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Germany’s SEFE and UAE’s ADNOC Gas strengthen energy ties with LNG deal

Offshore Energy · July 10, 2025

Germany’s Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE) has expanded its liquefied natural gas (LNG) arsenal through a multi-year LNG supply agreement with ADNOC Gas, a subsidiary of the UAE-headquartered ADNOC, bolstering Europe’s energy security. ADNOC Gas'...

The U.S. has long wanted to sell more cars in Asia. Do Asian consumers want them?

Los Angeles Times · July 17, 2025

SEOUL — In the early 2000s, an observant driver might have noticed an unusual sight on South Korean streets: Some of the police cars were American-made Ford Tauruses. Although South Korean patrol cars were normally supplied locally by Hyundai or...

Tourists face fine if they take plane seatbelts off too early in popular holiday spot

Derby Telegraph · July 13, 2025

British holidaymakers heading to Turkey, a favoured holiday spot , could face a hefty fine for breaching an unusual new airplane rule. In 2024, over 4.4 million Brits flocked to Turkey, marking a significant rise of 16.6% compared to 2023. This...

Germany, Norway to supply more Patriot systems to Ukraine

Defence Blog · July 10, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed on Thursday that Kyiv and its Western partners are exploring the purchase of additional air defense systems and munitions to strengthen Ukraine’s military. Speaking to reporters in Rome, Zelensky...

Germany tells Iran to pressure Houthis over Red Sea attacks

Middle East Eye · July 10, 2025

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told Iran to pressure Yemen's Houthis to stop attacking ships in the Red Sea. "We condemn this in the strongest possible terms and expect Iran to exert its influence on the Houthis to put an end to it," said...

Bike Sharing Outlook Report 2025 Market To Reach Almost $10 Billion By 2034 With Asia-Pacific Driving Adoption

MENAFN · July 17, 2025

(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Global Bike Sharing Market poised for growth, expected to surge from USD 5.2B in 2025 to USD 9.9B by 2034, driven by 7.4% CAGR. Eco-friendly urban transit gains traction with e-bikes, mobile apps, and public...

Gold bullion and the erosion of US trust: Europe’s historical and quiet revolt — Phar Kim Beng

Malay Mail · July 17, 2025

JULY 11 — Amid trade wars, shifting alliances, and a resurgence of unilateralism, a quiet financial rebellion is unfolding in Europe. It is not led by protestors in the streets or fiery parliamentary speeches. Instead, it is taking shape deep in...

Germany ready to buy US Patriot systems for Ukraine, Merz says

The Kyiv Independent · July 10, 2025

Berlin is ready to purchase Patriot air defense systems from the United States and transfer them to Ukraine, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on July 10 amid an uptick in Russian aerial strikes, Sky News reported. Merz's statement came hours...

Germany Accepts First Eagle 6×6 Ambulance From GDELS

The Defense Post · July 10, 2025

General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) has delivered the first Eagle 6×6 medium protected medical vehicle to the German Armed Forces as part of a contract signed in 2020. The system was accepted by the service’s Medical Training Regiment...

Germany Relaunches Zero-Emission Bus Funding: Up to 80% Covered for Hydrogen and Electric Fleets

Hydrogen Fuel News · July 10, 2025

Germany fires up zero-emission bus funding again for 2025 Germany is back in the game when it comes to zero-emission tech. Starting July 2025, the country is rolling out a revamped zero-emission bus funding program, giving public transit operators...

Covering Measles for Mennonites

Columbia Journalism Review ·

Sign up for The Media Today, CJR’s daily newsletter. On February 25, a child died in Seminole, Texas, in a community of Mennonites. The cause was measles. John Dueck, the editor of Die Mennonitische Post—or the Mennonite Post, known to readers as...

Germany funds Reederei Bernd Sibum’s green newbuilds

Offshore Energy · July 10, 2025

Germany’s Reederei Bernd Sibum has received funding from the German government to make its ships, which are being built by Dutch shipbuilder Damen, even more sustainable. Courtesy of Damen As informed, the four combi freighters (CF) 3850 under...

German Valley Days set for July 18-20

Sauk Valley - Illinois ·

The 52nd Annual German Valley Days Festival will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday, July 18. On the Friday evening agenda are a Build Your Taco Fundraiser by J & J, baseball and softball all-star games, and entertainment by the band Just 4 Fun. Activities...

Germany accuses China of targeting military aircraft with laser in Red Sea confrontation

Natural News · September 7, 2025

Germany accuses China of targeting military aircraft with laser in Red Sea confrontation Chinese forces targeted a German reconnaissance aircraft with a laser in the Red Sea, forcing it to abort its EU mission. Germany condemned the act as...

World Insights: China's economic resilience drives global growth

Xinhua News Agency ·

BEIJING, July 17 (Xinhua) -- In the face of a complex international landscape and mounting challenges, China achieved steady economic growth in the first half of 2025, boosting confidence in global growth potential. According to data released by...

World AFP Migration, defence on agenda for German chancellor's first UK visit

Yahoo News ·

The UK hoped to win a firm commitment on Thursday from Germany to change its law to help smash people smuggling gangs as well as boosting defence ties, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office said, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz began his first...

German foreign minister: Iran must pressure Houthis to end attacks

Business Recorder · July 10, 2025

BERLIN: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul expects Iran to exert its influence over Houthi in Yemen to stop attacking ships in the Red Sea, he said on Thursday. “We condemn this in the strongest possible terms and expect Iran to exert its...

German visitors from Watford's twin town welcomed by Watford MP

Watford Observer ·

The group included the Labour MP's German parliamentary counterpart, Daniel Baldy, who has represented the town in Berlin’s Bundestag since 2021. The German delegation from Mainz including the town’s MP Daniel Baldy at Watford Synagogue with Rabbi...

Temu opens Local Seller Program to all Australian businesses

Inside Small Business · July 17, 2025

E-commerce platform Temu has launched its Local Seller Program in Australia, providing local businesses with a low-cost channel to connect with shoppers. The program now allows all Australian-registered businesses with locally stocked inventory to...

German police complain about bad working conditions

Deutsche Welle · July 10, 2025

For months, there has been a heated debate about border controls. They are meant to be a rare exception within the European Union and the so-called Schengen area. But in reality, things look rather different at present. Germany has been among the...