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Germany's Left Party icon Gregor Gysi to head first Bundestag session
Gregor Gysi will kick off the first session of the new Bundestag when it convenes on Tuesday, March 25. The 77-year-old leftist is free to decide on the content and length of his speech.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:
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How India's market slump is affecting small investors
Trump's tariff threats have rattled global markets. But in India, the market slump isn't just about the new US president. Millions of small investors are feeling the squeeze, for other reasons than a trade war.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:International students 'bring billions to Germany'
A new economic study has found that international students are a massive boon for Germany's coffers — even if they get their education free of charge. German industry is now doing more to recruit foreign students.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Germany's new parliament has a diversity problem
The majority of lawmakers in Germany's newly elected Bundestag are older white men, most of whom are academics. What does that mean for Germany's so-called "representative" democracy?
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Greenland condemns planned visits by Usha Vance and Trump adviser
The pair will make separate trips this week, after threats from the US president to take over the island.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Germany's Red Army Faction: Far-left terror group member stands trial
The trial of alleged Red Army Faction (RAF) terrorist Daniela Klette is about to begin. The group also known as Baader-Meinhof Gang has attracted considerable media attention since the 1970s.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Tate brothers report to Romanian police after return from US
The brothers report to police as part of an ongoing criminal investigation after returning from the US.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Why are African teams playing football against Russia?
Since being banned from competitive football after invading Ukraine, Russia have largely faced sympathetic countries in friendlies. Increasingly, African sides are answering the call. Why is that?
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy urges pressure on Russia as US-Ukraine talks begin
The US is optimistic about high-stakes talks in Saudi Arabia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, while Kyiv and Moscow are less so.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Frank Gardner: Ukraine upbeat and Russia in no rush at truce talks in Saudi Arabia
US negotiators held talks in Saudi Arabia with Ukraine on Sunday, and separately with Russia on Monday.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Germany secure Nations League final four after wild draw
Germany land another summer of football after squeezing past Italy in a wild game in Dortmund that saw them throw a three-goal lead.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:New record as 57,000 fans attend women's German Cup semifinal
Hamburg's match against Werder Bremen set a new record attendance for a women's club game in Germany. At a sold out Volksparkstadion, the visitors booked their spot in the German cup final.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:57,000 fans set record at women's German Cup semifinal
Hamburg's match against Werder Bremen set a new record attendance for a women's club game in Germany. At a sold out Volksparkstadion, the visitors booked their spot in the German cup final.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Pope Francis is discharged from Rome hospital
The Pope waved from the hospital window before being discharged to return to the Vatican.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Did Serbia use a similar sound cannon to Romania in 1989?
A former Romanian prosecutor has claimed the sound technology allegedly used against protesters in Belgrade is a similar but more advanced version of the one used by the communist regime in the 1989 Romanian revolution.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Racism in Germany is the norm not the exception
In Germany, more than 60% of Black people and Muslims have experienced discrimination, according to a new study by the National Discrimination and Racism Monitor. The consequences can be severe.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Turkey: Large crowds rally as Imamoglu appears in court
After five hours of interrogation on corruption and terrorism charges, Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was moved to a court in the city for further questioning. The 53-year-old's arrest has sparked days of angry protests.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Fear and anger mount as 'battle for the soul of Romanian democracy' looms
Their last vote was cancelled due to alleged Russian meddling. Now Romanians fear what might happen in May.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:'My husband is a fighter pilot in Ukraine. Here's how I really feel about a ceasefire'
Maria, whose husband Ivan has been risking his life since the first day of the war, is cautiously hoping for a truce.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Berlin police arrest scores as neo-Nazi march blocked
Right-wing extremists aimed to march through Berlin's district of Friedrichshain. However, they didn't get very far as counter-protests blocked the way.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Moment police chase ends in four car pile-up in Paris
Thirteen people - 10 of them police officers - have been injured after a car chase in the French capital.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:COVID-19: Five years since Germany went into lockdown
Five years ago, strict measures were introduced in Germany to contain the spread of COVID-19. Almost all stores, businesses, and schools were closed. Today, Germany is still divided over how the pandemic was managed.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Turkey arrests hundreds after Istanbul mayor protests
Turkish officials warned there would be "no tolerance for those who seek to violate societal order" amid escalating outrage over the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu, the main rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Why Trump is struggling to secure fast ceasefire in Ukraine
Trump said he would end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours. The reality is proving far more difficult.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Germany's Friedrich Merz is ready for foreign policy challenges
The likely next government should have substantial financial leeway, thanks to credit-financed special funds. However, it will also face big foreign policy challenges — almost all of which are linked to Donald Trump.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:As Hungary bans Pride events, critics fear Russian influence
Critics have called out "rising fascism" in Hungary, saying the government's move to ban LGBTQ+ Pride parades is just an attempt to divert attention from corruption scandals and Viktor Orban's flagging popularity.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Tates return to Romania to 'prove their innocence'
Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate face human trafficking and other charges in Romania, which they deny.
Published on: March 22, 2025 | Source:Thomas Tuchel: Can English football embrace a German coach?
England's national football team has had foreign coaches before, but never a German. His appointment was divisive but what is the feeling around Thomas Tuchel now he has coached his first game?
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:US to import millions of eggs from Turkey and South Korea
A bird flu epidemic has caused egg prices to soar, and projections show they could rise by 41 percent this year.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Heathrow Airport flights resume after fire cut power
Heathrow airport said it has resumed full operations on Saturday after a fire at a nearby substation knocked out power to one of the world's biggest air traffic hubs.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Prince William rides in tank during Estonia visit
The Prince of Wales has visited troops at a strategically important army base on Russia's border
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Will Ukraine's Neptune long-range missile make a difference?
Ukraine has unleashed its new long-range missile, one that can reach targets deep inside Russia. Can this weapon replace the rockets supplied by the US?
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Germany approves $3 billion in military aid for Ukraine
The 3 billion package approved by the Bundestag Budget Committee comes on top of the 4 billion in military aid to Ukraine already planned in the 2025 budget.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Poland, Baltic states back away from land mine treaty
Poland and the Baltic states have said they are planning to leave the Ottawa Convention, dealing a blow to the international treaty banning antipersonnel land mines.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:How Nigeria lost its textile market to Chinese imports
Nigeria's textile production was once a vibrant, booming sector and a key part of its economy. But the industry has since been brought to its knees by cheap imports from China. Is there a chance of recovery?
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source: