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EU News

Berlin youth rally against rearmament draws Pro-Palestine protesters

According to police, around 5,000 people joined a demonstration by the initiative "Gen Z regelt" at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate. In the afternoon, organisers claimed some 11,000 participants had taken part.

31 October 2026

Economy

Germany, France, Italy and Spain: Where was inflation highest in October?

Inflation rose in Italy and France, held in Spain and fell in Germany in October. What is driving the gap between Europe's largest economies and will the European Central Bank hike again in December?

30 October 2026

Health news

Which vaccinations are recommended for this autumn

In Germany new recommendations for coronavirus vaccinations now apply. Even last year far fewer people had themselves vaccinated against flu.

30 October 2026

Europe News

German serial rapist sentenced to 12 years, 44 cases still probed

Frank S. was sentenced to 12 years in prison, followed by preventive detention. The 69-year-old from Berlin systematically drugged and raped 14 women and filmed the assaults. A further 44 cases are expected to be examined in a separate trial.

29 October 2026

EU News

Is von der Leyen’s ‘associate membership’ for Canada already dead?

The term ‘associate membership’ was dropped from the EU-Canada summit text after German pushback, in a major blow to Commission President von der Leyen. Nonetheless, the two sides are still keen to boost their partnership.

29 October 2026

EU News

EU removes mention of ‘associate membership’ from Canada declaration

The EU has dropped “associate membership” from the draft EU-Canada summit declaration after German objections, replacing it with “ever closer association”.

28 October 2026

Europe News

Germany and Japan strengthen economic ties as global tensions rise

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi agreed in Tokyo on Wednesday to deepen cooperation on economic security and high tech. It is Merz's first visit to Japan since taking office in May 2025.

28 October 2026

Business

Chemicals giant BASF raises profit guidance after Iran war price hikes

German chemicals giant BASF raised its 2026 outlook for the second time this year on Wednesday after raising prices for some products following the outbreak of the Iran war.

28 October 2026

Business

Mercedes-Benz cuts 2026 profit outlook amid China market struggles

Mercedes-Benz now expects its 2026 core profit to remain flat at €5.8 billion, abandoning its earlier forecast of 15% growth, further signaling the severe structural crisis threatening Germany's automotive industry.

27 October 2026

Singapore

Merz courts Asian investors as he insists Europe remains a safe bet

The German chancellor's upbeat pitch comes at a time of mounting pressure in Berlin, where a ministerial resignation and rising far-right support have left the chancellor’s coalition on shaky ground.

27 October 2026

Europe News

Major fire breaks out at Hitler's mountain retreat in Bavaria

The building, completed in 1938, was designed to be used as a retreat for Nazi officials, although it was rarely used by Hitler himself.

24 October 2026

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Germany: Humanoid robots and AI supercomputers take centre stage in Berlin

Humanoid robots, intelligent machines and powerful supercomputers take centre stage at Nvidia's Berlin event. CEO Jensen Huang predicted a thriving AI economy in Europe.

22 October 2026

Europe News

Germany arrests Ukrainian suspected of spying for Russia

A Ukrainian national has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia. According to federal prosecutors, he allegedly gathered defence-related information.

22 October 2026

Europe News

Six European destinations included in ‘Best of the World’ selection

National Geographic has curated its list of 25 must-visit places for 2027, with six destinations in Europe making the cut, including the Tricity area in Poland and Vestland in Norway.

22 October 2026

Europe News

EU planned to scrap clock changes. Why are they still happening?

This Sunday the clocks will be turned back again, even though the EU Parliament set abolition in motion at the end of 2019. Why?

22 October 2026

Earth News

‘Like Armageddon’: Europe’s cherished swimspots choked by algal blooms

'Green sludge' is appearing on Europe's shorelines as warming waters, sewage and agricultural runoff fuel the growth of toxic algae.

22 October 2026