Spain cruised to a 3-0 victory over Austria in the World Cup round of 32 on Thursday, while the German Football Association (DFB) reportedly urged head coach Julian Nagelsmann to resign during a crisis meeting.
The coalition's reform decisions have drawn mixed reactions. Employers' Association President Dulger calls it a long-overdue change of course, while the Association of General Practitioners describes the plans as absolutely catastrophic.
The black-red federal government plans to reform the Freedom of Information Act (IFG). Data protection advocates, journalists' associations, and the Left party are raising the alarm.
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia has responded to accusations of racism following his team's 3-2 victory over Senegal, a day after the World Cup match in Seattle.
Algeria is electing a new parliament, but low voter turnout is expected, according to Deutschlandfunk.
The top officials of the German Football Association (DFB) have reportedly urged national coach Julian Nagelsmann to resign, according to a report by the Bild newspaper following a three-hour meeting at the DFB campus in Frankfurt am Main.
The construction of the new Scheidtobelbahn cable car at Fellhorn in the Allgäu region has been temporarily halted. The Augsburg Administrative Court imposed a preliminary construction stop – the lift operator has now voluntarily initiated an environmental impact assessment.
The Indian government plans to recover the body of Dorje Morup, a climber who died on Mount Everest 30 years ago. The remains, known as 'Green Boots,' are to be brought down from the death zone at over 8,000 meters.
The coalition leaders want to make the requirement for a medical certificate from the first day of illness practical. Lars Klingbeil (SPD) spoke of a basic agreement.
Friedrich Merz defended the coalition's reform package on ARD and ZDF, calling the planned higher wealth tax 'acceptable.'
Lionel Scaloni is set to take charge of his 100th match as Argentina's head coach, a milestone that underscores his remarkable tenure since 2018.
Former EHC Munich goaltender Danny aus den Birken has announced his retirement from professional ice hockey at age 41.
Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil (SPD) has defended the federal government's reform package as a 'balanced compromise' on ZDF and warned against downplaying the results.
The reform plans of the Union and SPD are facing sharp criticism from the opposition, business associations, and unions. While employers praise the policy shift, IG Metall describes it as an attack on workers' rights.
In Tirana, demonstrators and police clashed during protests against a luxury construction project linked to the family of US Donald Trump. Albanian media report arrests and injuries.
In Andalusia, the conservatives will now govern with the right-wing populists of Vox. Incumbent Juanma Moreno was elected head of a coalition government on his second attempt.
Shortly before the NATO summit in Ankara, US Donald Trump sharply criticized the defense contributions of Germany and other allies. In a post on the platform Truth Social, he described their contributions as 'ridiculous'.
Russia launched one of the heaviest attacks on Kyiv since the start of the war on the night of July 2. Dozens were injured, residential buildings destroyed – the EU and several governments condemned the assault sharply.
SPD state parliament member Deniz Kurku has admitted that the suspected driver of the getaway car in the Stade case is his mother-in-law, according to NDR.
A 16-year-old was seriously injured at Munich's Harras square on Wednesday evening and had to undergo emergency surgery. Police said the homicide squad is investigating.
The fifth installment of the “Shrek” franchise is set to hit theaters only in a year. According to the primary source, a current teaser trailer is already causing discontent among fans – mainly due to the altered depiction of the character Fiona.
According to the ARD Germany Trend, nine out of ten respondents demand higher investments in heat protection. Two-thirds of Germans are very worried about climate change.
Eight days after the severe earthquakes in Venezuela, rescue teams pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from the rubble of a collapsed building. According to news agency AFP, Hernan Gil was rescued in Catia La Mar.
Pubs in England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday to show the World Cup last-16 match between England and Mexico.
Alexander Zverev has reached the third round at the grass-court classic in Wimbledon. The French Open winner defeated France's Valentin Royer in straight sets.
The AfD is five percentage points ahead of the Union in the ARD "Germany Trend" poll. This is according to the latest survey by Infratest dimap.
Ukrainian singer Sofia Rotaru has spoken out publicly for the first time since the Russian missile attack on Kyiv on the night of July 2.
A massive Russian attack on Kyiv overnight on July 2 destroyed the warehouse of electronics retailer Moyo and damaged several other commercial properties, according to the Kyiv Post.
Russia launched a massive missile and drone strike on Ukraine overnight on July 2, targeting Kyiv in particular. At least 21 people were killed and 85 injured.
Iran is preparing a six-day state funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, set to begin on July 4. Officials say it will be the largest gathering in Tehran's history.
Russia launched ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones against Kyiv, killing at least 21 people and wounding many more, Ukrainian authorities said.
A new medical facility at Munich's Stadelheim prison can now treat up to 94 inmates simultaneously, offering everything from dental care to an infection ward.
After 175 years, the Bavarian Arts and Crafts Association is shutting down its store and gallery in Munich due to financial losses.
The Munich Administrative Court has retrospectively declared border controls at the German-Austrian border illegal in three cases.
Friedrich Merz (CDU) called on all parties to support the upcoming reforms in his government statement – but the balance is subdued. According to Zeit, the appeal reads like an admission of stagnation.
Reese Witherspoon produces the backstory of Elle Woods, taking the cult blonde back to high school. The Tagesspiegel asks whether the prequel is necessary – and reaches a clear conclusion.
The German government plans to abolish the VAT exemption for Deutsche Post on business mail. The federal government expects additional annual revenue of 115 million euros.
The German government plans to pass a federal law preventing the nationalization of rental apartments. The housing industry welcomes the move, while The Left accuses Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) of acting out of fear of losing the Berlin election.
The top US diplomat in Taiwan, Raymond Greene, has proposed using drones as a deterrent against China. He made the remarks at a drone forum in Taichung.
The planned requirement for a doctor's note from the first day of illness reveals a questionable view of humanity by the federal government. Instead of relieving the sick, they are placed under general suspicion.