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National & Local

Election in Rhineland-Palatinate: AfD is pure antisemitism

The election campaign in Rhineland-Palatinate reveals the far-right party AfD's blatant antisemitism and racism through its advertising materials, indicating its exclusion from mainstream politics.

Mar 21 • 11:59 UTC
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National & Local

Berlin looks to Mainz: But really, reforms?

Berlin's coalition partners are hoping to implement significant reforms following the recent election in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Mar 21 • 07:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

USA: Merz wants to call Trump and invite him to Bad Dürkheim

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans to invite former US President Donald Trump to Bad Dürkheim during a campaign event.

Mar 20 • 18:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Elections: Aiwanger is once again showing anger

Hubert Aiwanger criticizes the German government for its tax policies amid local elections in Bavaria and Rhineland-Palatinate.

Mar 20 • 15:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Government: The Fear of Dam Breakage

Friedrich Merz and Lars Klingbeil plan to push major reforms in income tax, healthcare costs, pensions, and work duration after the state election in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Mar 20 • 15:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State Election: What You Need to Know About the Election in Rhineland-Palatinate

Rhineland-Palatinate is set to hold a closely contested state election, where the SPD seeks to maintain control against the CDU's challenge.

Mar 20 • 13:27 UTC
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National & Local

Alexander Schweitzer: With Tap, Diligence, and Citizen Proximity

Alexander Schweitzer aims to remain the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate by emphasizing a closer connection with the public rather than strictly adhering to financial calculations.

Mar 20 • 05:09 UTC
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National & Local

F.A.Z. Early Thinkers: Neck-and-Neck Race Before the Election in Rhineland-Palatinate

A close election race is unfolding in Rhineland-Palatinate, with significant implications for party leadership and public trust in the Merz government.

Mar 20 • 04:49 UTC
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National & Local

Explosive Match in Cologne: 1400 Police Secure Rhineland Derby

An intense football match in Cologne is being heavily policed due to expected violence from rival fan bases.

Mar 19 • 12:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SPD: If Rhineland-Palatinate is lost, 'then all dams will break'

In a rally in Mainz, SPD's Prime Minister Alexander Schweitzer emphasized the crucial importance of maintaining power in Rhineland-Palatinate for the party's future amid concerns following setbacks in Baden-Württemberg.

Mar 18 • 12:58 UTC
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National & Local

State Election in Rhineland-Palatinate: Nail Test Part Two

The state election in Rhineland-Palatinate sees a close contest between CDU and SPD, yet significant political change seems unlikely.

Mar 17 • 18:54 UTC
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National & Local

Gordon Schnieder: More Pirmasens than Paris

Gordon Schnieder appears to have a good chance of winning the state elections in Rhineland-Palatinate with the CDU, despite a lack of aggressive campaign tactics.

Mar 17 • 16:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Open-Pit Mining: From Desert Landscape to Lakes

Germany is transitioning from lignite coal mining in the Rhineland to converting former mining sites into lakesl.

Mar 17 • 14:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: What is wrong with this election duel that it remains remarkably dull?

The televised debate between SPD and CDU candidates Alexander Schweitzer and Gordon Schnieder was surprisingly unengaging, lacking substantial disagreement or debate.

Mar 15 • 12:41 UTC
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National & Local

Taxing the Rich More Heavily?: CDU Resistance Against Higher Top Tax Rate is Crumbling

The CDU faces internal division as discussions arise about increasing the top income tax rate in Germany just ahead of the Rhineland-Palatinate election.

Mar 13 • 14:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Barometer for Rhineland-Palatinate: Tight Race in Mainz

A recent poll indicates a close contest between the incumbent SPD and opposition CDU ahead of the Rhineland-Palatinate state election.

Mar 13 • 13:40 UTC
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National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Poll: CDU and SPD Almost Equal in Rhineland-Palatinate

A recent poll shows that CDU and SPD are neck-and-neck in Rhineland-Palatinate ahead of the upcoming state election.

