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National & Local

Brandenburg: Woidke is "dumbfounded"

A video circulating online showing xenophobic chants at a nightclub in Brandenburg has outraged officials, including Minister-President Dietmar Woidke.

Mar 22 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
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National & Local

Frankfurt Airport: Why Terminal 3 Wasn't the New BER

The completion of Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport demonstrates that major projects in Germany can be delivered on time and within budget, contrasting with the problematic Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) project.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:14 UTC
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National & Local

Racist Chants: Woidke Outraged by 'Nazi Slogans' in Nightclub

Brandenburg's Prime Minister, Dietmar Woidke, expressed his outrage over racist chants sung by youths at a nightclub in Falkenberg, Germany.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
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National & Local

Concerns in Germany Over Children Chanting Far-Right Slogans

Authorities in Germany are alarmed by children chanting racist slogans at a party in Falkenberg, Brandenburg.

Mar 21 โ€ข 19:21 UTC
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National & Local

Brandenburg: A Touch of Woidke Would Benefit the SPD

The article discusses the relatively quiet yet effective governance of Dietmar Woidke, the long-serving SPD minister-president of Brandenburg.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
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National & Local

Martina Klement: This Bavarian Could Not Say No to Brandenburg

Martina Klement, newly appointed as the Minister for Economic Affairs in Brandenburg, faces immediate political challenges as her new coalition initiates inquiries into refugee accommodation funding.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Major strike at Berlin airport. All flights canceled

A warning strike by the Verdi union at Berlin's Brandenburg Airport has resulted in the cancellation of all flights, impacting approximately 57,000 passengers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Berlin airport grounds all flights as trips from London and Manchester cancelled

Berlin Brandenburg Airport has grounded all flights due to strikes by service workers, disrupting travel plans for thousands of UK passengers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Woidke Appoints New Ministers in Brandenburg

Dietmar Woidke, the Minister President of Brandenburg, has appointed a new cabinet following the breakup of the SPD/BSW coalition, with preparations underway for their swearing-in in the parliament.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:07 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Woidke: Brandenburg's Coalition Remains Strongly Supportive of Me

Brandenburg's Minister-President Dietmar Woidke announces a cooperative approach in the coalition between SPD and CDU, emphasizing unity after a new coalition agreement.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Berlin airport on strike - affects 57,000 travelers

Berlin's Brandenburg Airport is closed due to a strike affecting 57,000 travelers with all scheduled flights canceled.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
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National & Local

Tariff dispute: Buses remain in depot, airplanes on the ground

A warning strike at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has led to the cancellation of all flights as 2,000 employees demand higher wages.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
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National & Local

Strike at BER: What Airline Passengers Need to Know

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is completely halting passenger flight operations on Wednesday, March 18, due to a full-day warning strike organized by the Verdi union.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
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National & Local

Left: Israel Debate: Left Party Leader Understands Exit from Left Party

Jan van Aken, leader of the Left Party in Germany, expresses understanding for the exit of Andreas Bรผttner, the Brandenburg Commissioner Against Antisemitism, amid an ongoing debate within the party about Zionism and antisemitism.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:21 UTC
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National & Local

Germany: New strike on Wednesday at Berlin/Brandenburg airport

Workers at Berlin/Brandenburg airport are set to strike for 24 hours on Wednesday due to unresolved wage negotiations with employers.

Mar 16 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
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National & Local

"No longer acceptable": Brandenburg's Anti-Semitism Commissioner leaves the Left Party

Andreas Bรผttner has resigned from the Left Party due to disagreements over its stance on Israel and a lack of support from colleagues.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Live Blog: New Coalition in Brandenburg Established

The SPD and CDU in Brandenburg have successfully established a coalition agreement with overwhelming support from their party members.

Mar 14 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
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National & Local

Politicians in Brandenburg: The Return of the Lost Comrade

Robert Crumbach, a long-time member of the SPD and former Minister in Brandenburg, has returned to the SPD after a brief membership with the BSW, raising questions about his political integrity.

