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Krombacher and Veltins announce beer price increase: Two of Germany's largest breweries are raising beer prices in October. The industry is now eagerly ...
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Krombacher and Veltins announce beer price increase
Embezzlement at the State Office for Nature Conservation: We have too few controls
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Embezzlement at the State Office for Nature Conservation: We have too few ...
Lower Saxony State Office for Nature Conservation: Serious Allegation of Embezzlement
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Lower Saxony State Office for Nature Conservation: Serious Allegation of ...
Andrea Kiewel to be replaced on "ZDF-Fernsehgarten": Change at "ZDF-Fernsehgarten": Andrea Kiewel drops out as presenter. She will not be able to travel to ...
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Host Change for ZDF Fernsehgarten Amid Middle East Conflict
Andrea Kiewel cannot attend the 25th anniversary show on June 15 due to airspace closure over Israel.
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  • Andrea Kiewel has hosted the ZDF Fernsehgarten for 25 years and was set to celebrate her anniversary on June 15.

  • Israel's airspace closure amid attacks on Iran prevents Kiewel from traveling to Germany for the show.

  • Joachim Llambi will co-host alongside Lutz van der Horst, who steps in for Kiewel at short notice.

  • The event will still feature performances from artists including Katja Ebstein and Marianne Rosenberg.
Lufthansa CEO Spohr: "We are gradually phasing out domestic flights in Germany": In 2025, for the first time, more Lufthansa aircraft will be stationed at ...
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Lufthansa CEO Spohr:
Compulsory military service: Spahn calls for preparation for possible return: Union parliamentary group leader Jens Spahn calls for structures in the Bundeswehr ...
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Compulsory military service: Spahn calls for preparation for possible ...
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Union Prepares Military for Possible Conscription Return
Up to 60,000 additional soldiers may join the Bundeswehr; legislation is being drafted to enable this shift.
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  • Jens Spahn advocates establishing Bundeswehr structures to allow a swift reintroduction of conscription.

  • Defense Minister Pistorius proposes a two-step model starting with voluntary service and reserving conscription as backup.

  • The SPD remains divided, emphasizing voluntary service and improvements in military infrastructure.

  • The Bundestag will have the final say on whether conscription is reinstated.
  • It should not be about being able to wage a large land war in Europe.
    Ralf Stegner (SPD) expressed his views on the goals of the conscription and warned against massive rearmament.
Everyone warned about this: an investor withdraws plans in this AfD stronghold - and moves to another city
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Everyone warned about this: an investor withdraws plans in this AfD ...
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Political Violence Shakes Minnesota Communities
Two Democratic politicians were killed and two others injured in early morning attacks; the suspect remains at large.
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  • Melissa Hortman, former Minnesota House Speaker, and her husband were fatally shot at their home in Brooklyn Park.

  • Governor Walz described the incident as targeted political violence, highlighting the need for peaceful dialogue.

  • Democratic Representative John Hoffman and his wife suffered serious injuries in a similar attack in Champlin.

  • The suspect, posing as a police officer and firing at law enforcement, is currently being pursued.
  • This was an act of targeted political violence.
    — Governor Tim Walz regarding the attack on Democratic politician Melissa Hortman and her husband.
Jens Spahn on the mask affair: "I have nothing to hide": Jens Spahn is in favor of publishing the report on the mask affair. He wants to take responsibility for ...
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Jens Spahn on the mask affair:
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Spahn's Stance on Mask Scandal and Report Release
Spahn supports publishing the Sudhof report and accepts responsibility for mask procurement during the early pandemic period.
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  • Jens Spahn advocates for making the Corona mask scandal report public, stressing his openness.

  • The special investigator Margaretha Sudhof's report reviews costly mask purchases at the pandemic's onset.

  • Spahn denies favoring a logistics firm from his home region, citing emergency decisions to bypass tenders.

