Leaked German Cable Reveals Deep Concerns About Trump's Presidency
A leaked diplomatic cable from Germany's ambassador in Washington to the German foreign minister expresses serious concerns about Donald Trump's plans, worrying about threats to American democracy and potential trade wars, just before Trump's inauguration, causing significant tension.
Leaked German Cable Reveals Deep Concerns About Trump's Presidency
A leaked diplomatic cable from Germany's ambassador in Washington to the German foreign minister expresses serious concerns about Donald Trump's plans, worrying about threats to American democracy and potential trade wars, just before Trump's inauguration, causing significant tension.
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56% Bias Score
North Rhine-Westphalia Public Service Sees Significant Staff Increase Despite Shortages
A study by the Institute of the German Economy (IW) reveals a 34% increase (4,800 positions) in North Rhine-Westphalia's public service from 2013-2022 in "political leadership and central administration" and "foreign affairs", despite reported staff shortages; overall public sector employment rose b...
North Rhine-Westphalia Public Service Sees Significant Staff Increase Despite Shortages
A study by the Institute of the German Economy (IW) reveals a 34% increase (4,800 positions) in North Rhine-Westphalia's public service from 2013-2022 in "political leadership and central administration" and "foreign affairs", despite reported staff shortages; overall public sector employment rose b...
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52% Bias Score
Hamburg Sees Sharp Rise in Energy Shutoffs in 2024
Due to unpaid bills, Hamburg, Germany saw a sharp increase in energy shutoffs in 2024: electricity shutoffs rose to 6145 (nearly triple 2023's 2174), water shutoffs to 549 (nearly double 2023's 285), and gas shutoffs to 49 (over five times 2023's 9), despite a hardship fund designed to prevent such ...
Hamburg Sees Sharp Rise in Energy Shutoffs in 2024
Due to unpaid bills, Hamburg, Germany saw a sharp increase in energy shutoffs in 2024: electricity shutoffs rose to 6145 (nearly triple 2023's 2174), water shutoffs to 549 (nearly double 2023's 285), and gas shutoffs to 49 (over five times 2023's 9), despite a hardship fund designed to prevent such ...
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40% Bias Score
Hamburg Referendum on Stricter Climate Targets Sparks Debate on Costs and Feasibility
Hamburg, Germany, faces a potential autumn referendum on significantly stricter climate targets, fueled by a citizen's initiative with over 100,000 signatures, prompting debate on costs and feasibility, particularly for low-income households, with Mayor Tschentscher raising concerns about affordabil...
Hamburg Referendum on Stricter Climate Targets Sparks Debate on Costs and Feasibility
Hamburg, Germany, faces a potential autumn referendum on significantly stricter climate targets, fueled by a citizen's initiative with over 100,000 signatures, prompting debate on costs and feasibility, particularly for low-income households, with Mayor Tschentscher raising concerns about affordabil...
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44% Bias Score
Braunschweig Permits Neo-Nazi March, Sparking Controversy
In Braunschweig, Germany, a small neo-Nazi group's march featuring the slogan "Braunschweig, Nazi-Stadt" was permitted by the city, despite a previous crackdown on similar slogans. This decision was criticized by local officials and residents, raising concerns about the city's handling of far-right ...
Braunschweig Permits Neo-Nazi March, Sparking Controversy
In Braunschweig, Germany, a small neo-Nazi group's march featuring the slogan "Braunschweig, Nazi-Stadt" was permitted by the city, despite a previous crackdown on similar slogans. This decision was criticized by local officials and residents, raising concerns about the city's handling of far-right ...
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52% Bias Score
German Greens Shift to "Relative Pacifism", Propose Major Military Budget Increase
Facing rising geopolitical tensions and Russia's military buildup, Germany's Green party, historically pacifist, proposes a 3.5% GDP increase for military spending, shifting towards a "relative pacifism" prioritizing defensive capabilities and de-escalation strategies.
