Angela Merkel memoirs titled Freedom to be published in November
Merkel's memoir 'Freedom: Memories 1954-2021' traces her journey from East Germany to Chancellor, reflecting on freedom and her political experiences. [ more ]
Germany: AfD politician struck with ashtray in pub argument DW 05/17/2024
Incidents of violence against politicians, like the recent attack on an AfD member, highlight the rising political violence concerns in Germany. [ more ]
Germany hopes to relive World Cup fairytale' with Euro 2024
Hosted football tournaments like Euro 2024 can positively impact a nation's image and unity, like Germany's experience with the 2006 World Cup. [ more ]
Euro 2024: What you can expect in Germany during Europe's biggest football frenzy
Germany will host Euro 2024 with 24 teams playing 51 games in 10 cities. Transportation challenges and security threats are anticipated, with millions of fans expected. [ more ]
Germany unlikely to grant Russian draft dodgers asylum DW 04/19/2024
Germany rejects Russian national's asylum application, risking potential deportation back to Russia where he fears being forced to fight in Ukraine. [ more ]
Aide to German far-right MEP arrested on suspicion of spying for China
A German national, working as an aide to a far-right MEP, was accused of spying for a Chinese intelligence service, raising concerns over Chinese espionage in Europe. [ more ]
Life beyond the 'Cabaret': Check out these queer films set in WWII Germany
Explore LGBTQ+ film and TV content set in Germany around World War II, offering a glimpse into queer stories intertwined with historical events. [ more ]
Logistics Report: Probing the Dali Disaster; Tracking Norfolk Southern; Shifting Online Outlook
Germany's industrial production declined in March, U.S. economy shows resilience, tech companies facing challenges, semiconductor industry growth expected, logistics industry trends. [ more ]
Police in Berlin break up pro-Palestinian student protest
German police dispersed pro-Palestinian activists from Berlin's Free University, following a trend of growing protests and calls to break academic ties with Israel in Europe. [ more ]
Germany: Study shows correlation between racism and poverty DW 05/07/2024
Racism in Germany correlates with poverty risk, impacting groups like Black, Muslim, and Asian communities disproportionally, leading to economic hardships. [ more ]
Inside Germany: Citizenship campaign, wedding bureaucracy and landmark cinema closure
A campaign in Germany is set to be launched to inform and encourage foreign residents to apply for German citizenship, coinciding with new citizenship laws taking effect on June 27th. [ more ]
EXPLAINED: What fees do you have to pay when buying a home in Germany?
High property ownership fees in Germany contribute to low ownership rates, discouraging potential investors due to significant additional costs. [ more ]
As EU election campaigns kick off in Germany, the Ukraine war, rise of far right are dominant themes
European Parliament election campaigns in Germany focus on issues like the war in Ukraine and far-right nationalist parties across the continent. [ more ]
German far-right coup plot trial begins DW 04/29/2024
The trial of the far-right coup plotters in Germany involving the Reichsburger movement has commenced, with high-profile individuals accused of planning to overthrow the government. [ more ]
Investigators in killing of 2 Ukrainians in Germany are looking into a possible political motive
The public prosecutor general's office in Munich has taken over the investigation into the stabbing deaths of two Ukrainian men in southern Germany due to a possible political motivation. [ more ]
Can people with a German spouse get faster citizenship under new law?
Germany's new citizenship law allows for faster naturalization, reducing residence requirements for most foreigners from 8 to 5 years and in some cases even 3 years. [ more ]
Berlin plans two monuments to migrants DW 04/27/2024
Plans to erect monuments in Kreuzberg to honor Turkish 'guest workers' and 'contract workers' from Vietnam and other socialist states, highlighting the positive contributions of migrants and their descendants in Germany. [ more ]
Steinmeier calls for reviving ties with Turkey DW 04/24/2024
Germany and Turkey emphasized the importance of their relationship and discussed the Gaza war crisis during President Steinmeier's visit to Turkey. [ more ]
How a Conservative German Bank Offering Crypto Makes Sense
Germany's conservative financial sector, dominated by banks, is surprising the market with its lead in exploring crypto procurement and custody services. [ more ]
Germany Arrests 2 in Spying and Sabotage Case Linked to Russia
Two men arrested in Germany over Russia spying and sabotage plot, causing concerns about Russian intelligence reach and disruption operations. [ more ]
Germany arrests two for alleged plot to attack military bases on behalf of Russia
German-Russian nationals arrested in Germany for plotting sabotage attacks on US military facilities to undermine military support for Ukraine. [ more ]