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🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

German coach after the defeat against Croatia: We knew it would be a tough match

German coach Alex Mumbru commented on his team's loss to Croatia in a qualifying match for the 2027 World Cup, acknowledging it was a challenging game.

Feb 27 • 22:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

German Chancellor Received by Humanoid Robots in China

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was welcomed in China with a high-tech show featuring humanoid robots capable of dancing and boxing.

Feb 27 • 21:46 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

German media: Niko Kovač on the radar of three Premier League clubs

Niko Kovač, current coach of Borussia Dortmund, is reportedly being pursued by three English Premier League clubs for a potential transfer next season.

Feb 27 • 20:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Unknown Origin Posters with Insistent and Rude Appeals Appear in Berlin Metro

Posters demanding that people silence their phones have appeared in the Berlin metro, featuring aggressive messages in German, Arabic, and Russian, but the city's transport company claims no affiliation.

Feb 27 • 20:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Iran Crisis: Federal Government Urges 'Urgently' Against Travel to Israel – Trump 'Not Happy' About Iran

The German government has urgently advised against traveling to Israel due to rising tensions between the US and Iran, as it adjusts its travel and security warnings accordingly.

Feb 27 • 19:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Simplification of Tax Law: What Changes for Pensioners in Tax Returns

The German coalition is seeking to simplify tax law without major reforms, promising less bureaucracy and more automation to assist pensioners with their tax returns.

Feb 27 • 19:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Seeman reached the doubles final in an exotic location

Johannes Seeman and his German partner Robert Strombachs advanced to the doubles final at the M15 tournament in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Feb 27 • 19:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

What vacationers need to know now: Foreign Office urgently advises against travel to Israel

Germany's Foreign Office warns against travel to Israel, particularly to the Gaza Strip and West Bank, amid escalating violence.

Feb 27 • 18:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

V. Gaubas, who started excellently, could not withstand the experience of the German

Lithuanian tennis player V. Gaubas lost to the experienced German player Yannick Hanfmann with a score of 6:3, 2:6, 2:6 in a match lasting over two hours.

Feb 27 • 18:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Germany Urges Its Citizens to Avoid Traveling to Israel

The German Foreign Ministry has urgently advised its citizens against traveling to Israel due to increasing tensions in the Middle East.

Feb 27 • 17:59 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

New ruling weakens the possibility of banning Trump's and Putin's German friends

A court ruling has lifted the extremist label from the AfD party, raising questions about the potential ban of the right-wing party in Germany.

Feb 27 • 17:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Dispute over funding: Interior Ministry temporarily withholds millions for AfD foundation

The German Interior Ministry has temporarily blocked funding requested by the AfD-linked Desiderius Erasmus Foundation, which amounts to around 18 million euros for the current year.

Feb 27 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

A European country presents biotechnological insects for military use at NATO

A German startup announced the deployment of biotechnological insect systems for military use at NATO, with confirmed field trials and plans for future missions focused on detection and reconnaissance.

Feb 27 • 17:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German Limousine, Chinese Technology – Automakers' Dependence Grows

The article discusses the increasing dependence of automakers on a mix of German luxury and Chinese technology in their manufacturing processes.

Feb 27 • 16:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Germany's Bundestag Approves Stricter Asylum Rules

Germany's Bundestag has approved a bill to tighten asylum rules while easing asylum seekers' access to the labor market, implementing EU directives into German law.

Feb 27 • 16:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

AfD Prohibition Proceedings: 'I am sure that Karlsruhe will take a different direction'

German Green Party politician Till Steffen expresses confidence that the Federal Constitutional Court will approach the AfD prohibition proceedings differently than a recent Cologne ruling.

Feb 27 • 16:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Go-Kart Track in Kerpen: Following in Schumacher's Tire Tracks

Levi Geier, an eight-year-old karting enthusiast, expresses frustration with the speed of his kart ahead of his first race at the AvD-ACV German Karting Series.

Feb 27 • 15:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Speed Skating: The President Misuses His House Rights

The president of the German Speed Skating and Short Track Association is facing criticism for his controversial management style and attitudes towards the sport.

Feb 27 • 15:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German Intelligence Will Continue to Monitor the AfD Party, Says Interior Minister

The German intelligence agency plans to continue its surveillance of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, according to the Interior Minister.

Feb 27 • 15:28 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Historical Image: The Chancellor in China

The article discusses the historical visit of German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt to China in 1975, marking a significant shift in the foreign policy of West Germany.

Feb 27 • 15:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

German Railways: Arriving Late in a Relaxed Manner

Germany's rail operator, Deutsche Bahn, is struggling with punctuality, leading to the implementation of measures aimed at enhancing passenger comfort, despite skepticism from employees.

Feb 27 • 15:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

German secret service will continue to monitor the AfD party, said the Interior Minister

The German Interior Minister announced that the secret service will keep monitoring the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party due to currents within it opposing democracy.

Feb 27 • 15:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

German Football Association: Always Trouble with the Tax Office

The German Football Association (DFB) is facing difficulties over a tax reimbursement request related to a costly trip during the 2014 World Cup.

Feb 27 • 15:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Merz in Beijing: The Great China Divide

The article discusses the implications of German Chancellor Merz's first visit to China and assesses the current state of Germany's strategy to reduce dependence on China.

Feb 27 • 14:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Kärpät loses star defender in the middle of the season

Kärpät has terminated the contract of its star defender Markus Nutivaara, who will be joining Kölner Haie in the German DEL League.

