The new show "What's in the Box" with comedian Luke Mockridge on Sat.1, which was supposed to start on September 12, will not be broadcast. Sat ... Show more
Quick Glance: Sat.1 Cancels Show Following Mockridge's Offensive Jokes
- Comedian Luke Mockridge faced backlash for derogatory comments about Paralympic athletes, leading to the cancellation of his new show.
- His remarks drew sharp criticism from athletes and organizations, including paraplegic athlete Kristina Vogel and the German Disabled Sports Association.
- Despite a public apology, Sat.1 seeks tangible actions from Mockridge to address the issue meaningfully.
- Mockridge intends to accept the Disabled Sports Association's invitation to learn more about the achievements of individuals with disabilities.
Forest in the Harz is still burning: Hoping for rain on the Brocken: The fire is under control, but the forest is still burning: Emergency services are still ...
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Quick Glance: Harz Wildfire: Evacuations and Major Firefighting Efforts
- Approximately 150 firefighters are battling an uncontrollable wildfire at Brocken, resulting in the evacuation of 500 people from the danger zone.
- Firefighting efforts are supported by aircraft while water sprayers are deployed along key routes to contain the flames.
- The wind is not pushing the fire front towards the popular tourist area of Schierke, which is currently deemed safe.
- Future wildfire risks are to be mitigated through forestry measures and the planting of mixed forests.
Football - | Nations League: DFB eleven celebrates victory against Hungary: The German national football team is building on its strong performances at the ...
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Despite poor SPD election results and personal values, Chancellor Scholz is foregoing the vote of confidence. That is an "opposition idea ... Show more
In a summer interview with ZDF, Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) advocates Russia's participation in the second "Peace Summit".
A large majority of people in Germany believe that Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) is a weak leader. This is the result of the ZDF political barometer ... Show more
German Bundestag: 75 years of a new start for democracy: On September 7, 1949, the Bundestag met for the first time. A look at individual moments from 75 years ...
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Violins that start to sigh as if from nowhere, delicate works of art, a multifaceted work. That is the German artist Rebecca Horn. Now she has passed away.
Asylum policy: Why Berlin is looking towards Scandinavia: Denmark and Sweden have low asylum numbers. This impresses German politicians. What laws have ...
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Why IS can spread fear again: How high is the risk of attacks from Islamist terror in Germany? And why is IS currently reaching so many sympathizers in order to ...
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Scholz is confident that the traffic light coalition will stay together for the entire legislative period, the Chancellor told the "Tagesspiegel".
Food has become significantly more expensive - | by a total of 34 percent compared to four years ago. There are numerous reasons for the increased prices ... Show more
SPD retreat in the East - | The party is looking for itself and the voters!: Even on the way to the SPD parliamentary group's retreat, it becomes clear what ...
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Taliban: People deported to Afghanistan are free: Around a week after the deportation flight to Afghanistan, some of the deported criminals are free ...
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Quick Glance: Deportations to Afghanistan: Reactions and Implications
- The Taliban released some of the 28 deported offenders from Germany, as many of their crimes are not considered punishable.
- Some deportees remain in custody, while the Taliban provide no information on their future treatment.
- The deportations are described by the German Interior Minister as a rule of law enforcement, amid ongoing concerns about the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.
- Negotiations regarding deportations occur indirectly through Qatar, without direct contact between Germany and the Taliban.
The global average temperature in the months of June to August was 0.69 degrees above the average for the reference period from 1991 to 2020.
Among those taking part in the rallies in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and other cities on Saturday were relatives of the hostages still being held in the Gaza Strip.
Black sports clothes signal: | "I'm single!" New Yorkers meet every week to go jogging together. They want to get to know each other away from dating apps.
Sandra Mikolaschek has fulfilled her dream of Paralympic gold. The 27-year-old para table tennis player from Lutherstadt Eisleben defeated the 52-year-old ... Show more
Rail passengers must expect significant disruptions to train traffic. "An IT disruption is massively affecting rail traffic in central Germany ... Show more
Quick Glance: Train Disruptions Hit Frankfurt Region
- Massive disruptions in the German rail network primarily affect central Germany.
- The issue stems from a malfunction in the GSM-R radio system, impacting numerous train connections.
- The Frankfurt area is especially affected, with all regional and S-Bahn services halted.
- Technicians are working hard to resolve the issue, while trains are waiting at stations during the disruption.
Argentina demands international arrest warrant for Maduro: The outcome of the presidential election in Venezuela is highly controversial. Argentina now wants to ...
