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New Federal Government Cuts Commissioners - | But Not for Animal Welfare: Federal Animal Welfare Commissioner Ariane Kari has survived the first wave of cuts ...
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OpinionReconstruction of the Carola Bridge: Committee votes for four lanes: Late on Monday evening, there is a vote for the decisive city council meeting ...
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Reconstruction of the Carola Bridge: Committee votes for four lanes
Saxony-Anhalt: Haseloff considers emigrating because of the AfD: State elections in Saxony-Anhalt are 15 months away, and the CDU Minister President is already ...
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Saxony-Anhalt: Haseloff considers emigrating because of the AfD
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Haseloff Considers Leaving if AfD Gains Power
The 2026 state election is crucial for Saxony-Anhalt, with Haseloff threatening to leave if the AfD joins the government.
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  • Reiner Haseloff refuses to live under a state government that includes the AfD, calling such a scenario unbearable.

  • He highlights that AfD’s rise to power would be a fundamental challenge for both himself and his family.

  • The upcoming state election on September 6, 2026, is described by Haseloff as a vital decision for Saxony-Anhalt’s future.

  • Currently, a coalition of CDU, SPD, and FDP governs, while the AfD holds the second-largest faction and is classified as far-right.
  • If the AfD came to power, then for me it would really be a fundamental consideration whether I would leave my homeland after 72 years.
    Reiner Haseloff, Minister President of Saxony-Anhalt, expresses his concerns about a potential AfD government in an interview with 'Bild' newspaper.
G7 summit: Merz contradicts Trump on the subject of Putin: German Chancellor Merz warns against an escalation between Israel and Iran at the start of the G7 ...
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G7 summit: Merz contradicts Trump on the subject of Putin
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Mask Procurement Fiasco Causes Billion-Euro Loss
Former Health Minister Spahn is accused of structural failure after ordering masks worth €5.9 billion, with large-scale wastage.
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  • Investigator Margaretha Sudhof condemns the health ministry’s unilateral mask procurement approach during the pandemic under Spahn’s leadership.

  • Ignoring expert advice led to an estimated €2.3 billion financial damage linked to the mask orders.

  • Masks purchased at inflated prices were mostly destroyed due to quality defects, costing taxpayers billions.

  • Spahn justifies his actions citing urgent needs and calls for prompt report publication and a parliamentary inquiry.
  • For me personally, it would currently be easier if the report were public.
    Jens Spahn comments on the publication of the Sudhof report.
Sanctions: EU Commission wants to ban Russian gas imports completely: The EU has effectively cut off supply routes for coal and oil. However ...
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Sanctions: EU Commission wants to ban Russian gas imports completely
Germany ticket: dispute over funding - Thuringia fears "death blow": The Deutschlandticket is to be continued beyond the end of the year. But how exactly are the ...
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Germany ticket: dispute over funding - Thuringia fears
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Funding Conflict Threatens Germany’s Transit Ticket
With 13 million users, the ticket’s financing after 2025 is uncertain amid ongoing disputes between federal and state governments.
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  • Approximately 13 million people use the Germany-wide ticket for local and regional public transport.

  • Currently, federal and state governments jointly provide 3 billion euros annually, secured only through 2025.

  • Funding beyond 2025 remains unresolved, creating uncertainty about covering increased costs.

  • A ministerial meeting in June 2025 aims to agree on pricing and a clear funding framework.
  • It is important that we get a clear financing framework and planning security for the Deutschlandticket.
    — NRW Minister of Transport Oliver Krischer (Green Party) spoke about the need for a clear financing framework for the Deutschlandticket.
Chancellor shows a completely new side: That's why Merz is the new surprise star in the social media sky
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Chancellor shows a completely new side: That's why Merz is the new ...
Integration Commissioner Pawlik criticizes planned end to family reunification: The CDU/CSU and SPD want to suspend family reunification for certain refugees for ...
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Integration Commissioner Pawlik criticizes planned end to family ...
G7 summit in Canada: The challenges are called Donald Trump: The heads of state and government of the G7 are meeting in Canada. They are discussing the global ...
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G7 summit in Canada: The challenges are called Donald Trump
German government: Klingbeil ready to increase defense spending: Germany will spend "just two percent" of GDP on defense this year, according to the SPD finance ...
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German government: Klingbeil ready to increase defense spending
OpinionBerlin Senate abolishes 30 km/h speed limit: Thick air thanks to CDU: The Berlin Senate, made up of the CDU and SPD, wants to abolish the 30 km/h speed limit on ...
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Berlin Senate abolishes 30 km/h speed limit: Thick air thanks to CDU
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Berlin Expands Nighttime 30 km/h Zones Amid Reviews
On June 17, Senator Bonde will present plans including 230 km of nighttime 30 km/h limits benefiting 180,000 residents.
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  • The Senate intends to maintain 30 km/h limits on seven main roads spanning 5.5 km to meet air quality standards.

