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Germany unveils €200bn help for consumers and says it won’t follow UK’s route: Finance minister announces €200bn fund to protect citizens from rising gas prices ...
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Shortly after Scholz trip: Berlin approves arms exports to Saudi Arabia: For the first time since taking office, the traffic light coalition is allowing the ...
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Fighter jet equipment: traffic lights approve arms exports to Saudi Arabia: According to the coalition agreement, the traffic light wants to limit arms exports ...
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Why there is no alternative to the gas price brake: Gas price cap: the government stretches its 200-billion bailout umbrella over citizens and businesses.
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Despite the federal-state-group - Winfried Kretschmann is traveling to the USA as planned
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Citizens' benefit family has to pay back 22,600 euros to the job center for the pilgrimage trip
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White House's Sullivan expects to travel to Saudi Arabia in next few weeks: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday he expects to ...
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Saudi Arabia will add another 320,000 hotel rooms by 2030 as it targets peak tourism
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Tanzania: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project: The Ruaha National Park was reportedly meant to double in size as part of the project ...
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Who paid for flights to China?: Contradictory information about China funds weighs on Krah
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Clemson alum Deshaun Watson visits Saudi Arabia, invites 'sportswashing' criticisms
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Spy for China? Employee of AfD top candidate Krah arrested: Another Chinese spy has apparently been arrested in Germany. It is said to be an employee of ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...
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Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism
- During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.
- Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.
- The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.
- The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.
More appreciation for soldiers: Bundestag approves annual Veterans Day: Every year on June 15th, the veterans of the Bundeswehr are to be honored ...
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Quick Glance: Bundestag Approves Veteran's Day to Honor Soldiers
- Soldiers to be honored annually on June 15 in Germany.
- Motion passed by Bundestag with significant majority.
- Events in Berlin planned to recognize soldiers.
- Objective: Show appreciation and enhance social support for soldiers.
New record number of young adults without training in Germany: Around 2.9 million young adults have no education. That is more than ever before ...
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Quick Glance: Record Number of Young Adults without Education in Germany
- Germany records a peak of 2.9 million young adults without education, especially among migrants.
- The increasing number of unskilled individuals negatively impacts the job market and widens the gap between well-qualified and unqualified individuals.
- The dual education system faces challenges like rising dropout rates and mismatched apprenticeships.
- Initiatives to modernize the education system are being called for, including better career guidance and increased apprenticeship wages.
Energy security: Habeck employees are said to have ignored concerns about the nuclear phase-out
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Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning
- A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.
- The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.
- The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.
“Kaufleute” instead of “Kaufmann”: Traditional club renames itself 500 years after its founding
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Federal Council: No money for UNRWA: The federal government releases 56 million francs for the Middle East, but not for the Palestinian relief organization.
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La star de l'ARD Klaus Otto Nagorsnik est décédé: La chaîne de télévision allemande ARD annonce le décès inattendu de Klaus Otto Nagorsnik ...
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- Klaus Otto Nagorsnik, known as a 'Hunter' from the ARD show 'Gefragt – Gejagt', has passed away unexpectedly.
- The network and colleagues expressed sorrow over the loss and praised Nagorsnik for his presence on the quiz show.
- The upcoming episodes of the new season featuring Nagorsnik will be aired in his memory.
- Nagorsnik worked as a librarian and won numerous titles in quiz championships as a passionate quiz player.
Job fears in the auto industry: electromobility forces job cuts: The automotive industry is one of the largest employers in Germany. But electromobility is ...
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Next bankruptcy: grocer and Rewe supplier is insolvent: The insolvency wave rolls on: dried fruit marketer Lemberona is facing financial challenges and has ...
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Ratings collapse for the successful series “Charité”: Why the audience looks the other way
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Russian appropriation of Immanuel Kant: Putin's prey philosopher: Russia's ruler calls Kant his favorite philosopher. Now Chancellor Scholz replies: Anyone who ...
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Quick Glance: Putinism and Kant's Legacy: Russia's Interpretive Battle
- Chancellor Scholz counters Putin's appropriation of Kant as his favorite philosopher.
- Governor Alichanow of Kaliningrad declares Kant as a 'Russian trophy' in the cognitive war.
