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Iran war squeezes Europe’s economy as growth slumps, prices surge

Europe’s economy is slowing sharply as the Iran war drives up energy costs, deepening pressure on households and challenging policy makers. Fresh data for May showed euro zone business activity contracted at its fastest pace in more than two years while inflation pressures intensified, raising fears of a prolonged cost-of-living…

France 24

US doctor with Ebola ‘cautiously optimistic’ about recovery after fearing he would die

Dr. Peter Stafford, a medical missionary with the Christian group Serge, tested positive for the Bundibugyo ebolavirus while serving in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Stafford was flown to Germany for treatment on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Germany charges two with plotting to kill Jewish leaders for Iran

One of the suspects is accused of working for the intelligence service of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards

The Independent UK

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Berlin approves Olympic hosting bid for 100th anniversary of 1936 Games staged by the Nazis

Germany is set to bid to host the Olympic Games in either 2036, 2040 or 2044

The Independent UK

The ‘warrior ethos’ promises victory — history says it leads to defeat

At Marine Corps Base Quantico in September 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promised assembled generals “maximum lethality” and no “stupid rules of engagement.” Under his leadership, the newly rebranded Department of War would “untie the hands of our warfighters to intimidate, demoralize, hunt, and kill.” Troops would be held to…

The Conversation

Germany announce World Cup squad as veteran star performs shock retirement U-turn

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The Independent UK

Manuel Neuer, 40, comes out of international retirement to make Germany World Cup squad

Manuel Neuer is back in the Germany squad after performing a retirement U-turn

The Independent UK

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Germany urges the EU to offer Ukraine 'associate membership' and boost talks with Russia

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants the EU to consider offering “associate membership” to Ukraine

The Independent UK

Germany 2026 World Cup Roster Confirmed: Full List of Players, 40-Year-Old Legend Returns

Julian Nagelsmann raised some eyebrows with his goalkeeper selection.

Sports Illustrated

Turning point: Germans lose faith in US as NATO ally and turn to defence, study shows

A German defence survey suggests that trust in the US as a NATO ally has fallen sharply, while support for higher defence spending and the military has continued to rise.

Euronews

2026 FIFA World Cup: Everything you need to know – teams, venues, dates & predictions

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set for a grand reimagining with 48 teams participating for the first time. The USA, Canada, and Mexico will jointly host this expanded tournament. A total of 104 matches will be played across 16 cities. The new format sees 12 groups of four teams…

The Economic Times

Germany's Merz proposes Ukraine as EU ‘associate member’ without voting rights

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed granting Ukraine “associate member” status in the European Union without voting rights while it pursues full membership, according to a letter seen by AFP on Thursday. The plan would allow Kyiv representation at EU summits, the European Commission and parliament, but without voting powers.

France 24

Germany targets major stake in Europe’s tank titan KNDS

The KNDS weapons group is a merger between France’s Nexter and Germany’s Krauss-Maffei Wegmann weapons firms. The German state is set to initially own 40% of the company with plans to reduce its stake to 30% within two to three years.

Euronews

LTTS opens AI engineering intelligence center in Munich

L&T Technology Services has opened a new Engineering Intelligence Centre in Munich, Germany, which will focus on AI-driven product engineering and software-defined mobility. It aims to serve clients in the mobility, industrial, and medical technology sectors. The centre will also act as a co-development hub for AI solutions.

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The Independent UK

White House denies it resisted letting American doctor infected with ebola return to US for treatment

Dr Peter Stafford is currently undergoing care in Germany after testing positive for an Ebola virus that does not have a vaccine

Evening Standard

Birmingham City star told he is lucky to be alive after drink-driving crash

Germany international Marvin Ducksch is facing a bill of more than £20,000 after causing the three-car crash in Warwickshire while changing his music.

International Business Times

Trump Admin To Reduce Military Capabilities Available To Help NATO In Europe In Case Of a Major Crisis: Report

The Trump administration is planning to reduce its military capabilities to assist European NATO allies in case of a major crisis, according to a new report.

Euronews

EU migrant repatriations on the rise, but which countries are carrying out the most explusions?

Numbers are going down for both immigrants and asylum seekers, while repatriation orders are increasing, with Germany, France and Sweden on top.

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Police in Germany arrest married couple on suspicion of spying for China

Earlier this week, German Green MP Konstantin von Notz, deputy chief of the intelligence oversight committee, warned of a growing threat from China.

The Guardian - US

US doctor who contracted Ebola in DRC flown to Germany for treatment

Dr Peter Stafford’s wife and four children are also being monitored for symptoms amid Ebola outbreak in Congo

Euronews

Surrounded by the EU: Why neutral Switzerland is investing heavily in drones

Traditionally neutral Switzerland is ramping up defence spending in response to new threats such as drones, missiles and cyberattacks, focusing on air defence and closer cooperation with European partners.

The Independent UK

US doctor who contracted Ebola ‘could barely stand’ by time he was flown to Germany for treatment

The US doctor looked ‘really tired’ and ‘really sick’ as he clung to officials wearing PPE while struggling to walk, colleagues said

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Woman Puts Camera On Bird Feeder In Her Yard To See Who Comes To Visit (30 New Pics)

Using motion-activated cameras and carefully designed backyard setups, the Germany-born photographer, now based in Michigan, captures birds from astonishingly close range, revealing expressions and personalities that feel strangely human. In her photographs, blue jays stare with theatrical confidence, mourning doves look permanently heartbroken, grackles resemble tiny gothic villains, and squirrels…

LiveScience

800-year-old notebook and fancy silk toilet paper discovered in medieval latrine in Germany

Archaeologists recovered the 10-page wax notebook with Latin writing and its leather carrying case from a medieval latrine in Germany.

The Guardian - UK

Germany urged to stop admiring Beijing and wake up to ‘China Shock 2.0’

‘China has already eaten much of German industry’s lunch and is preparing to start on dinner,’ thinktank says

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