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Angela Merkel's Intervention Sparks Debate in Germany's Election Campaign
Merkel criticizes CDU's shift towards far-right support, exposing deep internal divisions ahead of the February election.
Sebastian Kurz Blames Merkel for Far-Right AfD Rise in Germany
Former Austrian Chancellor links Merkel's migration policies to AfD's surge in German politics ahead of February election.
Germany's Election Race Turns Tense as AfD Gains Ground and Merkel Intervenes
German conservatives face internal rifts and a rising far-right as the Feb. 23 election nears, with Merkel's critique and AfD's support reshaping the political landscape.
Elon Musk's Support for AfD Sparks Controversy: A Clash of Ideals in German Politics
Musk's controversial endorsement of the far-right AfD has ignited a fierce political debate in Germany, highlighting the tension between his global influence and European political norms.
Germany Braces for Political Turbulence: The Race to Lead in 2025
As Scholz’s Coalition Crumbles, German Parties Jostle for Power in a Highly Unpredictable Election
Elon Musk's Impact on Worldwide Politics and Space Advancements
Harmonizing Technological Leadership with Diplomatic Dialogue
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SPD Renominates Olaf Scholz Despite Low Approval Ratings
Germany Braces for a Competitive Election as Scholz Faces Challenges
Angela Merkel's View on the Potential Return of Donald Trump
Perspectives of the Former German Chancellor on Trump and Multilateralism
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US Federal Reserve Chief Tricked By Russian Pranksters Posing As Zelensky
Apparently thinking he was speaking to Zelenskiy, the video shows Powell answering questions on topics ranging from the outlook for inflation to the Russian central bank.
Germany ends nuclear era as last reactors power down
Germany switched off its last three nuclear reactors on Saturday, exiting atomic power even as it seeks to wean itself off fossil fuels and manage an energy crisis caused by the war in Ukraine.
As Germany ends nuclear era, activist says there is still more to do
Heinz Smital was a 24-year-old nuclear physics researcher when he first saw how far nuclear contamination could spread after the Chornobyl disaster in 1986.
Germany winds down its last nuclear plants
Germany began winding down its three remaining nuclear power plants Saturday as part of a long-planned transition toward renewable energy, drawing cheers from environmentalists who campaigned for the move.
Germany's main opposition leader calls for European coalition on China ties
Germany's main opposition leader on Friday called for Berlin to involve key allies in negotiations with China as part of a rethink of ties with Beijing that reflected a global "paradigm shift" in security and foreign policy.
King Charles praises Ukraine support on state visit to Germany
King Charles III has paid tribute to Germany's "extraordinary hospitality" towards Ukrainian refugees during his first state visit as monarch.
Criticism of Kate Forbes not about faith, John Swinney says
Criticism of Kate Forbes over her views on issues such as gay marriage has nothing to do with faith, Scotland's deputy first minister has said.
Spy at UK's Berlin embassy jailed for selling secrets to Russia
A spy at Berlin's British embassy, who sold secrets to Russia and was caught in an undercover MI5 sting, has been jailed for 13 years and two months.
Germany To Grant 3-Month Emergency Visas To Turkey, Syria Quake Survivors
"This is emergency aid," German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser told daily newspaper Bild.
On the hunt for Vladimir Putin’s ex-wife and her Ironman husband
Since her marriage to the Russian president fell apart, Lyudmila Ocheretnaya and her partner have accumulated millions of euros in European real estate.
Davos 2023: the gossip, the parties and the Zelenskys
As the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum comes to a close, Anne McElvoy shares a behind-the-scenes look at the most in-demand party guests, and what everyone’s really talking about
Wirecard: Germany's biggest fraud trial to start underground
The once publicly listed company worth billions had Angela Merkel lobbying on its behalf.
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel in an interview with the German newspaper Die Zeit admits:
"The 2014 Minsk Agreement was an attempt to give Ukraine time. They used that time to get stronger, which you can see today. Ukraine of 2014/15 is not Ukraine of today.
NATO chief fears Ukraine war could become a wider conflict
The head of NATO expressed worry that the fighting in Ukraine could spin out of control and become a war between Russia and NATO, according to an interview released Friday.
