New Proposal: Beamtenpension Could Be No More
Labour Minister Bärbel Bas has proposed merging civil servant pensions into the standard statutory system, a major reform that could reshape retirement…
What's Happening in Germany
Stay informed about the latest events and developments in Germany. This category provides up-to-date coverage on national news, regional happenings, policy changes, and significant announcements that affect life in Germany.
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German Economy Suffocating Under Bureaucracy as New Minister Promises Change
Economics Minister Katherina Reiche has laid out a broad plan to cut red tape and revive Germany's stalled economy, with measures that could directly affect…
German Prosecutors Seek Immunity Lift for AfD’s Maximilian Krah Over Corruption and China Ties
Dresden prosecutors have requested the lifting of immunity for AfD MP Maximilian Krah amid bribery allegations and suspected ties to China, marking a…
Fear of War Grows in Germany as Historical Memory Clashes with Present Reality
As Germany marks the 80th anniversary of WWII's end, public anxiety about a new European war is growing.
Merz Pushes for EU Unity While Facing Criticism Over Border Crackdown
Chancellor Merz visited Paris and Warsaw on his first diplomatic trip, seeking to strengthen EU ties - even as his strict new border policies draw fire at…
Germany’s Skilled Labor Shortage Reaches Critical Level, Affecting Majority of Companies
A new study shows 84% of German businesses are struggling to find qualified workers, making the skilled labor shortage one of the country's most pressing…
Nationwide Digital Radio Outage Disrupts Police and Emergency Services Across Germany
A nationwide failure in Germany's digital emergency communication network disrupted police, fire, and ambulance services - raising serious questions about…
Merz Elected German Chancellor After Unprecedented Parliamentary Turmoil
Friedrich Merz is Germany's 10th Chancellor after a historic two-round Bundestag vote - the first such process in post-war German history.
Nearly 200 German Police Officers Under Investigation for Extremist Views
At least 193 German police officers across multiple states face disciplinary action over suspected right-wing extremist beliefs or conspiracy theories, a…
German Intelligence Labels AfD as Extremist, Sparking Political and International Fallout
Germany's domestic intelligence agency has classified the AfD as a proven right-wing extremist organization, triggering major political and international…
Germany Drops Out of Top Ten in Global Press Freedom Ranking
Germany slipped from 10th to 11th in the 2025 Reporters Without Borders press freedom index.
CDU Sparks Debate with Business Executive Appointments to Key Ministerial Posts
The CDU has named prominent business figures to key cabinet positions, sparking debate about the influence of corporate interests in Germany's new coalition…