  • Initially, 34 sections totaling 19 km were to lose 30 km/h restrictions, but nine remain due to safety and noise concerns.

  • A recent traffic regulation allows school-heavy routes to justify 30 km/h zones, prompting further individual assessments.

  • The new noise action plan introduces 230 km of nighttime 30 km/h limits, reducing noise by 2–3 decibels and aiding 180,000 people.
  • Instead of reducing the 30 km/h speed limits on main roads, we need more enforcement to ensure that the 30 km/h limit is adhered to.
    Gabi Jung, managing director of the Berlin state association of the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation (BUND), expressed concern about the reduction of 30 km/h regulations.
Union wants to prepare for return to compulsory military service: "It won't happen overnight" - Union parliamentary group leader Spahn calls for preparations to ...
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Union wants to prepare for return to compulsory military service
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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.
Key FactsJun 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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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.
Warm air draws water from the soil - | This is why droughts are getting worse: Even if there continues to be normal rainfall year after year, the soil could ...
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Warm air draws water from the soil - | This is why droughts are getting ...
Russia wants to save its agricultural machinery industry with subsidies.: The agricultural machinery market in Russia is weakening. Domestic products ...
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Russia wants to save its agricultural machinery industry with subsidies.
20,000 ha deal: DAH Group goes to Australian: Once again, huge areas are going to an investor - | the Working Group for Rural Agriculture (AbL) is demanding ...
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20,000 ha deal: DAH Group goes to Australian
Conscription, debt and climate change: Dear CDU/CSU, what else do you want to burden young people with?
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Conscription, debt and climate change: Dear CDU/CSU, what else do you want ...
Union criticizes church asylum: “Only the rule of law decides on asylum”: The number of church asylum cases has risen significantly. According to a report ...
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Union criticizes church asylum: “Only the rule of law decides on asylum”
Extreme Heat Is the Biggest Threat to Insurers and Businesses: Deadly temperatures put great stress not just on human life but also on the economy ...
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Extreme Heat Is the Biggest Threat to Insurers and Businesses
Why the AfD is struggling with compulsory military service: The party could actually be pushing the government on the issue. But it is struggling with it itself ...
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Why the AfD is struggling with compulsory military service
Söder is alarmed! AfD shoots through the roof in Bavarian poll: Political bombshell in Bavaria: The AfD reaches a new record high in a Sunday poll ...
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Söder is alarmed! AfD shoots through the roof in Bavarian poll
OpinionArmin Laschet on the SPD debate: "You are allowed to express such opinions": CDU foreign policy expert Armin Laschet defends Israel's attack on Iran in an ...
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Armin Laschet on the SPD debate:
Reiche opposes “retirement at 63” - the SPD reacts immediately: The OECD advises Germany to abolish early retirement. The Federal Minister of Economics agrees ...
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Reiche opposes “retirement at 63” - the SPD reacts immediately
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Pension Reform Debate and Incentives for Longer Work
Pension expenses may double by 2045; a new tax-free pension scheme starts January 2026 to encourage extended employment.
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  • The OECD advises ending early retirement, a position supported by Economy Minister Reiche.

  • Nearly half of baby boomers retired early, increasing financial pressure on pension funds.

  • The SPD opposes abolishing the retirement at 63, citing the challenges of physically demanding jobs.

