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Germans Take to the Streets to Protest Against the Advance of Ultra-Right Parties
The Essen City Police, western Germany, have arrested several of the thousands protesting against the ultra-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) and those who blocked the access to the 600 delegates trying to reach the building where the congress of the force will be held. RELATED: Demonstrations in France Against the Far Right in Face […]
June 29, 2024
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Germany Reports Rise in Drug-Related Crimes and Deaths
In 2023, almost 347,000 drug-related offenses were recorded, 1.8 percent more than in the previous year. On Wednesday, the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) released a report showing that Germany has seen an increase in drug-related crime in 2023, with figures for trafficking, consumption, and deaths all rising. RELATED: Germany Sees More Discrimination in Times […]
June 27, 2024
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Germany Sees More Discrimination in Times of Social Polarization
“The situation is serious. ‘Foreigners out’ sentiment and contempt for humanity have become normal,” Ataman warned. On Tuesday, the German Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency said that requests for advice soared by 22 percent in 2023 to a record high of almost 11,000. RELATED: Racism Can No Longer Be Tolerated: Brazilian President Lula “Our case numbers show […]
June 26, 2024
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German Workers Staged Coordinated Strikes at Seaports
They demand an increase in hourly wages of 3 euros and an increase in shift bonuses with a contract term of 12 months. After individual work stoppages in Germany’s shipping industry last week, employees of the country’s major seaports took part in a joint strike on Monday. RELATED: Four Dead in Floods in Germany “Operations […]
June 18, 2024
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Four Dead in Floods in Germany
The floods follow exceptionally heavy rainfall, causing evacuations and a state of emergency in several districts. On Monday, authorities informed that at least four people have died in heavy flooding in southern Germany. The floods follow exceptionally heavy rainfall, causing widespread evacuations and a state of emergency in several districts. RELATED: Macron Visits Germany on […]
June 4, 2024
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Macron Visits Germany on First French State Visit in 24 Years
Despite Emmanuel Macron have visit Berlin several times, this is the first official visit of a French head of State to Germany in 24 years, since the Jacques Chirac’s trip in 2000. RELATED: Paris Protesters Call for Cessation of Arms Deals With Israel Followed by a bilateral cabinet meeting, the trip seeks to demonstrate unity […]
May 26, 2024
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Germany and Sweden Express Caution on Tariffs on Chinese EVs
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have cautioned against tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) following Washington’s announcement of hefty levies. RELATED: High Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles Hurt US Consumers Scholz and Kristersson expressed reservations about possible European tariffs on Chinese EVs when asked at a press conference whether they […]
May 17, 2024
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Dutch Police Violently Attack a Pro-Palestinian Demonstration
On Tuesday, Dutch police arrested 125 pro-Palestinian demonstrators at the University of Amsterdam’s campus. RELATED: Attack on Rafah is Part of Israeli Criminal Policy: Venezuela The police intervention commenced at 3 a.m. local time when officers moved to disperse the demonstration that had begun on Monday afternoon. Demonstrators had set up tents on campus in […]
May 7, 2024
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Skilled Labor Situation in German Healthcare Remains Tense
On Thursday, the Expert Council Health and Care (SVR) published a report showing that the skilled labor situation in the German healthcare system remains tense, although the number of doctors, nurses, and medical assistants has gone up in recent years. RELATED: Young Germans Unhappy With Politics and Economic Developments “In an international comparison, the German […]
April 26, 2024
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Young Germans Unhappy With Politics and Economic Developments
Young people in Germany are increasingly dissatisfied with their living situations, as well as political and socio-economic developments in the country. RELATED: German Police Officers Are Investigated for Far-Right Positions Two out of three young Germans aged between 14 and 29 are concerned about consumer prices, which have risen sharply in recent years. Meanwhile, half […]