Klingbeil defends higher new borrowing in federal budget
Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) has defended the planned increase in new borrowing for the federal budget next year. At the same time, he announced a stricter austerity course.
Month 6. July 2026
Record Participation: 1.5 Million People Celebrate CSD in Cologne
Around 1.5 million people celebrated Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Cologne on Sunday. According to the organizers, the city has never been as crowded as this year.
Niklas Süle moves to amateur club SV Tiefenbach
Former Germany international Niklas Süle is swapping professional football for the Kreisliga, joining SV Tiefenbach. The 30-year-old confirmed the move to broadcaster Sky, saying he looks forward to experiencing the sport from a completely different perspective.
Klingbeil defends reforms, warns of burdens for all
Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) defended the black-red coalition's reform plans in an ARD summer interview and acknowledged that there would be burdens for everyone. The SPD chairman pointed to years of reform backlog and announced a stricter austerity course.
Union Berlin Crushes Lübben 16-0 in Friendly Rout
Bundesliga side 1. FC Union Berlin demolished Brandenburg-Liga club SV Grün-Weiß Lübben 16-0 (11-0) in a pre-season friendly on Sunday, with Marin Ljubicic, Tim Skarke, and Ilyas Ansah each netting a hat-trick.
Trams resume service after heat damage in Leipzig
A week after suspending tram operations due to extreme heat damage, most trams in Leipzig are running again. The transport company LVB said citizens helped by scraping sealing compound from the tracks.
CSD in Cologne: Thousands Celebrate Community and Demand Acceptance
Thousands of people marched through Cologne on Sunday to celebrate the visibility of the queer community and demand societal acceptance.
Russian Attack Nova Terminal in Chernihiv
Russian forces shelled the northern part of Chernihiv on July 5, hitting a sorting terminal of the Nova Poshta company. The city administration reported that civilian infrastructure was targeted.
Munich Opens 25 Rooftop Gardens: City Invites to Special Views
This weekend, interested visitors can explore 25 rooftop gardens and terraces in Munich. Not only spectacular views await, but also some unexpected installations.
Bahn closes right Rhine line for five months
The right Rhine line between Wiesbaden and Troisdorf will be closed for a corridor renovation. According to FAZ, the line will be completely shut down from Friday evening at 10 p.m. until December 12.
Nigel Farage referred to UK ethics committee again
Nigel Farage has been referred to the UK parliament's standards watchdog following a report that he failed to declare financial benefits, according to Deutsche Welle. Reform UK leader is already under investigation over a separate gift.
Region Warns of Russian Attacks on Gas Stations
Authorities in Ukraine's Oblast have urged residents to avoid gas stations, warning that Russia is preparing targeted strikes on fuel infrastructure in the region.
Ukrainian Science in War: Damaged but Not Defeated
Russia's war of aggression has inflicted severe damage on Ukrainian science. The historic Palladin Institute in Kyiv was hit, and over 10,000 scientists have been displaced or killed.
Munich Festival: Stars, Heat, and a Side-Swipe at Trump
The Munich Festival attracted around 95,000 visitors in scorching heat – with stars like David Duchovny and Pedro Almodóvar, and a side-swipe at US Donald Trump.
40 Percent of Employees Doubt They Can Work Until Retirement
According to a DGB survey, 40 percent of employees in Germany do not believe they can work until the statutory retirement age. Pessimism is particularly high in nursing, crafts, and construction.
Reform UK: Farage failed to declare gifts from convicted crypto entrepreneur
Nigel Farage, leader of Britain's Reform Party, did not declare gifts and benefits from George Cottrell, a crypto entrepreneur convicted of fraud. The party's economic spokesperson, Robert Jenrick, admitted this.
Mechthild Großmann Reads About Dance and Ecstasy at MV Festival
Actress Mechthild Großmann, known as the prosecutor from the Münster 'Tatort', read texts about dance, intoxication, and ecstasy on Saturday at the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival, accompanied by pianist Gottlieb Wallisch.
Munich offers free HPV vaccinations for children and adolescents
Munich's health department is offering free HPV vaccinations for children and adolescents from July 6 to 10 as part of the Bavarian Vaccination Week.
Helene Fischer Dazzles 50,000 Fans in Hamburg
Helene Fischer performed two concerts at Hamburg's Volksparkstadion over the weekend, thrilling more than 50,000 fans with a two-and-a-half-hour pop-schlager party.
