Why Germany struggles to go digital
Germany still leans on fax machines and paperwork for basic public services. How can a nation of tech pioneers be so slow to adopt digital government?...
Dec 27Deutsche WelleTechnology
Germany still leans on fax machines and paperwork for basic public services. How can a nation of tech pioneers be so slow to adopt digital government?...
The German government seems to have three things on its mind in regard to US capture of of Venezuelan President NicolĂĄs Maduro: be cautious, wait-and-see and don't upset Donald Trump....
In the monthly ARD Deutschlandtrend poll, German voters polled express little confidence that 2026 will be a peaceful and prosperous year. The reputation of the US is at an all-time low.nato...
A leftâwing extremist group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a Berlin power plant. What drives such an attack, and how serious a threat does this radical network pose?...
A parliamentary inquiry has been looking into the policy decisions made to contain the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany. The decisions made by key leaders from the time are being questioned....
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is investing billions in European and international systems, from Czech pistols to US fighter jets. Why are those weapons not being purchased from German manufa...
The interior minister says he will "hit back" at left-wing extremists suspected of having caused the Berlin blackout. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is heading for India. DW has more....
The number of US military personnel stationed in Germany has risen significantly under the presidency of Joe Biden, reflecting heightening tensions in Europe....
Tens of thousands of households without electricity and heating amid freezing temperatures...
The Interior Ministry attributed the drop in applications to stricter migration policies, but other factors also played a role....
The number of illegal border entries in Germany has decreased by more than half over the past two years, according to Federal Police data. DW has more....
Germany needs a fund to tackle loneliness, which is now hitting under-30s as well as older people, a body representing 10,000 towns and municipalities said. DW has the latest....
A parliamentary inquiry has been looking into the policy decisions made to contain the coronavirus pandemic in Germany. The decisions made by key leaders from the time are being questioned....
Chancellor Merz has told coalition politicians the situation in several key German businesses is "very critical." He said the government must prioritize improving areas like energy and labor costs in ...
In Germany, it is only permitted to sell fireworks in the three days leading up to New Yearâs Eve. Some line up early to buy them, but others have safety concerns and want to see them banned altogethe...
In the text of his New Year's address, the Chancellor describes a world in permanent crisis mode and insists on his ability to act. The speech will be broadcast on 31 December....
Ukraine is investigating Russiaâs use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile against civilian infrastructure as a war crime, as the UK, Germany and France called the attack âunacceptableâ....
Chancellor Friedrich Merz touched on war in Ukraine, increased defense spending, changing ties to the US, technological upheaval, industrial stagnation, sluggish reforms, migration and more in his New...
The UK, Canada, Germany and several other countries on Wednesday condemned Israelâs decision to approve 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, saying the move violated international law and ris...
Donald Trump's desire to acquire Greenland has raised questions about the US's commitment to NATO. The US maintains a major military presence in Germany â a vital part of its post-World War II nationa...