JDownloader website spread malware downloads
In early May, the JDownloader website delivered malware through compromised installation packages. The site has since been taken offline to address the issue.
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New Heating Law: Heating Installer Albert Kohl Comments
The new heating law permits the installation of gas and oil heating systems beyond 2045. Heating installer Albert Kohl from Bobingen explains how his customers are reacting.
Cybersecurity Monitor: 11 Percent of Cybercrime Victims
In 2025, 11 percent of internet users in Germany fell victim to cybercrime, according to reports. Online shopping fraud led to financial losses and a decline in trust in the services used.
Swimming Accident in Großwallstadt: Swimmer Missing in the Main River
Search efforts continue for a 23-year-old swimmer who went missing in the Main River near Großwallstadt following a swimming accident.
Cybersecurity Monitor 2026: One in Nine Online Users Affected by Cybercrime
According to the Cybersecurity Monitor 2026, 11 percent of internet users in Germany fell victim to cybercrime last year. The study was published by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) and the Police Crime Prevention.
23-year-old swimmer missing in the Main River – search efforts continue
A 23-year-old swimmer has been missing since Sunday evening in the Miltenberg district of Lower Franconia, presumed to have gone under while attempting to swim across the Main River.
GKV Chief Calls for Increased State Support for Nursing Homes
Oliver Blatt, chairman of the GKV-Spitzenverband, urges federal and state governments to contribute more to the costs of nursing homes. This could reduce monthly expenses for nursing home residents by an average of 500 euros.
Arda Saatci completes 600-kilometer run through the American desert
Berlin extreme athlete Arda Saatci reached his goal at Santa Monica Pier after 123 hours and 21 minutes, missing his target time of 96 hours for the 600 kilometers across California.
Truck fire leads to closure of A2 near Hannover-East
A truck caught fire on the A2 near Hannover this morning, resulting in the highway being closed in the direction of Hannover, according to Niedersachsen.
A23: Full closure between Hamburg-Eidelstedt and Pinneberg until the end of May
The A23 will be fully closed from today until May 25 between Hamburg-Eidelstedt and Pinneberg-Süd heading north. The reason is the renovation of the open-pore asphalt, as announced by the Autobahn GmbH.
Train cancellations and diversions around Mainz until July 10
Construction work around Mainz will cause train cancellations, route changes and rail replacement services from today until July 10, affecting commuters and several S‑bahn lines, the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ) reports.
Bundestag debates tougher accessibility rules in first reading
Bundestag held a first reading on proposed stricter accessibility requirements designed to make daily life easier for people with disabilities. The measures would apply at the federal level and, according to Deutschlandfunk, also clarify obligations for the private sector.
Breaking: Coalition agreement in Munich — mayoral posts allocated
The Greens, SPD, FDP, Free Voters and Rosa Liste have agreed on the distribution of deputy mayor positions and city ministries for Munich’s new coalition, according to a newspaper report. Party bodies still have to approve the agreement.
Four young men convicted in Frankfurt (Oder) for attacks on homosexuals
The Frankfurt (Oder) Regional Court has sentenced four young men to prison terms for attacking, humiliating homosexuals and filming the acts.
Bavaria strengthens air rescue: Rescue helicopters allowed to fly longer from five locations
The Bavarian Council of Ministers has decided to expand air rescue in the state. In the future, rescue helicopters will be able to stay in the air longer from five locations.
Tariff negotiations: Verdi calls for warning strikes at Deutsche Telekom
The Verdi union has called for warning strikes in the ongoing tariff negotiations with Deutsche Telekom.
Pompeii victim reconstructed with artificial intelligence
Italian researchers have used artificial intelligence for the first time to reconstruct the appearance and final moments of a victim of the Vesuvius eruption in Pompeii.
New Gaza aid flotilla sets sail from Sicily
From Sicily, pro-Palestinian activists have again set off with more than 50 boats towards the Gaza Strip.
Israel: New Electoral Alliance Against Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces serious competition: two former prime ministers plan to run together against him in the next election.