  • From 2026, an active pension scheme will allow tax-free monthly earnings of up to 2000 euros.
  • Especially for these high-performing individuals, the proposal from Ms. Reiche would be a reduction in pensions and therefore profoundly unfair.
    Dagmar Schmidt, SPD Deputy Chair and expert on labor and social affairs, comments on the pension at 63 and Katherina Reiche's proposals.
Lauterbach loses privilege: no more table tennis in the ministry basement: Karl Lauterbach is no longer allowed to play table tennis in the ministry basement ...
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Lauterbach loses privilege: no more table tennis in the ministry basement
Iron Dome for Berlin: Kai Wegner speaks of an “increased threat situation”: A defense system based on the Israeli model for the German capital is currently being ...
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Iron Dome for Berlin: Kai Wegner speaks of an “increased threat situation”
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Berlin Considers Advanced Air Defense System
Mayor Wegner cites rising threats; Israeli Iron Dome system proposed to protect Berlin from missile attacks.
Key FactsJun 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Berlin faces an increased security threat according to Mayor Kai Wegner amid global tensions.

  • The CDU faction suggests adopting a missile defense system modeled after Israel's Iron Dome for the city.

  • Enhancing air defense over Berlin and Germany aims to ensure maximum protection for residents.

  • Israel's Iron Dome, active since 2011, reportedly achieves a 90% interception success rate.
  • We must invest in the protection and security of Berliners in light of Russian aggression.
    Dirk Stettner, CDU parliamentary group leader, comments on the need for a missile defense system for Berlin.
OpinionBlack-Red cuts: Don't save on important commissioners: Criticism of the commissioner system is misguided: There are posts that the state can certainly afford to ...
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Black-Red cuts: Don't save on important commissioners
Operation “Rising Lion”: “Nobody consults the Europeans or informs them in time”: After Israel's major attack on Iran, Brussels is trying to de-escalate ...
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Operation “Rising Lion”: “Nobody consults the Europeans or informs them in ...
Prominent name: Why Franz-Josef Strauß is leaving the CSU: A namesake of the CSU patriarch is turning his back on the party. FJS had already congratulated him on ...
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Prominent name: Why Franz-Josef Strauß is leaving the CSU
EU budget: Brussels needs more money, Germany says no: The EU is faced with growing demands and limited financial resources. Germany emphasizes that an increase ...
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EU budget: Brussels needs more money, Germany says no
OpinionDebate about conscription: Do your duty: Many are loudly calling for the reinstatement of conscription. Our author says no one should be forced to shoot other ...
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Debate about conscription: Do your duty
SPD General Secretary Limbacher accuses CDU of nagging: Following the sharp criticism of the SPD's single-party government by CDU state leader Toscani ...
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SPD General Secretary Limbacher accuses CDU of nagging
Animal rights activists in court - | Slaughterhouse demands 98,000 euros: Animal rights activists illegally broke into a slaughterhouse and secretly took video ...
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Animal rights activists in court - | Slaughterhouse demands 98,000 euros
Closed season for Klingbeil: An eloquent silence reigns in the German government forest.
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Closed season for Klingbeil: An eloquent silence reigns in the German ...
Latest poll: This party is among the winners for the first time: What are the winners and losers in politics? A survey shows astonishing results and gives an ...
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Latest poll: This party is among the winners for the first time
Federal Council approves night hunting and fixed night sights: The Federal Council has given the green light for the extended use of night scopes ...
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Federal Council approves night hunting and fixed night sights
Amazone InsectGuard demonstrably protects more insects: The InsectGuard insect repellent device, mounted on the Profihopper self-propelled mower in front of the ...
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Amazone InsectGuard demonstrably protects more insects
Despite the expansion of cycle paths, there is hardly any more cycle traffic in Hamburg
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Despite the expansion of cycle paths, there is hardly any more cycle ...
Saarland CDU leader Stephan Toscani got married at the weekend.: The opposition leader in the Saarland state parliament, Stephan Toscani, got married at the ...
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Saarland CDU leader Stephan Toscani got married at the weekend.
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 ...
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
Kai Wegner and Ute Bonde - are these Berlin CDU politicians overturning the Deutschlandticket?
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Kai Wegner and Ute Bonde - are these Berlin CDU politicians overturning ...
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Berlin Questions Funding for Nationwide Transit Ticket
Berlin currently pays €145 million yearly, but future financing of the nationwide transit ticket after 2025 remains uncertain.
Key FactsJun 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Berlin's government is reconsidering funding for the nationwide transit ticket despite a coalition agreement guaranteeing its continuation until 2025.

