Germany beefs up civil defense
Germany’s government wants to spend €10 billion to better protect its population in case of emergencies. The backlog is huge.
Germany
Science
Hearing aids may cut noise by reading brain signals
In a crowded room, it can be impossible for hearing aid users to focus on what they want or need to hear. Research into auditory neurotechnology may enhance sounds and voices and reduce noise in real-time.
Business
How China became Russia’s economic lifeline
Hot on the heels of Donald Trump’s visit, Russian President Vladimir Putin travels to Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping. DW explores how China’s trade and financial support is helping keep Russia’s economy afloat.
News
Germany news: 2030 climate goals in danger, experts warn
Headlines in Germany this Monday include higher than planned CO2 emissions, plans to ramp up civil defense measures, and Chancellor Merz meeting euroskeptic Bulgarian Premier Rumen Radev.
Business
Germany’s crisis-hit chemical industry seeks revival
Hit by high energy costs and regulation, Germany’s chemical companies are scaling back production at home while expanding abroad. Can the trend be reversed?
Sports
Elversberg: Bundesliga newcomers from tiny town make history
A team from a small southwestern German town of just 7,000 inhabitants has made history by sealing promotion to become the 59th club to play in the Bundesliga.
Science
Ebola in Africa: Why it’s a constant threat
Ebola is highly contagious and deadly. It spreads internationally, such as in the May 2026 outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. But that doesn’t automatically make it a pandemic.
Germany
German singer Heino pushes back against the far-right AfD
A far‑right politician in Germany used schlager icon Heino in election advertising without his consent. Heino is now demanding compensation for pain and suffering.
News
Tiger escapes enclosure near Leipzig, one person injured
An escaped tiger has injured a 73-year-old man near Leipzig, with police saying they shot the animal. German media reported the tiger was owned by a controversial performer.
Business
Germany and Japan test hydrogen future with BMW, Toyota cars
During a recent visit to Japan, Germany’s transport minister Patrick Schnieder toured hydrogen projects aimed at bringing the fuel into the mainstream.