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Höcke is possible in the third round of voting in Thuringia, warns Wolfgang Bosbach. And reminds us that a relative majority is enough in the vote ... Show more
Can you please explain to me how I should do my job? The entire heute-show from Friday: heute-show from September 6, 2024 - | ZDFmediathek
In Sri Lanka, microcredits are paid out to help people build their livelihoods. They are supposed to help, but they are driving many women into ruin.
Chiara has the rare diagnosis of neurofibromatosis type 2. "This means that tumors are developing throughout my nervous system," she says.
Child welfare is increasingly at risk: Neglected or abused: More and more children in Germany are at risk, mostly by their parents. According to the Federal ...
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Picking, tugging, scratching - | until scars appear. Anyone who suffers from skin picking cannot stop. What causes the disorder and how to break the habit.
"You know what - | people didn't show weakness in the past," says entrepreneur Dagmar Wöhrl on the subject of mental health ... Show more
After a seven-year break, the US band Linkin Park is back - | with a new front woman. 38-year-old Emily Armstrong is following in the footsteps of singer ... Show more
Quick Glance: Linkin Park Returns with New Lead Singer
- Linkin Park celebrated a comeback after seven years with singer Emily Armstrong.
- The band performed in Los Angeles and streamed the concert worldwide.
- A small world tour begins on September 13, with a concert in Hamburg and another in London.
- The new album "From Zero" will be released on November 15 and is available for pre-order.
Brandenburg's Prime Minister Dietmar Woidke (SPD) wants to resign if the AfD wins the upcoming state election.
When asked whether Olaf Scholz should run again as the SPD's candidate for chancellor in the next federal election, approval in the ZDF political barometer ... Show more
War opponents: Putin is punishing Russian teenagers so harshly: They are brave: Young people in Russia who are protesting against the war in Ukraine are ...
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US election: Putin wants to "support" Harris: In the 2016 US election, Kremlin chief Putin is said to have influenced Trump. This time ...
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Quick Glance: Putin Humorously Endorses Kamala Harris for Election
- President Putin humorously stated his support for Kamala Harris after the U.S. Justice Department revealed a covert Russian influence campaign ahead of the elections.
- The U.S. government accused state broadcaster RT of conducting a propaganda effort, while previous claims of Russian interference were dismissed as nonsense.
- Putin noted Harris's infectious laugh and speculated that she might refrain from imposing further sanctions on Russia.
- Russian authorities announced retaliatory measures against U.S. media, asserting that the U.S. actions contradict principles of media freedom.
Harris vs Trump: These rules apply in the US TV duel: Harris and Trump argued for a long time about the conditions for the TV duel in the US election campaign ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Emphasizes Familiar Grievances at Wisconsin Rally
- Donald Trump addressed a rally in Mosinee, Wisconsin, reiterating his familiar complaints about indictments and border policies.
- He announced plans for a 'Government Efficiency Commission' led by Elon Musk to assess federal government performance.
- While Trump focused on his campaign, Kamala Harris prepared for their upcoming debate in Pittsburgh, emphasizing national unity.
- Trump criticized the current administration for societal division and labeled its border policy as 'suicidal'.
In many European countries, the right-wing populists eventually moved back to the centre, says Nikolaus Blome. Only then did they become involved in the ... Show more
Merz is leading a "diversionary debate" on the subject of migration, says Katharina Dröge. The Union's proposal will not work ... Show more
A clear majority of 71 percent in the current ZDF political barometer are of the opinion that Germany can no longer cope with the many refugees from crisis ... Show more
ZDF Politbarometer: No majority for the traffic light coalition, CDU leads - | ZDFheute
ZDF Politbarometer: No majority for the traffic light coalition, CDU leads - | ZDFheute
Machete attack in Linz: Evidence of Islamist crime: After the machete attack on a police station in Linz am Rhein, investigators have evidence of an Islamist ...
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The BSW is still a "grab and go" programmatically, stressed SPD Prime Minister Weil, but talks must still be possible. Whether this would lead to a result is ... Show more
What if the CDU and BSW do not form a coalition after all? - | ZDFheute
What if the CDU and BSW do not form a coalition after all? - | ZDFheute
Jazz musician and pianist Sérgio Mendes has died at the age of 83. He was known for his mix of samba sounds and bossa nova rhythms ... Show more
Quick Glance: Sergio Mendes: Influential Musician Passes Away
- Sergio Mendes, the Brazilian pianist and composer, died at age 83 in Los Angeles due to long Covid.
- He rose to fame with the group Brasil '66 and released over 30 albums, including the hit "Mas Que Nada."
