Whale stranded off Germany's coast gets stuck again
The unlucky humpback was spotted stranded on a sandbank in the Bay of Wismar, less than two days after being set free. source https://www....Read More
Merz criticized for selective approach to international law
Dozens of legal scholars have called on the German government to condemn the US operations in Iran and Venezuela. They argue that if violati...Read More
DW joins German Culture Council
As of March 2026, DW is once again a member of the German Culture Council. DW’s admission to the Council’s Media Section was unanimously app...Read More
Whale swims to freedom after days stranded on German beach
The whale was first spotted stuck on the beach on Monday. source https://www.dw.com/en/whale-swims-to-freedom-after-days-stranded-on-germa...Read More
Germany’s green reputation hits a crossroads
Germany’s new climate spend is big on wind power and e‑mobility. Some call it real momentum, others say it’s basically a green band‑aid. s...Read More
Is VW eyeing Iron Dome parts production at German plant?
A report in the Financial Times says Volkswagen is considering producing defense components for Israel. A VW spokesperson told DW the compan...Read More
Germany news: Race against time for stranded humpback whale
Efforts to free a humpback whale trapped in shallow waters have so far failed, but wheels are in motion to free the creature. Meanwhile, pol...Read More
Germany's AfD: The new neoliberal workers' party?
Workers in Germany are increasingly voting for the far-right populist Alternative for Germany party (AfD). Yet the party's platform is n...Read More
Nationwide raids over Berlin arson attack that left thousands without power
German police have launched nationwide raids over a suspected arson attack on Berlin's power grid that affected many thousands. Six mont...Read More
Concerns grow for stranded whale still stuck on German coast
A large whale is fighting for survival off Germany's Baltic coast after becoming trapped in shallow waters. Despite rescue efforts aroun...Read More
Conservatives leading, far right makes gains in state election in western Germany
Projections show that Friedrich Merz's conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has won the elections in Rhineland-Palatinate in we...Read More
Germany launches alliance to fairly recruit skilled workers
Germany needs new talent for its labor market — and fresh ideas to ensure that foreign workers not only come, but also stay. New initiatives...Read More
Germany news: State of Rhineland-Palatinate holds elections
Voters in Rhineland-Palatinate are set to choose a new state government. Run-off local elections are to take place in Bavaria, with the mayo...Read More
Germany's governing CDU, SPD watch latest regional election
Voters are set to go to the polls in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany's wine-growing region and home of Donald Trump's ancestors. It...Read More
Berlin closely watching latest German regional election
Voters are set to go to the polls in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany's wine-growing region and home of Donald Trump's ancestors. It...Read More
Germany's finance minister rejects money misuse accusations
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has begun to make use of billions in new debt intended to help revive Germany's economy. Is he spending ...Read More
Racism in Germany widespread, but more subtle than before
Racism and discrimination are pervasive in Germany. Xenophobic and derogatory views remain rampant. To coincide with the International Day A...Read More
Germany news: Last day of campaigning before state election
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is on the campaign trail in a state election that sees his CDU tied with the SPD, while Defense Minister Bo...Read More
Germany: Police dismantle major cyberattack 'botnets'
German authorities have shut down two of the world’s largest "botnets" as part of a joint three-nation operation. Each of the netw...Read More
Germany news: Bus and tram strikes hit several states hard
A public transport strike has hit several German states, leaving commuters scrambling for alternatives. Meanwhile, it was revealed that some...Read More
EU summit: Hungary holds Ukraine aid ransom over Druzhba oil
EU leaders convene amid the war in Iran, but also while trying to retain focus on Ukraine with the Trump administration's eye elsewhere....Read More
Germany news: Merz says US has 'no convincing plan' in Iran
Chancellor Merz has again ruled out Germany's taking a role in the war on Iran. He said the country would have advised against it from t...Read More
Skeleton in Magdeburg Cathedral is almost certainly Otto I
When the sarcophagus of the former Holy Roman Emperor Otto the Great sustained damage and had to be opened, researchers decided to analyze t...Read More
Strike halts all passenger flights at Berlin airport
All passenger flights at the Berlin Brandenburg Airport, the German capital’s only major hub, have been halted for the day. Fire crew and ai...Read More
Germany: A regional election overshadowed by the Iran war
Another test case for Germany:s government: Voters will go to the polls in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany's wine-growing region and home ...Read More
Germany news: Strike to block all flights at Berlin airport
Berlin-Brandenburg Airport is to ground all flights amid a strike called for Wednesday. Meanwhile, Chancellor Friedrich Merz's CDU is se...Read More
German Catholic Church consecrates first bishop from India
Religious brother Joshy George Pottackal, born in India, is to become the first auxiliary bishop of non-European heritage. The diversity of ...Read More
Germany's Climate Protection measures are barely on target
Germany has managed to meet its climate target for 2025. But only just. Environment Minister Schneider is calling for greater efforts, yet t...Read More
Germany news: CDU leads in Hesse vote — partial results
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's CDU is set to remain the strongest party at the local level in the central state of Hesse. source https://...Read More
The BKA — 'Germany's FBI' — turns 75
Founded in 1951, the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) was dominated for decades by men with Nazi pasts. Today, the BKA is a central pill...Read More
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