Mar 13 โ€ข 06:16 UTC
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National & Local

The 'Kletzke Hand Cannon' may dethrone the oldest known firearm

A new study suggests that fragments of an early hand weapon found in Brandenburg, Germany may be from the oldest known portable gunpowder weapon in Europe.

Mar 13 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
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National & Local

Equality: โ€˜General Strikeโ€™ for Womenโ€™s Rights

Hundreds of people demonstrated at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin as part of a 'general strike' for womenโ€™s rights, highlighting the critical role of womenโ€™s labor in society and the economy.

Mar 9 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
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National & Local

Sauna World Champion: 'Itโ€™s all about the waving technique'

Maik Brandenburg, a sauna world champion, discusses the principles of sauna use, emphasizing the importance of proper techniques and the role of scents in enhancing the experience while also highlighting health considerations.

Mar 8 โ€ข 07:24 UTC
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National & Local

High Fuel Prices: Customs Controls Fuel Tourists - Woidke Criticizes 'Rip-off' at Gas Stations

Customs authorities in Germany are conducting random checks on fuel tourists at border crossings, with concerns raised about significantly higher fuel prices in Germany compared to neighboring Poland.

Mar 7 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Brandenburg: Rehab Patient Found Dead in Forest โ€“ Investigations Against Clinic

A 91-year-old rehab patient went missing from a clinic in Brandenburg and was later found dead in a nearby forest, prompting an investigation into the clinic for negligent homicide.

Mar 6 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
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National & Local

New Government: Strong Accents for Brandenburg

The SPD and Union have formed the first red-black coalition in Brandenburg, facing challenges despite their strategic agreements.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
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National & Local

New Coalition: Dad and Grandpa for Brandenburg

The newly formed coalition in Brandenburg, led by Dietmar Woidke and Jan Redmann, aims to approach governance through pressing issues rather than traditional departmental organization.

Mar 4 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
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National & Local

Brandenburg: SPD and CDU plan drastic savings measures

The SPD and CDU in Brandenburg are planning significant budget cuts in response to public dissatisfaction and economic challenges following the collapse of their unique coalition.

Mar 4 โ€ข 14:22 UTC
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National & Local

Brandenburg: They are now trying it with modesty

In Brandenburg, the SPD and CDU have formed a coalition, signaling a shift that could affect governance in the region and implications for the rest of Germany.

Mar 4 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
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National & Local

In Brandenburg: Angler falls through ice on lake and dies

A man tragically died after falling through the ice while ice fishing on a lake in Brandenburg, Germany.

Mar 1 โ€ข 15:28 UTC
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National & Local

Brandenburg: Court Halts Building Plan for Canned Beverage Factory

A court ruling has temporarily halted the construction plans for a Red Bull beverage can factory in Brandenburg, Germany.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
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National & Local

Rising housing costs: Inflation hits hardest in these federal states

Inflation has disproportionately affected housing costs in various German federal states, with Brandenburg facing the steepest increases.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:42 UTC
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National & Local

Berlin Administrative Court: No Access ID for AfD Employee

The Berlin-Brandenburg Administrative Court upheld a decision to deny an access ID to an employee of the AfD party due to reported connections with Russian state officials.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Blog: Bundestag May Refuse Access Badge to AfD Staff Member

The Berlin-Brandenburg Higher Administrative Court ruled that the Bundestag can deny an access badge to a former AfD member due to concerns about his reliability related to contacts with Russia.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
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National & Local

Protests in Iran: Demonstration in Berlin Against the Mullah Regime

Thousands of people demonstrated in Berlin against the Iranian government's authoritarian rule and in solidarity with the people of Iran, gathering at the Brandenburg Gate.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
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National & Local

"We Are Prussia..." - New AfD Youth Organization Established in Berlin and Brandenburg

The newly established Generation Deutschland is the youth wing of the AfD party in Germany, replacing the previously dissolved Young Alternative.

