Noah Kahan Fans: ‘Please Just Go to the Toilet!’
US singer Noah Kahan has asked his fans to use the restroom during his concerts rather than soiling themselves, after footage emerged of apparent mess in the audience area.
Month 30. June 2026
Fuel tax cut ends: Petrol prices to rise from July
The temporary fuel tax cut expires at the end of June. From July 1, drivers will face higher prices at the pump again.
Putin’s Front Fairy Tales: Russia’s Maps Diverge from Reality
Vladimir Putin claims the Russian army is advancing on all fronts. But independent observers and internal documents show that the official maps of the General Staff deviate by up to 20 kilometers from the actual front line, as the BBC reports.
Five Dead in Shooting at Youth Care Facility in Stade
A shooting at a youth care facility in Stade, Lower Saxony, has left five people dead. Police have arrested two suspects.
SPD candidate Reinhardt wins district election in Brandenburg against AfD
In the runoff election in the Brandenburg district of Ostprignitz-Ruppin, Ralf Reinhardt (SPD) defeated AfD challenger Torsten Arndt. According to the preliminary final result, Reinhardt received 60.6 percent of the vote, Arndt 39.4 percent.
S21: Berlin’s North-South S-Bahn to Close for 2.5 Years
Passengers in Berlin face a roughly 2.5-year closure of the north-south S-Bahn line between Hauptbahnhof and Potsdamer Platz due to construction of the new S21 line, according to a federal government response to a Green Party parliamentary inquiry reported by Tagesspiegel.
Ukraine tightens housing vouchers for internally displaced persons
The Ukrainian government has tightened the rules for housing vouchers for internally displaced persons (IDPs). As MP Pavlo Frolov announced, certain groups will no longer receive support starting August 1.
World Cup Round of 32: Fans Hope for Turnaround Paraguay
Ahead of Monday's World Cup round of 32 match against Paraguay, the mood among German fans is subdued but hopeful. After the defeat to Ecuador, the public expects a reaction from the team.
Airbus secures record €3 billion loan for technology and defense
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted Airbus a record loan of €3 billion to finance cutting-edge technology and defense solutions. It is the largest corporate loan the EIB has ever awarded to a single company.
Putin: Russia under Unprecedented Pressure
Russian President Vladimir Putin blamed the West for the country's growing problems at the congress of the ruling party United Russia, saying Russia is under 'unprecedented pressure.'
Bears in Thinker Pose: Why Animals on Mountains Are Taking Over Social Media
Images of bears staring pensively at mountain landscapes are spreading rapidly across social networks. Are humans projecting their own thoughts onto a predator, or is there more going on inside those furry heads than some might think?
Cologne Cathedral: Entry Fee from July 1 – Visitor Numbers Stable
Starting July 1, tourists will have to pay twelve euros to visit Cologne Cathedral. According to cathedral chapter spokesman Markus Frädrich, the fee has not yet triggered a rush on the last free days.
Perseid Meteor Shower Visible from Mid-July
The first shooting stars of the Perseid meteor shower will appear in the night sky from mid-July. The peak of the meteor shower occurs on August 12, coinciding with a special new moon, as reported by FAZ.
Venezuela: Earthquakes Shake the Country – Situation Remains Tense
Venezuela was hit by two severe earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5. The situation remains tense: schools closed, temporary shelters set up, international aid arrives.
Martín Demichelis starts at RB Leipzig earlier than expected
Martín Demichelis has completed his first day at RB Leipzig – and earlier than planned. The 45-year-old Argentine visited the training academy at Cottaweg on Sunday, as RB Leipzig announced in a video.
Russian attack on Dnipro: Dead and wounded in missile strike
A Russian missile attack on a company in Dnipro on Saturday killed five people and injured 28, according to Serhij Hanzha, head of the Dnipropetrovsk regional military administration.
Firefighters rescue bride from elevator at Nymphenburg Palace
A bride got stuck in an elevator at Nymphenburg Palace on Friday. The wedding was slightly delayed but still took place as planned.
DLRG: At Least 26 Drowning Deaths Over the Weekend
Germany's DLRG reports at least 26 drowning deaths over a hot weekend, all victims male. Eight more people were hospitalized after resuscitation.
Union warns SPD against pure redistribution in tax reform
Union parliamentary group vice-chair Mathias Middelberg has warned the SPD against turning the planned income tax reform into a pure redistribution exercise. Such a reform would not help the economic recovery, the CDU politician told the German Press Agency.
Heat damage: Trams in Nuremberg and Leipzig remain restricted
Tram services in Nuremberg and Leipzig remain restricted on Monday after the hot weekend.