- The revision of Kant's legacy by Putin supporters demonstrates ideological clarity.
- Scholz emphasizes Kant's thoughts on Eternal Peace regarding the situation in Ukraine.
Energy crisis: Were the Greens really deceptive about the nuclear phase-out?: Previously unknown files from economic and the Environment Ministry show how ...
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Cannabis and abortion: The traffic light makes the same mistake again: Not allowed, but tolerated: This is how cannabis use and abortion have worked well in this ...
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Case in Mannheim: Machete in hand - police shoot man in university library: Police officers have killed a 31-year-old man who was allegedly on the rampage in the ...
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Quick Glance: Police Shoot Man with Machete in Library
- A 31-year-old man who entered the library of the University of Mannheim with a machete was shot by the police and later died in the hospital.
- Before the officers arrived, the man had been aggressive towards a staff member and had a previous ban from the library due to his negative behavior.
- The State Criminal Police Office and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the use of firearms and the motive of the man, who had previous encounters with the police.
- There was no danger to other library visitors, and students were present when the incident occurred.
Cashless payment: Finally introduce compulsory card devices! - Comment: Money is often only moved digitally, without the need for bills and coins ...
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Quick Glance: Card Terminal Requirement: Advocating for Cashless Payment - Commentary
- Card terminals for EC and credit cards are still missing in many stores.
- Advocating for the development towards cashless payment to bring stubborn cash users to reason.
- A nationwide card terminal requirement for merchants is proposed as a solution to offer all payment options.
- The benefits of card payment are emphasized, and laziness and fear of technology are cited as reasons for refusal.
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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Trial against Brokstedt train bomber: “They talk to me about the heating”: Ibrahim A. killed two people on a regional express. Was he guilty at the time of the ...
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After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation
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ntv reporter in Bremervörde: "Police believe Arian is still alive": Day four of the search for the missing Arian begins in Bremervörde. Emergency services are ...
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Environmental pollution: 56 large corporations are responsible for half of the world's plastic waste
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Germany Arrests Three Suspected of Spying for Chinese State: German authorities arrested two men and a woman suspected of working for China’s ministry of state ...
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Middle East: UNRWA report ignores the core of the problem: Hardly surprisingly, a commission of experts has partially exonerated the Palestine Relief and Works ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Pension increase: This is how much more money pensioners will receive from July 2024 | table
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Dispute over tweet: University turns case of fired lecturer into examination task
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Ukraine war in the live ticker: +++ 17:16 Biden: New military package for Ukraine "in the next few hours" +++
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Luxury life of the Russian elite: arrest of deputy minister: The arrest of the deputy defense minister shines a spotlight on the excessive lifestyle and ...
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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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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume: "Electric cars are now technically superior": Sales of electric cars are currently slow in Germany. Nevertheless ...
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Attack on Germany: Putin's evil web weapons: Fake news and bots: Kremlin boss Vladimir Putin is trying to incite and unsettle German citizens with lies.
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"Bike Bus" revolutionizes the way children go to school in the USA: Every week, physical education teacher Sam Balto organizes a so-called "Bike Bus" with which ...
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“Rwanda model” also for Germany? What a fatal mistake: Great Britain wants to fly refugees to Rwanda. Germany should definitely not take this as a role model.
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Stage for Xavier Naidoo: Is Oliver Pocher now completely on the bike?: Since his separation from his wife Amira, Oliver Pocher has been traveling around the ...
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Loss of purchasing power for citizens' allowance recipients: 25% more from the state - and less in their pockets in the end
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Paid articlePaid Frank-Walter Steinmeier: the Federal President gets tangled up in the "we" feeling
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Quick Glance: Steinmeier and the Concept of 'We' Feeling
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier urges Germans to engage more with democratic institutions.
- He emphasizes the importance of community while deliberately excluding parts of the population.
- Steinmeier highlights the strength that arises from community and stresses the importance of engagement and historical awareness.
- He underscores the need to adapt to the challenges of transformation and calls for global changes for a new energy basis.
