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German accused of founding armed group to fight COVID rules
German accused of founding armed group to fight COVID rules
The man reportedly believed the rules were being used as a pretext to abolish basic rights.
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Politics
New naturalization law
New naturalization law
The government is planning a new naturalization law allowing dual citizenship.
Germany on guard against terrorism
Germany on guard against terrorism
Against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war German authorities are confronting a "complex threat situation" at home.
Germany's students fare worse than ever in PISA school tests
Germany's students fare worse than ever in PISA school tests
The state of global education has been slammed by the first PISA performance assessment report since the pandemic.
EU faces 'huge' risk of terrorist attacks, says official
EU faces 'huge' risk of terrorist attacks, says official
The warning comes after a German tourist was killed in a knife attack in Paris.
Munich Airport resumes operations after sleet halted flights
Munich Airport resumes operations after sleet halted flights
Freezing conditions across southern Germany prompted Bavaria's main air hub to close on Tuesday morning.
COP28: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2023
COP28: Fossil fuel CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2023
As world leaders meet at COP28 in Dubai, research shows that carbon emissions are set to hit a record high.
Skip next section Culture and Society
Culture and Society
Why St. Nicholas puts candy in boots
Why St. Nicholas puts candy in boots
Were your boots ready for St. Nicholas Day on December 6? The saint's secret gift-giving inspired Santa Claus.
Let it snow: happy kids and frustrated commuters in southern Germany
Let it snow: happy kids and frustrated commuters in southern Germany
On Tuesday morning, icy rain meant travelers to and from southern Germanys faced considerable delays.
Hand-painted Christmas angels from the Ore Mountains
Hand-painted Christmas angels from the Ore Mountains
Eastern Germany has a long tradition of Christmas ornaments: some figures are a good 100 years old.
How colonial Germany extended its empire in Africa
How colonial Germany extended its empire in Africa
Dodgy land contracts by German merchants helped legitimize German colonial claims in Africa.
Shady Deals: How Germany built an African Empire
Shady Deals: How Germany built an African Empire
In 1883, Adolf Lüderitz bought an entire coastline in Namibia, kicking off Germany's colonial land acquisition.
'Maestro' pays tribute to Leonard Bernstein
'Maestro' pays tribute to Leonard Bernstein
Bradley Cooper's prosthetic nose sparked controversy, but his biopic is an authentic portrayal of Bernstein's charisma.
Writing letters to the Christkind, or Santa Claus
Writing letters to the Christkind, or Santa Claus
Every year, children in Germany put great effort into their wish lists to Santa Claus, St. Nicholas or the Christ Child.
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Business
Does Germany need to rethink globalization?
Does Germany need to rethink globalization?
After a bumpy half-decade, more and more economists and academics are calling to rethink globalization.
Will geopolitical tensions end globalization?
Will geopolitical tensions end globalization?
Rising geopolitical tensions have revealed big cracks in globalization and Germany must react says Moritz Schularick.
Decoding China: EU, China headed for challenging summit
Decoding China: EU, China headed for challenging summit
With the EU-China summit coming up, Beijing and Brussels are looking for ways to cooperate despite their rivalry.
Home office – misery or paradise?
Home office – misery or paradise?
Working from home has remained popular since the pandemic. But there are also disadvantages. What are they?
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Science and Environment
Climate: What is the global stocktake?
Climate: What is the global stocktake?
At key climate talks in Dubai, the world's first global climate progress report will set the agenda.
New eczema medication has revolutionized treatment
New eczema medication has revolutionized treatment
The new drugs use JAK inhibitors or monoclonal antibodies like Dupilumab.
Malignant melanoma and the risk of metastases
Malignant melanoma and the risk of metastases
Malignant melanoma can quickly spread – or metastasize – to the lungs and brain. A new immunotherapy treatment can help.
Germany: Get COVID shots for Christmas, minister urges
Germany: Get COVID shots for Christmas, minister urges
Ahead of Christmas, the country is currently experiencing a wave of COVID-19 infections, and vaccination rates are low.
How does the skin work?
How does the skin work?
Our skin isn't just a shell for the body – it's a living organ that performs lots of vital functions.
Fact check: Myths about electric vehicles busted
Fact check: Myths about electric vehicles busted
Some people still hesitate to buy electric cars. We take a look at the five most popular myths about EVs.
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Travel
Europe's most beautiful churches
Europe's most beautiful churches
Europe's cathedrals and churches are masterpieces of architecture.
How to travel in Germany — a compact guide
How to travel in Germany — a compact guide
Planning a trip to Germany? Here's what you need to know to have a great vacation.
Snowstorms, winter weather halt traffic, flights in Germany
Snowstorms, winter weather halt traffic, flights in Germany
Cities across Germany are submerged in snow. The arrival of winter weather has delayed departures by air, road and rail.
Germany's beautiful Christmas markets
Germany's beautiful Christmas markets
Around 2,500 festive fairs take place each year in Germany. Here are our top picks.
10 reasons to love the German state of Hesse
10 reasons to love the German state of Hesse
The central German state of Hesse has it all: lush nature, bustling cities, a rich history and a vibrant cultural scene.
What are the world's 10 most popular travel destinations?
What are the world's 10 most popular travel destinations?
The World Tourism Organization has published its latest list of the world's most popular countries. Who made the cut?
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Sports
Nigeria legend Jay-Jay Okocha: Bundesliga can grow in Africa
Nigeria legend Jay-Jay Okocha: Bundesliga can grow in Africa
The former Eintracht Frankfurt midfielder believes that the Bundesliga has opportunities to grow its imprint in Africa.
Bayer Leverkusen's AFCON headache risks wider fallout
Bayer Leverkusen's AFCON headache risks wider fallout
When the Africa Cup of Nations starts in January, the Bundesliga pacesetters will be without several key players.
Philipp Lahm: Germany can learn from U17s World Cup win
Philipp Lahm: Germany can learn from U17s World Cup win
Former national captain Philipp Lahm believes the U17s' win at the soccer World Cup can offer the blueprint to victory.
EURO 2024 in Germany: What you need to know
EURO 2024 in Germany: What you need to know
There are less than seven months to go before the European Football Championship kicks off in Munich.
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DAILY DRONE
Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral
The cathedral is Cologne's landmark - and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.
Speyer Cathedral
Speyer Cathedral
The medieval Imperial and St. Mary's Cathedral in Speyer is the largest Romanesque church in the world!
#DailyDrone: St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Passau
#DailyDrone: St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Passau
Our drone flies over St. Stephen's Cathedral in Passau, which houses the world's largest cathedral organ.
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