  • The Greens and Left demand full disclosure, while Health Minister Nina Warken plans to share only partial findings.
  • I have nothing to hide
    Jens Spahn comments on the mask affair and advocates for the publication of the report.
OpinionIslamists don't need to be told about integration: Europe should listen when Muslim migrants openly say that they reject our society. In these special cases ...
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Islamists don't need to be told about integration
Weather warning in Germany: Half of Germany lights up in purple: First it gets hot, then it gets violent: the DWD warns of severe thunderstorms with gale-force ...
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Weather warning in Germany: Half of Germany lights up in purple
Weather forecast worries: Federal Office declares highest alert level in Germany - “Extreme danger”
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Weather forecast worries: Federal Office declares highest alert level in ...
Bamberg anchor center has only 700 residents - why is that?: The Bamberg Anchor Center is much less busy than it was a year ago. Most recently ...
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Bamberg anchor center has only 700 residents - why is that?
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OECD Urges Major Reforms to Boost German Economy
The OECD report calls for reforms by 2027 to improve competitiveness and address workforce shortages in Germany.
Key FactsJun 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • The OECD recommends eliminating tax incentives for early retirement and reforming spousal tax splitting.

  • High female part-time employment and social contributions reduce Germany’s work hours compared internationally.

  • Economy Minister Reiche announced significant pension and social system reforms to enhance competitiveness.

  • The OECD praised the coalition government’s response to the energy price crisis and growth of renewables.
  • We need to be more competitive
    — Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche after the meeting with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann.
Ralf Stegner: “Five percent for armaments, that's madness”: The SPD politician wants to continue the discussion about the SPD manifesto for peace ...
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Ralf Stegner: “Five percent for armaments, that's madness”
Union parliamentary group leader: Spahn calls for preparations for the return of compulsory military service
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Union parliamentary group leader: Spahn calls for preparations for the ...
OpinionNational Veterans Day: Does Germany love its armed forces again?: Is the country growing fond of its soldiers again? On Sunday, Germany honors veterans like Nick ...
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National Veterans Day: Does Germany love its armed forces again?
German minister reticent on arms for Israel after Iran strikes: There have been repeated calls from the Social Democrats, the junior partner in Germany’s new ...
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German minister reticent on arms for Israel after Iran strikes
Fear of Russian NATO attack - | "Take the threat seriously": Germans should stockpile supplies
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Fear of Russian NATO attack - |
New Carola Bridge: traffic researchers speak out against four lanes: 15 traffic researchers from all over Germany describe the plan to give the new Carola Bridge ...
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New Carola Bridge: traffic researchers speak out against four lanes
Half of Germans back Merz's 5% GDP defense pledge—but what about the rest? And how do EU allies feel about Germany's new stance? DW's Michaela Küfner and Nina ... Show more
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Economics Minister: Early retirement is a problem: Germany needs to catch up in terms of economic growth. The country has homework to do ...
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Economics Minister: Early retirement is a problem
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Extending Work Life to Combat Early Retirement
Minister Reiche urges pension and health reforms for stronger growth, aiming for significant GDP increase by 2030.
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  • Economy Minister Katherina Reiche identifies early retirement as a major issue requiring longer working periods.

  • The OECD advises reducing tax incentives for early retirement and encouraging older workers to remain employed.

  • Germany must implement structural reforms to substantially boost GDP in the coming years.

