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‘Golden algae’ caused mass fish deaths in River Oder, say scientists 

Drought and industrial pollution appear to have created the poisonous cocktail that has puzzled authorities for weeks.

Germany

Mass fish die-off sparks political row between Poland and Germany

Experts in the Czech Republic, the UK and the Netherlands are helping the investigation into the hundreds of tonnes of fish found dead in the Oder River.

Germany

Germany lowers natural gas tax to ease burden on consumers

Many German citizens are struggling with soaring energy costs following Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Germany

Germany's Chancellor Scholz faces grilling over financial scandal

Investigators are looking into whether political leaders - among them Olaf Scholz - pressured Hamburg's municipal tax office into waiving tens of millions of euros in tax fees.

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The leaning tower of Bremerhaven was 'a disaster waiting to happen'

An iconic lighthouse in the northern German city's port is in danger of collapsing.

Germany

Shipping traffic briefly halted on Rhine as cargo vessel breaks down

The blockage occurred at a time when ships are already facing record low water levels on the river amid a drought.

Mobility

BMW test car involved in fatal crash in Germany 'wasn't self-driving'

A 33-year-old woman was killed in the four-car incident in southern Germany after a BMW iX test car veered into traffic.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Germany NATO spending, Wagner group, Griner appeal

Germany to fall short of NATO spending targets, US basketball star Brittney Griner appeal, and Wagner group HQ bombed: The latest developments in the Ukraine war.

World News

Speculation over 'environmental disaster' in Germany Poland

Speculation has mounted over the cause of an "environmental disaster" in Germany and Poland, after thousands of dead fish washed up on the banks of the Oder river.

Germany

Ex-chancellor Schröder sues German parliament over lost privileges

Schröder has been widely criticised for his ties with Russia after the country invaded Ukraine.

World News

Mass fish die-off in German Polish river worries conservationists

Dead fish have littered the banks of the Oder River in Poland and Germany, prompting conservationists to call on government authorities to investigate.

Germany

Scores injured in rollercoaster crash at Legoland in southern Germany

Two roller coaster trains crashed into each other at the amusement park, injuring at least 34 people.

Germany

Rhine river so low cargo ships might not get through, say officials

The Rhine is one of Germany's key water routes for transporting goods, and vessels with bigger drafts might not be able to use the river if levels continue to fall.

Germany

Party officials reject bid to expel former German chancellor Schröder

The SPD committee did note that Schröder's actions had damaged the party but did not break their rules.

Germany

Berlin blaze under control but fears of further explosions persist

Authorities on Friday are hoping to get a closer look at the ammunition site, with help from armoured vehicles and robots.

Germany

Powered by poo: German energy plant makes biogas from manure

With Germany scrambling to find alternatives to Russian natural gas, an energy plant in Zerbsk is producing biogas made from chicken and cow manure.

Germany

Fire at Berlin's forest rages on as efforts to contain it continue

Some 10,000 square metres of one of the German capital's most extensive city forests have been affected, while the situation remains dangerous.

Germany

Sales of electric heaters soar in Germany amid winter gas crisis fears

Germany is heavily reliant on Russian gas imports and Berlin fears supplies will be cut this winter over the war in Ukraine.

Culture news

Why would someone want Hitler's wristwatch?

An auction house in the US has become known for its Nazi memorabilia. But why is there such a big market?

Sport

England's Lionesses celebrate their Euro 2022 triumph

England's football heroines celebrate their Euro 2022 victory in front of thousands of fans in central London.

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