Mar 12 • 17:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A meteorite landed on Earth and pierced the roof of a house in Germany

A meteorite landed in Germany, piercing the roof of a house in Koblenz, an event witnessed by thousands across Western Europe.

Mar 11 • 23:53 UTC
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National & Local

Election Rhineland-Palatinate: Even in Dispute, Schnieder Remains Very Polite

The race for the Rhineland-Palatinate election appears close, with CDU candidate Schnieder accusing SPD's Minister President Schweitzer of 'self-service' during a TV debate.

Mar 11 • 07:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State Election in Rhineland-Palatinate: A Duel with the Handbrake On

The upcoming state election in Rhineland-Palatinate is drawing attention as the CDU's lead narrows, with the SPD hoping for a surprise outcome similar to that in Baden-Württemberg.

Mar 11 • 00:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

"She will no longer play a role:" FDP criticizes Merz's statement

The FDP has reacted sharply to Chancellor Friedrich Merz's remarks about the party's political demise following their poor performance in recent elections.

Mar 10 • 13:42 UTC
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National & Local

Investigated by ESA: Meteorite originates from a meter-thick rock chunk

A meteorite that struck a house in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, is found to have originated from a sizable rock chunk, with analysis being conducted by the European Space Agency.

Mar 10 • 10:28 UTC
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National & Local

Voting-O-Mat 2026: Which Party Aligns Closest to You in the Election in Rhineland-Palatinate?

The upcoming election in Rhineland-Palatinate will see the SPD defending its long-held power against a challenge from the CDU and other parties.

Mar 10 • 09:20 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Meteorite falls on house in Germany while a fireball was seen

A meteorite fragment landed on a house in Koblenz, Germany, after a fireball was observed crossing the skies of Western Europe.

Mar 9 • 21:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate: Learning from neighbors

The upcoming state elections in Rhineland-Palatinate will see parties analyzing the results from neighboring Baden-Württemberg to strategize their campaigns.

Mar 9 • 13:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Meteorite Impact: "This was an extraordinary event"

A bright fireball was observed over North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany, where a meteorite crashed through a roof in Koblenz, leading to significant scientific interest.

Mar 9 • 12:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: Parts of a Meteorite Damage Houses

Parts of a meteorite have caused damage to roofs and homes in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, according to police reports.

Mar 8 • 20:11 UTC
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National & Local

"Fire Flash in the Sky": Parts of a Meteorite Damage Houses in Rhineland-Palatinate

Fragments of a meteorite have caused damage to roofs and houses in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, according to the police.

Mar 8 • 19:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

When Hitler Violated the Versailles Treaty, World War II Started a Year Later

On March 7, 1938, Hitler violated the Versailles Treaty by reoccupying the Rhineland, setting the stage for World War II.

Mar 7 • 01:10 UTC
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National & Local

State Election in Rhineland-Palatinate: An Exclusive Appointment Among the Schnieder Brothers

The article discusses the upcoming state election in Rhineland-Palatinate featuring the Schnieder brothers, with the Federal Minister of Transport inviting his brother, the CDU's top candidate, to a significant event.

Mar 5 • 10:33 UTC
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National & Local

SPD in Rhineland-Palatinate: A "war chest" for the election campaign, full of taxpayers' money

The SPD government in Rhineland-Palatinate distributes hundreds of millions in taxpayer funds just before elections, raising concerns about electoral motivations.

Mar 4 • 17:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rising Fuel Prices: Economists Warn of a Fuel Discount

Ahead of state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, rising energy prices due to the Iran conflict are causing concern within the German coalition government.

Mar 4 • 13:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State Election on March 22: Can the Left Party Make it into the State Parliament in Rural Rhineland-Palatinate?

The Left Party in Rhineland-Palatinate is experiencing unexpected success ahead of the state elections, raising hopes for their potential entry into the state parliament.

Mar 2 • 10:19 UTC
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National & Local

Elections in Rhineland-Palatinate: The Greens are successful - and could still end up in the opposition

The Greens have gained ground in Rhineland-Palatinate, yet they face the possibility of entering opposition despite their electoral success.

