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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.
Nuclear power: Internal papers put Robert Habeck in need of explanation: According to a media report, specialists from the German Ministry of Energy are said to ...
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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.
"We don't want Rangnick!" - Bayern fans launch petition for Tuchel to stay: While those in charge at FC Bayern are convinced that Ralf Rangnick is a suitable ...
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Quick Glance: Rangnick confirms contact with Bayern: Potential collaboration discussed
- Austrian national coach Ralf Rangnick confirmed FC Bayern's interest in him and informed the ÖFB. His management initially chose not to comment on the speculations. Rangnick was mentioned as a favorite for the coaching position at Bayern but remained reserved until an official offer is made.
- The history of Bayern coaches shows a diverse story of tenures and successes. From Heynckes to Guardiola to Flick - each coach had their highs and lows at Bayern. Rangnick could be the next in line, as the idea of a possible collaboration with Bayern becomes more solidified.
- In addition to Rangnick, Roberto De Zerbi is also a candidate for the coaching position at Bayern. The coaching market offers a variety of options, including well-known names like Zinédine Zidane, Joachim Löw, and Hansi Flick. The decision on the new coach at FC Bayern is still pending.
- Rangnick emphasized that financial reasons do not influence his decision and he is focused on the opportunity to develop a team and be successful. Discussions with the ÖFB about his future are ongoing, while speculations about a collaboration with Bayern continue.
Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
State visit to Turkey: Steinmeier or the kebab of offense: The German President brought kebabs from Berlin to a reception in Turkey. The gesture was ...
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Quick Glance: Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Turkey: Political Meeting in Istanbul
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier acknowledges the contributions of guest workers in Istanbul.
- Steinmeier emphasizes the importance of the relationship between Germany and Turkey.
- The President sends political signals by meeting with the Mayor of Istanbul.
- Steinmeier plans critical discussions with Turkish President Erdogan.
Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States: The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law.
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Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
Gaza protests in the US are expanding: They are targeted and well organized: The student protests in the USA are expanding and are becoming increasingly better ...
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AfD stance on Russia and China: an alternative for autocrats?: The right-wing party likes to present itself as the only political force that represents the true ...
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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.
“Fat clamp” for ZDF presenter? - Til Schweiger pulls from the leather: “I despise Böhmermann and Pocher”
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Quick Glance: Til Schweiger criticizes Böhmermann and Pocher
- Til Schweiger expresses criticism towards Jan Böhmermann and Oliver Pocher in an interview.
- He refers to Böhmermann as the 'biggest emetic' and reveals violent fantasies against him.
- Schweiger also addresses accusations regarding his behavior on the set of 'Manta Manta: Zwoter Teil'.
- Nevertheless, Schweiger plans to release a new film titled 'Sandkastenkrieger'.
HUK survey: importance of the car increases, desire for e-cars decreases: Due to unfavorable mobility options, a third of Germans are driving less into the city ...
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Seizing Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for the reconstruction ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%: U.S. economic growth slowed in the first part of the year, falling short of economists’ expectations.
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Quick Glance: Disappointing Q1 Economic Growth and Implications
- The U.S. GDP grew at a rate of 1.6% in the first quarter, falling below expectations due to slower inventory replenishment and weak export growth.
- Despite the disappointing growth last quarter, this could potentially alter the views of Fed officials who were not keen on cutting rates following an upsurge in consumer prices.
- Some analysts believe that the weaker-than-expected report indicates the beginning of a broader economic slowdown.
- The report also highlights the performance of other sectors of the economy, such as the surge in housing construction, business investment growth, slower government spending, and the impact of trade on economic growth.
Middle East politics: Annalena Baerbock deserves recognition: Israel's government is trying to use a leak to discredit the German Foreign Minister as naive ...
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Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
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Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
The Greens cultivate German self-hatred - also in cultural policy: The anti-Semitism scandals of the Minister of State for Culture are no coincidence ...
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“All he talks about is revenge”: Author Rushdie urgently warns against Donald Trump’s re-election
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Media: German building materials firm Knauf to withdraw from Russia: The German producer of building materials Knauf said it is ceasing its operations in Russia ...
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Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit
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Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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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.
Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...
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Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule
- Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.
- The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.