Defense Companies Are Luring Germany’s Struggling Autoworkers
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Hape Kerkeling promises Horst Schlämmer's comeback: "Back and forth, back and forth - it has to happen again"
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German school barometer: Teachers observe violence among pupils: A representative survey of teachers reveals alarming findings. One in two teachers has already ...
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Consequences of climate change: Parasitic fungi are killing Germany's trees: 90 billion trees grow in Germany's forests. But most of them are doing poorly ...
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Social worker: "30 hours a week is my personal upper limit": Ariane, 38, is a social worker and has a stressful job. Although she earns well compared to her ...
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Debate on values and integration: Central Council of Muslims also criticizes new wording in the CDU platform
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Quick Glance: CDU and Islam: Merzians vs. Merkel
- The CDU distances itself from the Islam statement of the Merkel era in the new basic program.
- The revised version faces criticism from the Central Council of Muslims and within the drafting committee.
- There is heated debate over the changes, especially regarding rejections at the German external border.
- The conflict over migration policy divides the party between Merkel supporters and Merz supporters.
Scholz: Don't talk Germany down as a business location: Chancellor Scholz defended the economic policy of the traffic light at the opening of the Hanover Trade ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz: Strengthening Germany's Economic Position
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz rebuts criticism from BDI President Russwurm and emphasizes the importance of strengthening Germany's economic position.
- Scholz acknowledges the challenges of the past years but notes positive developments such as decreasing interest rates and energy prices, as well as measures to reduce bureaucracy.
- The Hannover Messe is seen as an opportunity for new impulses in the energy transition and for enhancing the competitiveness of the German industry, with a focus on artificial intelligence and innovations.
- IG Metall warns of deindustrialization and calls for investments to alleviate companies, while the Hannover Messe showcases over 4,000 companies presenting solutions for a sustainable industry.
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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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume: "Electric cars are now technically superior": Sales of electric cars are currently slow in Germany. Nevertheless ...
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Quick Glance: VW: Union Leader Halts Plans for Budget E-Car
- VW and Renault face setbacks in their budget E-car project due to concerns raised by union leader Daniella Cavallo.
- The collaboration aims for an E-car priced under 20,000 euros, manufactured in Renault factories.
- Disagreements arise over the production site, with the union proposing alternative locations.
- Various scenarios are being considered before a final decision is made.
Right-wing extremist Tommy Frenck is allowed to run for district administrator: The 37-year-old Tommy Frenck has already been mentioned by name in several ...
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Coral bleaching: Congratulations, world, on the fourth global coral bleaching event!
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Dispute over the culture of remembrance: “Many people who make anti-Semitic or racist comments today are the grandchildren of perpetrators and followers”
spiegel.de/kultur/streit-ueber-erinnerungskultur-gedenkstaettenleiter-oliver-von-wrochem-ueber-die-kritik-an-claudia-roth-a-39e58707-dcd7-4709-a9fe-473888a9f5eb
When billionaire children inherit: What money does to the psyche: More and more billionaires did not earn their money, but inherited it. The children of the ...
nzz.ch/wissenschaft/wenn-kinder-in-extremem-reichtum-aufwachsen-dann-wird-ihnen-eine-existenzielle-lebensgier-genommen-eine-obsession-etwas-erreichen-zu-wollen-ld.1826350
Bachelorette: Stella Stegmann is the first bisexual Bachelorette: Stella Stegmann likes men and women - and as a bachelorette in the new season ...
welt.de/iconist/trends/article251112476/Bachelorette-Stella-Stegmann-ist-die-erste-bisexuelle-Bachelorette.html
SPD does not want to nominate Scholz as candidate for chancellor until summer 2025
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Quick Glance: SPD Plans to Officially Nominate Scholz as Chancellor Candidate in Summer 2025
- The SPD has decided to announce its Chancellor candidate in the summer of 2025 to prioritize work over campaigning.
- The CDU and CSU anticipate an internal struggle over the Chancellor candidacy. Merz emphasized humility and respect towards this position.
- Wüst is considered a potential Chancellor candidate for the Union and highlights the importance of decision-making by state chairmen and prime ministers.
- According to Kühnert, the SPD is always ready for campaigning but warns against coalition campaigning, emphasizing the party's independence.
