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Habeck invitation to Russians: Federal government encourages critics of Putin to work in Germany
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For two days, the German government discussed the consequences of the Ukraine war at Schloss Meseberg. At the end, Chancellor Scholz ... Show more
Literature column: What are you reading, Thea Dorn?: Every week, the Süddeutsche Zeitung asks well-known personalities what they are currently reading ...
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The fear-monger Chancellor: Scholz must finally encourage the Germans: Olaf Scholz has issued many warnings over the past few days, including warnings about the ...
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Habeck invitation to Russians: Federal government encourages critics of Putin to work in Germany
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Literature column: What are you reading, Thea Dorn?: Every week, the Süddeutsche Zeitung asks well-known personalities what they are currently reading ...
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Spy for China? Employee of AfD top candidate Krah arrested: Another Chinese spy has apparently been arrested in Germany. It is said to be an employee of ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...
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Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism
- During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.
- Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.
- The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.
- The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.
Energy security: Habeck employees are said to have ignored concerns about the nuclear phase-out
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Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning
- A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.
- The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.
- The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.
New record number of young adults without training in Germany: Around 2.9 million young adults have no education. That is more than ever before ...
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Quick Glance: Record Number of Young Adults without Education in Germany
- Germany records a peak of 2.9 million young adults without education, especially among migrants.
- The increasing number of unskilled individuals negatively impacts the job market and widens the gap between well-qualified and unqualified individuals.
- The dual education system faces challenges like rising dropout rates and mismatched apprenticeships.
- Initiatives to modernize the education system are being called for, including better career guidance and increased apprenticeship wages.
More appreciation for soldiers: Bundestag approves annual Veterans Day: Every year on June 15th, the veterans of the Bundeswehr are to be honored ...
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Quick Glance: Bundestag Approves Veteran's Day to Honor Soldiers
- Soldiers to be honored annually on June 15 in Germany.
- Motion passed by Bundestag with significant majority.
- Events in Berlin planned to recognize soldiers.
- Objective: Show appreciation and enhance social support for soldiers.
Zurich Public Prosecutor's Office: Violent crimes are increasing: Young adults are increasingly involved in serious violent crimes. You have to try to get them ...
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“Maybrit Illner”: “There has never been this level of treason in Germany,” shouts Laschet
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Quick Glance: Clash over AfD's Corruption Allegations
- Despite corruption allegations, the AfD stands by its EU lead candidates, sparking a heated debate on 'Maybrit Illner.'
- Concerns arise over potential bribery involving Krah and Bystron, despite no legal guilt being proven.
- Internal distancing within the AfD and criticism of a lack of transparency regarding the candidates ensue.
- The discussion concludes with the possibility of the AfD's list changes for the European elections being invalidated.
“Kaufleute” instead of “Kaufmann”: Traditional club renames itself 500 years after its founding
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Death sentence against rapper Toomaj: Iran intensifies repression: He sang of freedom in his songs and became an icon of the Iranian resistance ...
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Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Federal Council: No money for UNRWA: The federal government releases 56 million francs for the Middle East, but not for the Palestinian relief organization.
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Job fears in the automotive industry: electromobility forces job cuts: The automotive industry is one of the largest employers in Germany. But electromobility is ...
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ARD star Klaus Otto Nagorsnik is dead: ARD announces the unexpected death of Klaus Otto Nagorsnik. The librarian became famous through the format "Gefragt - ...
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Quick Glance: Klaus Otto Nagorsnik from 'Gefragt – Gejagt' Passes Away
- Klaus Otto Nagorsnik, known as a 'Hunter' from the ARD show 'Gefragt – Gejagt', has passed away unexpectedly.
- The network and colleagues expressed sorrow over the loss and praised Nagorsnik for his presence on the quiz show.
- The upcoming episodes of the new season featuring Nagorsnik will be aired in his memory.
- Nagorsnik worked as a librarian and won numerous titles in quiz championships as a passionate quiz player.
Who owns Immanuel Kant?: Putin's prey philosopher: Russia's ruler calls Kant his favorite philosopher. Chancellor Scholz replies: Anyone who wages a ...
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Quick Glance: Putinism and Kant's Legacy: Russia's Interpretive Battle
- Chancellor Scholz counters Putin's appropriation of Kant as his favorite philosopher.
- Governor Alichanow of Kaliningrad declares Kant as a 'Russian trophy' in the cognitive war.
- The revision of Kant's legacy by Putin supporters demonstrates ideological clarity.
- Scholz emphasizes Kant's thoughts on Eternal Peace regarding the situation in Ukraine.
Galeria closes 16 of its 92 department stores: Of the approximately 12,800 people the company employs, 11,400 are expected to keep their jobs ...
