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fromSpiegel
3 months ago

A "Little Coalition" for Germany: Friedrich Merz Faces an Uphill Battle as negotiations in Berlin Heat Up

European defense spending is a major focus in coalition discussions after the election.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

German Cabinet approves stricter asylum measures DW 06/04/2025

Germany's Cabinet approved stricter asylum laws to expedite deportations and minimize eligibility for asylum seekers from designated safe countries.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
3 weeks ago

OPINION: If Germany is to thrive it must help foreigners feel they belong here

Germany's welcoming culture is undermined by deep-rooted issues of national identity, leaving newcomers feeling excluded despite long-term residence.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

How you can challenge Germany's controversial property tax on your home

Germany's property tax reform has significantly raised taxes for homeowners, prompting extensive legal challenges.
Many property owners are appealing the new valuations due to perceived unfairness.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany needs up to 60,000 more troops, says defense chief DW 06/05/2025

Germany needs 50,000-60,000 additional troops to meet NATO defense needs due to the rising threat from Russia.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany's Baerbock elected as UN General Assembly head DW 06/02/2025

Annalena Baerbock was elected president of the UN General Assembly, highlighting leadership changes and economic travel trends in Germany.
Germany politics
fromSpiegel
3 months ago

A "Little Coalition" for Germany: Friedrich Merz Faces an Uphill Battle as negotiations in Berlin Heat Up

European defense spending is a major focus in coalition discussions after the election.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

German Cabinet approves stricter asylum measures DW 06/04/2025

Germany's Cabinet approved stricter asylum laws to expedite deportations and minimize eligibility for asylum seekers from designated safe countries.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.de
3 weeks ago

OPINION: If Germany is to thrive it must help foreigners feel they belong here

Germany's welcoming culture is undermined by deep-rooted issues of national identity, leaving newcomers feeling excluded despite long-term residence.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

How you can challenge Germany's controversial property tax on your home

Germany's property tax reform has significantly raised taxes for homeowners, prompting extensive legal challenges.
Many property owners are appealing the new valuations due to perceived unfairness.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany needs up to 60,000 more troops, says defense chief DW 06/05/2025

Germany needs 50,000-60,000 additional troops to meet NATO defense needs due to the rising threat from Russia.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany's Baerbock elected as UN General Assembly head DW 06/02/2025

Annalena Baerbock was elected president of the UN General Assembly, highlighting leadership changes and economic travel trends in Germany.
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Germany's young Jewish and Muslim writers are speaking for themselves - exploring immigrant identity beyond stereotypes

"The consequences of Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attack and Israel's war in Gaza have reverberated far beyond the zones of conflict, impacting political dynamics in various countries."
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#immigration
#russia
fromMedievalists.net
3 days ago

How "German" Was the Holy Roman Empire? New Research Rethinks Medieval Nationhood - Medievalists.net

The role of the 'Investiture Contest'...is important in a number of seemingly paradoxical ways. The crucial formative interventions in imperial dynamics highlight how conflict shaped identity.
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#cultural-heritage
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fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Germany and last Kaiser's heirs agree to keep treasures on display

A historic agreement allows thousands of Prussian royal treasures to remain publicly displayed, resolving a century-old dispute.
fromTheartnewspaper
2 weeks ago
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Berlin museums' first woman leader plans to tackle reforms and construction

Marion Ackermann becomes the first female president of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation during a pivotal time of reform and funding increase.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Germany and last Kaiser's heirs agree to keep treasures on display

A historic agreement allows thousands of Prussian royal treasures to remain publicly displayed, resolving a century-old dispute.
Germany politics
fromTheartnewspaper
2 weeks ago

Berlin museums' first woman leader plans to tackle reforms and construction

Marion Ackermann becomes the first female president of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation during a pivotal time of reform and funding increase.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany updates: Berlin boosts security for Jewish sites DW 06/13/2025

Germany's economy is expected to grow by 0.3% in 2023 and 1.7% in 2024, indicating a modest recovery.
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fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

'War crime': Swedish foreign minister warns Israel against 'starving civilians'

Israel's refusal to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza is being condemned as a potential war crime by Sweden's foreign minister.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

G20 GDP growth slows to 0.8% in the first quarter of 2025 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

In the G20 area, GDP growth saw a mixed performance in Q1 2025, with overall growth of 0.8%, as contractions were noted in Korea and the U.S.
Germany politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Hitler's Bogus Crisis of 'Public Order'

I myself was once a federalist during my time in the opposition, but I have now come to the conviction that the Weimar constitution is fundamentally flawed.
Germany politics
fromtime.com
1 week ago

Why Austria Has Some of the Most Relaxed Gun Ownership Laws in Europe

"Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker gave his condolences to the families of the victims, calling the shooting a national tragedy and a dark day in the history of our country."
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Pakistan ramps up defence spending by 20 percent after India conflict

The budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026 ramps up defence spending to 2.55 trillion rupees ($9bn), up 20 percent from the current fiscal year.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago

EXPLAINED: What you can and can't do in your basement in Germany

Tenants can use the cellar in their German apartments for storage, but agreements on specific rooms must be stated in the lease contract.
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#friedrich-merz
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz successfully navigated his first meeting with Trump, emphasizing Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine.
fromSpiegel
1 week ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

Friedrich Merz's visit to Trump was successful by avoiding pitfalls, signaling a cautious approach toward U.S.-German relations.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Germany politics

High hopes as Germany's Merz meets US President Trump DW 06/04/2025

Friedrich Merz's inaugural meeting with Donald Trump emphasizes the need for assertiveness alongside respect in transatlantic relations.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Chancellor Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

New German Chancellor Friedrich Merz successfully navigated his first meeting with Trump, emphasizing Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Friedrich Merz brings new political style to Germany DW 06/07/2025

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first US visit was marked by respect from Trump and reaffirmation of Germany's support for Ukraine.
fromSpiegel
1 week ago
Germany politics

The Chancellor Goes to Washington: Friedrich Merz's Visit to Trump Succeeded Because It Didn't Fail

fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

German word of the day: Freimutig

In Germany, freimütig conjures an image of selfless, disinterested heroism, while 'frank' in English suggests a breach of social etiquette that requires prior encouragement.
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#german-citizenship
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fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany updates: Baerbock set to lead UN General Assembly DW 06/02/2025

Annalena Baerbock is running unopposed for UN General Assembly president, aiming to unify member states with priorities of gender equality and sustainability.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

AfD and radical Christians: An alliance of convenience? DW 05/31/2025

My YouTube channel has half a million subscribers, and my interview with Weidel has been viewed over a million times. I support her stance against media pressure.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Presidential runoff in Poland: Why every vote matters DW 05/30/2025

Eva says she's never skipped a Polish election. She's been living in Germany for 40 years, she has a German passport, and she still takes part in every election in Poland.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Retirement in Europe: How long will we have to work? DW 05/28/2025

In some countries, people continue to work even longer than they are legally required to.
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