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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Berlin Salt Controversy: Why Wegner was Right

The article discusses the controversy over the use of salt for de-icing roads in Berlin, highlighting the appeal made by Mayor Kai Wegner to the Abgeordnetenhaus for permission to use salt amidst heavy winter weather, which drew ridicule from some political figures.

Feb 7 • 18:26 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

435 HP and All-Wheel Drive for All Who Must Live with Kai Wegner and Nabu

The article reviews Nissan's performance vehicle, emphasizing its ability to handle challenging conditions in Berlin.

Feb 7 • 07:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Winter in Berlin: Who is Leading Whom onto Thin Ice?

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner expresses anticipation for spring while signing a contract that secures the Pokal Final in the city until 2030, amidst winter hazards.

Feb 6 • 11:17 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"This is more than amateurish" – Lang and Kubicki attack Wegner after road salt ruling

Following the ban on road salt usage by private individuals, the dispute escalates in Berlin with harsh criticisms directed at politicians including Kai Wegner.

Feb 5 • 07:44 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"You are really not to be envied - This is madness"

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner calls for the relaxation of the salt ban due to severe icy conditions, prompting criticism about insufficient salt reserves.

Feb 4 • 17:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black Ice in Berlin: Capital without Government

Berlin is facing dangerous conditions due to black ice, highlighting the leadership issues as the mayor calls for assistance with road salt after days of inaction.

Jan 30 • 17:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Government Declaration: Wegner Wants Legislative Reform and Does Not Apologize

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner announced a reform of the city's disaster protection law during a government declaration in the state parliament, while briefly mentioning his tennis match on the day of a recent attack on the power grid.

Jan 15 • 17:45 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Kai Wegner fears for reelection: Match point for the Left

With eight months to go before the state election, Berlin's government leader Kai Wegner (CDU) is striving to regain lost trust and secure his reelection amidst debates following a recent power outage incident.

Jan 15 • 16:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Berlin: Opposition demands apology from Berlin's governing mayor

The opposition in Berlin is calling for an apology from the city's governing mayor, Kai Wegner, following his praise of the government's crisis management after a major power outage left 100,000 people without electricity and heating for days.

Jan 15 • 15:03 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

“There is a seriously disturbed perception behind this” – Lemmer attacks the Berlin Senate

Journalist Christoph Lemmer criticizes the Berlin Senate, led by Kai Wegner (CDU), for prioritizing ideology over reality and claims there is a deliberate blindness towards left-wing extremism despite significant investments against right-wing extremism.

Jan 15 • 12:25 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

“The election campaign has fully arrived here in Berlin”

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner defends his crisis management following the blackout, while the opposition demands his resignation and accountability, criticizing his lack of transparency.

Jan 15 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Government Statement in the House of Representatives: Eralp against Wegner

Elif Eralp, the top candidate from the Left Party, faces off against Berlin's government leader Kai Wegner from the CDU in a parliamentary debate ahead of the upcoming Berlin elections.

Jan 15 • 08:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Power Outage in Berlin: The Authorities' Ping Pong is Not Helpful

The article discusses the inadequate response of authorities to a significant power outage in Berlin caused by an attack on a cable bridge, impacting over 100,000 residents and businesses.

Jan 15 • 06:29 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"If the Mayor Had More Powers, This Spectacle Could Be Avoided"

The Greens criticize Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner for shortcomings in the controversy surrounding the city's blackout, highlighting internal conflicts and pressures within the coalition as they navigate pre-election challenges.

Jan 13 • 17:57 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Focus on Wegner's Crisis Management – Berlin Greens Want to Exclude Perpetrator Question

The Berlin Greens plan to downplay the question of perpetrators in the upcoming election campaign following a left-wing extremist attack on the city's power grid, choosing instead to focus on Mayor Kai Wegner's crisis management.

Jan 13 • 06:12 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Trump, Wegner and Jebsen: The Volcano Group Franchise

The article discusses the recent energy outages in Berlin caused by a militant group, alongside commentary on political figures including Trump, Wegner, and Jebsen.

