Practical news on daily life, integration, education, housing and orientation for living in Germany.
The wolf that attacked a woman in downtown Hamburg over two months ago is believed to be dead, according to the city's environmental authority. The animal's tracking collar has stopped transmitting signals.
When moving into a new apartment, tenants often have to pay four-figure sums for taking over the fitted kitchen and furniture. According to Tagesspiegel, such payments are generally permissible but subject to rules.
A shelter for homeless people in Berlin's Reinickendorf district has 185 registered residents receiving welfare benefits, despite having only 140 beds. According to Tagesspiegel, job centers conducted a large-scale operation to verify who actually lives there.
Aldi Nord warns of salmonella in grated basil of the brand Le Gusto. Customers should not consume the product.
Brandenburg's Minister Dietmar Woidke (SPD) has tested an AI program designed to relieve nursing staff of time-consuming documentation. He was impressed by the technology's potential.
A Forsa poll finds that 54 percent of respondents support a helmet requirement for cyclists. Yet only about a third of riders always wear one.
In 2025, 332,500 people were naturalized in Germany – more than ever before. This is according to figures from the Federal Statistical Office obtained by Zeit.
A man-made mini-island in the Greifswalder Bodden near Rügen is going under the hammer. According to the FAZ, it is a former degaussing station of the East German navy.
Danish whale researcher Peter Teglberg Madsen has sharply criticized the handling of a stranded whale on Anholt, calling it a 'total disaster.' According to FAZ, he is now receiving hate mail for his comments.
Dell is reportedly refusing to replace devices damaged during shipping, even though the seller is legally liable for transport damage in Germany.
A 30-meter-long concrete canopy collapsed onto a sidewalk in Westerland on Sylt on Tuesday. According to FAZ, residents were startled by a loud bang.
The Brenner Pass is impassable for at least eight hours on Saturday due to a protest against high traffic volumes, reports the FAZ.
A 25-year-old man without a valid ticket attacked two train attendants on Wednesday morning in Mannheim. According to Spiegel, citing the Federal Police, he punched the women in the face.
According to a report by the Abendzeitung München, child benefit is to be paid out without an application from 2027. The reform aims to cut bureaucracy.
After a residential building collapsed in Görlitz, emergency services recovered the body of a 25-year-old Romanian tourist. The search for two other missing persons continues, as Spiegel reports.
The Education Action Council recommends parent training and more media literacy in schools instead of blanket social media bans for young people. This is according to a report published Thursday in Munich.
A free online portal called "Toilets Make School" is designed to help schools improve their sanitary facilities. The German Toilet Organization (GTO) presented the offering in Berlin.
Four readers of the FAZ describe their experiences with menopause: Many feel dismissed by doctors and struggle to find proper treatment.
According to the BBC, many parents today suffer from extreme fatigue, prompting some scientists to rethink sleep recommendations. The reasons for this exhaustion are varied and extend beyond sleep deprivation.
The new Mango coalition in Munich plans to abolish free kindergarten, putting pressure on middle-class families. Many parents feel increasingly strained in Germany's most expensive city, according to Süddeutsche Zeitung.
In Munich, thousands protested during the 'Krachparade' against high rents and gentrification. The demonstration featured music vehicles and mobile stages.
Psychoanalyst Wolfgang Schmidbauer explains how infidelity burdens families and can entangle children in loyalty conflicts.
Thousands of Indian students in Germany face high tuition fees and precarious jobs. Many fall into a vicious cycle of debt and illegal working conditions, as reported by Die Zeit.
In a Hamburg kindergarten, children learn to engage with water playfully to overcome fears and develop swimming skills.
Alex Deagoue, a bus driver in Hamburg, also serves as the mayor of his hometown Niambli in Ivory Coast, blending his work in Germany with his commitment to Africa.
The 89-year-old Otto Gugger has gifted his valuable property in Munich for a charitable purpose. The donation aims to support social housing initiatives.
The German Psychotherapists Network (DPNW) criticizes the draft of the Medical Register Act, which could process sensitive health data without active consent. Concerns about confidentiality and trust between patients and providers are growing.
The LSVD+ calls for a constitutional amendment to better protect queer individuals from hate crimes and ensure their safety.
A legal dispute over the allocation of tents at Oktoberfest is causing significant uncertainty. Wiesn host Alexander Egger is calling for a Europe-wide tender, alarming traditional hosts.
In southern Brandenburg, dozens of cattle have gone missing overnight, raising suspicions of an organized gang behind the thefts.
Ewald Arenz reflects on his journey from being labeled a failure to becoming a dedicated teacher, shaped by doubts and insights. According to Die Zeit, he ultimately found his calling in teaching.
The European Commission has proposed a new ticketing system to streamline train travel across the EU, allowing travelers to purchase tickets from multiple rail companies in a single booking process.
According to Die Zeit, students' learning motivation is heavily influenced by internal needs. In Germany, students are becoming demotivated, leading to declining performance.
The coalition has reached a compromise to ease access restrictions to free integration courses. Starting in June, people without secure residency status will also be able to participate, according to Tagesschau.
District Matthias Jendricke is increasing pressure on welfare recipients in Thuringia to find work.
EU negotiators have agreed on new rules to support drug production, aiming to reduce reliance on external suppliers.
In Ukraine, three fatal e-scooter accidents involving children have occurred in the past two weeks. According to BBC, two children died while two others were seriously injured.
Traveling with pets can be comfortable and safe with proper preparation. Key aspects include choosing the right carrier, monitoring the temperature in the car, and having a first aid kit for pets.
Tung Ma, a highly qualified engineer, is having trouble finding a suitable job. Despite his excellent academic record, he remains unsuccessful, as reported by Zeit.
According to Deutschlandfunk, an increasing number of Germans are relocating to Switzerland, driven by various factors including better job opportunities and quality of life.