‘Completely disgusting’: Omar responds to Trump advisor’s anti-immigrant comments, then draws disturbing historical comparison They’re not even trying to hide it anymore. We Got This Covered · Dec 8, 2025
Germany's Bankruptcy Wave Sends Shock Ripples Through Two Key Equity ETFs Germany is on course for the highest corporate insolvency count in more than a decade, raising fresh questions about the resilience of the nation’s largest listed companies — and the ETFs that track them. Benzinga · Dec 8, 2025
Did Tusk say that Poland will pay for Germany's World War II crimes? Viral claims online have misrepresented Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's remark that Warsaw would pay for the Polish victims of WWII, and not Germany, amidst an ongoing reparations debate with Berlin. Euronews · Dec 8, 2025
Seven EU countries pressure European Commission to rethink 2035 diesel and petrol car ban Pressure from EU countries, lawmakers and the automotive industry is likely pushing the European Commission to delay the revision of the bloc's ban on diesel and petrol cars by 2035. Euronews · Dec 8, 2025
European Commission to unveil €1.2 trillion plan to upgrade the EU's electric grids, leak shows The European Commission has identified eight key energy projects under the "Grids Package" to be announced this week, Euronews has learned. The plan aims to increase electricity transmission across the EU27. The EU executive will also endorse storage and hydrogen projects. Euronews · Dec 8, 2025
The Musk effect: Could the X owner actually impact Germany’s election? The tech billionaire’s comments online have caused Germany’s government to claim he was ‘interfering’ in the country’s upcoming elections – but it's unclear yet if his efforts would have a substantial impact on the vote’s outcome. Euronews · Dec 8, 2025
Ukraine war live: Number 10 says Europe must ‘ramp up’ economic pressure on Russia after Zelenskyy meeting – as it happened Zelenskyy says talks with Starmer, Macron and Merz were a ‘small progress towards peace’e’ The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
Zelenskyy meets European leaders in London for talks on ending Ukraine war Ukraine president’s UK visit comes amid heavy pressure from Washington for Kyiv to cede territory to Russia The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
Hundreds of Santas run through Michendorf, Germany in annual Christmas race Around 1,000 participants dressed as St Nicholas turned Michendorf into a sea of red for the 17th annual run, marking the start of the holiday season. Euronews · Dec 7, 2025
Netanyahu says second phase of ceasefire expected 'very shortly' during Merz visit to Israel The meeting between Merz and Netanyahu revealed clear differences in their stance on Gaza and the two-state solution, however both leaders emphasised their commitment to maintaining a close bilateral relationship. Euronews · Dec 7, 2025
Trump Thinks a $100,000 Visa Fee Would Make Companies Hire More Americans. It Could Do the Opposite. Countries like Canada and Germany are lining up to welcome companies and workers priced out by the H1-B price hike. Reason · Dec 7, 2025
Supermarché sweep: the treats we love to buy on holiday in Europe Italian sweets, Irish smoked fish, honey cakes in Belgium … Our writers choose the stores and local delicacies they make a beeline for when travelling The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2025
China bets big on exports, but will Europe’s economy pay the price? China’s export surge threatens Europe’s economy, with Goldman Sachs warning of GDP losses in Germany, Italy, France, and Spain due to rising competition and weak EU policy responses. Euronews · Dec 7, 2025
Merz promotes peace plan with Abbas ahead of visit to Israel In the run-up to his trip to Israel, the German Chancellor spoke with Mahmoud Abbas about the US peace plan and called for reforms in the Palestinian leadership. The goal remains a negotiated solution for more security in the region. Euronews · Dec 6, 2025
Louder · Dec 6, 2025 “We heard King Crimson synchronised music with visuals at gigs. I thought we could use that, since we didn’t have Mick Jagger to run around or anything”: Remembering Rick Davies, from tramping around Germany to leading Supertramp around the world Former colleagues recall the life and times of a driven but introverted musician who endured tough challenges to see his lifelong vision achieved – and updated his joke book while he did it
Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025 German man charged with murder following death of boy, 14, after incident in Hayes 18 years ago Lejunae Wood, 42, of Wuppertal, Germany was arrested on Thursday, 4 December at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of murder
Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025 Thomas Muller Ranks MLS Cup Ambitions Against Previous Honors Former Germany teammate Mario Götze will be watching from afar as Thomas Müller chases the “most important thing.”
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 Eurostar on track to link Germany and UK. But, when will direct trains launch? Direct train services linking Germany and the UK were unveiled earlier this year, but what progress has been made since?
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 German parliament approves pension package after a rebellion in Merz's party Germany’s parliament has approved a pension reform package that had prompted a rebellion in the ranks of Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s party, the latest instalment in a bumpy first seven months in office
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 Exclusive: Poland sees new influx of refugees arriving from western Europe Polish ambassador Jan Tombiński reports a new trend of refugees arriving from western Europe as Warsaw reviews its asylum regulations and border controls with Germany.
Motorsport · Dec 5, 2025 Adrian Sutil's lawyer issues statement after ex-F1 driver's arrest in Germany Adrian Sutil, currently in pre-trial detention in Germany, has rejected the accusations made against him
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 Another country reintroduces voluntary military service with new plan to counter Russia The move comes as Germany commits billions of euros to modernising its military equipment
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 German president to visit WWII bombing site as Europe seeks to bolster united front against Russia Germany’s president is laying a wreath Friday at Coventry Cathedral in central England, symbolically atoning for the atrocities of World War II as his country and the United Kingdom seek to bolster an alliance to combat the new war raging in Europe
Euronews · Dec 4, 2025 Lithuanian court convicts leader of a governing party of inciting hatred against Jews The district court in Vilnius found that Remigijus Žemaitaitis incited hatred against Jews and grossly downplayed Nazi Germany's crimes.