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MILITARYSep 1Munich's defence tech boom: How Germany's rearmament is reshaping a Bavarian cityBehind the record budgets and drone contracts lies a story of ex-carmakers retraining for the battlefield and a city racing to build faster than its own permitting system will allow.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 1Germany retail sales slide 3.4% in July, annual decline hits fastest since 2023Germany's retail sales declined by 3.4% in July, marking the fastest annual drop since 2023 and indicating a significant economic trend.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 31Nigeria’s ambassador to Germany angry with Akwa Ibom council chairperson over poor roadAkwa Ibom’s Itu LGA received N9.46bn in FAAC allocations under Chairperson Ubong Nkutt, but Ambassador Ita Enang is questioning the council’s spending and the state of infrastructure, including roads, while fiscal records challenge some of his revenue claims. The post Nigeria’s ambassador to Germany angry with Akwa Ibom council chairperson over poor road appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSAug 31Germany and France float plan to bring Kallas under von der Leyen's supervisionUnder the German-Franco plan, Kaja Kallas would have a more hands-on role inside the European Commission, with broader responsibilities. But Ursula von der Leyen would retain the final say on foreign policy.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSAug 31Germany's inflation rate rises to 2.9% in AugustGermany's inflation rate increased to 2.9% in August. This economic data point indicates a change in the cost of living and purchasing power within the country.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 31Germany: Sven Schulze takes on the far-right AfDThe AfD is way ahead in the polls in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt. But the young state premier insists he can stop the far-right from leading a government for the first time since World War II.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 31Nord Stream bombings put Ukraine’s ties with Germany under pressureThe blasts strain ties with Ukraine and have exposed the risks of relying on Russian gas, analysts say.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICTBREAKINGAug 31Germany news: Police operation in Cologne after shots firedDW News [en]
POLITICSAug 31Germany is poised to enter one of its most dangerous moments yetpolitico.eu · United States
POLITICSAug 30Germany : Merz warns of problem in Saxony - Anhalt under AfDA German politician has warned of potential problems in Saxony-Anhalt under the AfD party. This indicates political concern regarding the future governance and stability of a German state.dw.com · Germany
POLITICSAug 30Fact check: Germany's Merz misstates record in ARD interviewMigration, debt and electric vehicles: Chancellor Friedrich Merz made several misleading claims in his ARD summer interview. DW Fact check reviewed them live.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 30Merz : Germany coordinating Leipzig drone incident response with alliesMerz stated that Germany is coordinating with allies regarding a drone incident in Leipzig. This indicates an international response to a security event involving drones.yahoo.com · United States
POLITICSAug 30Germany news: Merz warns of 'problems' in Saxony-Anhalt under AfDChancellor Friedrich Merz said that a victory for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in next week's election in Saxony-Anhalt would seriously damage the eastern German state.DW News [en]
DISASTERAug 30Is Germany's Laacher See volcano stirring again? Scientists detect hundreds of deep earthquakesThe Laacher See volcano last erupted around 13,000 years ago. Now, deep below the Eifel, scientists are reporting signs it remains active.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 30Germany's Christian Churches take a stand against far rightThe AfD in Saxony-Anhalt has embarked on a confrontational course toward the churches. Representatives of the Catholic and Protestant churches are responding with a mix of anxiety and resolve.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 30Germany news: Politicians call for ban on radical AfD state branchesSome German politicians have called for a ban on the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's more radical state branches. Follow DW for the latest.DW News [en]
WORLDAug 30British woman , 31 , dies after stabbing at train station in GermanyA 31-year-old British woman has died following a stabbing incident at a train station in Germany. This reports a serious violent crime with international implications due to the victim's nationality.lbc.co.uk · United Kingdom
BUSINESSAug 30Keyamo Backs Review Of Nigeria - Germany Air PactKeyamo has expressed support for a review of the air pact between Nigeria and Germany. This involves policy discussions regarding international agreements.leadership.ng · Nigeria
POLITICSAug 29Germany news: Merkel tells voters to 'stand up' for democracyFormer German Chancellor Merkel has weighed in on elections in Saxony-Anhalt, where the far-right AfD leads the polls. Meanwhile, some politicians have called for a ban on the party's more radical state branches.DW News [en]
BUSINESSAug 29Germany news: Sick leave wage bill doubles in 15 yearsGerman firms paid out a record €86 billion in wages to employees on sick leave last year, according to new research. Meanwhile, dozens of firefighters tackled a blaze at a refugee home in Berlin overnight. DW has more.DW News [en]
DISASTERAug 29Germany news: Fire at Berlin refugee home sparks evacuationsDozens of firefighters were deployed after the blaze broke out on the fourth floor of a refugee shelter in Spandau. Meanwhile, a Taliban team is reportedly in Germany to help speed up Afghan deportations. DW has more.DW News [en]
BUSINESSAug 29Store Facing Closure : Decor Chain Closes All Branches in GermanyA decor chain is closing all its branches across Germany, leading to the closure of multiple stores. This represents a significant event for the company and its employees within the German retail sector.vol.at · Austria
BUSINESSAug 29Germany risks missing gas storage target as industry faces cold-winter threatGermany will miss its November gas-storage target if injections continue at their current pace, the country’s storage association has warned. Although there is no immediate gas shortage, low storage levels combined with a very cold winter could threaten industrial production in the country.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYAug 28Germany news: Baltic summit plans hybrid-threat task forceMinisters from countries bordering the Baltic Sea have agreed on a rapid response force to counter hybrid threats. Meanwhile, the far-right AfD has failed to topple a state premier. DW has more updates from Germany.DW News [en]