Youth study: Young people are falling for the AfD en masse: Frustrated, frightened, radicalized: Are Germany's young people on the brink?
t-online.de/nachrichten/tagesanbruch/id_100392456/jugendstudie-jugendliche-gehen-massenhaft-der-afd-auf-den-leim.html
After software repair: “Voyager 1” probe reports for duty: The “Voyager 1” space probe is sending information to Earth again - after five months of silence.
sueddeutsche.de/wissen/voyager-kontakt-erde-wieder-hergestellt-1.6565713
Quick Glance: Voyager 1 Sends Usable Data to Earth Again
- Launched in 1977, Voyager 1's mission is to explore interstellar space.
- After sending unreadable data for months, a fix was found for the issue.
- Experts repaired a faulty chip in the Flight Data Subsystem to resume sending readable data.
- The mission remains iconic, but the battery's longevity is uncertain as the probe continues its journey through the Milky Way.
Despite US aid: Scholz reaffirms Taurus rejection: The Ukrainians absolutely want the Taurus cruise missile from Germany. But the Chancellor reiterates his no to ...
n-tv.de/politik/Scholz-bekraeftigt-Taurus-Absage-article24898537.html
Quick Glance: Scholz Reaffirms Taurus Rejection Despite US Aid
- Ukraine seeks Taurus missiles from Germany, but Chancellor Scholz reiterates rejection. Discussions are ongoing about alternative weapons for defense against Russia.
- Despite US aid to Ukraine with ATACMS missiles, Scholz maintains his refusal of Taurus. Germany and the UK emphasize their role as key weapons suppliers to Ukraine.
- The US Congress approved $61 billion in Ukraine aid, potentially enabling the delivery of ATACMS missiles with a range of 300 km. Discussions are underway about new types of weapons.
- Germany and the UK are jointly planning the development of a remote-controlled howitzer for ground operations. Scholz sticks to his rejection of Taurus delivery despite the US decision.
Kebab diplomacy with the Federal President: "A little bit German, a little bit Turkish"
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Paid articlePaidQuick 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.
Green Youth: “Many young people don’t feel seen by the Greens”: According to the trend study “Youth in Germany”, the Greens receive 14-year-olds People up to 29 ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251211354/Gruene-Jugend-Viele-junge-Menschen-fuehlen-sich-nicht-von-den-Gruenen-gesehen.html
Future of the Sparkasse: More and more branches are closing: In times of digitalization, bank branches are used less and less. Financial institutions such as ...
deutschlandfunk.de/zukunft-der-sparkassen-wenn-immer-mehr-filialen-schliessen-dlf-fb004330-100.html
Heilbronn: Murder verdict after speeding accident - 21-year-old sentenced to nine years in prison
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Quick Glance: Heilbronn Racer (21) Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison
- The Heilbronn District Court sentenced a 21-year-old driver to nine years in prison for the murder of a 42-year-old driver.
- The defendant lost control of his sports car in a 40 km/h zone and crashed into the victim's car at 100 km/h, resulting in the victim's death.
- The prosecution argued for a conviction on charges of murder and attempted murder due to a possible conditional intent to kill.
- Illegal street racing is considered a crime, leading to murder charges in cases of reckless driving and racing, as seen in the Heilbronn 21-year-old's case.
Survey: SPD continues to lose ground: The federal government's parties are continuing to lose ground among voters. The edges, on the other hand, benefit.
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/innenpolitik/id_100390148/umfrage-spd-verliert-weiter-an-boden.html
Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Traditional German company is insolvent - Bankruptcy after almost 100 years: The chain of corporate bankruptcies never stops. Now it's happening to a traditional ...
fr.de/wirtschaft/anwalt-thueringer-traditionsunternehmen-insolvenz-efbe-elektrogeraete-sanierung-kai-zr-93021158.html
RTL/ntv trend barometer: AfD falls to worst value since May 2023: The trend barometer continues to decline for the AfD: the party is moving further and further ...
