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German 'Grannies against the right' protest ahead of elections

The far-right Alternative for Germany could become the strongest party in state parliament if it wins the 1 September elections in Thuringia and Saxony.

Climate

Will Europe’s heatwaves continue throughout August?

Spain's weather agency has warned that temperatures could be higher than normal until October.

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WATCH: Steinmeier asks for forgiveness 80 years after Warsaw Uprising

During the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier sought forgiveness from Poles, attributing wartime atrocities to German nationalism, imperialism, and racism.

Economy

More Germans left without jobs this summer as economy contracts

The unemployment rate in Germany is creeping back up to levels seen during the early phase of the pandemic.

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Culture news

Bella Hadid responds with her 'shock' at Adidas campaign

American model of Palestinian heritage Bella Hadid has responded to the furore over an Adidas campaign that revived a design from the 1972 Munich Olympics.

Europe News

Germany's top court partially backs reform to cut number of MPs

Germany's highest court on Tuesday upheld the central part of an electoral reform designed to downsize the country's increasingly bloated parliament.

Economy

Eurozone growth picks up but Germany's economy sees surprise fall

The eurozone's GDP grew 0.3% in the second quarter of 2024, exceeding expectations, but Germany's contracted by 0.1%, indicating economic struggles for the bloc’s largest economy.

Serbia

Thousands of Serbians protest against EU lithium excavation deal

Crowds of people rallied in several towns and cities in Serbia on Monday to protest a lithium excavation plan the Western Balkan country's government recently signed with the EU.

Culture news

UNESCO adds Germany's Schwerin Castle to world heritage list

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee is nearing the end of its annual session to discuss new sites to add to its prestigious heritage list. Some exciting landmarks have been added but others have been put at risk.

Russia

Putin promises 'mirror measures' to US missiles in Germany

The US has said it plans to station long-range and hypersonic missiles in Germany.

World News

Congestion across Europe as drivers set out on summer holidays

Huge amounts of traffic slowed down travel in Germany, Croatia and Slovenia as holidaymakers set off for trips as schools finished for the summer.

Economy

Germany's business climate worsens in July: European stocks plunge

Germany's business sentiment worsened more than expected in July, marking the second consecutive monthly decline, bolstering fears that the Eurozone's largest economy is once again under pressure.

Travel News

Frankfurt flights cancelled after climate activists protest on runways

More than 100 flights have been cancelled.

Europe News

Is German government prepared for a second Trump presidency?

With less than four months until the US presidential election, the government in Berlin is preparing for the possibility of a Trump victory. How could his return impact Germany and the EU?

Germany

UK and Germany unite on defence to boost military ties

The deal comes as freshly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to "reset" the UK's security ties with the EU.

Europe News

Ukrainians face decrease in support from Germany

Berlin plans to decrease financial aid to Ukraine as conservative politicians complain of money being given to refugees.

Green News

Who are the climate protesters targeting European airports?

Flights have been grounded at airports around Europe this week after protesters glued themselves to runways.

Europe News

Germany bans organisation with alleged links to Iran and Hezbollah

Five other related groups and associations around Germany were also shut down.

Culture news

Adidas issues apology to Bella Hadid after pulling Olympic shoe ad

After campaigners convinced Adidas to drop its Olympics campaign featuring the pro-Palestinian model, the German shoe brand has now issued an apology to Bella Hadid.

Economy

Eurozone private sector activity falls in July: Is the recovery over?

Eurozone private sector activity dropped in July, hitting a five-month low. The Composite PMI fell to 50.1, signalling near-stagnation and raising concerns about the recovery's momentum.