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Almost half of all Germans want a ban on fireworks

In Germany, it is only permitted to sell fireworks in the three days leading up to New Year’s Eve. Some line up early to buy them, but others have safety concerns and want to see them banned altogethe...

3dDeutsche Wellesociety

Germany's empty churches repurposed as congregations shrink

The number of practicing Christians in Germany is falling. The result is surplus churches. What happens to these empty houses of worship?...

Dec 25Deutsche Wellesociety

We're raising our kids to speak three languages, and it's not as hard as people think.

The author is raising her kids to speak German, Dutch, and English. Courtesy of the author I grew up fascinated by different cultures and languages. My husband and I raise our children in three langua...

Dec 25Business InsiderlifestyleImpact

Germany's COVID-19 response under scrutiny

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....

6dDeutsche WellePolitics

German paratrooper unit probed over alleged abuse, antisemitism and violence

The elite Bundeswehr unit allegedly allowed a culture of misconduct to persist for years, such as antisemitism, sexual assault, and violent rituals....

3dEuronewsPoliticsImpact

Europe’s growth prospects depend on German spending spree, economists say

Rate of increase in output expected to slow despite Berlin’s fiscal push, FT survey finds...

6dFinancial TimeseconomicsImpact

German minister sees 'merit' to social media ban for teens

Looking into age restrictions on social media is "more than justified," Germany's Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger told the dpa news agency, commenting on Australia banning the platforms for childr...

Dec 26Deutsche WellePoliticsImpact

Two dead and church gutted by fire in 'unprecedented' New Year's violence in the Netherlands

Meanwhile, similar incidents of the police being targeted by fireworks were reported in Belgium and two youngsters died in an accident involving home-made explosives in Germany....

1dEuronewscrimeImpact

Some expect a critical conclusion to the Bundestag inquiry into German policy early in the pandemic

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....

6dDeutsche WellePoliticsImpact

Bundestag inquiry on Germany's COVID-19 response to conclude

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....

6dDeutsche WellePolitics

Punkt’s German-made MC03 smartphone comes to the US this spring

The MC03 aims to improve on the MC02’s shortcomings. Punkt, the Switzerland-based, privacy-focused phone maker, is trying the whole "smartphone" thing again . The MC03 improves on some of the disappoi...

20hThe VergeTechnologyImpact

Why plastic bans aren't working and what needs to change

Four years after Germany phased out light plastic bags, how has the EU addressed plastic waste — and why do single-use items still pile up in takeaway restaurants, shops and the environment?...

1dDeutsche WelleenvironmentImpact

Berlin and London intensify military cooperation with purchase of 60 million euros for new artillery

Germany and the United Kingdom are purchasing modern, mobile artillery for around 61 million euros. The deal is part of an intensified military cooperation—including plans for a joint long-range weapo...

5dEuronewsPoliticsImpact

New race to the moon: could a German be first this time?

Man is returning to the moon - and with him old rivalries and new ambitions. Europe wants to have its say; Germany wants to be at the forefront. A historic opportunity beckons for Berlin....

5dEuronewsScienceImpact

Ukrainian soldiers have incredible tactical patience and are far happier moving slowly than the British military

Experienced Ukrainian troops showed their Western trainers that, particularly in urban environments, they wanted to move slowly. YASUYOSHI CHIBA/AFP via Getty Images A British trainer who worked with ...

Dec 24Business Insiderworld_newsImpact

Maryland's Largest Solar Farm Online on Former Coal Mine

📋 Key Facts ✓ A former coal mine in western Maryland is generating solar power as the state's largest solar farm. ✓ Competitive Pow...

Dec 23Electrekenvironment

Grenades: Key Weapon in Ukraine's Trench Warfare

📋 Key Facts ✓ Grenades are used in close-quarters trench combat and dropped from drones in Ukraine's war. ✓ US provided over 500,00...

Dec 22Business Insiderworld_newsImpact

Thieves drill into German bank vault and steal millions from safety deposit boxes

A fire alarm summoned police officers and firefighters to the bank branch shortly before 4 am on Monday....

3dEuronewscrime

NATO is looking to Ukraine for ways to kill drones without wasting expensive missiles

NATO has identified interceptor drones as a promising new tool for air defense. Artur Widak/Anadolu via Getty Images NATO militaries are seeking air defense tools that are more affordable than expensi...

Dec 26Business Insiderworld_newsImpact

Berlin: New archaeological finds illuminate the city's medieval past

A brand-new museum has been established in Berlin to showcase the many fascinating Medieval artefacts that are being found underneath the German capital....

6dDeutsche Welleculture
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