- Mendes won three Grammys and received an Oscar nomination in 2012, bringing bossa nova to the American pop music scene for over six decades.
- His musical legacy includes collaborations with many contemporary artists and a Grammy for his album "Bom Tempo" in 2010.
Zaporizhzhya: Cooling tower will probably have to be demolished: A cooling tower at the nuclear power plant in Zaporizhia will probably have to be demolished ...
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More than 61 percent of electricity from renewable sources: The share of renewable energy sources in the electricity mix in Germany is approaching the two-thirds ...
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Migration: Merz issues traffic light ultimatum by Tuesday: CDU leader Merz is increasing the pressure on the traffic light government in the migration debate ...
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Quick Glance: Asylum Debate: Disputes Over Border Policy and Legal Challenges
- The debate focuses on the rejection of refugees at the border, with the Union and FDP in favor, while the SPD and Greens express legal concerns.
- CDU leader Merz's ultimatum regarding asylum reform was dismissed by both the SPD and Greens as mere election rhetoric.
- The Greens demand proposals that comply with the constitution and EU law, rejecting border rejections.
- Interior Minister Faeser expresses openness to the idea of rejections but emphasizes the need for legal examination.
The Munich police shot a suspicious person near the NS Documentation Center and the Israeli General Consulate. The man died during the operation.
Quick Glance: Shooting Incident in Munich: Suspect Dead
- Several shots were fired outside the Israeli consulate in Munich, resulting in the shooting of a suspect, an Islamist from Austria aged 17 to 18.
- The police confirmed that the assailant opened fire with a wood-colored repeating rifle, prompting the officers to return fire.
- There were no indications of other suspects or injuries among consulate staff, as the consulate was closed in observance of a memorial.
- The Israeli Consul expressed concern about rising anti-Semitism and thanked the police for their response.
A change in the law is needed because "this migration is getting too much for us", says Markus Söder on ZDF heute journal.
Foreign Minister Baerbock with a full agenda in the Middle East: For the eleventh time since the start of the Gaza war, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is ...
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San Marino has achieved a sensation at the start of the Nations League. For the first time in over 20 years, the national football team of the small state in ... Show more
Men in jogging bottoms insulted him and once even peed in his flowers, reports a Pforzheim restaurateur. After these bad experiences with men wearing jogging ... Show more
Quick Glance: Pforzheim Café Bans Sweatpants for Better Ambiance
- A café owner in Pforzheim has banned sweatpants to maintain a polished atmosphere.
- He cites negative experiences with sweatpants-wearing customers who behaved inappropriately and caused disturbances.
- The ban is legally supported as long as it adheres to house rules and avoids discrimination.
- Most patrons respond positively to the dress code, viewing it as an enhancement to the café's ambiance.
Thanks for nothing. The entire heute-show special is available on YouTube or in the ZDF media library!
Dead and injured in shooting at US school: Several people were killed in a shooting at a high school in the US federal state of Georgia ...
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Quick Glance: Father of School Shooter Arrested, Charged with Murder
- The father of the 14-year-old student accused of a school shooting in Winder, Georgia, has been arrested and charged with murder.
- Colin Gray faces multiple charges, while his son Colt Gray is charged with four counts of felony murder, following the deaths of two teachers and two students.
- Nine individuals, including one teacher, were injured in the shooting, with all expected to make a full recovery.
- Investigations continue to determine how Colt obtained the weapon and his motive, with indications of an obsession with mass shooters.
What if the CDU and BSW do not form a coalition after all?: Resistance to cooperation with the BSW is growing in the CDU. How likely is an incompatibility ...
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Quick Glance: CDU and BSW Coalition Talks Take Center Stage
- The CDU and Wagenknecht's party are exploring potential coalitions in Thüringen and Sachsen following the state elections.
- Sahra Wagenknecht emphasizes the need for dialogue, while CDU under Friedrich Merz reaffirms its stance against the Left and AfD.
- Mario Voigt faces the challenge of forming a stable government, considering possible cooperation with AfD as well.
- The CDU state board in Thüringen has decided to engage in talks with SPD and BSW, excluding the Left and AfD.
Fabio De Masi from the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance confirms that the BSW does not want to work with the AfD. "We reject racism, of course ... Show more
Para swimmer Elena Krawzow secures Germany's next gold medal and a world record to boot: She swam the 100 meter breaststroke in class SB12 in 1:12 ... Show more
Paralympics 2024: Schmidberger wins table tennis silver - | ZDFheute
Paralympics 2024: Schmidberger wins table tennis silver - | ZDFheute
Para-sport shooter Natascha Hiltrop has won her second gold medal at the games in Paris. At the shooting center in Chateauroux ... Show more
US election campaign: USA accuses Russia of election interference: The US government accuses Russia of interference in the 2024 presidential election ...
