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Germany news: Friedrich Merz set to confirm presidential nominee
The executive committee of the German chancellor's CDU party is expected to finalize its nomination for the country's president. DW has more.
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Ilse Aigner tipped by party allies as next German president
German media reports suggest that Bavarian politician Ilse Aigner's chances of becoming the next president are on the up. Long favored by her Bavarian CSU, now it seems Christian Democrats nationwide plan to back her.
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England’s Harry Kane extends Bayern Munich contract until 2029
'I love the club, the fans and the city,' says the Ballon d'Or winner after extending his stay with German champions.
Business
Rheinmetall shares plunge 17% after outlook cut as military contracts stall
Rheinmetall cut its 2026 outlook for the second time in three months, citing delays to German military projects and artillery ammunition deliveries.
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Germany news: Commerce chief hopes for more stable US trade
German business is pinning its hopes on greater stability in US trade relations after a midterm blow for Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Germany's automakers appear to be feeling less gloomy than in recent years.
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The 2011 discovery of neo-Nazi killers aired biases in German policing
Many questions still surround the National Socialist Underground whose existence was revealed by neo-Nazi terrorist Beate Zschäpe on November 4, 2011. How has German society reacted to NSU crimes? Has justice been done?
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Neo-Nazi NSU attacks exposed 15 years ago
Many questions still surround the National Socialist Underground whose existence was revealed by neo-Nazi terrorist Beate Zschäpe on November 4, 2011. How has German society reacted to NSU crimes? Has justice been done?
Business
Germany news: Commerce chief calls for stable US trade relations after midterms, warning that uncertainty over Trump's tariff policies remains
German business is pinning its hopes on greater stability in US trade relations after a midterm blow for Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Germany's automakers appear to be feeling less gloomy than in recent years.
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy hopes Abu Dhabi talks will open path to Putin meeting
Ukrainian president meets German chancellor in Berlin, who says Russia is yet to engage seriously in peace efforts.
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Germany news: Ukraine in focus at Berlin Security Conference
A security conference in the German capital is addressing defending Europe against threats from Russia. Meanwhile, Germany's justice minister wants to raise penalties for sexual offenses. DW has more.
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German unions launch wave of strikes over cost-of-living pressures
The expanded industrial action comes amid a wave of strikes and protests that have sparked unrest across Europe.
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Merz says next German president 'must be a woman' — report
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier's second term is due to end in March next year. Meanwhile, Merz has called for 'digital sovereignty' in the era of AI.
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Police arrive at German university pro-Palestine protest
Dozens of Pro-Palestine students protested at the University of Hamburg in Germany. Riot police arrested students.
World
German Chancellor Merz wishes Koreans unity, but does Seoul really want it?
Germany, like Korea, was once a nation divided by rival political systems and by one of the world's most fortified borders. Chancellor Merz wished for a united Korea during his recent visit — but such hopes seem faint.
Science
Germany news: Berlin hosts digital summit with AI focus
A government-run conference is to look at the uses and dangers of artificial intelligence. This comes as the German and UK defense ministers will discuss expanding AI's role in military cooperation. DW has more.
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German police investigating after needles found in Halloween candy
German police said they received phone calls with reports about sharp objects concealed in Halloween candy.
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Germany news: Gen Z group calls for new protests
The group behind German demonstrations this weekend has called for more protests to keep pressure on the government to act. Meanwhile, the IG Metall union has begun warning strikes after pay talks collapse. DW has more.
Business
Shops looted as German cost-of-living protests turn violent
The protests in cities across Germany - including Berlin, Hamburg and Frankfurt - came on the same day hundreds of thousands also protested in France.
World
Thousands rally in Berlin as Gen Z protests in more than 30 German cities
Demonstrations sweeping Europe are inspiring young Germans frustrated by rising costs of living amid military spending.
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Germany news: Merz in Asia warns against weaponizing trade
German diplomacy in Asia takes focus this week, as Chancellor Merz wraps up a three-country Asian business tour in South Korea. Meanwhile, President Steinmeier held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. DW has more.