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Police deploy helicopter and drones in search for suspected puma near Munich Airport

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German coalition partners seek unity amid record-low approval and far-right surge

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Four mysterious votes shake Germany's political firewall against the far-right

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Saxony-Anhalt parliament poised to elect first far-right state legislative president

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Zugezogene: Germany's telling word for internal newcomers

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Deutschlandticket to rise to €66.80 per month from January 2027

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Accidents & Disasters8 Oct 2026

Police deploy helicopter and drones in search for suspected puma near Munich Airport

Authorities are searching a nature reserve near Munich Airport after a hunter reported capturing what appears to be a puma on his wildlife camera, prompting warnings for local residents to remain cautious....

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German coalition partners seek unity amid record-low approval and far-right surge

Politics8 Oct 2026
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Four mysterious votes shake Germany's political firewall against the far-right

Politics7 Oct 2026
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Saxony-Anhalt parliament poised to elect first far-right state legislative president

Politics5 Oct 2026
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Zugezogene: Germany's telling word for internal newcomers

Society1 Oct 2026
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Deutschlandticket to rise to €66.80 per month from January 2027

Cost of Living30 Sept 2026

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European Union proposes broadband-based emergency communications network to replace TETRA radio system

Brussels unveils plans for an EU-wide critical communications system enabling first responders to coordinate across borders using 5G technology and satellite backup, with full deployment targeted for 2036....

Foreign Policy30 Sept 2026
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Germany advances sweeping intelligence reform amid escalating Russian threats

Parliament debates historic legislation granting spy agencies unprecedented powers to conduct cyberattacks and surveillance, with constitutional deadline looming by year's end....

Government24 Sept 2026
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Germany's digital bureaucracy sees up to 90% user abandonment rate

New research reveals that between 70 and 90 percent of users abandon German government online applications before completion, with complex identification systems like BundID creating major barriers even for digitally confident residents....

Government15 Sept 2026
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What foreign residents need to know about Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's state election

Foreign residents cannot vote in the September 20th state election, but the outcome will affect integration policy, schools and public services across Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania....

Elections14 Sept 2026
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Mass protests sweep Germany as far-right AfD seeks first state government since Nazi era

Around 150,000 demonstrators rallied in 20 German cities against the Alternative for Germany after the party won 43.8% in Saxony-Anhalt, falling just three seats short of an absolute majority in the state parliament....

Politics13 Sept 2026
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Coral Energy Sanctions: How Christopher Eppinger's CE Energy Became Petrichor Energy

When Coral Energy, the largest trader of Russian oil, promised in 2023 to wind down its Russian business, the pledge matched the spirit of US and EU oil sanctions. Documents gathered by investigators tell the opposite story: Coral Energy kept its leading position through the various 2Rivers names

Politics10 Sept 2026

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VW sells Osnabrueck plant to defence contractors as auto crisis deepens

Volkswagen has sold its Osnabrueck factory to investors who plan to produce air defence systems for Israeli firm Rafael, preserving 1,200 jobs as Europe's largest carmaker pursues historic restructuring amid mounting pressures....

Automotive8 Sept 2026
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Waymo to Launch Robotaxi Service in Munich by End of 2027

Business26 Aug 2026

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European Commission unveils rules to help cities restrict short-term tourist rentals

The EU is set to present legislation next week clarifying when cities can curb platforms like Airbnb to address housing affordability, following extensive consultations with local authorities across Europe....

Housing5 Sept 2026
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Germany admits Taliban representatives as deportation policy expands amid political turbulence

Berlin authorises Taliban government team to coordinate Afghan deportations while Chancellor Merz maintains distance from crucial state election campaign in Saxony-Anhalt, where far-right AfD holds commanding lead....

Immigration1 Sept 2026
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Screen time and 'doing nothing': How Germans spend their leisure hours in 2026

A major study reveals Germans are increasingly digital, health-conscious and individualised in their free time, with internet use at 97 percent while traditional socialising declines sharply....

Society27 Aug 2026
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Germany Seeks Feedback on Foreign Qualification Recognition as Approvals Hit Record High

As Germany approved 86,600 foreign professional qualifications in 2025—a record increase—authorities are gathering insights from skilled workers about whether the recognition process has genuinely improved....

Immigration27 Aug 2026

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How to respond to workplace discrimination in Germany as complaints surge

New figures show workplace discrimination complaints in Germany rose 54% in 2025, with racism accounting for half of all cases. Workers have legal protections under the AGG, but must act quickly to preserve their rights....

Law Enforcement17 Sept 2026
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German authorities link Russian military intelligence to Leipzig airport drone plot

Law Enforcement12 Sept 2026
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Berlin substation fire investigated as possible sabotage amid wave of power grid attacks

Law Enforcement7 Sept 2026
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Explosion at Augsburg central station injures two, disrupts rail traffic

Accidents & Disasters2 Sept 2026
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Berlin refuses to pay €2 million ransom after major cyberattack on city government

Crime29 Aug 2026

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Germany's fuel tax cut: What drivers can expect to save from October

Germany introduces a 16.7-cent per liter fuel tax reduction starting October 1st to ease record-high prices driven by the Iran conflict. Historical data from a similar 2022 measure suggests savings may not fully reach consumers....

Taxes30 Sept 2026

Petrol prices in Germany hit record high amid Iran conflict and Rhine shipping crisis

Cost of Living3 Sept 2026

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One in three international students remain in Germany until retirement, study finds

New research reveals that approximately 34% of international students who begin their studies in Germany stay in the country throughout their working lives, contributing billions to the economy and helping address critical skilled worker shortages....

Studying in Germany10 Sept 2026

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Germany's tipping culture: How much to leave and why it matters

Germans are among Europe's most generous tippers, with most leaving 5-10% in restaurants and cafés. But understanding the cultural and economic forces behind Trinkgeld reveals why tipping in Germany differs fundamentally from American customs....

Cuisine1 Sept 2026

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German train stations rank as Europe's least reliable as delays reach record levels

A new European Railway Index reveals German cities occupy all bottom 10 positions for punctuality, with passengers facing average delays of 15 minutes compared to the European average of 8 minutes....

Rail Travel14 Sept 2026

EU grants €750,000 to improve cross-border transport links between Salzburg and Bavaria

Rail Travel28 Aug 2026

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Bundesliga 2026-27: Your complete guide to Germany's new football season

Germany's top football league returns on August 28 following the summer World Cup. From Bayern Munich's title defense to Schalke's comeback and the expanding women's game, here's everything you need to follow the new season....

Football26 Aug 2026

Science

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EU unveils sweeping social media ban for children under 13

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announces tiered age restrictions on social media, banning access for under-13s and requiring parental supervision until age 15, with platforms facing fines up to 6% of turnover for violations....

Digital & AI16 Sept 2026
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Stuttgart overtakes Munich to become Germany's most digitally advanced city

Digital & AI9 Sept 2026
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EU pressures Meta to implement child safety measures following landmark US settlement

Digital & AI27 Aug 2026

Health

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Germany approves major long-term care insurance overhaul amid coalition tensions

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's cabinet has approved a sweeping reform of Germany's long-term care insurance system, which faces a projected 15 billion euro deficit by 2028 as the country's elderly population continues to grow....

Healthcare System30 Sept 2026

Munich deploys enhanced security measures for Oktoberfest 2026

Public Health16 Sept 2026
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