- The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.
- Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.
Four green myths about the nuclear phase-out: German politicians are selling the nuclear phase-out as a success on its first anniversary. However ...
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Quick Glance: Myths and Realities of Nuclear Phase-Out
- German politicians celebrate the nuclear phase-out as a success, but critics question the full story.
- While emphasizing energy security without nuclear plants, concerns remain.
- Controversies surround electricity prices, environmental impacts, especially in an international context.
- The high-risk nature of nuclear power is debated, with complex long-term consequences.
German staffer in EU parliament arrested on China spying charges: Employee of far-right AfD’s lead candidate is latest figure to be accused of passing ...
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FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer than ever
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Quick Glance: Record: Germans Hold 7716 Billion Euros in Wealth
- German private individuals hold a net wealth of 7716 billion euros.
- Stocks and investment funds saw significant gains in the last quarter.
- Cash and bank deposits remain the largest component of wealth.
- Household net wealth increases by 244 billion euros to 5560 billion euros.
Aide to far-right German EU lawmaker suspected of spying for China: An aide to a far-right German member of the European Parliament has been arrested on ...
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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.
Robert Habeck: Why the Economics Minister could become Chancellor: He presents himself as a minister for everything: Robert Habeck encourages Ukraine ...
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Quick Glance: Habeck's Visit to Ukraine: Solidarity and Support
- Robert Habeck visits Ukraine to show German solidarity and promise support.
- Ukraine is in a war fighting for freedom and European values.
- Habeck brings business representatives to promote investments and boost arms production.
- Germany supports Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and financial aid for the energy sector.
US births retreat after pandemic-era growth: The number of births in the United States fell by 2% in 2023 from the previous year, driven in part by a marked ...
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Quick Glance: Decline in US Births, Teen Births at Record Low: CDC
- The overall number of births in the United States dropped in 2023 as teenage births reached a record low, according to new provisional federal data published early Thursday.
- Between 2015 and 2020, there was an average decrease in the number of births by 2% per year, including a 4% decline from 2019 to 2020.
- There was a slight increase in births by 1% from 2020 to 2021, and the number remained generally stable from 2021 to 2022, according to the report.
Day of Recognition: The Age of Perpetual Peace is Over: The Bundestag is voting on whether there should be a “Veterans Day” in Germany in the future ...
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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.
Three Germans arrested for possible spying for China: After three arrests in Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia on Monday, it becomes clear that Germany is not ...
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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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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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VW, BMW and Mercedes continue to fall: “The German car manufacturers are in a trap”
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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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The German "economic turnaround" will unfortunately have to be canceled: The FDP has no chance
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China summons German ambassador after spying arrests: The German ambassador to China was summoned by Beijing on Thursday in response to several arrests in ...
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Tesla cuts its car prices around the world after week of turmoil for the company: The company dropped its starting prices of its Model X, Model Y and Model S by ...
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German Consumer Confidence Reaches Two-Year High: The forward-looking GfK consumer-climate index for Germany forecast confidence to rise to minus 24 ...
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German government raises its growth forecast slightly: The mood in the German economy has improved significantly for the third time in a row ...
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Financial assets of private households at a record high: Overall, people in Germany have more financial assets than ever before. However ...
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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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Eurojackpot hit: 120 million euros go to NRW and Slovenia: One lottery player or a lottery syndicate from North Rhine-Westphalia and one from Slovenia have each ...
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Germany: This is why violence in schools is increasing: The German School Barometer has shown that every second teacher observes psychological and physical ...
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Julian Nagelsmann: DFB extends contract with national coach until World Cup 2026: Julian Nagelsmann gives in to the German Football Association's advertising and ...
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Quick Glance: Julian Nagelsmann to Remain as Head Coach of National Team until 2026
- Julian Nagelsmann will continue as head coach of the national team beyond the upcoming European Championship.
- He will not return to FC Bayern Munich but will stay with the national team.
- DFB President Neuendorf praises the contract extension as a strong signal and highlights Nagelsmann's outstanding abilities.
- The DFB leadership aims for continuity by extending the contract of National Team Director Rudi Völler as well.
German spy agency warns companies against being too "naive" on China: Germany's domestic spy agency told companies on Wednesday they should be on guard against ...
