Nigel Farage: Mood in Britain Is Explosive
Nigel Farage has sharply criticized British migration policy in an interview with WELT, complaining about discrimination against white people and describing the mood in the country as explosive.
Month 15. June 2026
Iran Makes Renunciation of Retaliation Conditional – Strait of Hormuz to Open on Friday
Iran is making its renunciation of retaliation conditional. According to US Donald Trump, the Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen for shipping on Friday, as reported by Handelsblatt.
Jane Fonda: Warner takeover by Paramount is attack on media freedom
Acting legend Jane Fonda has called the planned takeover of Warner Bros. by Paramount Skydance a direct attack on free speech and media freedom. At a counter-event to Donald Trump's birthday, she urged people to sign a petition against the merger.
Frankfurt Airport’s Skyline Train Resumes Service – With Restrictions
The new driverless Skyline train at Frankfurt Airport is back in operation after technical disruptions, but is running slower and less frequently than planned, according to the FAZ.
Starmer Announces Social Media Ban for Under-16s
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a nationwide social media ban for under-16s, set to take effect next spring, according to The Guardian.
New Play John Maynard Keynes Premieres in London
James Graham's new work 'The Standard of Living' explores the life of economist John Maynard Keynes, from 1917 to his death in 1946. Directed by Nicholas Hytner, it opens at the Haymarket Theatre in September.
Brisbane: 16-Year-Old Planned Terror Attacks Inspired by Unabomber
A 16-year-old private schoolboy from Brisbane allegedly plotted terrorist attacks in 2024 targeting the Liberal Party and the Labour Day march, drawing inspiration from the Unabomber, according to the Guardian.
Berlin wants stricter gun laws via the Bundesrat
Illegal firearms from the Czech Republic and Turkey are reaching Berlin, and shootings are on the rise. The Senate is planning a Bundesrat initiative to classify illegal gun possession as a crime.
The Streets in Berlin: Mike Skinner Fans Carry Him Through the Crowd
At a sold-out show in Berlin's Columbiahalle, Mike Skinner and his project The Streets delivered a party night of the highest order. The Brit played a greatest-hits set that sent the audience into ecstasy – and at the end, he let himself be carried through the crowd on their hands.
US and Iran Reach Framework Agreement to End War
The United States and Iran have agreed on a framework deal to end their war after weeks of negotiations. The signing is scheduled for Friday in Geneva, according to reports.
EU Asylum Numbers Drop: Germany Falls to Fourth Place Among Host Countries
The number of asylum applications in Germany has plummeted by 52 percent year-on-year – almost twice the EU average. For the first time since 2011, the country has slipped behind Spain, France, and Italy to fourth place among destination countries.
Cage Fights in Front of the White House: Trump Celebrates 80th Birthday with UFC Spectacle
On his 80th birthday, US Donald Trump treated himself to a controversial combat sports spectacle by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in front of the White House. According to Tagesspiegel, he watched the martial fights in an octagonal arena together with thousands of spectators.
Hubig Plans New Rules Against Far-Right Lay Judges
German Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig (SPD) wants to prevent far-right extremists from influencing the judiciary through the election of lay judges. Honorary lay judges would in future have to explicitly commit to upholding the constitution, as reported by Tagesspiegel.
Pension Reform: Seniors’ Union Sees Fateful Question for Coalition
The CDU's Seniors' Union has made clear that the upcoming pension reform is of central importance for the stability of the governing coalition. Hubert Hüppe, chairman of the Seniors' Union, also called for painful cuts to civil servant pensions.
Sweden Crushes Tunisia 5-1 – Isak and Gyökeres Score in Monterrey
Sweden won its second group match in Group F of the XXL tournament in Monterrey, Mexico, 5-1 against Tunisia. Goals from star strikers Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres, as well as a costly blunder by Tunisia's Bundesliga player Ellyes Skhiri, shaped the game.
Russian Attacks on Ukraine: Three Dead in Chuhuiv, 15 Injured in Kharkiv
Russian strikes on the eastern Ukrainian city of Chuhuiv killed at least three people, including a pregnant woman, according to local authorities. In Kharkiv, 15 people were wounded, Tagesschau reports.
Füchse Berlin lose Champions League final to Barcelona
Füchse Berlin have lost the Champions League final to FC Barcelona 34:37 (16:20). According to FAZ, the German handball top club missed out on their first title in the premier competition for the second consecutive time.
Oper Frankfurt: Händel’s ‘Triumph of Time and Insight’ as Critique of Beauty Obsession
The Oper Frankfurt presents Händel's oratorio 'The Triumph of Time and Insight' as a Frankfurt premiere at the Bockenheimer Depot. Director Katharina Kastening stages the Baroque work as a contemporary critique of beauty obsession and self-optimization.
Trump Calls for Restraint After Israeli Airstrikes on Beirut
US Donald Trump has called for restraint after fresh Israeli airstrikes on Beirut. Mediators are trying to finalize a preliminary peace deal between the US and Iran to end the three-month war in the Middle East.