DAX opens slightly higher as investors watch geopolitical tensions
The DAX rose 0.2 percent to 24,724 points at the start of trading on Monday. Investors are keeping an eye on developments in the Middle East and valuations in the tech sector.
Allershausen: Building Yard Manager Moser Must Leave Municipal Council
The Freising District Office sees a conflict of interest between Friedrich Moser's job as building yard manager and his volunteer role on the municipal council. The building yard manager must resign his mandate.
Garching: Every U-Bahn Still Canceled on Saturdays
According to the Süddeutsche Zeitung, every second U-Bahn on the U6 line to Garching will continue to be canceled on Saturdays. The city refuses to cover the costs for returning to a ten-minute interval.
Schneider: Tackling Climate Change Together Is in Germany’s Interest
German Environment Minister Carsten Schneider (SPD) has called for stronger international cooperation on climate protection, saying it is in Germany's best interest to tackle climate change jointly.
Greenpeace Slams German Government for €11 Billion in Climate-Harming Subsidies
Environmental group Greenpeace has accused the German government of introducing €11 billion in environmentally harmful subsidies this year, including a fuel discount, commuter allowance, and an aviation tax break.
Canada celebrates first World Cup knockout victory against South Africa
Canada has won a World Cup knockout match for the first time in its history, beating South Africa 1-0. The round of 32 game in Los Angeles was decided by Stephen Eustáquio in stoppage time.
Forest fire near Chiemsee: A8 closed, helicopters deployed
The A8 motorway in Upper Bavaria has been completely closed near Chiemsee due to a forest fire. Commuters must expect significant disruptions, reports BR.
US and Iran Agree on Ceasefire and New Talks
The United States and Iran have agreed to halt mutual attacks and resume technical talks, a US official said.
World Cup 2026: Paraguay Promises Physical Battle Against Germany
Paraguay has announced a physical battle against the German national team ahead of the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup. Coach Julian Nagelsmann is keeping his lineup under wraps, according to Spiegel.
Coalition Struggles Over Tax Reform: Relief for Normal Earners Planned
The German government is planning a tax reform aimed at relieving middle-income earners. According to the coalition agreement, those with small and medium incomes are to be relieved.
Hansa Rostock starts training at 30 degrees – promotion is the goal
Third-division football club FC Hansa Rostock has started training for the new season after missing out on promotion. According to NDR, the team of coach Daniel Brinkmann is training in 30-degree heat.
Iran: Clerics Call for Halt to Talks with US
After US strikes on Iranian targets, clerics in Iran are demanding an end to negotiations with Washington. A statement from Qom is causing a stir.
AfD candidates lose run-off elections for district administrator in Brandenburg and Saxony-Anhalt
The far-right AfD party has suffered defeats in two run-off elections for district administrator posts in the eastern German states of Brandenburg and Saxony-Anhalt.
KPÖ expands lead in Graz: 35.6 percent in local election
Graz's ruling Communist Party (KPÖ) has repeated its election victory, significantly strengthening its position as the strongest party. According to preliminary results, the KPÖ won 35.6 percent of the vote in the municipal election – a gain of around seven percentage points.
Russian missile strike on Zmiiv: woman killed, children among wounded
A Russian missile attack on the Zmiiv community in Kharkiv region killed a 55-year-old woman and injured at least eight people, including two children, according to regional military administration head Oleh Syniehubov.
World Cup 2026: Sportschau Experts Disagree on DFB Starting XI Paraguay
Ahead of Germany's round of 16 match against Paraguay at the 2026 World Cup, Sportschau experts are divided over the optimal lineup. According to Sportschau, Bastian Schweinsteiger, Almuth Schult, and Thomas Hitzlsperger are debating whether Leon Goretzka should start for more dueling strength.
Kyiv confirms attacks on two refineries in Russia
Ukraine has struck two oil refineries on Russian territory, according to official statements from Kyiv. Moscow is considering restricting fuel exports in response.
Commander of 154th Brigade in Ukraine Found Dead
Colonel Volodymyr Kononnikov, commander of the 154th Brigade, was found dead on June 28. The Southern Operational Command said law enforcement has launched an investigation.
Lukashenko’s Russia Visit: Kremlin Uses Him for Sanctions Tricks
Alexander Lukashenko's surprise visit to Russia is not just about military matters. According to Ukrainian TV channel 24 Kanal, citing political technologist Yuriy Podorozhniy, the Kremlin intends to use the Belarusian leader as a tool to undermine Western sanctions.
Why Reform in Germany Is So Difficult
Germany spends more on healthcare than most other countries, has above-average numbers of doctors and hospitals – and yet patients experience long waiting times and overcrowded emergency rooms. Health economist Boris Augurzky explains why the subjective impression of a shortage economy clashes with the statistics of oversupply.