n-tv.de/politik/AfD-faellt-auf-schlechtesten-Wert-seit-Mai-2023-article24894544.html
Scholz and Sunak agree on closer arms cooperation: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was received with military honors at the Federal Chancellery on Wednesday ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/24/scholz-und-sunak-vereinbaren-engere-rustungszusammenarbeit
Ban in Hessian administration: Frankfurt's Goethe University criticizes gender regulations
spiegel.de/panorama/frankfurt-goethe-universitaet-kritisiert-gender-vorschriften-der-landesregierung-a-dc3980e1-b63f-4ac3-9df7-4f6a23b6d72e
The first jungle camp candidates for the summer show are known: This year it’s “I’m a star, get me out of here” twice. Fans of the jungle camp can look forward ...
focus.de/kultur/kino_tv/dschungelcamp/streit-ist-vorprogrammiert-die-ersten-dschungelcamp-kandidaten-der-sommer-show-sind-bekannt_id_259874019.html
Quick Glance: First Candidates Revealed for Summer Jungle Camp
- This anniversary year will have an additional edition of the jungle camp in the summer.
- Filming for the summer jungle camp will take place in South Africa, at the Swadini National Park.
- The summer camp will not have a live show, contestants will nominate each other.
- Contestants will receive a starting fee of 100,000 euros, with an additional 100,000 euros for the winner.
Electric cars are selling poorly: the comeback of hybrid cars: Electric cars are selling poorly. Instead, a drive technology that was almost written off is ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/elektroautos-verkaufen-sich-schlecht-das-comeback-der-hybridautos-19663930.html
Paid articlePaid Onset of winter in April: Is the current weather normal?: At the beginning of the month it was still summery. Now April is showing its cold side ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/wetter/id_100391066/wintereinbruch-im-april-ist-das-aktuelle-wetter-normal-.html
Restaurateur sues! “People leave right after they eat”: At the beginning of the year, the VAT on food in restaurants was increased to the full 19 percent ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/hohe-preise-restaurantbesitzer-klagt-die-leute-gehen-gleich-nachdem-sie-gegessen-haben_id_259874694.html
What the trial against Höcke is about: The trial against Thuringia's AfD leader Höcke is about the accusation of having used a banned SA slogan ...
tagesschau.de/inland/hoecke-prozess-100.html
Quick Glance: Charges Against Höcke: What Awaits Him?
- The trial against AfD leader Höcke revolves around the use of a banned SA slogan.
- Höcke is accused of using symbols of unconstitutional organizations.
- He denies understanding the significance of the 'Alles für Deutschland!' slogan.
- A conviction could impact the ongoing state election campaign in Thuringia.
Youth study: Germany's Generation Z is moving significantly further to the right politically
welt.de/politik/deutschland/plus251155874/Jugendstudie-Deutschlands-Generation-Z-rueckt-politisch-deutlich-weiter-nach-rechts.html
Paid articlePaid Producers are changing: brown eggs are gradually disappearing from supermarkets: For many consumers, the color of the eggshell in the supermarket probably ...
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Braune-Eier-verschwinden-schrittweise-aus-Supermaerkten-article24866134.html
Trier: Katzentempel opens branch on Brotstrasse: The “Katzentempel” restaurant is now opening to guests. Trier will be one of the company's 16 locations in ...
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Ukraine updates: Germany's Scholz welcomes US aid package: Germany's chancellor said the decision by US lawmakers to approve more foreign aid for Ukraine ...
dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-germanys-scholz-welcomes-us-aid-package/live-68881394
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Federal Prosecutor's Office: Russian spies arrested in Bavaria: Two Russian spies were arrested in Bavaria.
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/id_100388346/bundesanwaltschaft-russische-spione-in-bayern-verhaftet-.html
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.
Migration: 3.4 million refugees live in Germany: There are more refugees living in Germany than at any time since the post-war period - but fewer people are ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/fluechtlinge-asyl-ausreisepflicht-1.6566211
Paid articlePaid German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/german-leader-warns-china-over-dumping-overcapacity-echoing-us
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Let's Dance - Show 7: Detlef Soost and Mark Keller share first place: Two celebrities share first place, two more dance away and, of all people ...
n-tv.de/leute/Let-s-Dance-Show-7-Detlef-Soost-und-Mark-Keller-teilen-sich-den-ersten-Platz-article24887974.html
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