Chinese EV Maker Dreame Considers Brandenburg Factory for Luxury Models
Brandenburg could become home to another major electric vehicle manufacturing facility as Chinese company Dreame Technology considers building a factory in the German state. The potential investment comes just years after Tesla established its Gigafactory in Grünheide, signaling continued international interest in Brandenburg's automotive manufacturing capabilities. Dreame Technology,...
Vice President Shettima Set for Key UNGA Engagements in New York
Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead Nigeria's delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, following directives from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The assembly, running from September 22 to September 28, 2025, will feature global leaders commemorating the UN's 80th anniversary with high-level debates and special events. According to a statement from...
Rock am Ring and Rock im Park 2026 Sell Over 100,000 Tickets Before Full Lineup Announcement
The iconic British heavy metal band Iron Maiden will return to Germany's premier twin rock festivals, Rock am Ring and Rock im Park, in 2026 after more than a decade-long absence. According to festival organizers, these will be the only festival appearances Iron Maiden will make in the coming year. The band last performed at these events in 2014, making their 2026 return highly anticipated...
Johnson and Blunt Reunite for MMA Drama 'The Smashing Machine' Premiere
Hollywood stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt brought glamour to Berlin for the European premiere of 'The Smashing Machine' on September 22, 2025. The event at Berlin's Zoo Palast featured both actors walking the red carpet, with Blunt attracting particular attention for her fashion choice—a shimmering pink gown made from multi-layered tulle and recycled beige sequins. This marks the...
German Prosecutors File Murder Charges in Fatal Street Racing Crash
German prosecutors have filed murder charges against two brothers following a fatal street racing incident in Ludwigsburg that claimed the lives of two young women in March. The Stuttgart public prosecutor's office announced the indictment, which includes charges of murder and attempted murder against the 32-year-old and 35-year-old Turkish nationals who allegedly participated in the...
DAX Gains on US Market Momentum as Commerzbank Slips
German stocks opened higher on Tuesday, buoyed by continued record-setting momentum from Wall Street. The DAX index gained 0.5 percent to reach 23,635 points in morning trading, while the MDAX of mid-sized companies advanced 0.7 percent to 30,362 points. The Euro Stoxx 50, representing the eurozone's leading shares, also climbed 0.3 percent higher.The positive sentiment followed...
Instagram Feud Erupts Between Separated Reality Stars After Munich Festival Incident
The ongoing marital tensions between German reality television personalities Serkan and Samira Yavuz have escalated following an incident during the Oktoberfest weekend in Munich. Samira Yavuz publicly expressed frustration after being unable to reach her estranged husband during his festival attendance, marking the latest chapter in their well-documented relationship struggles since their...
German Coalition Leaders Make Surprise Appearance at Oktoberfest
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise appearance at Munich's Oktoberfest over the weekend, joining CSU leader Markus Söder and SPD co-chairs Bärbel Bas and Lars Klingbeil for a rare moment of political unity. The coalition leaders visited the Schottenhamel festival tent on Sunday evening, marking an unusual break from ongoing government negotiations and policy disputes in...
Fatal Knife Attack Follows Wooden Lunge in German Town Dispute
A 56-year-old man was killed during a violent altercation in Kierspe, North Rhine-Westphalia on Sunday evening, according to police and prosecutor statements from Hagen. The incident occurred on Hauptstraße in the Rönsahl district, where the victim became involved in a confrontation with a 51-year-old man that escalated fatally. Authorities indicated that the dispute appeared to stem from a...
Rheinmetall's Proposed NVL Takeover Promises Job Security Amid Marine Business Expansion
German defense conglomerate Rheinmetall has made an official offer to acquire the naval vessels division of Bremen-based shipbuilding group Lürssen, marking a significant strategic move to expand its marine defense business. The proposed transaction, valued in the billions, would see Rheinmetall take control of Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL), which specializes in constructing and manufacturing...
Currywurst's Birthplace Shifted from Berlin to Duisburg After Historical Findings
Duisburg has officially staked its claim as the true birthplace of Germany's beloved currywurst, challenging Berlin's long-held status with new historical evidence. The city celebrated this culinary revelation by installing a commemorative plaque at the original location of "Peter Pomm's Pusztetten-Stube" in the Marxloh district. Oberbürgermeister Sören Link emphasized the significance,...
Rising Alzheimer's Cases Prompt Global Prevention Efforts on Awareness Day
September 21 marks World Alzheimer's Day, an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. This year's theme emphasizes early prevention and treatment to protect cognitive health. The day serves as a global platform to educate the public about this neurodegenerative condition, which represents between 60% and 70% of all dementia...
CDU Candidate Leads in Ludwigshafen Mayoral Race, Faces SPD in October Runoff
The Rhine-side industrial city of Ludwigshafen will hold a runoff election on October 12 to determine its next mayor after no candidate secured an outright majority in Sunday's initial vote. Preliminary results show Klaus Blettner of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Free Voters Group (FWG) alliance leading with 41.2% of valid votes, followed by Social Democratic Party (SPD)...
Travestie Star Ernie Reinhardt Turns 70, Reflects on Career and New Beginnings
German entertainer Ernie Reinhardt, best known for his glamorous alter ego Lilo Wanders, celebrates his 70th birthday amid a period of transition and renewed activity. The Travestie star, who gained fame through his television work and Hamburg stage performances, recently sold his farm in Alten Land, Lower Saxony, and is preparing for multiple reading tours across northern Germany....
