Fields too dry: Two-thirds of farmers report water shortages:
The start of spring in the fields is being hampered by persistent drought, as an agrarheute survey ...
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Image from the original article. Source: The lack of rain this spring could become historic: It has hardly rained in Germany since February. The reason for this is a special weather pattern ...
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Key FactsHistoric Drought in Germany This Spring
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- Germany is facing the driest spring since 1881, with only 58 liters of rainfall per square meter since March, amounting to less than one-third of the usual total.
- Meteorologists highlight a persistent blocking pattern preventing rain and shaping the weather conditions across Europe.
- The high sunshine duration of 571 hours may set a new record, while wind energy generation remains below average.
- Long-term weather models suggest a hot and dry summer, potentially exacerbating the already critical water situation.
"The sword of Damocles of this blockade continues to hang over us."— Adrian Leyser, meteorologist at the German Weather Service (DWD), discusses the concerning weather situation and its potential implications for the summer.
Trump's approval rating rises to 44%; Americans worry less about recession: President Donald Trump's approval rating rose this week as Americans worried less ...
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Key FactsHard-Right Surge in Romania: Simion Rising
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- George Simion, a nationalist politician, won the first round of Romania's presidential election and will face centrist mayor Nicusor Dan in the run-off.
- A victory for Simion could destabilize Romania and impact EU relations, particularly regarding Ukraine policy.
- He has garnered support from Viktor Orban and other nationalist leaders in Central and Eastern Europe, potentially forming a stronger political alliance.
- Increasing economic inequality and dissatisfaction with living costs are driving many voters in the region towards hard-right parties.
"For us, the working class, nothing has been done."— Florin, a voter in Bucharest who declined to give his last name, expressing his support for Simion.
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Image from the original article. Source: Survey: What Germans think of Merz's first days as chancellor: Friedrich Merz has now completed one week in office. How do people rate his start as Chancellor?
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Key FactsMerz's First Government Address: A Call for Unity
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- Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasizes the need for unity and citizen engagement in his inaugural government address to facilitate a positive political shift.
- He announces plans to make the Bundeswehr Europe’s strongest army and views Russia as a threat to freedom across Europe.
- While he offers praise for various societal groups, noticeable differences arise in the reactions of the Union and SPD regarding issues like the minimum wage.
- Merz's efforts to foster a conciliatory atmosphere are challenged by critics such as Green party leader Katharina Dröge, who references his past political stances.
"The state is all of us."— Friedrich Merz emphasizes the responsibility and unity of society in his first government statement.
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