German Greens Shift to "Relative Pacifism", Propose Major Military Budget Increase
Facing rising geopolitical tensions and Russia's military buildup, Germany's Green party, historically pacifist, proposes a 3.5% GDP increase for military spending, shifting towards a "relative pacifism" prioritizing defensive capabilities and de-escalation strategies.
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64% Bias Score
German Election: CDU Leads, Violence Mars Campaign
Germany's upcoming February 23rd federal election shows the CDU leading in polls, while the FDP and BSW face uncertain parliamentary representation; recent incidents include attacks on campaign workers in Berlin and Dresden and an AfD video deemed unsuitable for minors.
German Election: CDU Leads, Violence Mars Campaign
Germany's upcoming February 23rd federal election shows the CDU leading in polls, while the FDP and BSW face uncertain parliamentary representation; recent incidents include attacks on campaign workers in Berlin and Dresden and an AfD video deemed unsuitable for minors.
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48% Bias Score
Digital Services: Ensuring Equal Access Amidst Privacy Concerns
The Hessian State Data Protection Commissioner warns against digital exclusion, as many lack computer or smartphone access, impacting their ability to use essential services; this will be discussed at the European Data Protection Day on January 28th in Berlin.
Digital Services: Ensuring Equal Access Amidst Privacy Concerns
The Hessian State Data Protection Commissioner warns against digital exclusion, as many lack computer or smartphone access, impacting their ability to use essential services; this will be discussed at the European Data Protection Day on January 28th in Berlin.
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40% Bias Score
Hamburg Energy Shutoffs Triple in 2024
Due to unpaid bills, Hamburg experienced a dramatic rise in utility shutoffs in 2024: 6145 electricity, 549 water, and 49 gas shutoffs, compared to 2174, 285, and 9 respectively in 2023; a hardship fund designed to alleviate this problem proved largely ineffective.
Hamburg Energy Shutoffs Triple in 2024
Due to unpaid bills, Hamburg experienced a dramatic rise in utility shutoffs in 2024: 6145 electricity, 549 water, and 49 gas shutoffs, compared to 2174, 285, and 9 respectively in 2023; a hardship fund designed to alleviate this problem proved largely ineffective.
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36% Bias Score
Hamburg's Vattenfall Raises Electricity Prices by 8.9%
Vattenfall, Hamburg's primary electricity supplier, is increasing its basic electricity tariff by 8.9% starting April 1st, due to a 9% rise in network charges by Hamburger Energienetze and additional taxes. A household using 2,500 kWh annually will see a 9.82 euro monthly increase.
Hamburg's Vattenfall Raises Electricity Prices by 8.9%
Vattenfall, Hamburg's primary electricity supplier, is increasing its basic electricity tariff by 8.9% starting April 1st, due to a 9% rise in network charges by Hamburger Energienetze and additional taxes. A household using 2,500 kWh annually will see a 9.82 euro monthly increase.
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36% Bias Score
Munich Housing Debate Exposes Deep Political Divisions
A Munich housing policy panel discussion revealed stark differences between conservative and progressive parties regarding rent control, land speculation, and tenant rights, impacting affordability and investment.
Munich Housing Debate Exposes Deep Political Divisions
A Munich housing policy panel discussion revealed stark differences between conservative and progressive parties regarding rent control, land speculation, and tenant rights, impacting affordability and investment.
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56% Bias Score
Declining Birth Rates Force Saxony-Anhalt Daycares to Reduce Staff and Capacity
Declining birth rates in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, are forcing daycare centers to reduce staff and capacity due to decreased demand; the state is assessing the situation but faces budget limitations.
Declining Birth Rates Force Saxony-Anhalt Daycares to Reduce Staff and Capacity
Declining birth rates in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, are forcing daycare centers to reduce staff and capacity due to decreased demand; the state is assessing the situation but faces budget limitations.
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40% Bias Score