Feb 27 • 13:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Journalism: The Sun Rises in the East

A commentary discusses the lack of East German representation in journalism leadership roles, highlighting the ongoing cultural divide in Germany.

Feb 27 • 13:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New EEG: Why Katherina Reiche Wants to Abolish Solar Subsidies for Rooftops

The German Minister for Economic Affairs, Katherina Reiche, plans to significantly reduce subsidies for solar installations through proposed changes to the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG).

Feb 27 • 13:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Pop: How to Replace the Irreplaceable? With This Woman

The band Rush, after initially deciding never to perform again following the death of their gifted drummer Neil Peart, is going on a world tour with German drummer Anika Nilles.

Feb 27 • 13:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

When bells, then also muezzin. A German city agrees to calling to Muslim prayers

A German city has approved the practice of calling Muslims to prayer, akin to church bells.

Feb 27 • 13:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

German travel agents are earning less and less. What is eating their commissions?

The German travel agency sector is grappling with increasing operational costs, which are threatening the profitability of many firms, particularly the smaller ones.

Feb 27 • 13:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Skiing in the Bernese Oberland: Skiing Beautifully

The article discusses the historical significance of the Eiger mountain, focusing on its first ascent by a German-Austrian expedition in 1938 during the Nazi propaganda era.

Feb 27 • 13:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Draw of the European League: Genk against Freiburg, a clash of Italians

The draw for the round of 16 in the UEFA Europa League has been held, with Belgian Genk facing German Freiburg after eliminating Dinamo Zagreb in the previous round.

Feb 27 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Support for Private Solar Systems: Enriching is Right but Still Doing it Wrong

A commentary on the German government’s plan to cut feed-in tariffs for smaller solar systems, indicating potential adverse impacts despite sound arguments.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Attorney General Approved Summoning Netanyahu to Testify in the Leak Case to Bild

The Israeli Attorney General has authorized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to provide testimony regarding the leaking of classified information to the German newspaper Bild after a year and a half delay.

Feb 27 • 12:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bundestag: What the new EU asylum rules will change in Germany

The German Bundestag has narrowly approved the implementation of new EU asylum rules, marking the most significant reform since 1993, which has drawn criticism for restricting the rights of asylum seekers.

Feb 27 • 12:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Truck Traffic: A Load of Nightmares

The article discusses the complexities and dangers of truck traffic on German highways, focusing on the A3 and A99 routes, and the unexpected issues that arise from transporting various goods.

Feb 27 • 12:05 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

EU manipulating polls to oust Orban – German opposition leader

Alice Weidel, a German opposition leader, has accused the EU of manipulating polls and using energy tactics to destabilize Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of parliamentary elections.

Feb 27 • 12:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

No German Duel: Bayern Meets Atalanta – Leverkusen Against Arsenal

The Champions League round of 16 matchups are set, with Bayern Munich taking on Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal, marking the absence of a German clash in the tournament.

Feb 27 • 11:37 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Friedrich Merz will present the EU's position on tariffs to Donald Trump on Tuesday

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is set to present a coordinated EU position on recent U.S. tariffs in a meeting with President Donald Trump next Tuesday.

Feb 27 • 11:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Customs Duties: The German Chancellor Will Be in the United States on Tuesday with a Common European Position

The German Chancellor will meet with Donald Trump in Washington to discuss U.S. customs duties and trade tensions, representing a unified European stance.

Feb 27 • 11:21 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The German court 'saves' Afd: 'For now, they are not extremists'

The German court has ruled that the far-right AfD party is not classified as an extremist organization at this time, preventing surveillance by the internal intelligence service.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

German MPs Received Plan for High-Speed Train from Dresden to Prague

German lawmakers are now reviewing a proposal for a high-speed rail line connecting Dresden and Prague.

Feb 27 • 10:31 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

In Several Federal States: Vegetarian Spring Rolls from Rewe Contained Meat

Rewe, a German supermarket chain, has recalled its vegetarian spring rolls due to undisclosed meat and mustard seeds, posing serious risks for vegetarians and allergy sufferers.

Feb 27 • 10:08 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Why Laura chose Berlin - The voluntary appearance and the testimony in German

Laura has voluntarily appeared in Berlin, confirmed by the Berlin police, indicating her well-being and autonomy following her earlier arrival in Frankfurt.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Traffic Accident Statistics 2025: More Traffic Deaths in Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen and Starnberg

The 2025 traffic accident statistics indicate an increase in traffic fatalities in two German counties while showing a slight decline in the overall number of accidents.

Feb 27 • 09:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Five Percent More Salary: Locomotive Drivers Reach Agreement with Railways Without Strikes

The German railway company Deutsche Bahn and the locomotive drivers' union GDL have reached an agreement on a new wage contract without any strikes or severe threats.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The agricultural sector is on course to become the EU's biggest climate sinner

A German farmer's fields are flooded, reflecting the potential negative impact of EU agricultural support policies on green transition efforts in Danish and European agriculture.

Feb 27 • 08:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

German Ice Hockey Team: 'This is on us'

Leon Draisaitl expresses frustration over Germany's early exit from the Olympics, citing a lack of clear strategy and shared understanding among players.

Feb 27 • 08:27 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

German court blocks move to brand AfD ‘extremist’

A German court has ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be labeled as 'extremist' by the domestic security agency BfV, granting the party a temporary injunction.

Feb 27 • 08:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

After 'Gaza Storm'.. Emergency Meeting to Discuss the Future of the Berlin Film Festival

An emergency meeting was held by the German government to discuss the future of the Berlin International Film Festival amid political and media pressures following controversial statements made at its recent event.

Feb 27 • 06:42 UTC

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