  • The coalition aims to introduce a pension package including expanded child-related benefits and incentives for post-retirement work.
  • If you ask me, there is no way around working longer.
    — Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche stated this in Berlin.
Open-air pool in Cologne: Horrendous prices for fries? Stall operator counters criticism.
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Open-air pool in Cologne: Horrendous prices for fries? Stall operator ...
Knifeman seriously injures three men: emergency operation: Three men were seriously injured in a stabbing in the station suburb of Bremen on Friday ...
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Knifeman seriously injures three men: emergency operation
Bill Kaulitz returns to his East German roots for “Vogue” sensation: Bill Kaulitz has made history: He is the first German man to pose alone on the cover of ...
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Bill Kaulitz returns to his East German roots for “Vogue” sensation
OpinionGermany shackled: Why the new government won't bring change: The black-red coalition has improved the mood in Germany. But how much substance do Merz and ...
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Germany shackled: Why the new government won't bring change
Heat: DWD warns in these regions: Some areas are expected to reach over 30 degrees at the weekend: The DWD is warning of heat in some regions ...
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Heat: DWD warns in these regions
Leaders of Germany, Britain and France hold call on Iran: Reports: The leaders of France, Britain and Germany are currently holding a phone call about the ...
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Leaders of Germany, Britain and France hold call on Iran: Reports
Federal Council approves night hunting and permanently mounted night vision devices
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Federal Council approves night hunting and permanently mounted night ...
Heat warning for Germany: Over 30 degrees quite normal in summer? Weather error cleared up
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Heat warning for Germany: Over 30 degrees quite normal in summer? Weather ...
Rental costs: German tenants are increasingly burdened by housing costs: Almost one in seven tenants in Germany spends more than half of their salary on rent ...
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Rental costs: German tenants are increasingly burdened by housing costs
Germany’s Merz says Netanyahu informed him of attack on Iran: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about Israel’s ...
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Germany’s Merz says Netanyahu informed him of attack on Iran
“Like an accolade”: Hammer DJ performs at one of Germany's biggest festivals: Julian Sokolowski started out at small parties at the age of 18. In 2025 ...
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“Like an accolade”: Hammer DJ performs at one of Germany's biggest ...
Why a farmer converted his entire agricultural transport logistics to trucks: Michael Kapell has converted his entire transport logistics to trucks in recent ...
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Why a farmer converted his entire agricultural transport logistics to ...
Investment booster: Federal states fear high tax losses: The planned tax relief for companies and farmers is meeting with resistance in the Bundesrat ...
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Investment booster: Federal states fear high tax losses
Accidents: Nine-year-old boy is hit by a car and seriously injured: A nine-year-old boy on a scooter was hit by a car in Delmenhorst and seriously injured ...
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Accidents: Nine-year-old boy is hit by a car and seriously injured
USDA confirms global record wheat harvest: In its June forecast, the USDA slightly raises the 2025/26 global wheat harvest to a record level of 808 ...
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USDA confirms global record wheat harvest
Heat warning in Wolfsburg: Saturday the thermometer will climb to 28 degrees: The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued an official heat warning. Accordingly ...
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Heat warning in Wolfsburg: Saturday the thermometer will climb to 28 ...
Two farmers convicted for spreading manure on snow-covered fields: Two farmers in the Swiss canton of Schwyz spread manure on their fields with remaining snow ...
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Two farmers convicted for spreading manure on snow-covered fields
Negligent bodily harm in Hanover: Prime Minister Lies reported after accident with cyclist
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Negligent bodily harm in Hanover: Prime Minister Lies reported after ...
Asparagus is Germany's most common vegetable - | But it grows even more here.
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Asparagus is Germany's most common vegetable - | But it grows even ...
Lüneburg's high rents: Second place in Lower Saxony rankings: In response to a request from the Left Party, the Federal Ministry of Housing presents a current ...
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Lüneburg's high rents: Second place in Lower Saxony rankings
Children on Farm Machinery: An Underestimated Danger: Maneuvering large machinery is an integral part of everyday life for many children on farms ...
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Children on Farm Machinery: An Underestimated Danger
Parkinson's disease has been recognized as an occupational disease by the SVLFG (Association of German Farmers' Associations)
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Parkinson's disease has been recognized as an occupational disease by ...
Collision at intersection: Tractor torn in half in accident - | Driver in critical condition
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Collision at intersection: Tractor torn in half in accident - | Driver in ...
Traps for tiger mosquitoes: How to prevent settlement: Tiger mosquitoes have spread worldwide. Specimens have also been spotted in Lower Saxony - | for example ...
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Traps for tiger mosquitoes: How to prevent settlement
Pistorius holds out the prospect of a further 1.9 billion euros in military aid in Kiev
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Pistorius holds out the prospect of a further 1.9 billion euros in ...
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Germany Pledges Billions More Military Aid to Ukraine
Boris Pistorius announced €1.9 billion in aid, potentially raising Germany’s total 2024 support for Ukraine to €9 billion.
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  • Defense Minister Boris Pistorius pledged an additional €1.9 billion in military aid during a visit to Kyiv.

  • The funds aim to finance long-range missiles and investments in Ukraine’s defense industry.

  • A three-year plan for delivering the Iris-T defense system was revealed, while Taurus cruise missiles remain excluded.

