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German authorities charge suspect in Munich car ramming attack

Federal prosecutors said in a statement that on the morning of 13 February, the suspect "deliberately drove his car" into the union event in downtown Munich.

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Four killed as small plane crashed in Pinzgau in Austria

A small airplane that took off from Oberschleissheim near Munich in Bavaria crashed in Pinzgau in Austria on Saturday afternoon. According to initial reports, four people on board the plane were killed.

Business

Munich Re reports wildfire losses but sticks with profit outlook

Germany’s reinsurance giant took a serious hit from the US wildfires, dragging down the company’s property and casualty reinsurance segments and almost halving Munich Re’s net earnings.

Travel News

German airport strikes cause major flight delays and cancellations

The one day walk out has already left thousands of flights grounded at hubs including Berlin, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf and Munich.

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Two people die from their injuries after Munich car-ramming attack

39 people were injured in the car-ramming attack, which targeted a demonstration by the labour union Ver.di in Munich on Thursday.

Germany

Costa says Europe not giving up on support for Ukraine

EU Council President António Costa has insisted Europe is "not giving up. We will continue to support Ukraine as an integral part of our project for peace."

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Seriously injured child among 36 hurt after Munich car ramming attack

Police say that at least 36 people, two critically, were injured after a car ploughed into a trade union demonstration.

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Top lawmaker insists Europe should join Ukraine peace talks

US president Donald Trump is engaging in peace talks with Russian president Vladimir Putin, without involving European countries.

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On the scene: Munich car ramming a 'suspected attack,' say authorities

The suspect, who has been taken into custody, is a 24-year-old Afghanistan-born asylum seeker, according to authorities.

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At least 28 injured in Munich in apparent car ramming attack

Police say the suspect is a 24-year-old Afghanistan national who has been apprehended at the scene of the incident, which the authorities believe was intentional.

Economy

End of economic crisis? DAX rises as German business sentiment surges

The DAX index rose during the end of the week as improved German business sentiment and positive private sector data rescued investor confidence. The Ifo Business Climate Index increased for the first time in six months, offering a light at the end of the tunnel.

Earth News

Waste from German hops farms turned into building materials

HopfON was inspired by how banana fibres in Colombia are used to make sustainable building materials.

Europe News

Munich suspect killed in shootout known to Austrian police

Emrah I, an 18-year-old Austrian with Bosnian roots, was killed in a shootout with Munich police. Authorities suspect he planned a terror attack on the Israeli consulate with an antique gun with a bayonet attached to it.

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Suspect killed in police shootout near Israeli Consulate in Munich

Israel’s Foreign Ministry said the consulate was closed when the incident occurred and that no staff had been affected.

Culture news

Adele confirms she’s taking a ‘big break’ from music

“I don’t have any plans for new music at all.” Adele has revealed that she has no intention of making new material anytime soon, and plans to take a break after her upcoming shows in Germany and Las Vegas.

Business

Prost! Munich gets its first booze-free beer garden

Alcohol is slipping in popularity in Germany and new businesses are seeking to cash in.

Economy

Germany's business climate falls in June: No Euro 2024 fairytale?

Sentiment among German companies fell more than anticipated in June, the first fall since last December. The service sector improved but the trade sector worsened. Euro 2024 is expected to bring additional revenue but will not significantly affect the economy.

Destinations

From Munich to Amsterdam: Which European cities are the most walkable?

A new study has revealed that European cities are some of the most walkable in the world.

Culture news

German art gallery employee fired after hanging up his own painting

A member of staff at the Pinakothek der Moderne in Munich has been fired for hanging up his own painting.

Travel News

Travel chaos in Germany as new strikes announced

Airport and rail workers have announced walkouts, just days after similar strikes caused disruption across Germany.