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General news from Germany that matters for daily life as an expat.
Germany blames Russia for a drone attack, police investigate suspected sabotage at a Brandenburg power plant, and Antonio Rüdiger retires from international football — Wednesday's top stories.
An explosion at Augsburg's central train station injured two people and halted train traffic on Wednesday morning. Here is what is known so far.
German authorities are investigating two suspected sabotage attacks on electricity substations in different regions. It's the latest incident targeting critical infrastructure in Germany.
German police are probing suspected sabotage of power lines in eastern Germany and a power station in the west. Here is what residents need to know.
Destatis confirms Germany has more young men than young women, with the gap most pronounced in the 18–29 age group, driven by birth rates and migration patterns.
Monday's Germany news includes Chancellor Merz warning an AfD government would hurt Saxony-Anhalt's economy, a record-hot summer, and German citizens missing in Nepal floods.
September brings a national warning day with sirens and alert app tests, a new product guarantee label, and simplified tax advisory rules in Germany.
Berlin's mayor says the city is being blackmailed after a cyberattack two weeks ago led to data theft from city systems. Here's what expats and immigrants should be aware of.
Powerful storms have caused major disruption in southern Germany, uprooting trees, damaging homes, and closing rail lines. Switzerland and northern Italy were also affected.
Floods in the Himalaya region have left three German nationals missing, Chinese authorities say. Nepal warns of further danger as the death toll surpasses 690.
Berlin's state government has launched an AI tool to help residents fact-check online posts ahead of the September 20 state election, helping combat misinformation.
A plan to improve public transport between Salzburg and Bavaria has secured around €750,000 in EU funding, making cross-border travel easier for commuters and expats.
Americans living in Germany face uncertainty over mail-in voting rules for the upcoming US midterms as the Trump administration moves to limit overseas ballot options.
After Meta promised changes in a US social-media addiction case, German consumer groups are demanding the same protections for users in Germany.
An unexploded WWII bomb in Berlin-Neukölln triggered planned evacuations. Expats should know what to do when this happens in their neighbourhood — it's more common than you think.
Deutsche Bahn cancelled nearly 1 in 12 long-distance trains in early 2026, per German Ministry of Transport data. Here's what expats need to know and their rights.
DB cancelled nearly 1 in 12 long-distance trains, VW workers clash with management, and Germany's economy beats forecasts. Your August 25th news roundup for expats.
A top German climate expert warns of rising heatwaves, droughts and storms as Europe warms faster than other continents. Here's what it means for daily life.
AfD leaders are casting doubt on postal voting ahead of the Saxony-Anhalt election, but officials say the system has strong safeguards. Here's how it actually works.
Chancellor Merz breaks his silence on climate after deadly heat records in Germany's summer 2026, promising government action that could affect daily life for all residents.
The summer of 2026 brought record heat across Europe including Germany. Here's what expats need to know about health risks, housing, and staying safe.
Germany's EVG union threatens nationwide rail strikes in January 2027. Here's what expats and commuters need to know about the dispute and how to prepare.
German airlines are adding new direct flight routes for autumn 2026. Here's what expats should know about new connections from German airports this season.
Rhine ferry services have restarted after heatwave-driven low water levels, but large inland cargo ships face weeks more of disruption across Germany's key waterway.
