Fourth Day of Shark Alerts at Sydney Beaches
After a bloody attack on a swimmer, more shark sightings have been reported off Sydney's beaches, leading to repeated closures. The seriously injured mother is no longer in life-threatening condition.
Month 26. June 2026
Russian Attack Hits Energy and Civilian Infrastructure in Odesa Region
Russian forces struck energy and civilian infrastructure in the Vilkove community of Odesa region early Friday, sparking a fire and injuring one person, according to the Izmail District Military Administration.
TSV 1860 Munich: Insolvency Proceedings Opened
The Munich District Court has opened insolvency proceedings for the professional football company of TSV 1860 Munich and appointed Max Liebig as provisional insolvency administrator.
Deniz Undav: Contract Poker with Stuttgart – ‘Very Good Talks’
Striker Deniz Undav has commented on the status of contract negotiations with Stuttgart in an interview with Sky. The 29-year-old speaks of 'very good talks' but adds a cautious 'for now'.
FC St. Pauli start pre-season with many question marks
Bundesliga relegated side FC St. Pauli began pre-season training on Thursday under new coach Marcel Rapp with only 24 players, including many youth prospects.
SBU officer sentenced to life imprisonment for spying for Russia
A high-ranking officer of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has been sentenced to life imprisonment for high treason. According to the SBU, he is the highest-ranking SBU employee convicted of espionage since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion.
ID card, child benefit and more: Dealing with authorities to become easier
The federal government and the states have agreed on 60 measures to modernize the state, which should make many trips to the authorities unnecessary. According to dpa, these include applying for a personal ID card digitally and receiving child benefit without an application in the future.
Federal and state governments agree on financial reform for municipalities
Federal and state governments have agreed on a financial reform to relieve municipalities. Lower Saxony's Minister Olaf Lies (SPD) announced the deal after consultations with Friedrich Merz (CDU).
Tatjana Maria reaches semifinals in Eastbourne
Tatjana Maria has reached the semifinals at the WTA tournament in Eastbourne after defeating Tereza Valentova 6:3, 7:5.
Austria’s Debt Ratio Rises Despite Economic Growth
Austria's economy is slowly recovering, but the debt ratio continues to climb. Wifo and IHS expect GDP growth of 0.9 percent this year, while the deficit remains at four percent, well above the EU limit.
Earthquake in Venezuela: Germany Prepares Aid Deliveries
After the severe earthquakes in Venezuela, the German government is providing water filters, camp beds, and tents. The Foreign Office and the Defense Ministry announced this after a meeting of the crisis task force.
Bundestag debates opt-out system for organ donation
The Bundestag has debated introducing an opt-out system for organ donations. According to Deutschlandfunk, the proposal stipulates that every citizen is considered a potential donor unless they have explicitly objected.
Block Trial: Investigator Considers Children’s Testimony Credible
In the kidnapping case involving Christina Block's children, the lead investigator of the Hamburg police considers the siblings' statements credible. The witness testified before the Hamburg Regional Court.
Sudan: Hundreds of Thousands in Obeid Threatened by RSF Offensive
Around half a million people are trapped in the strategic city of Obeid as the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia prepares a major assault, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) told dpa.
Bayer wins Supreme Court victory in glyphosate dispute
The pharmaceutical and agrochemical giant Bayer has achieved a significant victory before the US Supreme Court. The justices ruled in favor of the company, stripping billions of dollars in damages claims of their legal basis.
Hell on Crimea: How Ukraine Is Destroying Putin’s Myth
Ukraine's relentless drone campaign has isolated Crimea from Russia, cutting off supply lines and forcing Moscow to withdraw its Black Sea Fleet. The peninsula, which Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin once called 'sacred and eternal,' could soon fall back under Ukrainian control.
France stops Russian oil tanker off Sicily – Macron shows video
The French navy has stopped an oil tanker originating from Russia off the coast of Sicily. Emmanuel Macron released a video of the operation.
Trump meets Johnson: Stalemate over US voting rights law
US Donald Trump has blocked the signing of a bipartisan housing bill and is demanding the Senate pass his strict voting rights law. According to the Guardian, Trump is meeting with Republican House Mike Johnson to resolve the impasse.
BFV Cancels All Weekend Football Matches – 1860 Makes Decision
Due to the heatwave, the Bavarian Football Association (BFV) has canceled all matches scheduled for the upcoming weekend. TSV 1860 Munich, however, will go ahead with a friendly.
