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fromThe Local Germany
2 years ago
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TEST: Could you pass the German citizenship exam?

To obtain German citizenship, applicants must pass the Einbürgerungstest, which assesses knowledge of German history, culture, and politics.
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago
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Who's exempt from taking a German citizenship test for naturalisation?

Certain groups are exempt from taking the German citizenship test during the naturalisation process.
#germany
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fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday

Germany condemned China's military actions after a laser was aimed at a German reconnaissance aircraft over the Red Sea.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany updates: Pistorius outlines plans for military draft DW 07/08/2025

A bill by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius proposes military conscription for urgent needs to increase armed forces to 460,000 by 2029.
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fromSpiegel
4 months ago

Battlefield Disruption: German Military Seeks to Adapt as AI Changes Warfare

The Uranos KI project aims to develop AI for real-time enemy identification and planning in the German military.
#neuschwanstein
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Germany updates: Bundestag elects new constitutional judges DW 07/11/2025

The conservatives may be reliant on votes from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) to secure the necessary two-thirds majority for Federal Constitutional Court candidates.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Carolina Wilga: police rule out foul play in search for missing German backpacker in remote Western Australia

Police are searching for missing German backpacker Carolina Wilga, who may have walked into inhospitable bush after her van broke down in remote Karroun Hill.
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fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Fact-check: Are immigrants in Germany taking advantage of the welfare state?

Alice Weidel, leader of the AfD party, suggested that rapes and knife attacks committed by immigrants are everyday occurrences in Germany, aiming to garner support from her party members.
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#deutsche-bahn
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday

The Paris appeals court ordered Lidl to pay €43 million to French chain Intermarche after finding hundreds of Lidl's television ads deceptive and unfair to competition.
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#economic-policy
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany: Police detain man in anti-terror raids DW 07/09/2025

According to a joint statement from the Dusseldorf Public Prosecutor's Office and Essen police, the investigation had turned up evidence that money gained through commercial fraud was intended to go toward financing an Islamist terrorist attack.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany updates: Police arrest suspect in anti-terror raids DW 07/09/2025

Authorities have detained a 27-year-old man on suspicion of financing a planned Islamist terror attack through fraudulent commercial activities, as searches were conducted in multiple cities.
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fromSpiegel
3 months ago

Right Wing Report: How Germany's AfD Intends to Boost Its Influence

Grimm boasts of his new role in the Bundestag, noting that he receives a monthly salary of over 11,000 euros and an additional 25,000 euros for staff, along with one hire made. His enthusiasm reflects the party's growing confidence and resources since it now forms the second largest faction in parliament, sitting next to other center-right parties.
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fromSpiegel
1 month ago

A Difficult Relationship: How the Gaza War Is Changing Germany's View of Israel

Frank-Walter Steinmeier expressed, "Every visit to Israel makes my heart beat faster. The State of Israel has left a deep, deep mark on who I am..."
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#tariffs
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Daimler Truck to cut 5,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 DW 07/08/2025

Daimler Truck announced plans to cut approximately 5,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 as part of its 'Cost Down Europe' program aimed at improving profitability and market resilience.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany says China laser targeted aircraft during EU mission DW 07/08/2025

The Chinese military employed a laser targeting a German aircraft in the EU operation #ASPIDES. Endangering German personnel and disrupting the operation is entirely unacceptable.
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fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Cologne's Circonomit raises 2.8M to turn complex corporate data into instant strategy - Silicon Canals

"Only companies that master their information and decision flows stay competitive," emphasises Marie-Sophie Ando, Senior Investment Manager at Vorwerk Ventures. "We believe Circonomit's flexible modelling toolbox has the potential to become a leading provider of data-driven decision support."
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

German polls show Merz gaining ground as SPD loses DW 07/07/2025

The more left-wing members of the Social Democrats have accused their party leadership of doing too little to secure peace in Europe, calling for peacekeeping through defense capabilities, arms control, and rapprochement.
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#migration
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

Can I be paid in Germany for any holiday I don't take?

In Germany, employees typically cannot exchange statutory vacation days for additional pay, as these days are mandated for recreation by law.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

UNESCO: New World Heritage Sites to be announced DW 07/07/2025

King Ludwig II's Bavarian palaces, including Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace, and Herrenchiemsee palace complex, are nominated for the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
5 days ago

This Nordic Country Has the Most Islands in the World

Countries that top the list of the most islands often feature unique geographical characteristics such as inland lakes, fjord-laced coastlines, and geological fragmentation, providing a high count of discrete landmasses.
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fromBavarian Football Works
1 week ago

"I realized he could help me grow and improve" - Bayern Munich's Jonathan Tah talks up fellow Hamburger Vincent Kompany

Jonathan Tah was very close to joining Bayern Munich last summer before differences in valuation led to the deal falling through at the last minute. This year, though, his status as a free agent allowed him to complete the move to the Bundesliga winners. Under the management of Vincent Kompany, Tah is eager to continue improving, citing the Belgian's leadership during his playing career as a source of inspiration and growth.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

A Flixbus has overturned on the A19 motorway in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, resulting in 20 injuries, including one critically injured passenger trapped for two hours.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Will Germany's military spending bring economic growth? DW 07/04/2025

German lawmakers approved an infrastructure investment package worth billions and lifted the cap on national defense spending to prepare the Bundeswehr for potential conflicts.
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fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

How you can follow the 2025 Tour de France on German TV

The Tour de France will kick off this year on July 5 in the northern French city of Lille, with riders set to cross the finish line on Paris's Champs-Élysées on July 27.
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#berlin
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Why it pays to exit the Autobahn to refuel in Germany

Fuel prices are about 40 cents more per litre on highway petrol stations than at those on smaller roads, according to a recent analysis by ADAC.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Many believe Frederick the Great brought potatoes to Germany. It's not true

Faced with this resistance, King Frederick II devised an ingenious plan... he strategically positioned royal guards and soldiers around his palace garden, where the potatoes were cultivated.
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