German Foreign Minister Wadephul calls for greater UN involvement in diplomatic solution to Iran war
German Foreign Minister Wadephul has spoken out in favor of a stronger engagement by the United Nations to end the Iran war.
Controversial survey picture in Bavaria: Many want new rules for migrants – and higher inheritance tax
A recent survey shows that a majority of Bavarians support stricter migration policies and higher taxes on inheritances.
Ökotest and Stiftung Warentest: Only a Few Vitamin D Supplements Perform Well
As the General-Anzeiger Bonn reports, Ökotest and Stiftung Warentest have tested vitamin D supplements – with sobering results: Only a few products are convincing.
Herrmann presents results of regionalized population forecast: Bavaria’s population grows to 13.53 million by 2044
Bavaria's Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann has presented the results of the regionalized population forecast. According to this, the state's population will rise to 13.53 million by 2044, while the average age increases to 46 years.
FC Bayern: Karl-Heinz Rummenigge Declares Star Unsellable – €200 Million Offer Rejected?
As Bild newspaper reports, Bayern boss Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has declared a star of FC Bayern Munich absolutely unsellable. The background is said to be an alleged €200 million offer.
Bavaria opens drone competence and defense center in Erding
Bavaria's Minister President Dr. Markus Söder and Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann open the new drone competence and defense center in Erding. The facility is intended to bundle and further develop the defense against drone attacks.
Despite Ceasefire: More Than a Dozen Dead in Mutual Attacks Between Israel and Hezbollah
Several people have been killed in the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and the Hezbollah militia in Lebanon, according to Deutschlandfunk.
Mangfalltalbahn: Regular train service expected from end of June 2026
As Deutsche Bahn reports, regular train service on the Mangfalltalbahn is expected to resume from the end of June 2026. The reason for the months-long interruption is the extensive repair of a softened railway embankment.
Iranian Foreign Minister Travels to Moscow for Talks with Putin
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected in Moscow on Monday for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, according to Lebanese reports, there have been several deaths in mutual attacks between Israel and the Hezbollah militia.
USA Threaten Iran with Attacks if No Agreement Reached
The United States has threatened Iran with military attacks should no agreement be reached in the ongoing negotiations.
German Interior Minister Dobrindt: No Migration Wave Due to War in Iran
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt does not see increased migration to Europe so far despite the war in Iran. At the same time, a fatal accident in a western German city is being reported.
Over 227,000 People Flee from Lebanon to Syria – Where New Crises Await
More than 227,000 people have fled conflicts in Lebanon to Syria, where they are encountering a lack of shelter, economic hardship, and insufficient state services. Despite a new ceasefire, many intend to stay in Syria.
North Derby between Werder Bremen and HSV: Police Regulation Causes Discontent
Ahead of the Bundesliga North Derby between Werder Bremen and Hamburger SV (HSV), a police regulation is sparking discussions, while incidents have already occurred.
Iran: Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed After All
The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important shipping routes, remains closed. As Tagesschau reports, Iran has reversed a previously announced opening of the waterway.
Millionaires Accuse Authorities of Delays in Whale Rescue
During the rescue of the stranded whale "Timmy" in the Baltic Sea, wealthy supporters criticize authorities for delays. An elaborate maneuver with floating platforms is underway, but experts see little chance of survival.
Polls Show: Trump Failed to Convince Americans on Iran Policy
New polls indicate that a large portion of the U.S. population does not consider the military measures of the Donald Trump administration in Iran to be justified.
Debate Over Hormuz Deployment – Navy Warns of Overstretch
The German Navy has warned of overstretch in the context of the debate about a potential deployment in the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel continues to insist on disarming Hezbollah in Lebanon
Even after a ceasefire with Lebanon came into effect, Israel maintains its central goal of disarming the Hezbollah militia active there.
Natalie Portman Expecting Her Third Child
Actress Natalie Portman is pregnant with her third child at the age of 44, as media reports confirm.
Irregular Border Crossings into the EU Significantly Decreased in the First Quarter
The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union (EU) fell by around 40 percent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year.
Trump Criticizes NATO After End of Hormuz Blockade
Former US President Donald Trump has sharply attacked the North Atlantic military alliance after Iran ended its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.