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"At around 1:55 pm today a man on an ICE train travelling towards Vienna injured several people with dangerous objects," police said.

Wohnungsbaugenossenschaften are an historic and fundamental part of Germany's housing policy, offering an affordable and secure alternative to both renting and buying.

Emergency services have been battling forest fires in eastern Germany, with notable incidents in Saxony and Brandenburg, leading to village evacuations and firefighter injuries. A disaster alert was issued for wildfires in the Gohrischheide forest, affecting communities such as Zeithain, Wülknitz, and Gröditz. Reports indicated varying extents of the fire's reach, with estimates between 200 to 1,000 hectares burned. Over 500 emergency personnel have been activated across both states, and the situation was exacerbated by the potential risks posed by ammunition left from military activities.

Germany's beer reputation is well established due to brands like Beck's and Warsteiner, alongside its iconic Oktoberfest celebration. The Reinheitsgebot law emphasizes purity, allowing only water, hops, and barley, though has evolved to include more grains.

"The construction of new housing has slowed dramatically, while demand in cities like Berlin is higher than ever," observed Dr. Michael Voigtländer, real estate expert at the German Economic Institute (IW).

New parents in Germany are eligible for a range of benefits such as Kindergeld, subsidized daycare, and parental allowances designed to support families and mitigate declining birth rates.

Greece offers digital nomads the opportunity to live and work for up to one year, featuring stunning landscapes, excellent weather, and rich cultural experiences.

A 59-year-old woman lost her life in the attack, and two other men aged 55 and 62 were seriously injured. Her death was due to multiple stab wounds.

The Deutschlandstipendium is designed to support talented students regardless of their age, nationality or background, and offers €300 a month for at least two semesters.

We are seeing an increasing activity of Russian submarines operating in that area. Germany will show its presence in the North Atlantic and the Arctic this year.

According to the report, DekaBank confirmed that the platform is currently under development and is expected to be made available within the next year.

Germany is becoming increasingly reliant on Taiwanese drones as it seeks to diversify its supply chain away from China, which currently dominates the global drone market.

"If someone stands at the German border and says they need asylum, they must receive the proper due process...a process must take place."

Meteorologists are warning of temperatures over 30C in Germany this week, possibly hitting record highs due to a persistent heat dome affecting the region.

Germany needs a protective shield with precision weapons. We should cooperate with Ukraine and Israel and use their experience.

Katherina Reiche's attendance at a nuclear meeting highlights divergent views on energy policy within the German government amidst a larger EU discussion on energy strategies.

"I was very motivated, because things didn't go as planned for me in the Dauphiné and I was determined to put that hard week behind," Schachmann said.

The decision by Germany's Minimum Wage Commission to raise the minimum wage to 15 euros by 2026 seeks balance but is already stirring political controversy.

Meike Kamp, Germany's data protection commissioner, told the companies that DeepSeek did not provide 'convincing evidence' that users' data was protected as required by EU laws.

"When we talk about good integration, the family comes first," Saeed Saeed, a protest organizer, emphasized while addressing the importance of family cohesion for refugees.

"Our goal is to continue the Deutschlandticket and also find a permanent mechanism for how the price will develop in the future. I can't say whether we will achieve this for next year, but that is our goal."

"It was celebrated in 1975 as the biggest technology agreement of the century, the enthusiasm was huge on both sides," recalls 73-year-old German-Brazilian sociologist Luiz Ramalho.

"It should not be this way. It took an enormous toll on me and the start of my studies. Because of the visa process, some people don't make it here."

Unlike a number of city beaches on this list, the Herr Walter charges an admission fee of €3, but – according to Ruhr24.de – "You're partying on an old ship with a view of cranes, water, the sunset, and a cool crowd. It's got character. It's urban, relaxed, and really charming."

According to the DLRG, the number of drowning incidents is on the rise in Germany. More than 400 people died in 2025, highlighting the need for water safety awareness.