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Ratings collapse for the successful series “Charité”: Why the audience looks the other way
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630 real estate companies already went bankrupt in 2024: "There is still no end in sight"
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Next bankruptcy: grocer and Rewe supplier is insolvent: The insolvency wave rolls on: dried fruit marketer Lemberona is facing financial challenges and has ...
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The onset of winter ends - good prospects for May 1: The weather situation is changing in Germany and the onset of winter will end this week ...
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Traffic light coalition on the verge of failure: snooty unrecognizability: The Chancellor has disappointed so far. He should finally show leadership.
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Sharp criticism from London: Wallace calls Scholz “the wrong man in the wrong place”
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Scholz: Wallace Calls for Delivery of Taurus Missiles
- Former British Defense Minister Wallace criticizes Chancellor Scholz for weak leadership and lack of communication regarding Ukraine.
- He calls for the delivery of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of clear communication and determination in dealing with Russia.
- Wallace warns against freezing the conflict in Ukraine and mentions the possibility of NATO membership as a countermeasure.
- He stresses the need for adequate security guarantees to prevent Russia from rearming and launching another attack.
Cannabis and abortion: The traffic light makes the same mistake again: Not allowed, but tolerated: This is how cannabis use and abortion have worked well in this ...
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Energy crisis: Were the Greens really deceptive about the nuclear phase-out?: Previously unknown files from economic and the Environment Ministry show how ...
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Case in Mannheim: Machete in hand - police shoot man in university library: Police officers have killed a 31-year-old man who was allegedly on the rampage in the ...
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Quick Glance: Police Shoot Man with Machete in Library
- A 31-year-old man who entered the library of the University of Mannheim with a machete was shot by the police and later died in the hospital.
- Before the officers arrived, the man had been aggressive towards a staff member and had a previous ban from the library due to his negative behavior.
- The State Criminal Police Office and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the use of firearms and the motive of the man, who had previous encounters with the police.
- There was no danger to other library visitors, and students were present when the incident occurred.
Cashless payment: Finally introduce compulsory card devices! - Comment: Money is often only moved digitally, without the need for bills and coins ...
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Quick Glance: Card Terminal Requirement: Advocating for Cashless Payment - Commentary
- Card terminals for EC and credit cards are still missing in many stores.
- Advocating for the development towards cashless payment to bring stubborn cash users to reason.
- A nationwide card terminal requirement for merchants is proposed as a solution to offer all payment options.
- The benefits of card payment are emphasized, and laziness and fear of technology are cited as reasons for refusal.
Trial against Brokstedt train bomber: “They talk to me about the heating”: Ibrahim A. killed two people on a regional express. Was he guilty at the time of the ...
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Espionage affair: China rejects accusations from Germany as pure invention: Beijing doesn't want to let the espionage accusations slide and is stepping up the ...
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Annalena Baerbock does a lot of things wrong, but it could have been worse: The Green chief diplomat is more ridiculed than respected internationally ...
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Cum-Ex procedure: The latest developments: According to estimates, cum-ex stock transactions have cost the tax authorities in Germany at least ten billion euros ...
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ntv reporter in Bremervörde: "Police believe Arian is still alive": Day four of the search for the missing Arian begins in Bremervörde. Emergency services are ...
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After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation
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Environmental pollution: 56 large corporations are responsible for half of the world's plastic waste
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Pension increase: This is how much more money pensioners will receive from July 2024 | table
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Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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Middle East: UNRWA report ignores the core of the problem: Hardly surprisingly, a commission of experts has partially exonerated the Palestine Relief and Works ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
"Rwanda model" for Germany too? What a fatal mistake: Great Britain wants to fly refugees to Rwanda. Under no circumstances should Germany take this as an ...
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Dispute over tweet: University turns case of fired lecturer into examination task
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Ingrid Robeyns: "Nobody earns more than 10 million euros - not even a saint": How much is too much money? So far, hardly anyone has wanted to answer the question ...
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Germany norovirus: Eight hundred fall sick at Stuttgart spring festival: They are thought to have caught the norovirus at a festival marquee in Stuttgart last ...
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The world thinker Immanuel Kant from Königsberg: The philosopher Immanuel Kant summed up the German Enlightenment with the slogan: “Have the courage to use your ...
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Luxury life of the Russian elite: arrest of deputy minister: The arrest of the deputy defense minister shines a spotlight on the excessive lifestyle and ...
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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume: "Electric cars are now technically superior": Sales of electric cars are currently slow in Germany. Nevertheless ...
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Hape Kerkeling promises Horst Schlämmer's comeback: "Back and forth, back and forth - it has to happen again"
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Attack on Germany: Putin's evil web weapons: Fake news and bots: Kremlin boss Vladimir Putin is trying to incite and unsettle German citizens with lies.
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Authorities suspect rabies: Wolf runs after cyclist on country road: Drivers make a disturbing observation on a country road in Romania: a wolf is walking on the ...