  • Russia has intensified drone and rocket attacks amidst ongoing international peace efforts.
  • I can say for Germany that we entered this year with support for Ukraine of four billion euros.
    Boris Pistorius at a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv.
Ukraine-Liveblog: ++ Pistorius: "New level of support" ++: German Defense Minister Pistorius has promised Ukraine billions in additional military aid ...
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Ukraine-Liveblog: ++ Pistorius:
Defense: Pistorius paves the way for a return to compulsory military service: The coalition is debating the new military service. Handelsblatt has details of the ...
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Defense: Pistorius paves the way for a return to compulsory military ...
French customers sue Tesla: “Musk's positions affect use of the car”: A group of French Tesla customers have sued the company owned by US billionaire Elon Musk ...
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French customers sue Tesla: “Musk's positions affect use of the car”
Sheep stolen and slaughtered in Berlin apartment: The third animal survived, thanks to police alerted by a neighbor.
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Sheep stolen and slaughtered in Berlin apartment
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Sheep Theft and Slaughter in Berlin Apartment
Three sheep stolen from Lichtenberg; two killed, one saved by police after neighbor alerted authorities in Köpenick.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Three sheep were stolen from a park in Berlin-Lichtenberg and carried into an apartment in Köpenick at night.

  • Two of the animals were slaughtered inside, while the third was found alive and rescued by police.

  • Authorities discovered bloodied knives and signs of animal abuse during the investigation.

  • A 41-year-old suspect faces charges related to animal cruelty and the killing of the sheep.
  • There were indications of mistreatment of the animals prior to their killing.
    — The police regarding the circumstances of the sheep's slaughter.
SPD manifesto: Chancellor Friedrich Merz now speaks out: SPD politicians are calling for a change of course in foreign policy. Chancellor Merz, on the other hand ...
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SPD manifesto: Chancellor Friedrich Merz now speaks out
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SPD Members Call for New Approach to Russia Policy
Two weeks before the party congress, SPD members spark intense debate with a peace manifesto challenging current military policies.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Several SPD politicians defend a manifesto that urges moving away from rearmament and increasing cooperation with Russia despite internal criticism.

  • Ralf Stegner stresses the need for both military aid to Ukraine and diplomatic talks with Russia, acknowledging that rearmament alone is ineffective.

  • The manifesto aims to stimulate broad discussion within the SPD and address consequences from recent election defeats.

  • Reactions within the party vary, with some endorsing the paper while others reject cooperation with Russia amid the ongoing conflict.
  • You cannot militarily defeat Russia.
    Ralf Stegner, Member of the Bundestag and foreign policy expert, defends the controversial manifesto on the joint morning magazine of ARD and ZDF.
OpinionIt is not the SPD manifesto that is dangerous, but the panic about the debate: The reactions to the manifesto of the SPD peace circles allow only one conclusion ...
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It is not the SPD manifesto that is dangerous, but the panic about the ...
Sat.1 star Ingo Lenßen does not defend racists: “All cases that come from the right-wing scene”
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Sat.1 star Ingo Lenßen does not defend racists: “All cases that come from ...
What Happens When a Bad-Tempered, Distractible Doofus Runs an Empire?: Miranda Carter draws comparisons between President Donald Trump and Kaiser Wilhelm II ...
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What Happens When a Bad-Tempered, Distractible Doofus Runs an Empire?
Weather models agree: The hot summer is coming - | there are outliers when it comes to the drought
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Weather models agree: The hot summer is coming - | there are outliers when ...
Covid-19 vaccine-maker BioNTech to acquire former rival CureVac: Both German companies have continued mRNA programs on so-called cancer vaccines.
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Covid-19 vaccine-maker BioNTech to acquire former rival CureVac
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Biontech Expands Through Curevac Acquisition
Biontech plans a $1.25B stock deal expected in 2025 to boost cancer immunotherapy development and unite mRNA expertise.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Biontech is acquiring Curevac for approximately $1.25 billion to accelerate innovative cancer therapy research.

  • The deal ends a long-standing rivalry peaked during the Covid-19 vaccine race between the two companies.

  • The transaction is structured as a stock swap, granting Curevac shareholders four to six percent ownership in Biontech.

  • Germany’s government views the acquisition favorably, highlighting the creation of a leading national biotech company.
  • We want to bring together complementary skills and technologies.
    Uğur Şahin, co-founder and CEO of Biontech, discusses the goals of the acquisition of Curevac.
"Prevent severe progression": Corona expert advises booster against NB.1.8.1: A new variant of the coronavirus is spreading in Germany: NB.1.8.1 ...
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Many well-educated migrants think about emigrating to: Why do people leave Germany again? A new study provides insights.
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Many well-educated migrants think about emigrating to