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German elections live: Far right Afd’s surge is ‘final warning’ to democratic parties, victorious Merz says

Friedrich Merz set to become new chancellor after provisional results show his conservatives won

The Independent UK

Debt brake: How this fiscal rule could shape Germany’s election

This mechanism, which has been blamed for a lack of investment, has emerged as an important election issue.

Al Jazeera

German Far Left In Surprise Comeback Ahead Of Election

Germany's far-left Die Linke party has enjoyed a late poll surge ahead of Sunday's elections, boosted by a spirited anti-fascist speech by its new rising star that quickly went viral.

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What is the AfD? Germany’s far-right party, explained

The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) looks set to become the second largest party in the German parliament following elections on February 23. Polls ahead of the election and an exit poll suggest they could receive around 20% of the final vote tally. For the first time, the AfD poses…

The Conversation

Why Germany’s far right hates the Bauhaus movement

At a time of political tension in Germany, the Bauhaus – arguably one of most influential architecture, art and design schools in the world – has become the target of far-right attacks.

The Conversation

London St Pancras: The European cities new trains could go to and why it might not happen

Many barriers – logistical and commercial – must be overcome before trains run Germany and Italy

The Independent UK

Global Markets Mixed Amid Surge In Alibaba Stock

Global markets show mixed performance with France and Japan up, Germany and Britain down. BoJ hints at rate hikes, Alibaba's strong results boost Hang Seng.

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Willingness to ease off ‘debt brake’ may decide the German election

Rule dating from 2009 that limits borrowing looks vulnerable as main political parties promise to revive stalled economy

The Guardian - UK

St Pancras and Channel tunnel plan rail routes to Germany and Switzerland

Partnership comes as London station looks at ways to almost triple passenger numbers

The Guardian - UK

How do we defend free speech – without falling prey to extremism?

JD Vance says Europe should not shun far-right parties. He seems to have forgotten 1933, but hits a key conundrum

The Guardian - US

New train routes planned to link London to European holiday destinations

Eurostar discontinued direct services between London and Disneyland Paris in 2023

The Independent UK

Channel Tunnel owner wants new train services to Germany and Switzerland

Getlink has signed a memorandum of understanding with London St Pancras Highspeed to commit to expanding rail connectivity.

Evening Standard

Elon Musk wants the far right AfD to win the German election - here’s how he became their champion

Germany’s leading political figures say Musk will face consequences for his endorsement of the country’s far-right party, Tom Watling and Alicja Hagopian write

The Independent UK

Plans to expand St Pancras station to open up new cross-Channel routes to Germany, Italy and Switzerland

St Pancras hopes redesign of international departures area could help bring direct trains to new European locations

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Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday. Here's what they hope for

More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekend

The Guardian - UK

‘Our neighbours are daring to choose fascism again’: Germany’s election leaves many fearing what lies ahead

A high-stakes campaign defined by anti-migration rhetoric has stoked fear instead of discussion of pressing structural problems

The Conversation

German election: a triple crisis looms large at the heart of the economy

Ahead of the election on February 23, many German voters are deeply concerned about the economy – and for good reason. The German economy is in a recession and has been shrinking for two consecutive years. In fact, it is now about the same size as it was in 2019,…

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Italy Women Euro 2025 squad: Andrea Soncin's full team

The Italy Women Euro 2025 squad is confirmed for Euro 2025

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"It’s timeless. It was always in its own world; it didn’t fit into any category.” Tangerine Dream and the story of Phaedra

Did you know that Pink Floyd and Emerson Lake & Palmer were both instrumental in the creation of Tangerine Dream's fifth album Phaedra? Read on...

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German Elections: Key Players, Process, And Implications Explained

German voters prepare for a crucial election with global implications. Four contenders vie for chancellorship and potential coalition government formation.

The Independent UK

The European country where trains are even less punctual than the UK’s

Comes as German chancellor mocked Britain for its ‘broken tracks and bad trains’

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