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German teacher ill for 17 years fights in court for full salary

A teacher in North Rhine-Westphalia has been on sick leave on full pay since 2009. Now, at 62, she is to be retired, but is challenging this in court as fraud investigations run in parallel.

Sport

Jürgen Klopp confirmed as new German national team coach

Klopp takes over following the departure of Julian Nagelsmann and a dismal 2026 World Cup campaign.

Europe News

Porsche plans Cayenne return to Leipzig as staff face pay cuts

The Cayenne is set to return to Germany. But the planned move of production to Leipzig apparently comes at a high price, with staff expected to give up part of their pay.

Europe News

France and Germany abandon joint fighter jet project

The project was seen as a key test of European efforts to work more closely on defence as they seek to present a united front in the face of a hostile Russia at a time of souring ties with the United States.

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Europe News

Germany sees rise in conscientious objectors amid new conscription law

Germany has seen a spike in conscientious objector applications after new conscription laws, as debate over military service and security continues to intensify.

Germany

Germany could help secure Hormuz, but once war ends — defence minister

The Bundeswehr could take on a role in securing one of the world's most important trade routes after the end of the war, "but now is not the time to discuss that," the German defence minister said.

Egypt

Egypt's energy crisis measures will not affect tourists, says minister

Due to a severe energy crisis, the Egyptian government has decided to take short-term measures.

Business

Volkswagen axes 50,000 jobs after profits collapse by nearly half

Volkswagen Group profits slumped by almost half in 2025. Trade conflicts, difficulties in China and the change in strategy at Porsche are putting Europe's largest car manufacturer under pressure.

Ukraine

Study finds Europe has maintained stable aid to Kyiv despite US exit

The US has almost completely withdrawn aid to Kyiv but Europe has stepped up and massively increased support to fill the gap, stabilising the flow of cash. But a new report finds that the majority of aid comes from a small handful of states.

Germany

German election: What voters expect from the next government

Climate change and Europe are among the issues voters seem to be most keen for the next government to focus on.

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