Capital Pension: DAI Director Warns Against ESG Overload
Franz-Josef Leven, director of the German Equity Institute (DAI), warns against overburdening the new capital pension with ESG requirements and forcing investments domestically.
Over 300 Bikers Fulfill Dying Girl’s Last Wish in Munich
More than 300 bikers gathered at a Munich hospital on Friday morning to fulfill the final wish of 16-year-old Alara, who is terminally ill with a brain tumor.
Brudermühltunnel in Munich to be closed at night
Due to safety maintenance work, the Brudermühltunnel in Munich will be closed from Monday night. According to the building department, the work is scheduled until Friday.
Funeral Prayer for Ali Khamenei Held in Tehran
A funeral prayer for Ali Khamenei, the Iranian leader killed in the war, was held in Tehran, led by a senior cleric. The ceremony drew large crowds, and Khamenei's body will remain in the capital until Monday.
Hannover Marksmen’s Festival 2026: Parade with 10,000 Participants
The highlight of the Hannover Marksmen's Festival has begun: the traditional parade with more than 10,000 participants. According to organizers, 150 marksmen's clubs and 90 marching bands are taking part in the procession.
Reform Stalls: Greens Summon Reiche to Committee
The planned reform of Germany's Renewable Energy Act (EEG) is making no progress. The Greens blame Economy Katherina Reiche (CDU) and want to summon her before the Bundestag Committee on Economic Affairs and Energy.
Hungary Limits MPs’ Terms to Twelve Years
Hungary plans to limit the term of members of parliament to twelve years. Peter Magyar announced this on Facebook.
Self-occupiers of property in Germany at tax disadvantage
A new study by the German Economic Institute (IW) shows that buying and living in your own home in Germany is significantly less attractive financially than renting it out. The difference in returns over 15 years amounts to around 87,000 euros.
Schlagermove in Hamburg: Party, Road Closures and 50 Trucks
Today, the Schlagermove parade with around 50 trucks and hundreds of thousands of Schlager fans will move through the St. Pauli district, causing numerous road closures.
Urine Spray Attack: Hesse Interior Minister Protest in Langen City Forest
Hesse's Interior Minister Roman Poseck (CDU) has strongly condemned an attack on a municipal employee in the Langen city forest. Unknown assailants sprayed the man with a foul-smelling liquid, believed to be urine.
Jürgen Klopp Could Become New Germany National Coach
Jürgen Klopp has confirmed talks with the German Football Association (DFB) about succeeding Julian Nagelsmann as national coach, but hinted that a deal is not a foregone conclusion.
João Palhinha returns to FC Bayern Munich
João Palhinha has returned to FC Bayern Munich after his loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur. The Spurs did not trigger the €30 million purchase option.
Frankfurt lacks clear strategy against homelessness and drug scene
Frankfurt has an image problem as a business location. The city lacks a concept for social and security policy, as a commentary in the FAZ criticizes.
Snakes increasingly appearing in Bavaria
In Bavaria, snake species originally native to southern Europe are being spotted more frequently. According to the Munich Reptile Rescue Station, around 15 specimens of the four-lined snake have been reported in the state over the past five years.
Bus crash near Mykolaiv: nine dead, eight injured
A minibus collided with a truck on the M-14 highway between Odesa and Mykolaiv on Saturday morning, killing nine people and injuring eight others, police said.
Ukraine strikes Russian oil facilities near St. Petersburg
Ukraine has again attacked Russian oil facilities on the Baltic Sea near St. Petersburg with drones.
Trump invokes a nation of believers on 250th birthday
On the eve of Independence Day, US Donald Trump delivered a speech before Mount Rushmore, invoking a nation of believers and warning against communist ideology.
Ukrainian drones hit oil terminal in St. Petersburg
Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg in the early hours of July 4, according to the Kyiv Independent, citing Russian Telegram channels.
Union parliamentary group rejects Left Party’s constitutional complaint against heating law
The Union parliamentary group in the Bundestag has sharply criticized the Left Party's announced constitutional complaint against the so-called heating law. According to Deutschlandfunk, deputy Union parliamentary group leader Sepp Müller rejected the Left Party's objections.
Ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz recovers
The US and Iran have concluded their talks in Qatar. A data firm reports a recovery of ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach World Cup round of 16
Colombia has reached the round of 16 at the World Cup. The team beat Ghana 1-0 (1-0).