Delays in building a rail link between the Fehmarn Belt tunnel and the German railway could set the project back several years, according to new reports. The Eisenbahn-Bundesamt has indicated it will take Deutsche Bahn six and a half years to complete a vital 2.2-kilometre railway tunnel linking the island of Fehmarn to mainland Germany. As the construction of this additional tunnel has yet to receive final approval, the trains are unlikely to begin operating before the end of 2032 at the earliest.
The Lionesses achieved an extraordinary comeback against Sweden, culminating in an entertaining penalty shootout, showcasing resilience and skill despite facing challenges along the way.
The German Weather Service warned of heavy rain, hail and high winds on Monday. North-eastern regions can expect the most severe impacts, but storms are expected to move across the country through the course of the day.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz defended Constitutional Court nominee Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf amid accusations from the right, calling criticism unobjective and personally insulting, warning of severe media impact.
Germany's fertility rate declined further in 2024, falling to 1.35 children per woman, the lowest rate in almost two decades. Among women with German citizenship, the fertility level was the lowest it has been in decades.