As Germany approaches the federal elections on February 23, 2025, migration and the economy emerge as critical issues, according to the latest ARD-DeutschlandTrend survey. The SPD, led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, struggles to regain its former strength, currently polling at…
Ryanair’s CEO Eddie Wilson criticizes the German government’s high costs and regulations affecting the aviation industry. At a press conference, he revealed that Ryanair will reduce services at medium-sized airports in Germany, citing the expensive operational environment as the reason….
A foam pie-throwing incident involving Christian Lindner, leader of the Free Democratic Party, has drawn sharp criticism from politicians across the spectrum in Germany. The attack occurred during a campaign event in Greifswald, where a local member of the Left…
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and a close advisor to Donald Trump, is increasingly intervening in global politics, particularly in Germany. Critics argue he is building a network of right-wing populists, as evidenced by his support for the AfD…
Great Blasket Island, an uninhabited Irish island, is searching for a couple to manage its small café and three holiday cottages. The role includes operating the café, cleaning guest accommodations, and dealing with the challenges of island life, including limited…
In 2024, Germany saw a significant decline in asylum applications, with a drop of approximately 29% compared to the previous year, according to the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser hailed this decrease as a success,…
The CDU, under the leadership of Friedrich Merz, is launching its ‘Agenda 2030’ in preparation for a return to power, promising significant economic reforms and tax relief. As the party counts down to the crucial date on February 23, it…
Elon Musk’s recent political activities on the platform X are under scrutiny by the European Union, particularly regarding his support for the AfD in Germany and the implications for disinformation laws. The EU acknowledges Musk’s right to express his views…
The Federal Prosecutor’s Office in Germany has charged three German nationals with espionage for allegedly supplying military technology information to China’s Ministry of State Security. The individuals, two men and one woman, reportedly provided details about technologies useful for enhancing…
The German book industry faced challenges in 2024 due to economic downturns, but saw support from social media trends and former Chancellor Angela Merkel’s memoirs. Despite an increase in revenue by 0.8% across major sales channels, the number of books…
On January 9, 2025, Christian Lindner, the leader of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), experienced a cream pie attack during his campaign launch in Greifswald, Germany, ahead of the federal election. A young member of the Left Party targeted Lindner…
In 2024, nearly 29,000 individuals applied to access records from the Stasi, the former East German secret police, highlighting sustained public interest 35 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall. The Federal Archives reported that over 7.5 million applications…
