Main (river)

These last days have not been easy for me. I have come to the conclusion that I can no longer do what's best for Eintracht Frankfurt because I lack the drive to make an impact. It wasn't easy to say this, because we had five incredibly successful years.

— Markus Krösche, sporting director of Eintracht Frankfurt, during an emotional farewell to the team and the fans

Thanks, Eintracht. The departure is not easy for me, especially because it wasn't a decision I made myself. I am incredibly grateful to my teammates. We have created unforgettable memories and — most importantly — together we wrote a piece of history at this wonderful club.

— Arthur Theate on Instagram, departure from Eintracht Frankfurt (context: move to Bologna)

Please refrain as much as possible from showering, bathing, watering gardens and water-intensive activities.

— Water utility in the Main-Kinzig-Kreis – call to the public to conserve water during the heatwave.

At the start of the holidays in Hesse, many trains will be especially full. At these temperatures, health is more important than the ticket price. Therefore, DB, Landesbahn and the transport associations should urgently consider opening the first class at least for seniors, pregnant women and families with children, so they do not have to stand in overcrowded trains.

— Kaweh Mansoori (SPD), Hessian Minister of Transport; told the Deutsche Presse-Agentur (DPA) in connection with the heatwave and a demand to the railways.

There needs to be better monitoring and control of the rail infrastructure operations.

— Peter Westenberger, CEO of the Association of Private Railways, speaking to dpa

Following several tips from the public, the investigations were carried out with unabated intensity, which has now led to the arrest of the suspect.

— Statement by the Frankfurt Public Prosecutor's Office and the Hessian State Criminal Police Office (LKA), in a press release.

The reason for the extensive investigations is the allegation that the 28 defendants since 2019 have received bribes for the preferred awarding of contracts in the construction industry, or have paid them, or have concealed the payment of these bribes

— Chief Public Prosecutor Dominik Mies, regarding the investigations into bribery in the construction industry

That I recognized the missing person again by chance the next day was absolutely extraordinary. All the more relieved to know that she is doing well under the circumstances.

— Doris Schröder, a mantrailer with BRH Rescue Dog Team Main-Kinzig, on recognizing the missing person the next day by chance