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China Speeds Up Rare Earth Exports to Europe Amid Trade Tensions

Facing EU concerns over export restrictions, China announced faster processing of rare earth import applications from European companies, establishing a "green channel" for expedited approvals; this follows China's April imposition of export controls on some rare earths, materials crucial for variou...

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Germany Debates Mandatory Military Service Amidst Bundeswehr Staffing Crisis

Facing a 60,000-soldier shortage to meet NATO targets, Germany's CDU is pushing for mandatory military service, while the SPD prefers boosting voluntary recruitment; only 10,000 of 700,000 school leavers currently join the Bundeswehr.

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Hamburg's Electric Bus Fleet: Progress and Challenges in Electrification

As of June 2024, Hamburg operates 639 electric buses, exceeding initial targets, but faces challenges in reaching its 2030 goal of complete fleet electrification due to expiring federal subsidies and the continued use of heating oil for auxiliary heating in all vehicles.

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Germany Rules Out Reinstating Military Conscription This Term

German SPD faction leader Matthias Miersch confirmed that the current government will not discuss reinstating mandatory military service, despite calls from the new military commissioner and Bundeswehr association head to prepare for its potential return, due to the coalition agreement's focus on a ...

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Merz's White House Visit: Success or Setback for German-US Relations?

German Chancellor Merz's recent White House visit yielded mixed results, with analyses from the FAZ and Süddeutsche Zeitung highlighting both gains and substantial uncertainties regarding the future of German-US relations under a potential Trump presidency, particularly in light of Trump's transacti...

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German Man Drives Car into Crowd, Injuring Wife and Daughter

On Saturday afternoon, a 48-year-old Iraqi man in Passau, Germany, intentionally drove his car into a crowd of pedestrians near the main train station, injuring his wife, daughter, and three others. Police suspect a custody dispute was the motive.

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German Auto Lobby Seeks to Weaken EU's 2035 Combustion Engine Ban

The German auto industry lobby proposed weakening the EU's 2035 ban on new combustion engine cars, aiming for a 90% CO2 reduction instead of a full ban; this follows recent leniency on emission targets and faces strong opposition from environmental groups and some automakers, potentially increasing ...

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Germany Rules Out Conscription This Legislative Period

German SPD leader Matthias Miersch confirmed no conscription discussions this legislative period, despite concerns from the Wehrbeauftragter and Bundeswehrverbands-Chef about meeting NATO's 60,000-soldier goal through voluntary recruitment alone. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius plans to invest to m...

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Hamburg Leads Germany in E-Bus Adoption, but Funding Cuts Threaten 2030 Electrification Goal

As of June 2024, Hamburg's Hochbahn and VHH operate a combined 639 electric buses, making it Germany's leader in e-bus adoption according to PwC; however, expiring federal funding jeopardizes the 2030 electrification goal, prompting concerns about the future of sustainable public transport in the ci...

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Germany's Military Readiness Crisis: Personnel Shortage and Training Concerns

Germany's military faces a critical personnel shortage, falling short of NATO requirements amid resistance to reinstating mandatory service due to concerns over the adequacy of the six-month training program for modern warfare.

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Germany Faces Organ Shortage Despite Online Registry

German Health Minister Nina Warken launched a public appeal for more organ donors on the 'Organ Donation Day', citing nearly 8,300 people on waiting lists despite an online registry having 319,200 entries (82.9% consenting to donation).

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Austrian Motorway Gridlock Impacts German Whitsun Travelers; Munich Airport Remains Smooth

Heavy traffic jams affected major routes into Austria from Germany during the Whitsun holiday weekend, with a 45km backup on the A10, delays of up to 5 hours, and further congestion on Bavarian motorways; however, Munich Airport reported a smooth start to the holiday season, with 140,000 passengers ...

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