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A video shows people trying to pull 2 black bear cubs from trees in North Carolina
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With two exceptions: Germans give Corona policy a good report: Mask requirements, vaccinations, curfews: Hardly a day goes by during the corona pandemic without ...
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University of Mannheim: Police shoot man armed with machete in library: A man is said to have gone on the rampage with a machete in the library of Mannheim ...
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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.
Habeck increases forecast: German economy reacts with incomprehension: Economics Minister Robert Habeck has revised the growth forecast for 2024 upwards from 0 ...
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TikTok: US House of Representatives votes for possible TikTok ban: The Chamber of Congress wants to force the Chinese owner of TikTok to sell the video platform ...
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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Braunau in Austria: Four Germans reported after visiting Hitler's birthplace: Because a woman had herself photographed with her arm outstretched in front of ...
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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book: NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book ...
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"Traveling for her own image": expert Jäger doubts Baerbock's diplomacy: Annalena Baerbock has traveled to Israel a total of seven times as German Foreign ...
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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Siblings killed when suspected intoxicated driver crashes into child's birthday party in Michigan
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Quick Glance: Sibling Fatally Hit by Car at Birthday Party
- A young brother and sister died, and several people were injured, some seriously, when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver crashed into a young child's birthday party at a boat club in Berlin Township, Michigan, on Saturday.
- An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother died in the crash, as a 66-year-old woman drove about 25 feet into the building, according to Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough.
- Three children and six adults were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries, while others received first aid on site and some were transported by private vehicles.
- The driver was taken into custody and is suspected of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol causing death. Further charges may be pending as the investigation continues.
Because of the traffic turnaround: That won't work: Even if the Germans wanted to, they could hardly do without their cars. Because there are no real ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/tagesanbruch/id_100387822/von-wegen-verkehrswende-so-wird-das-nichts.html
House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.
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German Business Sentiment Continues to Brighten: Sentiment among German companies ticked higher for a third-straight month in April, despite slow economic growth ...
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Why the employee bonuses at Deutsche Bahn are deserved: Deutsche Bahn's punctuality is terrible. But reflexively getting upset about the payout to 42 ...
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Poland's Foreign Minister Sikorski demands reparations from Germany: The new center-left government in Poland is also addressing the German atrocities in World ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/polens-aussenminister-sikorski-fordert-wiedergutmachung-von-deutschland-li.2209557
Quick Glance: Poland's Assertive Stance in Europe Amid Russian Threat
- Poland's foreign minister urged NATO to increase defense readiness and expressed the desire for central decision-making in the EU amidst the Ukraine conflict.
- Sikorski highlighted the benefits of EU membership and emphasized Poland's goal to be part of the countries shaping Europe, not defending against it.
- He praised French President Macron's support for Ukraine and called for more military aid from Paris, while condemning Russia's attempts to create conflict between Poland and Ukraine.
- Sikorski underlined the West's superiority in case of a Russian attack and criticized the previous government's policies, aiming to restore Poland's international standing and democratic norms.
Employee completely honest: “In the home office I just log in”: Do Germans really work too little? An anonymous survey shows that at least some employees work ...
focus.de/finanzen/karriere/anonyme-umfrage-angesteller-voellig-ehrlich-im-homeoffice-logge-ich-mich-nur-ein_id_259888110.html
TV duel for the Thuringian state election: Seven statements by Höcke and Voigt in the fact check
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/tv-duell-zur-thueringer-landtagswahl-sieben-aussagen-von-hoecke-und-voigt-im-faktencheck-a-c3c045b5-e6b6-4828-b3b5-d57fdd3cce39
Quick Glance: Voigt accuses Höcke of 'dilly-dallying' after TV duel
- Thuringia's CDU leader Mario Voigt defends public confrontation with AfD far-right extremist Björn Höcke as meaningful.
- Voigt highlights differences between CDU and Höcke's far-right extremist group.
- Poll shows 29% support for AfD in Thuringia despite Höcke's extremism.
- Voigt advocates for reason and warns against chaos from exiting Euro and EU.
Machete-wielding man at German university shot, killed by police: A 31-year-old man who allegedly entered a library at the University of Mannheim in south-west ...