Feb 7 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
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National & Local

"Pressure Must Be Exerted on the Mullah Regime"

Thousands protest at the Brandenburg Gate against the Iranian Mullah regime, with calls for increased pressure and sanctions from German politician Sabine Leutheusser-Schnarrenberger.

Feb 7 โ€ข 12:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Icy Rain Paralyzes Air Traffic at Berlin Airport

Heavy icy rain has caused a near-complete shutdown of air traffic at Berlin's Brandenburg Airport, leading to numerous flight cancellations and stranded passengers.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
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National & Local

BER Stops Flight Operations Again - 'It Is Simply Too Dangerous Right Now'

Flight operations at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) have been suspended due to hazardous conditions caused by sleet and freezing rain, making it impossible to de-ice the runway in time for take-offs.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
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National & Local

Weather: Ice hazard warning from Berlin to the Baltic Sea

Germany's meteorological service warns of icy conditions and freezing rain impacting Berlin, Brandenburg, and northeastern regions, with official alerts in place until the morning.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
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National & Local

Germany: Berlin Airport Remains Closed Due to Black Ice

Berlin Brandenburg Airport is closed this morning due to black ice and persistent freezing rain, with no indication of when flights will resume.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Berlin airport remains closed also on Friday

Berlin Brandenburg Airport will remain closed on Friday due to adverse weather conditions, including snow and freezing rain, affecting flight operations.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:11 UTC
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National & Local

Capital Airport: Black ice and freezing rain continue to make operations impossible at BER

Due to black ice and freezing rain, all flights at the Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) are grounded with no clear indication of when operations will resume.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:02 UTC
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National & Local

Frost in Berlin: Airport Closed โ€“ Fatal Incident in Lake

Severe winter weather continues to challenge northeastern Germany, leading to the closure of Berlin Brandenburg Airport and resulting in a fatal drowning incident.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
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National & Local

Slippery conditions in Brandenburg: 19 injured in multiple accidents on the A10

Nineteen people were injured in multiple accidents caused by slippery road conditions on the A10 highway in Brandenburg near the Potsdam interchange.

Feb 5 โ€ข 18:33 UTC
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National & Local

Flights interrupted at Berlin airport

Berlin Brandenburg Airport announced on Thursday morning that all flights have been suspended due to weather conditions, as snow and freezing rain are currently affecting the German capital region.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
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National & Local

Winter weather disrupted flights from Berlin airport

Winter weather conditions prevented flights from departing Berlin Brandenburg Airport, although some were still able to land, leading to delays and cancellations.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Winter weather hinders flights from Berlin airport

Due to adverse weather conditions, flights are currently unable to take off from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, according to the airport authorities in the German capital.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:09 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Brandenburg Gate Defaced - Four Climate Activists Convicted for Paint Attack

Four climate activists were convicted and fined for a paint attack on the Brandenburg Gate, which aimed to raise awareness about climate change and cost taxpayers 110,000 euros for the cleaning.

Feb 2 โ€ข 15:55 UTC
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National & Local

AfD Politician Cancels Sellner Appearance โ€“ Announces New Joint Event

Brandenburg AfD member Lena Kotrรฉ canceled a planned event with extremist Martin Sellner under pressure from party leadership but has simultaneously promoted a new event under his direction.

Jan 16 โ€ข 17:25 UTC
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National & Local

Targeted Distribution of Migrants โ€“ Brandenburg Tightens Its Course on Migration

Brandenburg is responding to increasing school violence with a shift in migration policy, where Interior Minister Renรฉ Wilke aims to limit the concentration of migrants in certain cities through residency requirements.

Jan 16 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
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National & Local

AfD internship banned โ€“ Court confirms school decision

A Berlin-Brandenburg administrative court has ruled that a school can refuse a student internship with a member of the far-right AfD party, citing its classification as securely extremist.

Jan 16 โ€ข 15:45 UTC

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