Ukraine No Longer Needs Permission for Strikes on Russia
Ukraine says it no longer requires third-party approval for long-range strikes on military targets inside Russia. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha declared the war has entered a new phase.
Month 8. July 2026
Russian Attack on Kharkiv: One Dead, 20 Wounded, Including Four Children
A Russian attack with guided bombs and drones on Kharkiv on Tuesday killed one person and wounded 20 others, including four children, Mayor Ihor Terekhov said.
Munich Mayor Krause Hosts First Cultural Reception at Gasteig HP8
Munich's new mayor, Dominik Krause, has held his first cultural reception at the Gasteig HP8, marking a new chapter for the city's arts scene.
Nuremberg: Two More Arrests After Girls Drugged and Abused
Police in Nuremberg have arrested two more suspects accused of drugging and sexually abusing girls. The suspects, both Syrian nationals aged 40 and 21, are in custody.
MVV expands: Oberallgäu and Kempten to join
The Munich Transport and Tariff Association (MVV) is planning further expansion: by 2028, the districts of Oberallgäu and the city of Kempten could join the network, as MVV CEO Bernd Rosenbusch announced at the floating press conference on Lake Starnberg on Monday.
British F-35s Scrambled: Russian Patrol Jet Approaches Aircraft Carrier
Royal Navy launched two F-35 fighter jets on July 2 after a Russian reconnaissance aircraft came "unnecessarily close" to the aircraft carrier Prince of Wales in the Norwegian Sea.
Harassment at Munich’s Michaelibad: Man Arrested
A 28-year-old man allegedly sexually harassed a woman and two girls at the Michaelibad in Munich. The suspect was arrested at the scene.
Budanov: Russia Preparing Attack on EU by 2027
The head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, has warned that Russia is adjusting its military plans for a potential attack on European Union countries, with preparations expected to be completed by early 2027.
Alexander Nübel leaves Bayern Munich, joins Besiktas Istanbul
Goalkeeper Alexander Nübel is moving from Bayern Munich to Besiktas Istanbul. Bayern will receive a transfer fee of up to seven million euros.
Le Pen sentenced to house arrest with ankle tag but allowed to run in 2027
A French appeals court has sentenced Marine Le Pen to three years in prison, two of them suspended. The remaining year will be served under house arrest with an electronic ankle tag. However, she remains eligible to run in the 2027 presidential election.
CSU invites to discussion on future of Nazareth Church
The CSU in Bogenhausen has invited residents to a confidential discussion about the future of the Nazareth Church, after the evangelical church considered selling or leasing the building to an Ethiopian Orthodox congregation. The pastor accuses the CSU of a 'subtly xenophobic undertone'.
Worpswede Mayor Schwenke Steps Down After 25 Years
After 25 years in office, Worpswede's mayor Stefan Schwenke will not run again in the local elections in September. He hopes his successor will have the courage to embrace contemporary art.
EU Parliament approves new passenger rights
The European Parliament has approved new air passenger rights. Parents will soon be able to reserve seats next to their children free of charge, and ticket prices must be clearly displayed.
Game Based on ‘Babylon Berlin’ Announced
A free game is set to be released alongside the fifth season of the hit series 'Babylon Berlin.' Developed by the award-winning Berlin studio Paintbucket Games, the title is called 'Eine Nacht im Moka Efti.'
Drug Deaths Under 30: Number Rose Sharply in 2025
The number of drug deaths among people under 30 in Germany rose significantly in 2025. According to Spiegel, 528 young people died – nearly one in four drug deaths involved someone under 30.
Bedbugs on Mountain Huts: Alpine Clubs Ask Hikers for Help
The Alpine clubs in Germany, Austria and South Tyrol are launching a campaign against bedbugs in mountain huts. According to the German Alpine Club (DAV), five to twenty of its huts are affected each year.
Christian Würtz becomes Germany’s youngest bishop in Eichstätt
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Christian Würtz, the 55-year-old auxiliary bishop of Freiburg, as the new Bishop of Eichstätt, making him the youngest Catholic diocesan bishop in Germany.
Harry Styles breaks Coldplay’s Wembley Stadium record
Harry Styles has set a Guinness World Record with twelve sold-out concerts at London's Wembley Stadium.
Pullach: Greens demand immediate heat protection measures for elementary school
After temperatures exceeded 30 degrees Celsius in the Pullach elementary school, the Greens in the municipal council are calling for immediate measures such as fans and mobile air conditioning units, as reported by the Süddeutsche Zeitung.