Analysts Adjust Volkswagen Group Outlook as Turnaround Proves Elusive
Jefferies has maintained its 'Buy' rating on Volkswagen AG with a price target of €125, even as the investment firm lowered its outlook for the automaker's sports car subsidiary Porsche AG. Analyst Philippe Houchois adjusted his estimates for both companies on Sunday, aligning them with Friday's downward forecast revisions. The analyst noted that Volkswagen's historically low valuation...
Corporate Buyback Activity Intensifies Across German and European Markets
Several European companies have reported significant share repurchase activity during the week of September 15-19, 2025, according to regulatory filings published on September 22, 2025. GFT Technologies SE, Bilfinger SE, and Samara Asset Group p.l.c. all disclosed their latest buyback transactions through EQS News, demonstrating continued corporate confidence in their stock valuations and...
Northern Germany's Rail Traffic Disrupted Until Evening Due to Multiple Incidents
Northern Germany experienced significant disruptions to its rail services, with multiple incidents including embankment fires, an overhead line fault, and the disposal of an unexploded World War II bomb near Osnabrück's main station causing widespread delays and cancellations. The Deutsche Bahn spokesperson confirmed that long-distance passenger services were particularly affected, with...
Rheinmetall Expands Aviation Portfolio with F-35 Fuselage Production in Germany
Rheinmetall, Germany's largest defense contractor, has marked a significant milestone in its aviation sector expansion by commencing production of fuselage center sections for the F-35, the world's most advanced stealth fighter jet. This development comes as part of a collaboration with US defense giants Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin, signaling Rheinmetall's strategic pivot towards...
From Celebration to Custody: Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht's Legal Battle Over Hotel Debt
German actor and musician Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht has been issued an extradition arrest warrant nearly a week after his initial detention, marking a significant development in a legal saga stemming from unpaid hotel bills. A spokesperson for the Hamburg Public Prosecutor's Office confirmed the warrant's issuance, emphasizing that while this establishes the basis for extradition custody, the...
Vasi Philomin Joins Siemens to Spearhead Industrial AI Expansion
Siemens AG has announced the appointment of Vasi Philomin, a seasoned AI expert from Amazon, to lead its Data & Artificial Intelligence division starting July 1. Philomin, who previously served as Vice President of Generative AI at Amazon Web Services (AWS), is set to drive the development and expansion of Siemens' AI portfolio, including the award-winning Industrial Copilot and other...
Rhine River Claims Another Life in Düsseldorf Amid Safety Warnings
In a tragic series of events, the Rhine River in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) has once again proven to be a perilous location for swimmers, with multiple fatalities reported over recent days. The incidents have prompted renewed warnings from local authorities about the dangers posed by the river's strong currents, whirlpools, and heavy ship traffic, even for experienced swimmers.The...
Tragedy Strikes as Prince Harald von Hohenzollern Dies Ahead of Becoming a Father
The German aristocracy and the town of Leonberg are in mourning following the sudden death of Prince Harald von Hohenzollern, who passed away at the age of 63. The prince, a member of the historic House of Hohenzollern, died from a sudden cardiac arrest while on a business trip in Namibia, where he was involved in the diamond industry. His death comes just weeks before the expected birth of...
German Job Market Shows Minimal Improvement in June Amid Economic Slowdown
The German labor market remains under pressure from economic weakness, with unemployment figures showing only a slight decrease in June. According to the Federal Employment Agency (BA), the number of unemployed individuals dropped by just 5,000 to 2.91 million, marking a minimal improvement in a market that has been stagnant for over two years. Compared to the previous year, June saw an...
From Culinary Fame to Financial Ruin: The Alfons Schuhbeck Trial Continues
The Munich trial of Alfons Schuhbeck, the once-celebrated chef and restaurateur, has shed light on the dire financial straits that led to his current legal woes. Schuhbeck, who admitted to charges of bankruptcy fraud and misuse of coronavirus aid, revealed in court that he survives on a monthly pension of 1,138.76 euros. This admission came as part of a plea deal that could see him serving...
Meteorologists Warn of Scorching Temperatures and Severe Thunderstorms in Germany
Germany is currently experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach up to 40 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, marking the peak of this summer's heat, according to the German Weather Service (DWD). The heatwave, originating from Spain and France, has also led to record-breaking temperatures across several European countries, including Spain, Austria, and the UK, with...
Former Chancellor Merkel Distances Herself From Current Government's Border Practices
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has publicly criticized the current government's approach to handling asylum seekers at the country's borders. Merkel emphasized the importance of providing an asylum procedure to anyone who requests it at the border, aligning with her interpretation of European law. This stance marks a clear divergence from the policies of the Interior Ministry under...
21-Year-Old's Calculated Assault on Graz School Ends in Tragedy
In a harrowing revelation, authorities have detailed the seven-minute rampage by a 21-year-old gunman at the BORG Dreierschützengasse school in Graz, which resulted in the deaths of ten individuals, including nine students and a teacher. The attacker, who had previously attended the school, entered the building armed with a Glock 19 and a sawed-off shotgun, initiating a calculated assault...