  • The federal government aims to reduce its share of costs, prompting ongoing negotiations with states about future financing arrangements.

  • Berlin's mayor Kai Wegner and transport senator Ute Bonde express doubts about the city's ability to maintain funding without increased federal support.

  • The Berlin SPD highlights the ticket's benefits and calls for a sustainable funding solution to secure its existence beyond 2029.
  • The Deutschlandticket has been passed on to the states by the federal government. Therefore, the federal government must contribute appropriately.
    Ute Bonde, Senator for Transport, in an interview with the Berliner Zeitung.
After car attack on sidewalk in Passau: CSU calls for more protection: The car attack on Grünaustrasse in Passau reinforces the CSU city council's already ...
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After car attack on sidewalk in Passau: CSU calls for more protection
Border procedures under criticism: Justice Minister Hubig demands a "quick" explanation from Dobrindt for the rejection of asylum seekers
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Border procedures under criticism: Justice Minister Hubig demands a ...
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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.
AfD trend slowed: Merz scores points in new poll: The AfD is losing ground, while Merz increases his lead. This should not only bring relief to the chancellor's ...
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AfD trend slowed: Merz scores points in new poll
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Merz Gains Support as AfD Declines in June Poll
A June 2025 survey reveals Merz’s approval at 36%, Union leads with 27%, AfD drops to 23%, and SPD holds 16% support.
Key FactsJun 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Friedrich Merz’s satisfaction rating increased by 13 points to 36 percent according to a recent Insa poll.

  • Approval for the black-red coalition rose to 37 percent, indicating growing public support.

  • The Union leads the party rankings at 27 percent while the AfD falls to 23 percent, seemingly deciding the close race.

  • Other parties like SPD and Left lost one point each, whereas the Greens gained slightly.
  • More than a third of voters are satisfied with Friedrich Merz as Chancellor.
    — This is shown by a survey conducted by the polling institute Insa for Bild am Sonntag.
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.
Key FactsJun 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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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.
Chancellor: Government agrees: Merz rejects demands from SPD "manifesto" on Russia
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Chancellor: Government agrees: Merz rejects demands from SPD
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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.
Admission ban for Afghans? Merz's course is faltering: Chancellor Friedrich Merz's plan to halt the federal admission program for Afghanistan is faltering ...
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Admission ban for Afghans? Merz's course is faltering
Sudhof report on mask deals: Karl Lauterbach wants to publish secret paper: A special investigator has scrutinized the expensive mask purchases ...
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Sudhof report on mask deals: Karl Lauterbach wants to publish secret paper
Claas announces short-time work: 1,000 employees affected: The agricultural machinery manufacturer Claas has once again announced short-time work ...
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Claas announces short-time work: 1,000 employees affected
3.5 billion euros for mask scam? Black-Red covers up report about Spahn: Did Jens Spahn provide a contractor with close ties to the CDU/CSU from his own ...
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3.5 billion euros for mask scam? Black-Red covers up report about Spahn
Russia policy: dispute over SPD “manifesto” becomes a burden for the coalition: ‘Outrageous’, “danger to our security”: the SPD's call for a change of course ...
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Russia policy: dispute over SPD “manifesto” becomes a burden for the ...
Trouble in the CDU/CSU: For Chancellor Merz, the SPD manifesto is a disaster: With their paper, the SPD members around Mützenich and Stegner are not only ...
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Trouble in the CDU/CSU: For Chancellor Merz, the SPD manifesto is a ...
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
Martin Buber. A life for dialog: The Jewish religious philosopher Martin Buber had to flee from the National Socialists. He was later honored with numerous ...
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Martin Buber. A life for dialog
Corona: This is how dangerous the mask affair can be for Jens Spahn: The investigation by a special investigator into corona masks is putting former health ...
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Corona: This is how dangerous the mask affair can be for Jens Spahn
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Spahn Defends Mask Procurement During Pandemic
Spahn cites urgent shortages in 2020, admits no bidding for logistics firm, and anticipates public report release on mask deals.
Key FactsJun 10 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Spahn justified costly mask purchases as necessary due to urgent shortages and lack of alternatives during the pandemic.