Baroque Opera “Cefalo e Procride”: Simple Poetry in Potsdam
Michiel Dijkema stages Giovanni Battista Bononcini's rediscovered Baroque opera "Cefalo e Procride" at the Musikfestspiele Potsdam Sanssouci. The production is praised for its simplicity and poetic quality.
US Inflation Rises to 4.2 Percent – Fed Under Pressure
Inflation in the US rose to 4.2 percent in May, according to the PCE index. This increases pressure on the Federal Reserve not to cut interest rates despite demands from President Trump.
Schwesig Criticizes Parts of Pension Reform Concept
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Schwesig (SPD) has criticized parts of the pension reform concept.
ECB Director Schnabel Signals Further Rate Hikes
ECB Director Isabel Schnabel has signaled further interest rate hikes. Despite a possible easing of the Iran conflict, she sees no reason for a fundamental all-clear.
Rapper Haftbefehl Cancels Shows – ‘I Fight Every Day’
Rapper Haftbefehl has announced a break from concerts after canceling a performance at the World Club Dome in Frankfurt. In an Instagram post, he said the 'whole hype' following his Netflix documentary has taken an additional toll on him.
Zuse Computer Museum ZCOM in Hoyerswerda Faces Closure
The Zuse Computer Museum ZCOM in Hoyerswerda could close at the end of the year due to the loss of financial support.
Debate on Social Media Age Limits: Bans Alone Are Not Enough
At the first digital parents' evening hosted by the F.A.Z., experts discussed how to handle teenagers' use of social media. The consensus was that an age limit alone is not the solution.
German Railway Introduces Free Cancellations Due to Heat
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is preparing for operational disruptions caused by the ongoing heatwave and is offering passengers free ticket cancellations for the first time, as reported by FAZ.
Death toll from earthquake in Venezuela rises to 164
The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 164, with 971 people injured, the government reports.
Philippe Sands receives Peace Prize of the German Book Trade
The Franco-British lawyer and author Philippe Sands is being honored with the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade.
Housing benefit cut: Minister wants to save two billion euros
The German government plans to cut housing benefit by two billion euros. Verena Hubertz has admitted that she is reluctant to push through this reform. "It is painful not only for the people affected, but also for us as Social Democrats," the construction minister told the Rheinische Post last week.
World Cup 2026: Morocco beats Haiti, Mexico perfect in group stage
Morocco defeated Haiti 5-2, with Wilson Isidor scoring from 26 meters in the 43rd minute. Mexico finished the group stage without dropping a point.
Trump cancels signing ceremony after Senate rebuke on Iran war
US Donald Trump has canceled a planned ceremony for a housing bill and clashed with several senators after the Senate passed a rare resolution calling on him to end the war with Iran.
EU states approve tariff agreement with the US
The EU member states have given their final approval to a tariff agreement with the United States, clearing the way for the removal of European duties on US industrial goods and granting better market access for American seafood and agricultural products.
Lionel Richie Abandons Opening Concert After Just One Hour
Lionel Richie had to cut short his opening concert in St. Paul, Minnesota, after only one hour. The 77-year-old musician felt unwell.
Swimming Badge Action Days in Gauting and at Lake Pilsensee
In Gauting and at Lake Pilsensee, swimming badge action days will take place on the upcoming weekends, where children are introduced to swimming in a playful way.
Ukrainian Drones Hit Russian Oil Depot for Second Time
A Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at the Poltavskaya oil depot in Russia's Krasnodar region overnight, marking the second strike on the facility in less than two weeks, the Kyiv Post reports.
Steinbrück urges SPD to reform and reconnect with society
Former German Finance Minister Peer Steinbrück (SPD) sees significant deficits in Germany but also reasons for optimism. In an interview with Deutschlandfunk, he called on his party to care for various parts of society again.
E5 States: Merz Wants to Strengthen NATO Before Summit
Two weeks before the NATO summit in Ankara, the heads of state and government of the E5 group in Berlin have spoken out in favor of renewing the alliance. Merz said the partners wanted to strengthen the alliance and expand its European pillar.
Large-Scale Raid on Hamburg Refugee Shelter: Police Search Ukraine House
Early on Wednesday morning, Hamburg police surrounded and searched a large refugee shelter in the Winterhude district. Officers were providing administrative assistance to the Federal Employment Agency, a police operations center employee said.
DAX Opens Lower Ahead of US Inflation Data, Micron Drives Asia
The DAX is expected to start trading weakly on Thursday, while strong quarterly results from US chipmaker Micron are driving Asian stock markets. Key US inflation data is prompting caution, according to Tagesschau.