Germany’s Dr. Wolff cosmetics company is going all in on AI
This medium-sized, family-run business has embraced artificial intelligence to stay competitive. All employees are encouraged to learn about and apply LLMs.
Germany
Environment
Blinded by the light pollution: Cities seek to restore night
Artificial lights are blotting out the moon and stars, harming human health, and disrupting the natural world. Why is this a problem? And how can we stop it without sitting in the dark?
World
Why are Europe’s biggest defense projects in trouble?
Disputes over leadership, military priorities and industrial control are threatening to fracture Europe’s €100 billion fighter jet project — with tensions now spilling into a Franco-German tank project as well.
News
Madrid protesters decry rising rents and housing shortage
Housing has long ranked among the top concerns in Spain, where demand has risen because of tourism and immigration-driven population growth.
Germany
Germany plans to address growing use of date-rape drugs
Germany’s justice minister is seeking harsher penalties for the use of date-rape drugs in sexual assaults. But victims say more needs to be done about a growing problem.
World
Displaced Ukrainians risk home seizure under Russian law
Russia is tightening control over property in occupied Ukrainian territories, requiring owners to register under Russian law. Many Ukrainians say returning to do so would put their safety and freedom at risk.
Science
Enhanced Games: Why ‘crippling injuries’ are the least of it
Doping in sports is nothing new. Athletes at the Enhanced Games will know the risks — severe injury, even paralysis. But bioethicists are also concerned we’re opening the gates to altering our fundamental human biology.
News
Serbia: Police clash with protesters urging early elections
Officers fired teargas and stun grenades as tens of thousands rallied against President Aleksandar Vucic’s government. The demonstration went ahead despite the state rail operator canceling trains to and from Belgrade.
World
Cyprus election expected to shake up national politics
Cyprus goes to the polls to elect a new parliament on Sunday. The vote is expected to reshape the country’s political landscape, weaken traditional parties and accelerate the rise of new anti-establishment movements.
Culture
What is Pentecost?
People new to Germany are often surprised by the number of public holidays in the spring. Pentecost is one of them, but its significance is not well-known.