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Italian television: RAI entangled in scandals | NZZ: Accusations of censorship, departures, poor ratings: What's going on at RAI, Italy's public broadcaster?
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Quick Glance: RAI Italian broadcaster to strike against government influence Meloni
- Journalists at RAI plan to strike against government control.
- Criticism of attempts to turn RAI into a government mouthpiece.
- Discussion flares up after cancellation of critical talk show appearance.
- Doubts about the broadcaster's independence since Meloni's government took office.
"Bike Bus" revolutionizes the way children go to school in the USA: Every week, physical education teacher Sam Balto organizes a so-called "Bike Bus" with which ...
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Stage for Xavier Naidoo: Is Oliver Pocher now completely on the bike?: Since his separation from his wife Amira, Oliver Pocher has been traveling around the ...
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Scholz: Don't talk Germany down as a business location: Chancellor Scholz defended the economic policy of the traffic light at the opening of the Hanover Trade ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz: Strengthening Germany's Economic Position
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz rebuts criticism from BDI President Russwurm and emphasizes the importance of strengthening Germany's economic position.
- Scholz acknowledges the challenges of the past years but notes positive developments such as decreasing interest rates and energy prices, as well as measures to reduce bureaucracy.
- The Hannover Messe is seen as an opportunity for new impulses in the energy transition and for enhancing the competitiveness of the German industry, with a focus on artificial intelligence and innovations.
- IG Metall warns of deindustrialization and calls for investments to alleviate companies, while the Hannover Messe showcases over 4,000 companies presenting solutions for a sustainable industry.
Loss of purchasing power for citizens' allowance recipients: 25% more from the state - and less in their pockets in the end
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Frank-Walter Steinmeier: the Federal President gets tangled up in the "we" feeling
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Quick Glance: Steinmeier and the Concept of 'We' Feeling
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier urges Germans to engage more with democratic institutions.
- He emphasizes the importance of community while deliberately excluding parts of the population.
- Steinmeier highlights the strength that arises from community and stresses the importance of engagement and historical awareness.
- He underscores the need to adapt to the challenges of transformation and calls for global changes for a new energy basis.
Defense Companies Are Luring Germany’s Struggling Autoworkers
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Consequences of climate change: Parasitic fungi are killing Germany's trees: 90 billion trees grow in Germany's forests. But most of them are doing poorly ...
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Pistorius on Maischberger: USA delivers weapons quickly, Germany stonewalls on Taurus
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Espionage in Germany: What China and Russia are spying on NZZ accent: After three arrests within a few days, it becomes clear that Germany is not only the focus ...
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German school barometer: Teachers observe violence among pupils: A representative survey of teachers reveals alarming findings. One in two teachers has already ...
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Social worker: "30 hours a week is my personal upper limit": Ariane, 38, is a social worker and has a stressful job. Although she earns well compared to her ...
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The economy is stumbling - but Chancellor Olaf Scholz doesn't want to know: German companies complain about high production costs and rampant bureaucracy ...
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Tom and Bill Kaulitz: Tokio Hotel stars confirm exit from "The Voice": In 2023, Tom and Bill Kaulitz appeared as judges on "The Voice of Germany". However ...
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Debate on values and integration: Central Council of Muslims also criticizes new wording in the CDU platform
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Quick Glance: CDU and Islam: Merzians vs. Merkel
- The CDU distances itself from the Islam statement of the Merkel era in the new basic program.
- The revised version faces criticism from the Central Council of Muslims and within the drafting committee.
- There is heated debate over the changes, especially regarding rejections at the German external border.
- The conflict over migration policy divides the party between Merkel supporters and Merz supporters.
Did the boy run 16 kilometers?: Parents: Arian wants to experience a “big adventure”
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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume: "Electric cars are now technically superior": Sales of electric cars are currently slow in Germany. Nevertheless ...
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Quick Glance: VW: Union Leader Halts Plans for Budget E-Car
- VW and Renault face setbacks in their budget E-car project due to concerns raised by union leader Daniella Cavallo.
- The collaboration aims for an E-car priced under 20,000 euros, manufactured in Renault factories.
- Disagreements arise over the production site, with the union proposing alternative locations.
- Various scenarios are being considered before a final decision is made.
Woke University: How the President of the TU Berlin is turning her university inside out
nzz.ch/international/woke-universitaet-wie-die-praesidentin-der-tu-berlin-ihre-uni-auf-links-dreht-ld.1826519
Right-wing extremist Tommy Frenck is allowed to run for district administrator: The 37-year-old Tommy Frenck has already been mentioned by name in several ...
n-tv.de/politik/Rechtsextremist-Tommy-Frenck-darf-als-Landrat-kandidieren-article24896093.html
Coral bleaching: Congratulations, world, on the fourth global coral bleaching event!
