The opposition conservatives in Germany gain ground in two state elections.

According to projections, the centre-right opposition in Germany won two state elections on Sunday, marking the halfway point of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's unpopular national government.

According to projections, the far-right Alternative for Germany party has also made gains, dealing...

The election in Bavaria could be a sign of growing radicalism in Germany.

The nation's second-most populous state has a lengthy history of mainstream conservatism, but extreme tendencies are discernible.

With recent polling indicating that support for far-right extremism is on the rise across all age groups in Germany, this weekend's election in Bavar...

Germany and Central Asian republics express enthusiasm for 'Middle Corridor' plans to strengthen their relations.

As EU member states strive to garner geopolitical friends in the region, Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz hosted leaders from the five Central Asian republics for their very first summit on Friday. The meeting was held in Germany.

Leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Tur...

China restricts exports of critical metals and drones

Controls on Chinese exports of two semiconductor-critical metals went into effect on Tuesday, a day after Beijing restricted the export of certain drones.

In recent months, the Biden administration has increased restrictions on Chinese companies' access to the most advanced semicond...

Two German ministry personnel were allegedly involved in espionage on behalf of Russia.

According to the allegations, the high-ranking officials are responsible for delicate energy-related matters.

According to allegations in the media, an investigation has been opened into the possible espionage activities of two personnel working for the German economy ministry on behalf...

Adidas receives $565 million in unfulfilled Yeezy shoe orders.

According to a report in the Financial Times, a German sportswear firm has received orders for 4 million pairs of shoes after an antisemitic row.

According to the Financial Times, Adidas got orders for more than 508 million euros ($565 million), which is better than the company's &q...

In the Berlin suburbs, the German police are searching for a lioness on the loose.

German police have advised residents of Berlin's southern suburbs to remain indoors as they search for a lioness believed to be on the loose.

Two individuals reported seeing what appeared to be a lioness pursuing a wild boar down a street less than 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) from the ...

Germany discusses siestas while Europe struggles with increasing temperatures.

Germany is debating the necessity of siestas as a European heatwave raises temperatures and generates dire health warnings.

As record-breaking temperatures are recorded across southern Europe, concerns of death and heart attacks are growing.

Bavaria recorded the country's ...

Baerbock urges 'accountability' for Putin at the ICC.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock urged the international community at a ceremony commemorating the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC) to hold Russian President Vladimir Putin accountable for his actions in Ukraine.

Baerbock stated at...

More than 38 million households in Germany have televisions, making the German television market the most competitive and the largest in all of Europe.

The many regional and national public broadcasters, which are structured in accordance with the political framework of the federal government, compete with powerful commercial operators for audiences. Broadcasting is governed by local authorities in each of Germany's 16 states and federal sta...

Germany's GDP shrank by 0.3% in the first quarter, officially putting the country into recession

In the first three months of this year, the German economy unexpectedly fell, marking the second consecutive quarter of contraction.

According to figures provided by the Federal Statistical Office on Thursday, Germany's GDP fell by 0.3% from January to March. This is in response to ...

Defense leaders warn that despite China's "disruptive" behavior and increased fear, discussions must continue.

It is not possible to decouple from China, but it is crucial to find a way to lower risks and lessen dependences.

Over the past ten years, China has become Germany's most significant trading partner.

Similar to that, China is Australia's biggest economic partner, but t...

In a recessionary Germany, Berlin prepares for a conflict over budget cuts

The largest economy in Europe is experiencing financial difficulties for the first time in nearly a decade, and it is up to three contending parties to resolve them.

Official data released on Thursday revealed that Germany has officially entered a recession, with economic output falling...

Germany is in a slump, so Berlin is getting ready for a fight over budget cuts.

For the first time in almost a decade, Europe's biggest economy has money problems, and it's up to three fighting parties to fix them.

Official numbers released Thursday show that Germany is now in a recession. During the first quarter of the year, the country's gross domest...

The 'mad' nobleman who attempted to overthrow the German government.

A prince dismissed by his own family as a "mad old man" has emerged as a central figure in an alleged conspiracy to overthrow the German government. In a nationwide operation conducted by tens of thousands of security personnel on Wednesday, he was detained along with other alleged cons...

Talks about the U.S. debt cap need to be more mature, says a German minister.

There isn't much time left to reach a deal. Earlier this month, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that if a deal isn't reached, the biggest economy in the world could default on its debt on June 1.

Leaders of the Democratic Party want to raise the cap, but Republican law...

The German financial supervisory authority has issued a 'nervous moment' warning for banks and forecasted tension in the real estate market.

On Tuesday, Germany's financial regulator issued a warning that the country's banking system is experiencing a real-life stress test amidst the present turbulence and predicted considerable weakening for the commercial property sector. Since March, when Silicon Valley Bank failed and nume...

There's still a lot for you to learn. A German politician was reprimanded for a Star Wars-related tweet gaffe.

Things aren't looking good for Marco Buschmann. In honor of the unofficial Star Wars Day, Germany's justice minister tweeted something that has since been widely criticized by the franchise's many devoted followers. The Libertarian Party member tweeted, "Happy #StarWarsDay!"...

Germany arrest Syrian suspected of planning Islamist attack

Officials announced on Tuesday that German authorities have arrested a Syrian man suspected of plotting an Islamic extremist-inspired attack involving explosives.

Federal police reported that officers apprehended the 28-year-old man early Tuesday morning in the northern city of Hamburg ...

Hoping for better times, Germany shuts down its nuclear power plants.

A law passed in 2002 mandated the eventual elimination of the emission-free power source, and the Fukushima accident in 2011 sealed the deal. Starting at 10 p.m. on Saturday, the Isar-2 nuclear facility near Munich will begin gradually reducing its power output by 10 MW/min.  After 45 minute...