Flight from Germany to US declares mid-air emergency over Scotland A LUFTANSA flight from Germany to the US has declared a mid-air emergency above Scotland The National (Scotland) · Sep 10
80 Pics Of Remarkable Antiques People Stumbled Upon And Knew They’d Found Something Special These days, we can order almost anything from anywhere and have it delivered straight to our door. But so much of what we buy is mass-produced and not exactly known for amazing quality. Antiques are a different story. Pieces made decades or even centuries ago can have incredible craftsmanship and… Bored Panda · Sep 10
Revisited: Consequences of the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage are still being felt It is one of the most spectacular acts of sabotage committed since World War II. On the night of September 26, 2022, three of the four pipes of the Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines exploded on the seabed of the Baltic Sea. 465 thousand metric tons… France 24 · Sep 10
Why a small leftist party may help the radical right to power in Germany The extreme right-wing Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has won a decisive victory in a regional election in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, gaining nearly 44% of the vote. However, it fell just short of the outright majority needed to govern alone, so negotiations are underway to determine who will run… The Conversation · Sep 10
EU countries to seek import curbs on chemicals, plastics, sources say European governments plan to use trade safeguards against surging imports. France, Italy, and Germany will request broad import quotas soon. These measures target chemicals and plastics, especially from China. The European Union is toughening its trade stance amid industrial challenges. This shift reflects a new geopolitical climate and economic pressures. The Economic Times · Sep 10
Denmark and Germany turn Bornholm into a 3GW offshore Island wind hub Denmark and Germany are developing Bornholm Energy Island as a major offshore wind hub in the Baltic Sea, designed to collect 3GW of electricity and send it to both countries. The project will use the Danish island of Bornholm as a central point for the power generated by wind farms… The Times of India · Sep 10
NATO will stay 'strong' whoever wins French election: Chief Mark Rutte Mark Rutte, NATO's chief, affirmed the alliance's resilience irrespective of France's upcoming presidential election results. He is optimistic that the new president will maintain defense spending and continue backing Ukraine. Rutte also warned against the long-term dangers posed by Russia to European security while noting recent political changes in Germany. The Economic Times · Sep 10
Macron, von der Leyen call for stronger European space sector amid rising security concerns French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed their commitment to space at a major summit co-hosted by France and Germany in Paris. Euronews · Sep 10
These are the best airports in the world, according to a new ranking Spain’s Barcelona-El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport and Germany’s Düsseldorf Airport were named the best airports in the world. Euronews · Sep 10
Which European countries import the most crude oil? Brent topped $100 after fresh Strait of Hormuz attacks. Eurostat data shows which European countries buy the most oil and who is most exposed. Euronews · Sep 10
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nato foils Moscow plot to unleash secret weapon to destroy undersea cables in Arctic Britain, Norway and US confront Russian vessels involved in secret deepsea operation The Independent UK · Sep 10
Germany Wants To End Bitcoin's Tax-Free Perk. Long-Term Holders Could Soon Face A 26% Tax. Crypto bought before the end of 2026 would keep Germany's existing treatment, while newer holdings would be taxed regardless of how long investors keep them. International Business Times · Sep 9
‘I fear the price could be high’: Inside the German city where the far right surged After the AfD’s landslide win in Saxony-Anhalt, people in the state capital share what they make of the result – and what comes next The Guardian - UK · Sep 9
Germany's Merz accuses AfD of promoting 'ethnic cleansing' in Bundestag clash with Weidel The AfD, which fell three seats short of an absolute majority, in state elections in Saxony-Anhalt said it was now in talks with other groups and MPs in an effort to form a state government. Euronews · Sep 9
Euronews · Sep 9 France co-hosts major space summit with Germany despite US firms' withdrawals and Merz absence France is co-hosting a major space summit with Germany this week, as Europe finds itself at a strategic crossroads.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 9 Merz accuses AfD of ‘ethnic cleansing’ policy and cancels call with Trump German chancellor attacks Alternative für Deutschland after far-right party’s win in Saxony-Anhalt election
The Independent UK · Sep 9 New sleeper train launches between these two major European cities – with tickets from £26 Stops include Lake Como, Swiss ski resorts and major cities in Belgium, Germany and Italy
The Independent UK · Sep 9 Soaring cost of living means it’s now cheaper to live in Milan than Manchester One month of living costs in London equates to five months in Thailand’s Chiang Mai
Euronews · Sep 9 Swiss and French train stations named among best in Europe – with Germany free-falling down rankings The latest European Railway Station Index ranks the top 60 busiest railway stations in Europe – and there are clear winners and losers.
The Independent UK · Sep 9 Trump praises AfD’s state election win in Germany and says far-right party is ‘on the rise’ The Alternativ fur Deutschland (AfD) won 44 per cent of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt but fell short of a majority
The Economic Times · Sep 9 German far-right party taunts chancellor after its election triumph. He says it won't win majority Germany's Chancellor Merz faced criticism from AfD leader Alice Weidel following a regional election. Weidel taunted Merz, stating voters had "pulverised" his party in Saxony-Anhalt. Merz countered that the AfD will not achieve a majority in Germany with its current policies. He assailed the AfD's stance on Ukraine and its…
The Economic Times · Sep 9 Germany beats US as top study-abroad choice for Indians as students chase cheaper degrees & clearer job routes Germany has overtaken the US as the top study-abroad choice among Indian students in upGrad’s 2026 survey, with preference for Germany jumping from 25% in 2023 to 48%. Lower tuition, technical programmes and clearer post-study work options are driving the shift as traditional destinations tighten immigration rules.
Reason · Sep 9 Brickbat: Mein Gott Sven Hüber, the deputy chairman of Germany's largest police union and a high-ranking government official with the Federal Police, has… The post Brickbat: Mein Gott appeared first on Reason Magazine.
Euronews · Sep 9 Between peace and war: Germany's battle against hybrid threats Sabotage, espionage, disinformation and drone attacks: hybrid threats are on the rise and hitting Germany on multiple fronts. But how can a country protect itself against attacks that are hard to detect and even harder to fend off?
International Business Times UK · Sep 9 Who Is Ulrich Siegmund? 35-Year-Old AfD Leader Who Used East German Mopeds to Win Voters Ulrich Siegmund's AfD achieved a historic win in Saxony-Anhalt with 43.8% of the vote. Despite the victory, forming a government remains challenging due to lack of cooperation from other parties.