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Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Despite US aid: Scholz reaffirms Taurus rejection: The Ukrainians absolutely want the Taurus cruise missile from Germany. But the Chancellor reiterates his no to ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Reaffirms Taurus Rejection Despite US Aid
- Ukraine seeks Taurus missiles from Germany, but Chancellor Scholz reiterates rejection. Discussions are ongoing about alternative weapons for defense against Russia.
- Despite US aid to Ukraine with ATACMS missiles, Scholz maintains his refusal of Taurus. Germany and the UK emphasize their role as key weapons suppliers to Ukraine.
- The US Congress approved $61 billion in Ukraine aid, potentially enabling the delivery of ATACMS missiles with a range of 300 km. Discussions are underway about new types of weapons.
- Germany and the UK are jointly planning the development of a remote-controlled howitzer for ground operations. Scholz sticks to his rejection of Taurus delivery despite the US decision.
SPD does not want to nominate Scholz as candidate for chancellor until summer 2025
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Quick Glance: SPD Plans to Officially Nominate Scholz as Chancellor Candidate in Summer 2025
- The SPD has decided to announce its Chancellor candidate in the summer of 2025 to prioritize work over campaigning.
- The CDU and CSU anticipate an internal struggle over the Chancellor candidacy. Merz emphasized humility and respect towards this position.
- Wüst is considered a potential Chancellor candidate for the Union and highlights the importance of decision-making by state chairmen and prime ministers.
- According to Kühnert, the SPD is always ready for campaigning but warns against coalition campaigning, emphasizing the party's independence.
Dispute over the culture of remembrance: “Many people who make anti-Semitic or racist comments today are the grandchildren of perpetrators and followers”
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China espionage | After the AfD scandal: This is how Germany allowed spies: There is great excitement in Germany after several suspected Chinese espionage cases ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/id_100393684/china-spionage-nach-afd-skandal-so-liess-deutschland-spione-gewaehren.html
When billionaire children inherit: What money does to the psyche: More and more billionaires did not earn their money, but inherited it. The children of the ...
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Bachelorette: Stella Stegmann is the first bisexual Bachelorette: Stella Stegmann likes men and women - and as a bachelorette in the new season ...
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Survey: SPD continues to lose ground: The federal government's parties are continuing to lose ground among voters. The edges, on the other hand, benefit.
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/innenpolitik/id_100390148/umfrage-spd-verliert-weiter-an-boden.html
Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
German far-right AfD staffer arrested on China spy charges: Police in Germany have arrested a staff member of the German far-right Alternative for Germany party ...
dw.com/en/german-far-right-afd-staffer-arrested-on-china-spy-charges/a-68894735
Quick Glance: German Far-Right MEP's Aide Arrested for Alleged Chinese Espionage
- The individual named Jian G. stands accused of sharing information about negotiations at the European Parliament with a Chinese intelligence service and spying on Chinese opposition figures in Germany, according to federal prosecutors.
- Jian Guo is listed as an accredited assistant to MEP Maximilian Krah, the far-right AfD party's lead candidate for the upcoming EU-wide elections on the European Parliament's website.
- The suspect was apprehended in Dresden on Monday and authorities conducted searches at his residences.
- Expressing concern, the AfD addressed the allegations.
German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Ukraine updates: Germany's Scholz welcomes US aid package: Germany's chancellor said the decision by US lawmakers to approve more foreign aid for Ukraine ...
dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-germanys-scholz-welcomes-us-aid-package/live-68881394
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Youth study: Young people are falling for the AfD en masse: Frustrated, frightened, radicalized: Are Germany's young people on the brink?
t-online.de/nachrichten/tagesanbruch/id_100392456/jugendstudie-jugendliche-gehen-massenhaft-der-afd-auf-den-leim.html
After software repair: “Voyager 1” probe reports for duty: The “Voyager 1” space probe is sending information to Earth again - after five months of silence.
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Quick Glance: Voyager 1 Sends Usable Data to Earth Again
- Launched in 1977, Voyager 1's mission is to explore interstellar space.
- After sending unreadable data for months, a fix was found for the issue.
- Experts repaired a faulty chip in the Flight Data Subsystem to resume sending readable data.
- The mission remains iconic, but the battery's longevity is uncertain as the probe continues its journey through the Milky Way.
Scholz and Sunak agree on closer arms cooperation: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was received with military honors at the German Chancellery on Wednesday ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/24/scholz-und-sunak-vereinbaren-engere-rustungszusammenarbeit
European Football Championship: Scholz informs himself about the drone threat: The Chancellor obtains information about the fight against drones from the Federal ...
nzz.ch/international/fussball-europameisterschaft-scholz-informiert-sich-ueber-drohnen-bedrohung-ld.1828030
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