Berlin Authorities Clear Partially Occupied Building Following Years-Long Dispute
Berlin police deployed approximately 130 officers in a major operation to secure the eviction...
German Brake Specialist Knorr-Bremse Strengthens Electronics Business with Duagon Purchase
German braking systems specialist Knorr-Bremse AG has announced the acquisition of Swiss...
Pharma Giant Merck Sets 2026 Leadership Change with Electronics Division Head Taking Helm
The Darmstadt-based Merck Group, a DAX-listed pharmaceutical and technology conglomerate, has announced a significant leadership transition set for May 2026. Kai Beckmann, currently head of the electronics division, will succeed Belén Garijo as CEO following the expiration of her term. The company confirmed that Beckmann will immediately assume the role of deputy CEO while continuing to...
German Households Retreat From Energy Transition Amid Rising Costs
German households are showing declining willingness to actively...
A28 Motorway Chaos After Lorry Breaks Through Central Barrier
A serious traffic accident involving a heavy goods vehicle has...
Swiss City Limits Leaf Blower Use to Autumn Months
Zurich residents have voted decisively to implement strict new...



German Households Retreat From Energy Transition Amid Rising Costs
German households are showing declining willingness to actively participate in the country's energy transition despite overwhelming support for its goals, according to the latest KfW Energiewendebarometer survey. While 83 percent of private households consider the shift toward renewable energy important, only 59 percent express high readiness to drive the change themselves—the lowest level...