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Germany’s onshore wind sector sees strongest growth since 2017
In the first half of 2025, Germany’s onshore wind power sector experienced its most substantial growth since 2017, indicating a resurgence in the country’s renewable energy efforts, according to a Reuters report, citing sources. Despite this...

Bear that killed runner in Italy moved to German sanctuary
A female brown bear, known as JJ4 or Gaia, that killed a jogger in Italy in 2023 has been relocated to a wildlife sanctuary in Germany. The move follows legal battles and protests, after the bear — originally set to be euthanized — became the...

Germany Denies Patriot Missile Shipment to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Support Talks
The German government has not confirmed the information announced by US President Donald Trump that the first shipments of Patriot systems have already been sent from Germany to Ukraine. This information was reported by SRF. “I cannot confirm that...

Germany updates: Railroad operator seeks modernization delay
Skip next section German police complain about bad working conditions 07/10/2025July 10, 2025German police complain about bad working conditions The new border controls are adding to police officers' overtime and stress levelsImage: Frank...

Germany to close loophole to allow police to seize small boats in Starmer migrant deal
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Puma shares dive after warning of full-year loss
Puma shares dropped 16% on Friday after the German sportswear brand said it now expects an annual loss as sales decline and U.S. tariffs dent profit. Puma has been struggling to attract shoppers as re-released retro sneakers, such as the Speedcat,...

Germany updates: Railroad operator wants modernization delay
Skip next section Key railroad modernization projects likely pushed back again 07/10/2025July 10, 2025Key railroad modernization projects likely pushed back again State-owned German national railroad operator Deutsche Bahn has said it wants to...

German photonic processing scale-up Q.ANT raises €62 million in largest round for photonic computing in Europe
Stuttgart-based Q.ANT, an innovator in photonic processing, today announced a €62 million Series A financing round to accelerate the commercialisation of its energy-efficient photonic processors for AI and high-performance computing (HPC). The...

Germany's Merz makes his first visit to the UK amid warming post-Brexit ties
The visit is Merz’s first to the UK as chancellor, although he has already met Starmer several times, including on a trip to Ukraine just days after he took office in early May. read more German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will travel to London...

TOMATO TALK: Oxford College Organic Farm is a haven of the summer fruit
As Georgia’s tomato season ripens across the state, it serves as a perfect reminder of how local farms contribute to a more sustainable and trustworthy food system. With a recent rise in import tax on most Mexican tomatoes, the role local farms...

Germany Requests to Buy U.S. Typhon Missile Launchers
The announcement was made while Pistorious was undertaking an official visit to the United States, and comes almost exactly one year after the U.S. announced that its forces in Germany would be reinforced with missile systems like the Typhon from...

A steakhouse heir, Israeli spies and a cross-border abduction: the custody battle gripping Germany
For over half a century Block House has ranked as one of the most recognised restaurant chains on the German high street – a collection of family-friendly steakhouses whose staples include the “classic Block burger” and filet mignon. But for...

Opinion: ICE deportation plans betray a post-Holocaust promise
A new memo outlines plans by Immigration and Customs Enforcement to deport potentially thousands of immigrants to countries that are not their own. To understand what's so bad about these deportations, you need to go back to the Holocaust, which...

Batx Energies Partners With German Firm To Establish India's First Rare Earth Magnet Recycling Ecosystem
(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Jul 19 (KNN) BatX Energies has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Germany-based Rocklink GmbH to develop India's inaugural integrated ecosystem for rare earth magnet recycling and refining. The...

Meet the new breed of superyacht buyer: young, rich and exacting
Before starting the First World War, Kaiser Wilhelm II used yachts to fuel his imperial ego. During Cowes Week regattas in the 1890s the German emperor embarked on a maritime arms race against his uncle, King Edward VII, rocking up on...

What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Belgium
Kick Sauber Bortoleto inherited an effective P9 on the grid after Gasly failed to start, but he just could not chase down Hadjar ahead for the final point. Finishing ninth is still an encouraging result for the rookie, especially considering...

German Defense Ministry denies reports Patriot systems already flowing to Kiev
BERLIN, July 16. /TASS/. The process for approving supplies of Patriot air defense systems as part of a deal between the US and NATO is still ongoing and the German Defense Ministry denies reports that deliveries have already been launched, the...

German construction ministry to limit lifecycle emissions of buildings
Germany's buildings and construction ministry is set to introduce limits on the greenhouse gas emissions that buildings can emit throughout their lifetime, as part of its effort to transpose a European directive into national law. The ministry is...

Germany Construction Industry Report 2025 Output To Register An AAGR Of 3.1% During 2026-2029, Supported By The Government's Investments In Transport And Energy Projects
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The construction industry in Germany is projected to decline by 1.8% in real terms in 2025 due to high material costs and weak demand. However, recovery is expected from 2026 with 3.1% annual growth from government...

Dubai Racing Triumph: Calandagan Wins King George VI Stakes At Ascot Khaleej Times
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The Dubai Racing Carnival has once again proven its global significance as a launchpad for elite racing success, with French favourite Calandagan storming from behind to capture the prestigious King George VI and Queen...