Permit Renewals: Fewer Ausländerbehörde Trips
New German law lets permit renewals reuse stored biometrics, so many residents skip the fingerprint appointment.
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Speed-Check Week Hits Roads Aug 3-9
A nationwide speed-check week runs Aug 3-9 with 13 of 16 states involved. Here is what drivers in Germany should expect.
July Inflation Jumps to 2.8 Percent
German July inflation rose to 2.8 percent, a three-month high, as energy prices jumped after a fuel-duty cut expired.
Rhine Low Water Near Record, Costs Rise
Rhine low water is near its record at Kaub, lifting freight surcharges that may raise fuel and heating-oil prices.
Rossmann Recall: Salmonella in Apple Chips
A Rossmann recall hits GENUSSPLUS KIDS apple chips over salmonella. Check your cupboard and return them for a refund.
What Changes in August 2026 in Germany
A quick guide to the changes in August 2026 in Germany, from school care and AI labels to train points and solar pay.
Germany Adopts Startup and Scaleup Strategy
Germany's new startup and scaleup strategy sets 152 measures to ease founding, funding and growth for young firms.
Germany Widens Afghan Deportations
A police decree widens Afghan deportations to people with no criminal record. Who is affected and the rights debate.
SAP Q2 Cloud Growth Beats, Shares Fall
SAP Q2 results beat expectations with 24 percent cloud growth, yet the shares fell on margin and AI worries.
Hamburger Sommerdom Opens for Five Weeks
The Hamburger Sommerdom opened on July 24 and runs for five weeks with free entry, big rides and Friday fireworks.
Frühstartrente: 10 Euro a Month per Child
The Frühstartrente child pension would pay 10 euros a month into a funded depot for every child aged 6 to 18 in Germany.
Hausarzt Shortage to Hit 12,000 by 2040
A new study warns Germany's Hausarzt shortage could leave 12,000 GP posts unfilled by 2040, hitting rural areas hardest.