Minions Director: Yellow Helpers Never Worked for Hitler
The Minions have never worked for Adolf Hitler, director Pierre Coffin clarified in an interview with Polygon.
Day 4. July 2026
45th Eldena Jazz Evenings Kick Off in Monastery Ruins
The 45th Eldena Jazz Evenings begin on Friday at the Eldena monastery ruins near Greifswald, offering a program of contemporary jazz, improvisation, and new compositions.
Point trading in Germany banned from July – fines up to 30,000 euros
Since July 1, trading points in Germany's driving aptitude register has been legally prohibited. Violations can result in fines of up to 30,000 euros, according to ADAC.
Germany Tightens Sick Leave Rules from Day One
Germany is introducing stricter sick leave rules: employees will now have to see a doctor in person on the first day of illness. The government aims to boost productivity, reports UNIAN citing The Telegraph.
NDR Children’s News: Premiere from a Classroom in Ahrensburg
Starting in July, Info's children's news program will be produced directly from classrooms across northern Germany – by and with children. The premiere takes place in Ahrensburg.
Oliver Kahn Receives Bavarian Order of Merit
Oliver Kahn, former goalkeeper of FC Bayern Munich, has been awarded the Bavarian Order of Merit. Markus Söder (CSU) honored him and 67 other personalities at the Munich Residenz.
BDI Urges Reforms on Labor and Energy Costs
The Federation of German Industries (BDI) has called for swift implementation of the reform package. BDI Managing Director Tanja Gönner told Deutschlandfunk that the coalition leaders' plans underscore their willingness to reform and ability to act.
Pension Reform: Commission Proposes Linking Retirement Age to Life Expectancy
A government-appointed commission has proposed 33 recommendations to stabilize Germany's statutory pension system, including a controversial link between the retirement age and rising life expectancy.
Wagenknecht Slams Reform as ‘Fooling the People’
Sahra Wagenknecht, founder of the BSW party, has sharply criticized the planned tax reform by the black-red coalition, calling it a 'Volksveralberung' (fooling the people). She argues that the promised relief of 600 euros includes 312 euros from child benefits, which she says amounts to deceiving the public.
Fürstenfeldbruck and Munich-West to Boost Organic Farming
The regions of Fürstenfeldbruck and Munich-West are the first in the greater Munich area to be selected for a Bavarian funding project aimed at strengthening organic farming.
Nuremberg: First tram line reopens after heat damage
After days of shutdown due to heat damage, Nuremberg has resumed tram service on a first section. Trams are running every ten minutes on the initial stretch.
Reform: Commission Spares the Wrong People
The pension commission has presented a reform proposal that critics say places the main burden on younger generations, failing to achieve intergenerational fairness.
Ukraine demands immediate aid after heavy attack on Kyiv
After a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv that killed at least 20 people, Ukraine has urged the West to make immediate decisions on air defense and new sanctions, according to Euronews.
VW Supervisory Board Member Hamburg Rejects Plant Closures
Resistance is mounting on Volkswagen's supervisory board against possible plant closures. Board member Julia Willie Hamburg calls the plans an inadequate future strategy.
More Syrians in Germany losing protected status
The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) is reportedly revoking the protected status of a growing number of Syrians in Germany, affecting more people than in previous years.
Monaco: Suspect Identified in Package Bomb Attack on Ukrainian Businessman
Prosecutors in Monaco have identified a suspect in the package bomb explosion that severely injured Ukrainian businessman Vadym Yermolayev. Interpol is expected to issue an international wanted notice.
War’s Toll: Four Million Ukrainian Children Need Psychological Help
Around four million Ukrainian children require psychological support, according to UNICEF data cited by Gen.Ukrainian. Up to 80 percent of children are at risk of post-traumatic reactions.
Spain beats Austria 3-0, advances to round of 16
Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing a spot in the round of 16. Goals came from Mikel Oyarzabal (2) and Pedro Porro.