-public-image-in-social-debate/">CDU Employee Wing Criticizes Party&#8217;s Public Image in Social Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>AfD and Left Parties Reject Proposed Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/afd-and-left-parties-reject-proposed-social-media-ban-for-kids-under-16/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:13:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67840</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>AfD and the Left oppose a ban on social media for children and teenagers under 16-a measure that&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/afd-and-left-parties-reject-proposed-social-media-ban-for-kids-under-16/">AfD and Left Parties Reject Proposed Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Amthor Raises Concerns Over Proposed Under‑16 Social Media Ban</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/amthor-raises-concerns-over-proposed-under-16-social-media-ban/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67792</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Philipp Amthor, the state secretary in the Ministry for Digital Affairs, raised doubts about a proposed ban on&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/amthor-raises-concerns-over-proposed-under-16-social-media-ban/">Amthor Raises Concerns Over Proposed Under‑16 Social Media Ban</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SPD Opposes Age Restrictions on Social Media Calls for Platform Accountability</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/spd-opposes-age-restrictions-on-social-media-calls-for-platform-accountability/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:38:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67756</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the German Young Socialists (Jusos) have rejected outright bans on social‑media use&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/spd-opposes-age-restrictions-on-social-media-calls-for-platform-accountability/">SPD Opposes Age Restrictions on Social Media Calls for Platform Accountability</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Wiese Defends SPD Overhauled Social Security Funding Plan Amid Debate Over Dental Care Cuts</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/wiese-defends-spd-overhauled-social-security-funding-plan-amid-debate-over-dental-care-cuts/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Chloe Price]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:15:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67663</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Dirk Wiese, the parliamentary manager of the SPD parliamentary group, defended his party&#8217;s proposal to fundamentally overhaul the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/wiese-defends-spd-overhauled-social-security-funding-plan-amid-debate-over-dental-care-cuts/">Wiese Defends SPD Overhauled Social Security Funding Plan Amid Debate Over Dental Care Cuts</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Union Politicians Push Age Limits on Social Media Use</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/union-politicians-push-age-limits-on-social-media-use/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 20:23:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67444</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Leading politicians from the Union parties say age limits for using social media are necessary. &#8220;Social media are&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/union-politicians-push-age-limits-on-social-media-use/">Union Politicians Push Age Limits on Social Media Use</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany Loses Billions as Minijobs Escape Social Security</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germany-loses-billions-as-minijobs-escape-social-security/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:12:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67384</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Because minijobs are exempt from social‑insurance contributions, the German social security system loses billions of euros each year.&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germany-loses-billions-as-minijobs-escape-social-security/">Germany Loses Billions as Minijobs Escape Social Security</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Employees Bear Larger Share of Social Contributions as Employer Burden Falls</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/employees-bear-larger-share-of-social-contributions-as-employer-burden-falls/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:34:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67366</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Employees now pay a larger share of social security contributions than in the past, while the relative burden&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/employees-bear-larger-share-of-social-contributions-as-employer-burden-falls/">Employees Bear Larger Share of Social Contributions as Employer Burden Falls</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Young Union Spots Tens of Billions in Social Spending Savings, Pressures SPD in Reform Debate</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/young-union-spots-tens-of-billions-in-social-spending-savings-pressures-spd-in-reform-debate/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dawn Amber]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:07:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67195</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Johannes Winkel, the chairman of the Junge Union (JU), is raising the stakes in the debate over social reforms, thereby&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/young-union-spots-tens-of-billions-in-social-spending-savings-pressures-spd-in-reform-debate/">Young Union Spots Tens of Billions in Social Spending Savings, Pressures SPD in Reform Debate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Germany’s Federal Budget Ramps Up Social and Interest Costs Drive Growing Deficit</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-federal-budget-ramps-up-social-and-interest-costs-drive-growing-deficit/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Sean Prescott]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://hubu.news/?p=67006</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>German federal spending has outpaced revenue from 2014 to 2024 by a wide margin. According to a report&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/germanys-federal-budget-ramps-up-social-and-interest-costs-drive-growing-deficit/">Germany’s Federal Budget Ramps Up Social and Interest Costs Drive Growing Deficit</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>SoVD Urges Halt to Social Spending as Germany&#8217;s Poverty Risk Grows</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/sovd-urges-halt-to-social-spending-as-germanys-poverty-risk-grows/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trevor Yard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:45:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The rising rate of people at risk of poverty has led the Social Association Germany (SoVD) to caution&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/sovd-urges-halt-to-social-spending-as-germanys-poverty-risk-grows/">SoVD Urges Halt to Social Spending as Germany&#8217;s Poverty Risk Grows</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>Greens Demand Mini‑Job Abolishment and Social Security Coverage for Employees</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/greens-demand-mini-job-abolishment-and-social-security-coverage-for-employees/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Victoria Chase]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:21:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Deputy Green parliamentary group chairman Andreas Audretsch wants to abolish mini‑jobs in their current form. He told RTL and&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/greens-demand-mini-job-abolishment-and-social-security-coverage-for-employees/">Greens Demand Mini‑Job Abolishment and Social Security Coverage for Employees</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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		<title>German Chancellor&#8217;s Chief Softens Social Reform Hopes as Pension Takes Priority</title>
		<link>https://hubu.news/2026/german-chancellors-chief-softens-social-reform-hopes-as-pension-takes-priority/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frank Bowers]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:48:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The head of the chancellor&#8217;s office, Thorsten Frei (CDU), assured the &#8220;Tagesspiegel&#8221; that the government will have the&#8230;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://hubu.news/2026/german-chancellors-chief-softens-social-reform-hopes-as-pension-takes-priority/">German Chancellor&#8217;s Chief Softens Social Reform Hopes as Pension Takes Priority</a> appeared first on <a href="https://hubu.news">Hubu.news</a>.</p>
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