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Month 18. March 2026

Germany’s Defense Fund: Billions Lost in Legal Loopholes

Germany’s Defense Fund: Billions Lost in Legal Loopholes

Germany's €100 billion defense fund, meant to modernize the military, is now fueling legal accounting tricks instead of real investments. This fiscal sleight of hand risks national security and burdens taxpayers with debt that buys no tangible security upgrades.

Berlin Mayor’s Workload Scrutinized Amid Power Outage Crisis

Berlin Mayor’s Workload Scrutinized Amid Power Outage Crisis

Berlin's mayor faces fresh heat over his crisis response to January's blackout, with critics now questioning his workload claims before a controversial tennis match. The scandal strikes at a vulnerable moment for city leadership already grappling with infrastructure failures.

The Seven Months That Transformed Germany

The Seven Months That Transformed Germany

A new exhibition in the German Bundestag spotlights the whirlwind 180 days when East Germany's first freely elected parliament raced against time to forge reunification. This intense period of democratic rebirth, marked by 164 laws passed in just seven months, shows how history can accelerate in moments of profound change.

European Court Bolsters Rights of Employees Who Leave Church

European Court Bolsters Rights of Employees Who Leave Church

The European Court of Justice has ruled that leaving a church alone does not justify dismissal by religious employers. The landmark decision affects hundreds of thousands of workers in Germany and sets new standards for anti-discrimination protections.

Champion Handball Coach Suffers Second Stroke at 32

Champion Handball Coach Suffers Second Stroke at 32

Jaron Siewert, who led Füchse Berlin to the championship title, has suffered another stroke following his dismissal from the club. The 32-year-old is speaking publicly for the first time about his health collapse and personal crisis.