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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Cultivation area shrinks: Less asparagus from German fields

Germany is experiencing a decline in asparagus production due to shrinking cultivation areas and an increase in imports from abroad.

Mar 23 • 08:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

From Agile Robots to Tesla: Robot Revolution in Factories

German factories are experiencing a robot revolution with machines that resemble humans and are expected to be four times more productive than human workers.

Mar 23 • 06:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

German General Hopes to Fill Brigade in Lithuania with Volunteers: There is No Need for Other Scenarios

A German general expressed optimism about recruiting volunteers to fill a brigade stationed in Lithuania, emphasizing the benefits for soldiers' careers and dismissing the need for alternative plans.

Mar 23 • 06:09 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dominance of Platforms: Everything is Getting Worse - and It's No Coincidence

A German article discusses the phenomenon of 'enshittification' in the digital world, highlighting how products and services are deteriorating even as technology advances.

Mar 23 • 05:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Abitur Stress for Parents: My Daughter is Taking the Abitur – and I Am (Almost) Losing My Mind

A German parent shares the challenges and stress of supporting their daughter through the Abitur exams, contrasting their expectations with the reality of the emotional challenges faced.

Mar 23 • 05:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran situation 'butterfly effect'? Germany-Japan 'military approach'

The German government proposed a mutual access agreement to Japan to facilitate easier troop deployment between the two countries, enhancing military cooperation against regional threats.

Mar 23 • 03:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Telephone Communication Between Merz and Trump Regarding the War in the Middle East

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz spoke on the phone with U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on the developments in the war in Iran as well as the situations in Israel and Ukraine.

Mar 22 • 21:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

George the "Rebel", Yiannis the "Teacher", and Alfred the anti-Nazi German: A Christmas Story from 1943

The article recounts the story of two Pontic Greeks, George Symeonidis and Yiannis Pantelidis, who fought against the German occupation and were killed during an ELAS operation during Christmas 1943.

Mar 22 • 20:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

German Social Democrats Lose Elections in Rhineland-Palatinate for the First Time in 35 Years

The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) has won the elections in Rhineland-Palatinate, displacing the Social Democratic Party (SPD), which had governed the region since 1991.

Mar 22 • 20:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

More technology, new reporting obligations: The tax office is paying closer attention

The German tax office is enhancing its technology and reporting requirements, making it easier to detect tax discrepancies, particularly for those with additional income.

Mar 22 • 19:31 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Flick Matches Guardiola's Record with Barcelona

German coach Hansi Flick equals Pep Guardiola's longstanding record with Barcelona by leading the team to its fifteenth consecutive home win in La Liga this season.

Mar 22 • 19:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

German Social Democrats Lose for the First Time in 35 Years in the Small State of Rhineland-Palatinate

The German Social Democrats have lost elections in Rhineland-Palatinate for the first time in 35 years, with the Christian Democratic Union emerging victorious.

Mar 22 • 18:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

From Germany to your kitchen: the no-bake, no-knead cake that is a hit on social media

A viral German cake recipe that requires no baking or kneading has gained popularity on social media as autumn approaches, encouraging people to prepare delicious desserts with minimal effort.

Mar 22 • 18:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Criticism of State Minister: Weimer's Support is Now Faltering Even in the Union Faction

The German Culture State Minister, Wolfram Weimer, faces increasing criticism from both the SPD and his own Union faction due to unmet commitments and controversies surrounding his leadership.

Mar 22 • 17:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: Goodbye, dear West German coalition

The political landscape in Rhineland-Palatinate is changing as the historically dominant SPD coalition, which has ruled for 35 years, faces the end of an era.

Mar 22 • 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Antisemitism: The Left has a Problem and Cannot Cope with It

The German Left party is struggling to address internal issues related to its stance on Zionism and antisemitism.

Mar 22 • 16:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Handball: Germany defeats Egypt again

The German national handball team has won their second test match against African champions Egypt, increasing anticipation for the home World Championship in January.

Mar 22 • 16:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Tennis: Zverev starts well

German tennis star Alexander Zverev advances to the third round of the Miami Masters with a solid victory over American qualifier Martin Damm.

Mar 22 • 15:52 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Germany's Merz speaks with Trump about Ukraine and Iran

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed Ukraine and Iran with former US President Trump during a phone call, highlighting ongoing international tensions and planned future communications.

Mar 22 • 15:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Biathlon: Second Place in Mass Start

German biathletes ended the World Cup season without a win, with Philipp Nawrath finishing second in the final race at Holmenkollen.

Mar 22 • 15:40 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Crime Scene 'Torch': 'No Danger from High-Rise Buildings'

The latest episode of the German series 'Tatort' addresses a fictional fire disaster in a high-rise building in Frankfurt, prompting concerns among real residents about safety perceptions.

Mar 22 • 15:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Lennart Karl and Serge Gnabry: The Summer They Became Tens

The article discusses the emergence of Lennart Karl as a competitor to Serge Gnabry in the German national football team, highlighting their respective journeys in football.

Mar 22 • 14:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SPD: Mourning for Carsten Träger

German politician Carsten Träger, a member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52, leaving a significant impact on environmental policy and social justice.

Mar 22 • 14:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Leipzig Book Fair: Should We Be So Explicit?

The Leipzig Book Fair has sparked discussions around the controversial remarks of the German Minister of Culture, prompting mixed reactions from attendees.

Mar 22 • 14:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Actor Herbert Knaup on his homeland in Allgäu: "In the past, everything felt too sluggish for me"

Herbert Knaup, a renowned German actor, reflects on his relationship with his homeland in Allgäu, stating that he once found it too slow for his liking, yet life continues to draw him back.

