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. 25/10/2024
Living 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. 01/10/2024
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. 05/09/2024
Europe News 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. 05/09/2024
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. 17/07/2024
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. 17/07/2024
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. 24/06/2024
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. 12/04/2024
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. 09/04/2024
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. 11/03/2024
Travel News Frankfurt and Hamburg: No departures from major airports due to strike How to find out if your flight or train is cancelled and how to rebook or get a refund. 05/03/2024
Business Unitary Patent is game changer, says EPO chief – interview Unitary Patent is huge step forward in the creation of a single market for technology, putting Europe on a par with the US and China, EPO chief Antonio Campinos tells Euronews in an interview. 28/02/2024
World News EU must strengthen its defence: Munich Security Conference Europe “cannot afford the luxury of waiting more to get European defence organised,” said the conference chairman. 19/02/2024
World News Zelenskyy warns 'artificial deficit' of weapons hurts Kyiv's defence Ukraine's top military commander announced a withdrawal of troops from Avdiivka on Saturday in a bid to preserve troops' lives as the country struggles to match Russia's firepower. 17/02/2024
Economy Germany now world's third largest economy as Japan loses its spot Japan slips into recession, becoming the 4th-largest economy, behind the US, China and now Germany. 15/02/2024
Travel News Austria’s ‘bold’ 2040 rail plan could dramatically cut travel times "It is a rail network for a climate-neutral Austria in which climate protection and good mobility go hand in hand." 05/02/2024
Sport Thousands gather for Franz Beckenbauer memorial service in Munich The football legend died on 7 January, aged 78, after suffering from various health problems. 19/01/2024
Travel News Flights cancelled at German airports due to ‘extreme’ conditions Delays and cancellations snarled runways for several days. 19/01/2024
Culture news Arnold Schwarzenegger detained at Munich airport over luxury watch The actor and former California governor travelled to Germany for a charity auction, but was held up upon arrival for failing to follow EU rules when it comes to valuable items over a certain price tag. 18/01/2024
Economy Will German manufacturers have to reduce production with orders down? The latest industrial data from Germany has been released and shows a decline in manufacturing orders. 06/12/2023