  • He admitted awarding logistics contracts to the Fiege company from his home region without a competitive tender.

  • The politician referenced a special investigator’s report on mask procurement that has been known for several years.

  • Spahn expects the health ministry to publish the report transparently and criticized the procurement method in hindsight.
  • In an emergency, having is more important than needing. It was a century crisis and an exceptional situation. Everything was lacking. Everything was scarce.
    Jens Spahn justifies his actions regarding the mask deals during the Corona pandemic.
Trier mayor wanted: Who will replace Elvira Garbes?: Trier is looking for a new mayor. Why the signs are pointing negative, but the office apparently will not be ...
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Trier mayor wanted: Who will replace Elvira Garbes?
Free speech in the state parliament: Haseloff with harsh words against the right-wing extremist AfD in Saxony-Anhalt
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Free speech in the state parliament: Haseloff with harsh words against the ...
Berlin's CDU wants an Iron Dome for the capital: The Iron Dome missile defense system fires an interceptor missile after rockets were fired from the Gaza ...
morgenpost.de/berlin/article409240788/berlins-cdu-will-einen-iron-dome-fuer-die-hauptstadt.html
Berlin's CDU wants an Iron Dome for the capital
CDU politician Volkmann raises accusations against “Tagesschau”: CDU politician Johannes Volkmann accuses “Tagesschau” of one-sided reporting on Christian ...
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CDU politician Volkmann raises accusations against “Tagesschau”
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Debate Over Faith Expression in Football Coverage
CDU politician Volkmann files complaint against Tagesschau for biased coverage of Christian faith in football aired in May 2025.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Johannes Volkmann accuses Tagesschau of portraying Christian expressions in professional football negatively, disregarding believers' convictions.

  • The May 2025 Tagesschau video warns of potential missionary activities by evangelical players influencing youth with conservative views.

  • Volkmann stresses that public broadcasters must maintain religious neutrality and criticizes the lack of balanced reporting.

  • He calls on the NDR broadcasting council to amend or withdraw the report, highlighting inconsistent treatment compared to Islamist-related coverage.
  • If a public broadcaster deliberately assigns a negative value judgment to Christian confessions while disregarding principles of journalistic objectivity or balance, the line to one-sided worldview communication is crossed.
    Johannes Volkmann in his complaint to the NDR Broadcasting Council.
Israel attacks Iran: How is Germany reacting?: Israel attacks Iran, which retaliates with retaliatory strikes. Meanwhile, fears of a conflagration in the Middle ...
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Israel attacks Iran: How is Germany reacting?
Social media ban: Daniel Günther's initiative draws criticism: Ban on Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok for under-16s: Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President ...
ndr.de/nachrichten/schleswig-holstein/Social-Media-Verbot-Daniel-Guenther-sorgt-mit-Vorstoss-fuer-Kritik,guenther1850.html
Social media ban: Daniel Günther's initiative draws criticism
Farmer confirms: Vaccinated against boar taint is more marketable: agrarheute.com - | THE news portal for agriculture! Top news on plants, animals ...
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Farmer confirms: Vaccinated against boar taint is more marketable
Angela Merkel in Schwerin: Huge demand for tickets: Former Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) is returning to her political home for one evening ...
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Angela Merkel in Schwerin: Huge demand for tickets
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
Syrians fight each other in Schwerin: "Migration crisis is a crime crisis": The CDU is complaining about serious mistakes in migration policy after the outbreak ...
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Syrians fight each other in Schwerin:
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
New Insa poll: AfD with worst score in months, CDU improves: According to a recent poll, the CDU/CSU can increase its lead over the AfD. Other parties can also ...
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New Insa poll: AfD with worst score in months, CDU improves
OpinionJens Spahn's mask procurement: governing coalition refuses to hold special meetings
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Jens Spahn's mask procurement: governing coalition refuses to hold special ...