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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/17/americas-trust-in-its-institutions-has-collapsed
'Umpf': Six unique German noises to make to help you sound like a native: You may think fancy vocab is the only way to impress your friends in German ...
thelocal.de/20240424/six-unique-german-noises-to-make-that-will-help-you-sound-like-a-native
Germans arrested: These are the three suspected China spies: They were active in the air and space industry. But behind the scenes they apparently worked with ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/innenpolitik/id_100391072/deutsche-festgenommen-das-sind-die-drei-mutmasslichen-china-spione.html
Restaurants charge a no-show fee if guests don't show up: More and more guests reserve seats in the restaurant, but then don't go. This annoys restaurateurs ...
stern.de/panorama/wissen/restaurants-erheben-no-show-gebuehr--wenn-gaeste-nicht-erscheinen-34643470.html
With low prices, Flixtrain is looking for customers who want to forego comfort: Cheap planes, cheap long-distance buses and now cheap trains: With a discount ...
nzz.ch/mobilitaet/flixtrain-sucht-mit-tiefen-preisen-kunden-die-auf-komfort-verzichten-wollen-ld.1827152
The Self-Determination Act is an attack on the reality of life for the majority: In Germany, people will in future be able to change their registered gender at ...
nzz.ch/meinung/deutsche-selbstbestimmungsgesetz-bedroht-frauen-ld.1826128
Quick Glance: Self-Determination Law: Threat to Women and Children
- In Germany, individuals can easily change their registered gender, but at the expense of children and women.
- The Self-Determination Law allows gender changes without a medical certificate from the age of 14, even against parental consent.
- While the law focuses on minorities, it jeopardizes the reality of the majority, especially children and women.
- Women protest the law due to the potential risk of biological men entering protected spaces, while the law also presents other questionable aspects.
Donald Trump: How he becomes the star of a political thriller: A criminal trial that would make screenwriters green with envy begins in New York ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/usa/us-wahl/id_100386292/donald-trump-so-wird-er-zu-star-eines-polit-thrillers.html
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
Revenge skewer in Ankara: Erdogan also has kebabs grilled for Steinmeier: The Turkish president may have more of a sense of humor than he is usually given credit ...
n-tv.de/politik/Erdogan-laesst-auch-fuer-Steinmeier-Doener-grillen-article24899277.html
Migration, economy: FDP Secretary General Bijan Djir-Sarai calls for a turnaround
nzz.ch/international/migration-wirtschaft-fdp-generalsekretaer-bijan-djir-sarai-fordert-eine-wende-ld.1827500
Electricity price: Grid problems in France make German electricity more expensive
berliner-zeitung.de/wirtschaft-verantwortung/strompreis-netzprobleme-in-frankreich-machen-deutschen-strom-teurer-li.2209291
German climate activists sentenced for spraying paint on Brandenburg Gate
reuters.com/sustainability/cop/german-climate-activists-sentenced-spraying-paint-brandenburg-gate-2024-04-23/
Russian saboteurs arrested in Bavaria - investigation by the Federal Public Prosecutor General
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/generalbundesanwalt-ermittelt-zwei-mutmassliche-russische-saboteure-in-bayern-verhaftet-a-0115bebd-195a-41fb-83be-da8d642045cd
Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage
- In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.
- One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.
- A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.
- Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.
Reactions to Steinmeier's kebab gift: "The crucial question is far too short: With or without spicy?"
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/frank-walter-steinmeier-in-der-tuerkei-was-vom-doener-uebrigblieb-reaktionen-auf-umstrittenes-gastgeschenk-a-4c066c07-0ac8-4669-8f18-e3de5e8a1a71
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
apnews.com/article/germany-name-gender-changes-transgender-parliament-9eb64bbe96b286b71bbc8c4343dae4d0
Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
Retirement at 63: Experts call on traffic lights to let Germans work longer: The FDP wants to accelerate the economic turnaround with a 12-point plan ...
focus.de/finanzen/boerse/konjunktur/sozialpopulismus-oder-erst-der-anfang-rente-mit-63-experten-fordern-ampel-auf-deutsche-laenger-arbeiten-zu-lassen_id_259881725.html
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