In a positive turn for Germany’s struggling economy, industrial production rose unexpectedly by 1.5% in November, following two months of declines, according to the Federal Statistical Office. Although the October decrease was revised to a lesser decline of 0.4%, experts…
Billionaire Elon Musk has reportedly engaged in discussions with allies regarding the potential ousting of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer before the next parliamentary elections. Musk, a supporter of anti-immigration parties, is said to be exploring ways to destabilize the…
German ministers, including Hubertus Heil and Karl Lauterbach, are pushing back against proposals to eliminate sickness pay from the first day of illness, arguing that such measures would unfairly burden low-income workers. The suggestions have been criticized as misrepresenting the…
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) plans to launch its ‘Agenda 2030’ initiative to stimulate economic growth in Germany, aiming for an annual increase of 2%. Key proposals include major tax reforms, reduced energy prices, and a focus on innovation in…
According to a government report released on Wednesday, the number of officially registered homeless individuals in Germany surged to approximately 532,000 in 2023, up from around 263,000 in 2022. This increase is partially attributed to the inclusion of about 137,000…
Lufthansa intends to recruit about 10,000 new employees by 2025 as part of its expansion strategy, following significant job cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic. The hiring will notably include 2,000 positions in Lufthansa Technik and approximately 800 pilots. This move…
France and Germany have issued a warning against altering borders by force following Donald Trump’s controversial comments about potentially taking military action to acquire Greenland from Denmark. The president-elect’s persistent interest in the territory raises questions about his motives, prompting…
In a recent statement, Donald Trump, the president-elect, expressed a continued interest in acquiring Greenland, controlled by Denmark, without dismissing the possibility of military action. This statement triggered reactions from France and Germany, emphasizing the importance of respecting international borders….
With the German federal elections approaching, the government is proposing amendments to the Domestic Violence Protection Act aimed at enhancing the safety of women. Under the new legislation, courts may mandate electronic monitoring for offenders through ankle bracelets in high-risk…
As Donald Trump pushes NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% of their GDP, recent statistics show NATO nations are projected to spend around 2.71% in 2024. Trump’s presidency has seen significant changes in defense expenditure patterns among member…
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, his ‘America First’ ideology rekindles discussions on Germany’s defense budget. With current expenditures at around 90 billion euros, Trump’s demand for 5% spending would require over 200 billion euros, raising…
According to a recent report by the German government, over 500,000 individuals in the country are currently homeless, an increase from two years ago. The report highlights various causes for the rise in homelessness, including the impact of Ukrainian refugees….
