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Daily Monitor September 14, 2026

SPD left-wing MPs demand reforms targeting the ultra-rich, rejecting policies that burden workers and cut social support. Ahead of the coalition committee…

Daily Monitor September 14, 2026

Google Fined €4.1B in EU Antitrust Case

The European Court of Justice has upheld a record €4.1 billion fine against Google for anti-competitive practices involving Android. The European Court…

Daily Monitor September 14, 2026

Germany Tackles Toxic WWII Sea Munitions

A new center in Rostock aims to address the environmental threat posed by 1.6 million tons of WWII munitions in the North…

Daily Monitor September 14, 2026

AfD Leads Polls as SPD Falls to Fourth

Germany’s SPD drops to 12%, trailing the Greens, as AfD remains the leading political force with 29%. Germany’s political landscape continues to…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Tragedy in Stade: Violence Targets Social Workers

A custody dispute turned deadly in Stade, exposing systemic issues in social services and the rising tide of violence. A horrific act…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Germany’s Left Party Faces Extremism Scrutiny

Calls grow for increased surveillance of Germany’s Left Party as concerns over extremist factions rise. Germany’s domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Fuel Prices Surge After Tax Discount Ends

Fuel prices across Germany have spiked sharply following the expiration of the tax rebate, sparking criticism from consumer advocates. Fuel prices at…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Pension Increase Triggers Unexpected Tax Bills

A July pension hike brings joy but pushes 100,000 retirees into tax obligations for the first time. Starting July 1, pensions in…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Hessen Closes Case on Controversial School Mottos

German prosecutors have dropped charges against students over racist and antisemitic graduation slogans after public outrage. The controversial case surrounding offensive graduation…

Daily Monitor September 13, 2026

Arson Attack Targets Activist Housing in Cottbus

A suspected far-right arson attack on an activist housing project and youth club in Cottbus has sparked outrage and fear. In the…