Jan 11 • 15:18 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Debate on Prevention for Crisis: A Flaw in the System

Following a power outage in southwest Berlin, discussions about improving population protection have intensified, leaving many to wonder if actual changes will occur this time.

Jan 10 • 19:08 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Why Trump Should Take Kai Wegner as a Role Model

The article humorously suggests that before making bold decisions, like attacking Greenland, Trump should take a break and play golf, much like Berlin's mayor who sought relaxation amidst a crisis.

Jan 10 • 13:35 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Berlin Power Outage: Kai Wegner, a Leader with Good Sides

Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, showcased modern leadership by appointing women to key executive positions, although not in every aspect of his management.

Jan 10 • 10:58 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After Wegner's 'Tennis-Gate', the CDU relies primarily on one man in the Super Election Year

The scandal involving Berlin's governing mayor Wegner comes at an inconvenient time for the CDU led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as they face five state elections in 2026, with the formidable AfD as a rival, necessitating a strong candidate to gain momentum.

Jan 9 • 17:26 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

The best joke images of the WORLD - Kai Wegner warns Berlin

The article presents humorous satirical images from the editorial team of WELT to help people cope with overwhelming information overload.

Jan 9 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Days-long power outage: Berlin comes together in times of crisis

Berliners unite in their efforts during a prolonged power outage, despite criticisms of their mayor's focus on tennis over the crisis response.

Jan 9 • 11:29 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"This is no longer acceptable these days" – JU state president criticizes Mayor Wegner

Berlin's governing Mayor Kai Wegner is under increasing pressure, including within his party, due to his response during a blackout and a tennis match, facing sharp criticism from Harald Burkart, the local leader of the Young Union.

Jan 9 • 09:54 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

After Blackout in Berlin: 'Volcano Group' Regrets Timing of the Attack

The 'Volcano Group' that claimed responsibility for the attack on Berlin's power grid expresses its thoughts through an open letter, simultaneously mocking a tennis mishap by politician Kai Wegner.

Jan 9 • 08:46 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Wegner's behavior 'bordered on bullying' - Serious allegations from the JU chairman

Harald Burkart, chairman of the Young Union in Berlin, accuses Mayor Kai Wegner of failure in managing blackouts and describes his behavior as bordering on bullying.

Jan 9 • 08:15 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"I feel a bit fooled," says the entrepreneur about Kai Wegner

Entrepreneur Christian Miele expresses his outrage towards Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner during a talk show, with support from Philipp Amthor, while the police respond to another threat.

Jan 9 • 06:24 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Relatively difficult to get out of this without it sticking to Wegner"

Political scientist Oliver W. Lembcke criticizes Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner's crisis management and communication during the blackout, describing a week of continued poor instincts from a politician once thought to be instinctively capable.

Jan 8 • 18:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Mayor of Berlin under fire for going to play tennis during the blackout that left 45,000 homes without power

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner faces backlash for playing tennis during a blackout affecting 45,000 homes, insisting he will not resign or apologize as he believes the situation was managed well.

Jan 8 • 18:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Berlin: Calls for the mayor's resignation for playing tennis during the blackout

Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, is facing calls to resign after it was revealed he was playing tennis during a power outage, despite stating he was working to restore electricity.

Jan 8 • 16:39 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wegner's Crisis Management: Blackout on the Tennis Court

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner faces backlash for playing tennis during a power outage, with calls for his resignation coming from opposition parties and discontent within his own CDU party.

Jan 8 • 16:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Berlin Mayor Played Tennis During Power Outage, Then Lied He Was in Office

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner faces increasing calls for resignation after it was revealed he played tennis while much of the city was paralyzed due to a power outage caused by an arson fire, and misled the public about his activities during the crisis.

Jan 8 • 15:56 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Politically foolish, what Kai Wegner has done

Political communication expert Bela Anda criticizes Berlin's governing mayor Kai Wegner for his crisis management during the blackout, suggesting he is fortunate that the SPD currently has no interest in ousting him.

Jan 8 • 15:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Berlin mayor faces calls to resign after playing tennis during city blackout

Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, is under pressure to resign after he played tennis during a significant city blackout caused by an arson attack, while misleading the public about his whereabouts.