Mar 22 • 14:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

FC Bayern and DFB Team: These are Manuel Neuer's successors

The article discusses the successors to Manuel Neuer as goalkeeper for both FC Bayern Munich and the German national team, highlighting a current and a future player.

Mar 22 • 13:28 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

German Ski Hope: Emma Aicher, the Star of Tomorrow

The 22-year-old German skier Emma Aicher concludes her season in Kvitfjell, showing promise for a bright future despite not securing a victory this time.

Mar 22 • 12:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Deportations: Protection for Yezidis? Not compatible with Dobrindt's migration policy

The article discusses a proposal from German ministers urging Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt to halt the deportation of Yezidis and provide them with permanent residency in Germany.

Mar 22 • 12:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Punctuality of the Train: Schnieder Manages the Standstill

The article criticizes German Transportation Minister Schnieder for failing to make difficult decisions to improve train punctuality in the face of structural overload in the railway system.

Mar 22 • 12:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

The Wrong Greeting

The article critiques a book that contrasts German and Scandinavian cultures, provoking a combative response from readers with its portrayal of Germans as overly obedient and Scandinavians as free-spirited.

Mar 22 • 11:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Prof. Sławomir Sowiński: Jürgen Habermas has died. In the era of Donald Trump, we need his thoughts even more

Jürgen Habermas, a prominent German philosopher and social theorist, passed away at the age of 96, leaving a significant philosophical legacy at a time when his insights are deemed increasingly necessary.

Mar 22 • 11:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Pistorius on Asian Trip: For Japan, the Bundeswehr is an Answer to Trump

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is on a mission to strengthen military ties with Japan, viewing this partnership as a strategic response to American policies under Trump.

Mar 22 • 10:40 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Koizumi and German Defense Minister Confirm Cooperation in Talks: 'Focus on the Middle East, But Do Not Create Gaps'

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed security cooperation between Japan and Germany, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in light of Middle Eastern tensions.

Mar 22 • 10:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Bundesliga Club in Focus: SC Freiburg is a Football 'Dwarf'

The article discusses SC Freiburg's unique position in German football, highlighting their efforts to maintain a lower profile despite their success in the Bundesliga.

Mar 22 • 10:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Max Verstappen's Race in Endurance Cars Culminated in Disqualification

Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen faced disqualification at a German endurance race after his team used more tires than allowed during the competition.

Mar 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Last Place: The Closing Time of an Icon

The Audi V8, a hallmark of German automotive engineering, is being discontinued without a successor, marking the end of an era for the brand.

Mar 22 • 07:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Ski jumper Raimund: He led the way by not jumping

German ski jumper Philipp Raimund refused to jump under poor conditions, highlighting safety concerns and criticizing the race director's justification.

Mar 22 • 07:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Advancing to the third round: Zverev wins opening match in Miami

German tennis player Alexander Zverev secured a spot in the third round of the Miami Masters after defeating American qualifier Martin Damm.

Mar 22 • 05:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Habermas Awaits Europe

German philosopher Jürgen Habermas reflects on the intrinsic relationship between nation-states and nationalism following the transformations in Europe after the fall of the Soviet bloc.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

German freighter sought shelter from weather in Vopnafjordur

A German freighter sought refuge from inclement weather conditions in Vopnafjordur, Iceland.

Mar 22 • 02:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A 'strategic message' in the Trump-Sánchez-Merz triangle

The article discusses the diplomatic interactions between Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and former US President Donald Trump amidst upcoming NATO summits.

Mar 22 • 01:18 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

German warship near the shores of Iceland

A German warship has been spotted off the coast of Iceland.

Mar 21 • 21:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Learn to make pork knuckle with sauerkraut, a recipe that combines cuisine and cultural heritage

The article shares a recipe for pork knuckle with sauerkraut, reflecting on the cultural influences of Swiss and German immigrants in Nova Friburgo, Brazil.

Mar 21 • 18:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debt brake: Big loan, small impact

The German government is facing criticism over the use of new loans, as most funds have not been directed toward investments as promised.

Mar 21 • 17:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debt Brake: Big Loan, Small Effect

The article discusses how the German government's recent borrowing for investments has largely failed to translate into actual investments, with a significant portion being spent on electoral gifts instead.

Mar 21 • 17:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Instagram Call: Collien Fernandes Advocates for Demonstration Against Sexual Violence

Collien Fernandes, a German actress and presenter, is promoting a demonstration in Berlin against sexual violence following her personal experiences shared on social media.

Mar 21 • 17:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Schick scored two goals, but Leverkusen bites the unexpected embarrassment

Patrik Schick scored two goals for Bayer Leverkusen, but the team ended up drawing 3-3 against bottom-placed Heidenheim in the German Bundesliga.

Mar 21 • 16:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Strikes paralyze public transport in Hamburg

A 24-hour strike organized by the German union "Verdi" has halted metro services and severely restricted bus operations in Hamburg.

Mar 21 • 14:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Prenatal Genetic Testing: Moving Decision

The German Bundestag is seeking clarity on the ethical and health policy implications arising from non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) introduced in 2022, which has sparked significant debate among lawmakers.

Mar 21 • 11:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

AI Referees: How Humans Are Being Driven Off the Field

The article discusses the increasing tension in German football leagues over the implementation of VAR technology and the FIFA's consideration of automating officiating, questioning the future role of human referees.

Mar 21 • 09:27 UTC

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