Trump warns Israel and Iran against escalation after Beirut strike
US Donald Trump has criticized Israel for the airstrike on Beirut and called on both sides to show restraint. According to the Guardian, Trump warned on Truth Social not to jeopardize the imminent peace deal with Iran.
Wind turbine fire in Bönen shuts down Hamm–Dortmund railway line
A wind turbine in Bönen, North Rhine-Westphalia, caught fire on Sunday afternoon. Firefighters cannot extinguish the blaze due to the height, and the Hamm–Dortmund railway line has been closed.
Israel strikes Beirut suburbs after Hezbollah attacks
The Israeli air force has again attacked suburbs of Beirut after the Lebanese Hezbollah fired on Israeli territory. According to the Lebanese civil defense, three people were killed and six wounded.
Tyra Banks Netflix for Defamation Over ANTM Documentary
Tyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix over the documentary series 'Inside American's Next Top Model,' which she claims is defamatory.
Munich’s Pop Scene: Between Glamour and Niche
Munich has a rich pop music history, but successful careers often start elsewhere. A new themed history trail and a songwriter camp this summer aim to change that.
John Cassidy: Capitalism Can Be Reformed
Journalist John Cassidy has written a book covering 250 years of criticism of capitalism. His conclusion: capitalism can be reformed – under one condition.
PDC Team World Championship in Frankfurt: Darts Pros Defy Football Competition
The PDC has opened its Team World Championship in Frankfurt parallel to the FIFA World Cup. The darts pros commit to the venue and face the competition, as the FAZ reports.
Veterans Day in Husum Moved Up Due to Kiel Week
Schleswig-Holstein is celebrating the second national Veterans Day in Husum on Thursday, moved forward because of Kiel Week, according to NDR.
EVG Warns: 16 Cities Face Losing Long-Distance Rail Connections
The German Railway and Transport Union (EVG) warns that 16 cities could lose their ICE and IC connections if Italy's Italo enters the German market in 2028. This is according to a union analysis obtained by Bild am Sonntag.
Bomb threat in Konstanz: Police find suspicious object
After a bomb threat in Konstanz on the border with Switzerland, police found a suspicious object during searches. Parts of a 24-hour flea market and the train station were cordoned off.
Ukraine and Moldova Start Phase of EU Membership Talks
Ukraine and Moldova begin the first phase of EU accession negotiations in Luxembourg on Monday. The move was made possible by the election of a new Hungarian government in April, which removed Viktor Orbán's previous blockade against the talks.
CDU Saxony-Anhalt Adopts Election Program for State Election
The CDU in Saxony-Anhalt has unanimously adopted its election program for the state election in September at its party congress in Dessau-Roßlau. Top candidate Sven Schulze focuses on migration, the economy, and internal security, as reported by MDR.
World Cup Launch Edition: A Historic Debacle on Netflix
The new FIFA game on Netflix is a bitter disappointment. In his column, Josef Erl tears apart the Launch Edition as a historic debacle.
Trump turns 80: Age and judgment of US president raise concerns
On Sunday, US Donald Trump will turn 80 – and celebrate with a night of cage fighting on the White House lawn. The Guardian has expressed alarm over Trump's judgment and the global risks that grow with his age.
Why We Should Donald Trump a Happy 80th Birthday
Donald Trump turns 80 today, but few in Germany want to congratulate him. The author argues that Trump's failure is not in Germany's interest.
Ukraine as a Security Donor for a New Europe
Ukraine and the EU must fundamentally rethink their integration approaches. Instead of merely meeting requirements, Kyiv should position itself as a security and resilience donor for a changing Europe.
Eastern German states criticize poor rail links – federal government rejects accusations
The heads of government of six eastern German states complain about inadequate rail connections to Poland and the Czech Republic. The Federal Ministry of Transport rejects the criticism, as reported by Tagesspiegel.
Joschka Fischer: Government needs joint project like Agenda 2010
Former Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer (Greens) sees the black-red federal government in a crisis of trust. In an interview with dpa, he calls for a major joint project to restore Germany's competitiveness.
Over 90 Rail Projects Face Stoppage Due to Funding Gap
More than 90 rail projects could stall due to insufficient federal funds, according to a government response to a Green Party inquiry. The Allianz pro Schiene alliance calls for adjustments in the 2027 budget.
Wildberger uses AI for speeches and texts
Germany's Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger has used artificial intelligence to help write speeches and articles, sparking a debate about transparency. His ministry confirmed the use of AI as a working tool.
Romería de El Rocío: A Festival of Tradition and Devotion in Andalusia
The Romería de El Rocío, one of Spain's largest religious pilgrimages, takes place from May 20 to 25 in El Rocío. Each year, over a million people make the pilgrimage to this significant festival to honor the Virgin Mary.