Brandenburg’s civil servants will receive higher salaries but must work longer hours following a constitutional court ruling. Civil servants in Brandenburg are set to receive a pay raise this year, but it comes with a catch: an increase in weekly…
Germany faced a dramatic rise in wildfires in 2025, with over 2,600 hectares of forest destroyed due to extreme drought. Germany experienced a significant increase in wildfires in 2025, with more than 2,600 hectares of forest burned—equivalent to 3,676 soccer…
The expiration of the fuel tax cut sparks fears of sharp price hikes at gas stations starting at noon today. The government’s fuel tax cut, which reduced gas and diesel prices by 17 cents per liter, officially ended at midnight.…
The EU introduces tariffs on small packages from Chinese platforms like Temu and Shein to curb cheap imports. The European Union has implemented a new tariff system targeting small packages from Chinese e-commerce giants such as Temu and Shein. This…
The iconic Cologne Cathedral now charges up to €12 for entry, sparking mixed reactions from locals and tourists alike. Starting today, visitors to the Cologne Cathedral must pay an entry fee of up to €12, marking a significant change for…
German authorities have detained an Iraqi man accused of joining and fighting for the Islamic State in 2016. Authorities in Baden-Württemberg have arrested a suspected member of the Islamic State (IS) on charges of terrorism. The Iraqi national, whose identity…
A tragic shooting in Stade, Lower Saxony, has left five dead and several injured, with one suspect in custody. A shocking incident unfolded in Stade, a city in Lower Saxony, Germany, where gunfire erupted near a youth center in the…
Germany’s far-right AfD is gearing up for a historic bid to lead a state government, sparking nationwide debate. Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is making strategic preparations for a potential government role, according to a report by ‘Table…
Starting today, visitors to the iconic Cologne Cathedral must pay up to €12 to help fund its costly preservation. The Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Germany’s most famous landmarks, has introduced an entry fee of…
Deutsche Bahn equips 2,000 long-distance staff with bodycams to enhance safety following a fatal attack in February. Deutsche Bahn has announced the deployment of bodycams for approximately 2,000 employees working in long-distance services, including train attendants, onboard catering staff, and…
