Yvette Cooper to host talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz The diplomatic initiative is understood to include 35 countries such as France, Germany and some Gulf nations. Evening Standard · Apr 1
The Favorites to Win the 2026 World Cup—Ranked Familiar faces harbor genuine ambitions of winning the World Cup trophy. Sports Illustrated · Apr 1
2026 World Cup Predicted Bracket: Messi Heartbreak and Spain Miss Out on Final With the confirmation of all 48 qualified teams, here’s how the 2026 World Cup could play out. Sports Illustrated · Apr 1
Bayern Munich 2-1 Manchester United (5-3 on agg): Women’s Champions League quarter-final, second leg – as it happpened Two late goals from Bayern Munich ended Manchester United’s Women’s Champions League dream The Guardian - UK · Apr 1
High times or low blows? Experts fail to clear air over German drug legalisation Cannabis policy still divisive two years in, with SPD hailing it while CDU minister says it is risk to young people’s health The Guardian - UK · Apr 1
Three men on trial over extremist plot to overthrow German government Three men with alleged ties to a German extremist group that plotted to overthrow the government and kidnap a minister have gone on trial in Munich this Wednesday. Radio France Internationale · Apr 1
Iran war pushes Germany's deficit to 4.2% as growth outlook is cut by 50% Germany's top economic institutes say the Iran war is exposing structural weaknesses that predate the conflict — and warn that without reform, the country risks permanently underperforming its growth potential. Euronews · Apr 1
Rescuers share sad update on humpback whale stranded in Baltic Sea The humpback whale’s story has captivated residents and local media outlets The Independent UK · Apr 1
Germany's first Omani LNG shipments arrive despite Middle East disruptions Germany's first Omani LNG deliveries are arriving on schedule — but analysis of the country's supply chain suggests Berlin's exposure to the Middle East crisis runs deeper than officials admit. Euronews · Apr 1
World's tallest wind turbine reaches final height in Germany's former coal mining region Winds are stronger at higher altitudes, allowing for twice as much energy to be produced. Euronews · Apr 1
Levelling the playing field: GT Summer Series ready for Hockenheim debut With established GT teams, a clever BoP system, and Le Mans legend Frank Biela as a mentor, the GT Summer Series promises a thrilling premiere. Motorsport · Apr 1
German growth forecast cut as Europe scrambles to contain price shock from Iran war Experts have slashed their 2026 and 2027 growth forecasts for the German economy, Europe’s biggest, while governments across the continent are introducing measures to help soften the price impact of the Iran war The Independent UK · Apr 1
Three Reichsbürger backers face trial in Germany over coup and kidnapping plot Three alleged backers of Germany's Reichsbürger "United Patriots" group face trial in Munich over supporting coup plans and a plot to kidnap ex-health minister. Euronews · Apr 1
The Guardian - UK · Apr 1 ‘Raise our heads and resist’: how Europe’s civil society is fighting back against the far right Rightwing parties are using parliamentary queries, legal traps and policing to target NGOs and stifle dissent
Euronews · Apr 1 Youth involved in nearly half of terrorism probes in Europe and North America, study finds The overall impact of terrorism in Europe remains low. However, youngsters are the primary target demographic for terrorist networks, according to a new study.
Times Pets · Apr 1 Angelfish: A guide to keeping and breeding The Origin and History of Angelfish Angelfish display calm social behavior There are two types of angelfish: freshwater and saltwater. The saltwater angelfish is from the family Pomacanthidae, while the freshwater variety is from the genus Pterophyllum, which is part of the Cichlidae family. Freshwater angelfish originate from Brazil and…
The Guardian - UK · Apr 1 Why every woman can see herself in the story of a German celebrity couple’s split Many will recognise their own experiences of digital abuse in Collien Fernandes’s allegations – technology offers perpetrators both tools and cover, says Guardian Europe columnist Fatma Aydemir
Euronews · Mar 31 Syrian president discusses Iran war with British PM on first visit to London since fall of al-Assad Ahmed al-Sharaa has managed to build relations with Western governments and made several overseas trips, including to the United States, France and Germany.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 31 Merz criticised after calling for Syrians in Germany to ‘go back’ home The German chancellor has drawn condemnation from NGOs and members of his own government
The Guardian - UK · Mar 31 ‘Discriminatory’ Israeli death penalty law would be war crime, says UN rights chief Volker Türk says bill, which applies to Palestinians convicted of terror charges but not Jewish extremists, must be repealed
Euronews · Mar 31 EU citizenship: Which countries are issuing the most passports to non-EU nationals? Germany leads on total numbers, but Sweden has the highest naturalisation rate of immigrants in the European Union.
Euronews · Mar 31 Wolf bites woman in Hamburg shopping area in Germany's first attack in decades Wolves are now present in almost all EU countries, and their numbers have increased from 11,000 in 2012 to more than 20,000 in 2023. Italy, Bulgaria, Romania and Spain have populations of more than 2,000.
Barchart · Mar 31 Stock Index Futures Rally on Prospect of End to Middle East Conflict, U.S. Economic Data and Fed Speak in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +1.02%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.94% this morning as sentiment got a boost after President Trump reportedly told aides he was willing to end the U.S. military campaign against Iran.
The Independent UK · Mar 31 Shock as wild wolf attacks woman in busy shopping area in Germany city Experts believe that animal is a young wolf searching for a territory