German Youth Doubt Political Influence: Study
A Bertelsmann Stiftung study reveals that only 20% of 18-30 year olds in Germany believe their political engagement makes a difference, with 40% believing societal change is impossible; low participation rates are attributed to a lack of trust in political institutions and awareness of engagement pa...
German Youth Doubt Political Influence: Study
A Bertelsmann Stiftung study reveals that only 20% of 18-30 year olds in Germany believe their political engagement makes a difference, with 40% believing societal change is impossible; low participation rates are attributed to a lack of trust in political institutions and awareness of engagement pa...
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28% Bias Score
"Germany Postpones Public Broadcasting Fee Hike"
"German states have agreed to maintain the \u20ac18.36 monthly Rundfunkbeitrag through 2026, defying a KEF recommendation for a rise and pending court ruling; a new financing model alters future approval processes for increases under 5%."
"Germany Postpones Public Broadcasting Fee Hike"
"German states have agreed to maintain the \u20ac18.36 monthly Rundfunkbeitrag through 2026, defying a KEF recommendation for a rise and pending court ruling; a new financing model alters future approval processes for increases under 5%."
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44% Bias Score
"Accused Archaeologist Denies Manipulation Charges"
"A Rhineland-Palatinate archaeologist, recently dismissed from his post, is accused of manipulating skull dating and fabricating details about the 'Neanderthal of Ochtendung' and the 'Battlefield of Riol', claims he vehemently denies, stating the accusations are unfounded and part of a smear campaig...
"Accused Archaeologist Denies Manipulation Charges"
"A Rhineland-Palatinate archaeologist, recently dismissed from his post, is accused of manipulating skull dating and fabricating details about the 'Neanderthal of Ochtendung' and the 'Battlefield of Riol', claims he vehemently denies, stating the accusations are unfounded and part of a smear campaig...
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40% Bias Score
Wittlich Stabbing Acquittal Prompts NATO SOFA Review
A US soldier's acquittal in a fatal stabbing in Wittlich, Germany, has prompted a review of the NATO Status of Forces Agreement by Rhineland-Palatinate's Justice Minister due to an investigative error and subsequent protests.
Wittlich Stabbing Acquittal Prompts NATO SOFA Review
A US soldier's acquittal in a fatal stabbing in Wittlich, Germany, has prompted a review of the NATO Status of Forces Agreement by Rhineland-Palatinate's Justice Minister due to an investigative error and subsequent protests.
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32% Bias Score
"Hallo Spencer - Der Film": A Satirical Look at Artistic Legacy and Media Obsolescence
Jan Böhmermann's "Hallo Spencer - Der Film", premiering December 13th on ZDFmediathek and airing on ZDFneo and ZDF in late December, is a satirical film centered on the rediscovery and preservation of the original "Hallo Spencer" puppet show and its aging creator, Winfried Debertin, exploring themes...
"Hallo Spencer - Der Film": A Satirical Look at Artistic Legacy and Media Obsolescence
Jan Böhmermann's "Hallo Spencer - Der Film", premiering December 13th on ZDFmediathek and airing on ZDFneo and ZDF in late December, is a satirical film centered on the rediscovery and preservation of the original "Hallo Spencer" puppet show and its aging creator, Winfried Debertin, exploring themes...
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28% Bias Score
Bavaria's €0.10 Groundwater Tax: 2027 Implementation
Bavaria will levy a €0.10 per cubic meter tax on groundwater extraction exceeding 5,000 cubic meters annually, starting no earlier than 2027, with exemptions for public uses and small-scale users; the estimated annual revenue is €60-80 million, funding water protection initiatives.
Bavaria's €0.10 Groundwater Tax: 2027 Implementation
Bavaria will levy a €0.10 per cubic meter tax on groundwater extraction exceeding 5,000 cubic meters annually, starting no earlier than 2027, with exemptions for public uses and small-scale users; the estimated annual revenue is €60-80 million, funding water protection initiatives.
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36% Bias Score
Accusation of Secret Deal in Brandenburg State Election
Brandenburg's CDU accuses the SPD and AfD of a secret deal to re-elect Minister President Dietmar Woidke, citing his receiving five more votes than his coalition's members; the SPD denies the claim.
Accusation of Secret Deal in Brandenburg State Election
Brandenburg's CDU accuses the SPD and AfD of a secret deal to re-elect Minister President Dietmar Woidke, citing his receiving five more votes than his coalition's members; the SPD denies the claim.
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44% Bias Score
Controversy Surrounds Shibli's Debut Novel "Eine Nebensache"
Adania Shibli's debut novel, "Eine Nebensache," published in German two years ago, faced intense criticism and legal challenges following its release, centering on accusations of biased portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and leading to a debate about political representation in literature...
Controversy Surrounds Shibli's Debut Novel "Eine Nebensache"
Adania Shibli's debut novel, "Eine Nebensache," published in German two years ago, faced intense criticism and legal challenges following its release, centering on accusations of biased portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and leading to a debate about political representation in literature...
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40% Bias Score
"CDU's Voigt Elected Thuringia Minister President in Unlikely Coalition"
"Mario Voigt, a CDU politician, was elected Thuringia's Minister President with support from the SPD, BSW, and Left party, forming an unexpected coalition lacking a majority, replacing Bodo Ramelow after ten years."
"CDU's Voigt Elected Thuringia Minister President in Unlikely Coalition"
"Mario Voigt, a CDU politician, was elected Thuringia's Minister President with support from the SPD, BSW, and Left party, forming an unexpected coalition lacking a majority, replacing Bodo Ramelow after ten years."
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20% Bias Score
Baden-Württemberg to Implement Statewide Volunteer Card in 2025
Baden-Württemberg will introduce a statewide volunteer card in 2025, costing €5 million, offering discounts and recognizing the contributions of the state's approximately 46% of volunteers (2019 data).
Baden-Württemberg to Implement Statewide Volunteer Card in 2025
Baden-Württemberg will introduce a statewide volunteer card in 2025, costing €5 million, offering discounts and recognizing the contributions of the state's approximately 46% of volunteers (2019 data).
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44% Bias Score
"Davies Resumes Training; Bayern Faces Injury Crisis"
"Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich resumed light running following a hamstring injury sustained December 4th, 2024, during a Bundesliga match. His return to play is expected next year, coinciding with contract renewal discussions. Several other key Bayern players are sidelined with injuries."
"Davies Resumes Training; Bayern Faces Injury Crisis"
"Alphonso Davies of Bayern Munich resumed light running following a hamstring injury sustained December 4th, 2024, during a Bundesliga match. His return to play is expected next year, coinciding with contract renewal discussions. Several other key Bayern players are sidelined with injuries."
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56% Bias Score
Hoffenheim Stalls in Europa League, Draws 0-0 Against FCSB
TSG Hoffenheim drew 0-0 against FCSB Bucharest in their Europa League match on December 12th in Sinsheim, Germany, failing to secure a crucial victory due to a lack of offensive creativity and decisiveness, despite the efforts of their creative midfielders and attempts from substitutes.
Hoffenheim Stalls in Europa League, Draws 0-0 Against FCSB
TSG Hoffenheim drew 0-0 against FCSB Bucharest in their Europa League match on December 12th in Sinsheim, Germany, failing to secure a crucial victory due to a lack of offensive creativity and decisiveness, despite the efforts of their creative midfielders and attempts from substitutes.
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36% Bias Score