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After the death of Maori King Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, a council of Maori leaders appointed his daughter Nga Wai hono i te po Paki as the new queen ... Show more
New Zealand: Maori King Tuheitia dies after heart surgery - | ZDFheute
New Zealand: Maori King Tuheitia dies after heart surgery - | ZDFheute
US election 2024: What stars mean for Harris and Trump: This election campaign in the USA is different. Does Trump's fate depend on pop star Taylor Swift? Is ...
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Watch the full episode of Markus Lanz with CDU vice-chairwoman Karin Prien, Left Party politician Jan van Aken, journalist Kerstin Münstermann and musician ... Show more
Markus Lanz - | ZDFmediathek
Markus Lanz - | ZDFmediathek
Quick Glance: Criticism of Wagenknecht and Her Political Role
- In the ZDF talk, Karin Prien, CDU vice-chairwoman, raised concerns about the BSW as a cadre party with a cult of personality and a proximity to Russia.
- The discussion about the impact of state elections in Saxony and Thuringia highlighted the CDU's challenges in competing with the AfD and BSW.
- Jan van Aken criticized Wagenknecht for her xenophobic discourse while advocating for diplomatic solutions to the Ukraine conflict.
- Kerstin Münstermann questioned the credibility of the CDU, which seeks alliances with the BSW while refusing to cooperate with the Left Party.
Markus Rehm jumps to his fourth gold at the Paralympics. The German has dominated the scene for years and was also able to win in Paris.
Quick Glance: Rehm Claims Fourth Paralympic Gold in Long Jump
- Markus Rehm secured his fourth Paralympic gold in Paris with a jump of 8.13 meters, marking a historic achievement for German sports.
- Silver was awarded to the USA's Derek Loccident, with Jarryd Wallace taking home the bronze medal.
- Rehm has remained undefeated for 14 years, accumulating 16 gold medals across international championships.
- Despite initial challenges in 2024, Rehm demonstrated his dominance by winning four out of six attempts.
The Federal Government's Drug Commissioner, Burkhard Blienert, believes it is wrong that cigarettes are available around the clock in kiosks and petrol ... Show more
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba offers his resignation: Comprehensive change of ministers in Ukraine: Foreign Minister Kuleba and other cabinet members want to ...
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Quick Glance: Major Government Overhaul in Ukraine's War Efforts
- President Zelenskiy initiated a significant government reshuffle to bring 'new energy' to Ukraine's fight against Russia.
- Six ministers, including Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, submitted resignations, with parliament accepting four of them.
- Analysts noted that this restructuring was planned to enhance government effectiveness.
- The Kremlin stated that the changes in Ukraine's government would not affect the peace negotiation process.
The town of Templin in Brandenburg is an example of how integration works in reality and the problems that locals and refugees encounter.
Germany receives Iris-T: air defense is strengthened: Until now, "Ukraine first" applied. But now Iris-T is also to protect German airspace - after the ...
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Quick Glance: Strengthening Air Defense with Iris-T System
- The Bundeswehr has officially commissioned the Iris-T SLM air defense system, marking a significant step toward enhancing air defense capabilities.
- Following Russia's attack on Ukraine, Germany has recognized the importance of air defense and ordered six Iris-T systems.
- The system, which includes radar and a mobile launch platform, can effectively counter enemy aircraft and drones.
- Despite these advancements, it remains unclear how quickly further capability gaps will be addressed and whether the European Sky Shield Initiative can be successfully implemented.
The Tokyo champion swam the 100 m breaststroke in class SB13 in 1:01.90 minutes and missed the world record he set that morning by just six hundredths in the ... Show more
Michel Barnier to be France's new Prime Minister: He once led the Brexit negotiations for the EU. Now Michel Barnier, who recently played a more subordinate ...
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Quick Glance: Protests Erupt Over Michel Barnier's PM Appointment
- Protests occurred in Nantes against Michel Barnier's appointment as prime minister by President Macron.
- The left-wing opposition is upset over the rejection of their candidate Lucie Castets and is calling for nationwide mobilizations.
- Barnier indicated his willingness to include ministers from various political backgrounds, including the left.
- Without support from National Rally, Barnier may struggle to secure a parliamentary majority.
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