Film funding bill to support blockbusters made in Germany
The German government wants to attract more filmmakers and make the country a 'global player' in on-screen entertainment. A new bill...Read More
Germany: Vaping becoming more popular among young people
A recent study shows that e-cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular among young people in Germany, with even elementary school kids pic...Read More
Germany news: Climate activists target tank factory
Climate activists have carried out protests across the industrial Ruhr Valley ahead of a weekend of climate action. Meanwhile, Germany's...Read More
Experts: Germany's progress on climate goals insufficient
The Council of Experts on Climate Change has found that Germany has both accomplished and simultaneously failed to meet its 2025 climate goa...Read More
Reiche brings energy sector ties to German Economy Ministry
Economy Minister Reiche is a controversial figure. Her plans for new gas-fired power plants, rolling back plans for more renewables in the b...Read More
Ukraine: EU's Kallas warns against Russian mediator 'trap'
The EU's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, has warned member states against falling into a Russian "trap" in future negotiations over...Read More
Germany news: Health care staff protest plan for major cuts
Medical staff in Germany are protesting proposed cuts that ministers say are necessary to stop spiraling costs. Meanwhile, a World War II bo...Read More
Germany news: Healthcare staff protest plan for major cuts
Medical staff in Germany are protesting about cost-saving plans that ministers says are necessary to stop spiraling costs. Meanwhile, a Worl...Read More
Germany: Alleged leftist militant found guilty of robbery
Daniela Klette, suspected to be one of the last remaining members of the left-wing terrorist group Red Army Faction, has been found guilty f...Read More
Germany: RAF leftist militant is found guilty
Daniela Klette, one of the last remaining members of the left-wing terrorist group Red Army Faction, has been found guilty for her part in a...Read More
The German gym fighting the far right with MMA
The far right is increasingly using MMA to recruit new members. But a gym in Chemnitz, in the east of Germany, is fighting back with a marti...Read More
How did Berlin's Jewish Hospital and hundreds of its patients survive the Holocaust?
When Red Army troops entered Berlin's Jewish Hospital in 1945, they were astonished to discover hundreds of Jews living just a couple of...Read More
How jazz became an act of defiance in Nazi Germany
The Nazis denounced jazz music as "degenerate art," despite its widespread popularity in Germany. Amid crackdowns on freedom of ex...Read More
How Berlin's Jewish Hospital survived the Holocaust
When Red Army troops entered Berlin's Jewish Hospital in 1945, they were astonished to discover hundreds of Jews living just a couple of...Read More
Berlin Hauptbahnhof at 20: A rail hub with symbolic power
Berlin's central station was inaugurated in May 2006. Beyond its functionality, the modern glass-and-steel structure was built to play a...Read More
Germany news: More than 1,900 missing children
Authorities say there are 1,933 missing children cases nationwide, up 6.8% from the year before. And, travellers in Germany seem nervous whe...Read More
Germany's Dr. Wolff cosmetics company is going all in on AI
This medium-sized, family-run business has embraced artificial intelligence to stay competitive. All employees are encouraged to learn about...Read More
Germany plans to address growing use of date-rape drugs
Germany's justice minister is seeking harsher penalties for the use of date-rape drugs in sexual assaults. But victims say more needs to...Read More
Germany news: Most doubt Bundeswehr military readiness — poll
A new poll shows widespread doubts about Germany's defense readiness, with stronger fears over cyber threats than military attack. Meanw...Read More
Kane's hat trick seals Bayern Munich's 21st German Cup win
Harry Kane scored three times to fire Bayern Munich to a 3-0 victory over Stuttgart in the German Cup final. The win delivered a domestic do...Read More
Germany reaches out to Gulf states over Iran war
Germany no longer believes it can play a mediating role in the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran. Instead, the German government is w...Read More
Germany news: Parliament approves reforms giving pharmacies more autonomy on vaccinations, prescriptions, tests
Lawmakers passed a bill allowing pharmacies to issue certain prescription medications independently as well as to conduct more rapid tests. ...Read More
Germany ready for NATO leadership role, minister says
As NATO foreign ministers gather in Sweden, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has made it clear Berlin is ready to take on a greater l...Read More
Germany news: Govt reportedly mulls change to retirement age
A media report that the German government wants to raise the age of retirement has come under hefty criticism. Meanwhile, Chancellor Friedri...Read More
Worst-case climate scenario is off the table, but warming is not
Renewables rollout is helping to shift emissions trends, but expected temperature rises remain high as the UN moves to tighten countries’ co...Read More
Germany: Freiburg loses Europa League final to Aston Villa
The Bundesliga club hoped on winning its first ever title, but lost to a stronger English side. Meanwhile, an American doctor infected with ...Read More
Germany records high numbers of online child abuse cases
Efforts to regulate social media have had little effect so far, according to Jugendschutz.net. The government-funded organization says young...Read More
Germany news: Ebola patient admitted to Berlin hospital
An American doctor infected with the Ebola virus has been flown to Berlin's Charité hospital for specialist treatment. Meanwhile, three ...Read More
Germany: Major boost for civil defense
Germany's government wants to spend €10 billion to better protect its population in case of emergencies. The backlog of needs is huge. ...Read More
How brain-guided hearing aids may one day help users
In a crowded room, it can be impossible for hearing aid users to focus on what they want or need to hear. Research into auditory neurotechno...Read More
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