Feb 28 • 11:49 UTC
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National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: Even where they govern quietly, the FDP suffers

In Rhineland-Palatinate, the Free Democratic Party (FDP) remains in power but faces the risk of being ousted from the state parliament due to low public support.

Feb 27 • 21:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State Elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate: The CDU Suddenly Becomes Nervous

The CDU is increasingly anxious as recent polls indicate a shrinking lead in upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate.

Feb 27 • 15:23 UTC
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National & Local

Politician Chauffeur: The Man Trusted by the Prime Ministers

Michael Schaust recounts his 31 years as the chief chauffeur for the Prime Ministers of Rhineland-Palatinate, sharing insights about his experiences and the trust placed in him by political leaders.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
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National & Local

Politician Chauffeur: The Man Trusted by the Ministers

Michael Schaust, who drove multiple Prime Ministers in Rhineland-Palatinate for over 30 years, shares insights from his unique experiences.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
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National & Local

Politician-Chauffeur: The Man Trusted by Ministers-Presidents

Michael Schaust shares his experiences as the chief chauffeur for several ministers-presidents in Rhineland-Palatinate over his 31-year career.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

State elections in Rhineland-Palatinate: Will it finally work for the CDU?

The CDU's Gordon Schnieder aims to become the Prime Minister of Rhineland-Palatinate amid a tense election campaign, facing the legacy of 35 years of SPD rule.

Feb 24 • 12:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SPD Election Campaign in Rhineland-Palatinate: "Not Swimming in Social Democratic Soup All Day"

The article discusses the challenging election campaign of the SPD in Rhineland-Palatinate, where they are currently trailing behind the CDU in polls after 35 years in power.

Feb 23 • 12:39 UTC
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National & Local

Election-O-Mat 2026: Which party is closest to you in the election in Rhineland-Palatinate?

The article discusses the upcoming election in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, on March 22, 2026, and introduces the Wahl-O-Mat tool to help voters find which party aligns with their views.

Feb 19 • 09:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate: Where the Future of the FDP is Decided

The FDP is working towards a comeback in the upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, facing differing political challenges.

Feb 17 • 11:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Carnival Parade in Markt Indersdorf: Almost Like in the Rhineland

The Carnival Parade in Markt Indersdorf attracts around 20,000 attendees and features over 69 participating floats and groups, emphasizing the spirit and vibrancy of the celebration.

Feb 15 • 16:34 UTC
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National & Local

Decisive Elections: The FDP's New Tax Formula - How the Liberals Fight for Survival

The FDP is reintroducing its old success formula for tax policy as it faces critical state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate.

Feb 15 • 13:52 UTC
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National & Local

Training for Train Conductors: "The best fight is the one not fought"

Deutsche Bahn is implementing self-assertion seminars to better prepare train conductors for potentially dangerous situations following an attack on a conductor in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Feb 9 • 15:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Rhineland-Palatinate: The SPD Helps. Especially Well for Their Secretaries of State

The SPD in Rhineland-Palatinate is preparing for upcoming elections, aiming to replicate past successes despite trailing in polls against the CDU.

Feb 8 • 13:23 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Winter Olympics, geopolitics, and propaganda: From Rhineland to Kyiv

As the Winter Olympics return to Europe in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, focus shifts to the historical intersection of sports events and political developments amid the current geopolitical climate, featuring key American officials.

Feb 6 • 17:06 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Naturalization without language test - "Authorities provide a target for attacks"

In Rhineland-Palatinate, naturalization can occur without a language test, allowing caseworkers to subjectively assess applicants' language skills, which raises concerns about consistency and fairness.

Feb 6 • 13:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Current Lexicon: Fastnacht

The article discusses regional differences in Germany's carnival celebrations, emphasizing that what is referred to as 'Karneval' in the Rhineland is called 'Fastnacht' in the southwest regions, and highlights the importance of local terminology and customs.

Feb 6 • 12:52 UTC

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