Germany brews more non-alcoholic beer than ever before
German breweries are producing record amounts of non-alcoholic beer in 2025, driven by a shift in consumer habits toward alcohol-free beverages, according to Deutsche Welle.
Adult Education in Berlin: Community Colleges Stabilize
Berlin's first adult education report shows that community college offerings have grown, with language courses dominating. In 2024, around 24,500 courses were offered — significantly more than in 2021, according to the Senate Department.
Germany Plans Strategic Reserve for Emergencies
Germany plans to build a strategic gas reserve to protect against future supply disruptions. According to Reuters, the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs is pushing ahead with plans for an emergency reserve.
Russian timber reaches Czech Republic despite EU sanctions
Russian wood products continue to enter the Czech market despite EU sanctions. According to Guild Hall, the goods are declared as imports from China using forged documents.
Heating overhaul: German government cuts subsidies for heat pumps
The German government plans to significantly reduce grants for heat pumps and other climate-friendly heating systems. According to Spiegel, around 2.1 billion euros are to be saved by 2030.
Wildfire in the Pyrenees: 12,000 People Evacuated
A severe wildfire in the Pyrenees has forced the evacuation of 12,000 people. According to the prefect, around 20 municipalities are affected.
Ukraine Strikes Eight Russian Tankers in One Night
Ukrainian drone forces attacked eight Russian fuel tankers, a ferry, and a cargo ship overnight on July 7, targeting vessels that supply occupied Crimea, according to the commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces (USF).
Stones Thrown at Israeli Consulate: Suspect Found Dead
The 24-year-old man who threw stones at the Israeli Consulate General in Munich in March has died, according to the Munich Public Prosecutor General's Office.
Alba Berlin signs Julius Böhmer for two years
Alba Berlin has signed Julius Böhmer. The 24-year-old has signed a two-year contract, returning to the Basketball Bundesliga.
Czech Republic may extradite neo-Nazi Liebich to Germany
The Prague High Court has rejected the appeal of convicted far-right extremist Marla Svenja Liebich against her extradition to Germany, a court spokeswoman said.
German industrial production rises 0.9 percent in May
Industrial production in Germany rose by 0.9 percent in May compared to the previous month, driven by the automotive and construction sectors, according to the Federal Statistical Office.
Ukraine strikes Omsk oil refinery in Siberia
On July 6, Ukrainian forces attacked the Omsk Oil Refinery in Russia, located about 2,500 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. The strike is part of a systematic strategy against Russian oil infrastructure, according to military analyst Oleksandr Musiyenko.
Life expectancy in Germany reaches new highs in 2025
Life expectancy in Germany has reached new records in 2025. According to the Federal Statistical Office, it stood at 83.6 years for women and 79.1 years for men.
Proxima Fusion: Munich startup valued at over €2.4 billion
The Munich-based nuclear fusion startup Proxima Fusion has raised €411 million in a funding round and is now valued at more than €2.4 billion.
1&1 Customers Without Cloud App for Months – Company Cites Isolated Cases
Customers of internet provider 1&1 have been unable to use the company's cloud app for months. The company describes the outage as isolated cases and asks affected users for patience.
IG Metall calls for nationwide protest day at VW
The IG Metall union has called for a nationwide day of action at Volkswagen on Thursday, coinciding with a supervisory board meeting that will discuss tightened cost-cutting plans.
CDU Workers’ Wing Warns Against Excessive Distrust in Sick Leave Rules
The workers' wing of the CDU (CDA) has criticized the plans of the black-red coalition to require a doctor's note from the first day of illness. CDA leader Dennis Radtke warned on ZDF's Morgenmagazin against sending the wrong signal.
German Federal Constitutional Court Reviews Bavarian Police Law
Germany's highest court is hearing a challenge to Bavaria's controversial police law, which grants officers extensive powers.
NATO Summit in Ankara: Merz Aims to Show Strength
Friedrich Merz (CDU) will attend the NATO summit in Ankara from July 7 to 8. The heads of state and government of the 32 NATO members plan to decide on stronger support for Ukraine and give Europe more responsibility for security.
Ukraine: 123 Drones Overnight – Air Defense Destroys 108
Russian forces launched 123 combat drones at Ukraine overnight on July 7. Ukraine's air defense shot down or electronically neutralized 108 of them, according to the Air Force.
BBC exposes torturer from Ukrainian secret prison
The BBC has identified a man who allegedly abused Ukrainian civilians at the notorious 'Isolation' torture center in occupied eastern Ukraine. Victims demand justice.