EU’s leadership couple is sleeping in separate bedrooms
Blaming Merkel — the knee-jerk response by Scholz’s government — isn’t going to help repair the ailing marriage.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and 'the spirit of Ukraine' named Time magazine's 2022 Person of the Year.
The magazine annually hands out the title to someone who has "affected the news or our lives the most, for better, or worse".
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"Marrow stupid": Senator John Kennedy Blasts UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Over Chagos Islands Transfer
Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Surge Reshapes Electoral Dynamics
Kemi Badenoch Faces Internal Criticism After 100 Days as Tory Leader
Campaigners Urge UK to Apologise for Forced Adoptions
Church of England Upholds Traditional Eucharistic Elements Amid Calls for Alternatives
Rayner Defends Approach at Grenfell Tower Meeting Amid Dismantling Plan
China Implements Tit-for-Tat Tariffs on US Goods Amid Trade Escalation
Italy and Wales Set for Six Nations Clash at Rome’s Stadio Olimpico
Ministry of Justice Apologises Over Prisoner Early Release Letter Error
Rare First Edition Harry Potter Book Sells for Over Twenty-One Thousand Pounds
Drax Power Station Under Scrutiny for Incomplete Wood Sourcing Reporting
UK Government Reaffirms Pledge to Build 1.5 Million New Homes by 2029
Freed Israeli Hostage Learns of Family's Death After Release from Gaza
French President Macron Employs Deepfake Technology to Advocate for AI Summit
Trump Names Musk to Investigate Government Fraud Amidst Controversy
Police Stop Ed Sheeran's Street Performance in Bengaluru
FBI Alerts Smartphone Users About Toll Scam Threat
Australian Educator Declares Identity as a Cat, Sparking Parental Backlash
Kremlin Addresses Claims of Trump-Putin Phone Conversation in Light of Ukraine Crisis
Trump Connects with Putin to Address the Ukraine Crisis
Super Bowl Ad Prices Soar to Record Highs Amid Streaming Surge
China Achieves 2030 Solar Energy Targets Early, Cuts Subsidies for Renewable Energy
Trump Signs Executive Order Prioritizing White South African Refugees
Europe Faces Growing Security Concerns and Trump's New Demands on Ukraine
Trump Revokes Security Clearances of Biden Officials, Including Blinken and Sullivan
Justin Bieber Sparks Concern as New Footage Raises Health Fears
European Right-Wing Leaders Celebrate Trump’s Impact on Global Politics
Trump Administration Directs Admiral to Leave Official Residence Within Three Hours
British Health Secretary Andrew Gavin Fired Over Controversial Messages
Report: Iran Attempted to Assassinate Trump During Election Campaign
Trump Declares He Won't Deport Prince Harry, 'He's Already Dealing with Enough Issues with His Wife,' He Comments.
Macron's AI Vision Encounters Hindrance in the Global Technology Competition.
TikTok Sued Over Alleged Child Deaths Caused by 'Blackout Challenge'
Governments Prohibit DeepSeek AI Due to National Security Issues
Russian musician Vadim Stroykin passes away following an apparent fall during a police raid.
Zelensky Suggests Mineral Collaboration with Trump for Security Assistance
Naomi Campbell Claims Unawareness of Financial Irregularities at Fashion for Relief.
House Republican Introduces Bill Aimed at Limiting AI Exports to China
Trump Signs Executive Order Prohibiting Transgender Athletes from Competing in Women's Sports
Intense Pressure Builds for a Free Trade Agreement Between the UK and GCC in Light of Economic Difficulties
UAE Aids in the Transfer of 300 Prisoners Between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump Suggests U.S. 'Takeover' of Gaza, Sparking Global Worries
At least ten fatalities reported in Swedish school shooting, authorities confirm.
EU Reveals Significant Advances on Special Tribunal for Prosecuting Vladimir Putin
Trump Administration Preparing Executive Order to Abolish the Department of Education
Trump's Gaza Plan Provokes Global Debate
Spain Endorses Initiative to Cut Working Week to 37.5 Hours
Australia Prohibits DeepSeek AI on Government Devices Due to Security Issues
Trump Warns of Tariffs on EU Products, Labels Bloc an 'Atrocity' in Trade Matters
Zelenskyy Proposes Nuclear Arsenal if NATO Membership Lingers.
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