Western Europeans say immigration is too high and poorly managed, survey finds Significant proportion in seven nations surveyed for YouGov poll believe immigration has had negative effect The Guardian - UK · Feb 26, 2025
European Motorcycle Industry Reports Impressive Double Digit Growth The global motorcycle industry is a fascinating study of contrast. In the US, motorcycles are largely seen as recreational vehicles—weekend toys for enthusiasts rather than daily transportation. In Asia, however, two-wheelers are an essential part of life, serving as a primary means of mobility for millions. RideApart · Feb 26, 2025
‘No one talks about this’: Remembering Germany’s role in colonising Africa How do Germans remember – or forget – their colonial history and role in the Berlin Conference that carved up Africa? Al Jazeera · Feb 26, 2025
Friedrich Merz was the most pro-US politician in Germany – his shift could be historic for Europe The lifelong Atlanticist was frank after his election victory: Nato is on the brink, and Germany must reassess its core beliefs on defence, says Jörg Lau, international correspondent for Die Zeit The Guardian - UK · Feb 26, 2025
Trump and Europe: US ‘transactionalism on steroids’ is the challenge facing leaders now Donald Trump has always been an avowed transactionalist rather than a transatlanticist. The author of The Art of the Deal made it clear during his first term as US president that he thought Nato was a bad deal for the US. He publicly berated European allies, notably Germany, for not… The Conversation · Feb 26, 2025
It’s 5 minutes to midnight for Germany’s economy, Bundesbank chief warns The Bundesbank racked up its first loss since 1979, as president Joachim Nagel called on Germany's incoming government to save the economy. Fortune · Feb 26, 2025
Anger over ‘tasteless’ parade float linking Jesus to church sex abuse Germany’s Catholic Church has sharply criticised a carnival float made for a street parade in Cologne The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025
Colonising Africa: What happened at the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885? This month marks 140 years since Western powers sidelined Africans and carved up ‘ownership’ of the continent. Al Jazeera · Feb 26, 2025
Voices: Should the UK and Europe step away from Nato – and US influence? Join The Independent Debate THE INDEPEDENT DEBATE: As Trump’s approach to negotiations with Putin over the war in Ukraine raises security concerns, Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting, Friedrich Merz, has urged Europe to reduce its reliance on Nato and the US The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025
The Chinese migrants hoping for a new life in Germany A small but growing number of Chinese people are fleeing home, with their sights set on Germany thanks to its reputation as a safe haven for refugees The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2025
German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defence fund Friedrich Merz, expected to be next chancellor, has spoken of urgent need for ramped-up defence, but ‘blocking minority’ could form in future Bundestag The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025
‘I felt nothing but disgust’: Tesla owners vent their anger at Elon Musk The tycoon’s links with Donald Trump and Germany’s far-right AfD have slammed the brakes on sales and put the car’s owners in a spin The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025
Trial Begins For Alleged Hamas Members In Germany Trial in Germany for four Hamas members coordinating weapons caches in Europe, linked to attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets. Top News · Feb 25, 2025
94 Times People Asked Something So Dumb About Someone’s Country, It Hurt Questions so absurd they make you wonder if common sense is handed out in limited supply or if Google suddenly started charging per search. The post 94 Times People Asked Something So Dumb About Someone’s Country, It Hurt first appeared on Bored Panda. Bored Panda · Feb 25, 2025
The Conversation · Feb 25, 2025 Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting prioritizes ‘real’ independence from the US − but what does that mean and is it achievable? Germany’s presumptive new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, faces challenges both at home and overseas following his conservative alliance’s election victory on Feb. 23, 2025.
Al Jazeera · Feb 25, 2025 The colonial partition that keeps Cameroon split along ‘artificial lines’ A century ago, Germany, France and Britain claimed Cameroon at different times. The scars are seen in conflicts today.
The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025 Trial begins in Germany for 4 alleged Hamas members accused of seeking weapons caches across Europe A trial has begun in Germany for four alleged Hamas members suspected of organizing weapons caches across Europe
Top News · Feb 25, 2025 Germany's Climate Leadership Continues Amid Government Transition Germany's upcoming government change signals continued climate leadership with ambitious emission reduction goals and renewable energy focus.
Dynamite News · Feb 25, 2025 VFS Global launches cutting-edge AI Chatbot for UK visa applications Developed by VFS Global’s AI Centres in India, the UAE, and Germany, this cutting-edge solution leverages Generative AI technology to deliver human-like, conversational support to applicants seeking information about their UK visa applications. Read further on Dynamite News:
Al Jazeera · Feb 25, 2025 Far-right AfD and socialist left win over young Germans, election reveals Young Germans flocked to opposite ends of the political spectrum in the federal election, rejecting the centre.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025 First Thing: Macron warns Trump against ‘surrender’ in Ukraine US and French presidents disagree over aid and efforts to secure a lasting peace in Ukraine. Plus, are airships the future again?
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025 Tesla sales almost halve in Europe as Musk faces criticism over Trump ties Tech billionaire, a close adviser to the US president, is a vocal supporter of Germany’s far-right AfD party
Al Jazeera · Feb 25, 2025 Germany’s Merz lashes out at Trump’s US while trying to form coalition Triumphant CDU leader hits out at Washington and calls for stronger European security amid attempts to build government.
Fortune · Feb 25, 2025 German bosses blame economic woes on young 'work-shy' employees calling in sick Germany’s economy would have grown by 0.5% instead of contracting in 2023 if illness wasn’t so high, researchers say.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025 Tusk says European leaders heading to London to discuss joint plans on defence – as it happened Polish prime minister says EU leaders will meet on Sunday and calls for greater defence mobilisation across Europe