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Germany's Bureaucracy: Reform Stalled Despite Political Will

German Economics Minister Habeck and Chancellor Scholz called for significant bureaucratic reform, particularly regarding the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, but implementation faces challenges due to internal government resistance; a proposed constitutional amendment aims to enforce a stricter "one...

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Cologne Exhibition Showcases Pre-War Syria's Cultural Richness

The "Syria - Against Forgetting" exhibition in Cologne's Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum showcases Syria's rich cultural heritage, countering the dominant image of war and destruction by presenting artifacts and art from various periods, highlighting its diverse cultures, religions, and art, and curated ...

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19-Year-Old Attacks Police Officer in Kassel, Germany

In Kassel, Germany, a 19-year-old man with no fixed address attacked a police officer sitting in a patrol car at a red light, punching him repeatedly in the face and head, causing significant injuries. The attacker was arrested and faces charges including assault on a law enforcement officer, bodily...

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German Survey Reveals Public Fears About Nuclear Threats and Radon Exposure

A BfS survey (May-July 2024) of 2002 Germans shows 58% fear nuclear weapons use and 57% fear nuclear accidents, mainly due to the Ukraine war; 94% are unaware of radon risks, despite it being a leading cause of lung cancer; 22% worry about mobile phone radiation.

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Berlin Trial: Three Men Charged with Murder at Kottbusser Tor

Three men are on trial in Berlin for the June 22nd murder of a 26-year-old Tunisian national at the Kottbusser Tor U-Bahn station, allegedly due to a dispute over illegal drug dealing; the trial highlights persistent crime issues in the area.

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German Union Rejects Green Economic Policies, Sets Stage for Election Showdown

Germany's Union party launched its election campaign with a strong rejection of the Green party's economic policies, proposing tax cuts and stricter immigration policies instead; the Greens are portrayed as having unrealistic economic plans, while the Union emphasizes fiscal responsibility and a nee...

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Reduced Inequality
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German Man Sentenced for Rape and Assault in Egypt

A German court sentenced a 37-year-old man to five years and three months in prison for repeatedly raping and assaulting a German woman he met online, who he held captive for two months in Egypt starting March 17, 2017, before her release by Egyptian police and the BKA. He must pay €42,000 in compen...

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Gender Equality
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Rhineland-Palatinate Finalizes Agreement on Islamic Religious Instruction

The Rhineland-Palatinate state government finalized an agreement with four Islamic associations to implement comprehensive Islamic religious instruction in schools, addressing burial rites, pastoral care, and religious holidays, following years of negotiations and a temporary suspension due to the 2...

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Quality Education
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Central European Firms Urge EU to Extend Russian Gas Transit Deal

Central European energy firms urged the EU to extend a Russian gas transit deal through Ukraine, fearing supply disruptions and price increases; Slovakia estimates a €220 million loss if the deal ends, while Moldova's Transnistria region faces severe gas shortages.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Syrian Doctors' Potential Return Threatens German Healthcare System

The potential return of thousands of Syrian doctors to Syria following a possible fall of the Assad regime threatens the German healthcare system, which relies heavily on foreign medical professionals, with around 5,000 Syrian doctors working in German hospitals.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Five Chancellor Candidates Vie for Power in Germany's Upcoming Elections

Ahead of Germany's February 23rd federal elections, five parties have nominated chancellor candidates: Friedrich Merz (CDU/CSU) leads with 31-33% support, followed by Alice Weidel (AfD) at 17-19%, with others far behind; this unusual number reflects a highly competitive election and parties' attempt...

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Schumacher Family Extortion: Nurse Under Investigation

German prosecutors are investigating a nurse for her alleged role in an attempted €15 million extortion of the Schumacher family involving 900 photos, 600 videos, and Michael Schumacher's medical records; three men are on trial.

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