Jan 8 • 15:02 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Wegner Sees No Reason to Apologize – Giffey Criticizes Tennis Match

Despite a major power outage affecting 100,000 people, Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner defends playing tennis, facing criticism and calls for his resignation from Economy Senator Franziska Giffey.

Jan 8 • 14:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Wegner defends tennis match during power outage

Berlin's Governing Mayor Kai Wegner, facing sharp criticism and calls for resignation, defended the decision to hold a tennis match during a power outage.

Jan 8 • 14:04 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Wegner admits mistakes - "It would certainly have been better to say that"

Berlin's Governing Mayor Kai Wegner acknowledges that it would have been better to address the sports aspect directly during the crisis following his tennis match amid a blackout, despite calls for his resignation.

Jan 8 • 13:22 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

“We have seen that it was relatively easy to carry out such an attack”

Following a blackout in Berlin, SPD candidate Steffen Krach criticizes the crisis management of Mayor Kai Wegner, calling for greater local engagement.

Jan 8 • 13:08 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Merz defends mayor - "At least Wegner had a network", mocks Ricarda Lang

German Chancellor Merz defends Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, amidst criticism of his crisis management after a major power outage, while the incident unfolds into a social media phenomenon dubbed 'Tennisgate'.

Jan 8 • 13:03 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Playing tennis during the blackout

Berlin's mayor Kai Wegner is facing controversy after it was revealed he played tennis shortly after a blackout hit the city's southwest, contradicting his claims of staying on the phone to monitor the situation.

Jan 8 • 12:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Berlin: Timing is Everything – And Kai Wegner's Could Hardly Be Worse

The article critiques Berlin's mayor Kai Wegner for misleading the public about his activities amid the city's struggles, emphasizing that personal leisure shouldn't be a deceptive excuse.

Jan 8 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

A form of laziness that is typical for this Berlin

Christoph Lemmer analyzes Mayor Kai Wegner's crisis management during a blackout in Berlin, highlighting a complete loss of normal standards and a sense of responsibility.

Jan 8 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

What else could he have had to coordinate at this hour

Burkard Dregger (CDU) defends Berlin's crisis management following the power outage and dismisses criticism against Mayor Wegner as ridiculous.

Jan 8 • 11:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Tennis player Kai Wegner: Final match for the sitting mayor

The article discusses Berlin's mayor, Kai Wegner, and his involvement in tennis, suggesting that while it may help him clear his mind, it could also have significant implications for his political career.

Jan 8 • 11:34 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"He won't survive this" - Kubicki on the Wegner case

Wolfgang Kubicki criticizes Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner's handling of the blackout incident, suggesting he's unfit for office.

Jan 8 • 09:21 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Despite tennis match with partner - Berlin CDU faction supports Kai Wegner

The Berlin CDU faction convened a special session in response to the governing mayor's actions during the city's longest power outage, expressing both criticism and support for Kai Wegner's crisis management.

Jan 8 • 09:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: CDU Fraction in Berlin Supports Wegner

The CDU faction in Berlin has expressed support for Mayor Kai Wegner amidst controversy over his actions during a prolonged power outage.

Jan 8 • 09:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Get out of the way, Wegner!

The article criticizes amateur tennis player Kai Wegner for spreading falsehoods and suggests he should focus on his personal skills rather than hold a public office.

Jan 8 • 08:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Berlin: Kai Wegner and the Tennis Blackout

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner faced unexpected stress last weekend and decided to take a break by playing tennis for an hour.

Jan 8 • 07:26 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

The "not entirely accurate" statements of Kai Wegner and the actual problem

Columnist Gunnar Schupelius warns of the extreme vulnerability of the power grid in Berlin following a prolonged blackout, putting pressure on the governing mayor Kai Wegner regarding his crisis management.

Jan 8 • 07:24 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

Berlin's Mayor Under Criticism: Tennis Can Also Be Played Without Electricity

Berlin's Mayor Kai Wegner is facing backlash for playing tennis during the city's longest blackout since World War II, contradicting earlier statements about his activities during the outage.

Jan 8 • 07:18 UTC

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