KKH data shows stress-related sick days in Germany rose 80 percent since 2017, reaching 119 days per 100 insured workers in 2025, the highest level recorded. | Continue reading
Economist Clemens Fuest proposes abolishing Germany's 7% reduced VAT rate, replacing it with a flat 19% rate and annual credits for low-income households. | Continue reading
Germany’s Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) has revealed that the country’s economy grew in Q2 of 2026, despite strain caused by global conflicts. | Continue reading
More retirees in Germany are working past age 65. New Destatis figures highlight how minijobs, part-time roles, and self-employment reshape German pensions. | Continue reading
The EU's right to repair directive took effect on 31 July 2026, giving consumers the right to have devices repaired beyond warranty at a reasonable price. | Continue reading
Berlin health authorities have issued a blue-green algae warning for two Havel River swimming spots, though 37 other spots across the capital remain safe. | Continue reading
German consumer agency vzbv has called on Deutsche Bahn to make its pricing system more transparent, as super saver fares often cost more than advertised. | Continue reading
S-Bahn trains between Tempelhof and Hermannstraße in Berlin are cancelled until August 10. Discover the replacement buses and weekend shuttle options. | Continue reading
As temperatures soar, Germany’s State Secretary for Environment calls for a national heatwave action plan to protect residents and adapt cities. | Continue reading
A rare partial solar eclipse crosses Germany on August 12, 2026. Find out the peak viewing times, best locations, and how to watch it safely. | Continue reading
Looking for the best car insurance to suit your life in Germany in 2026? Feather offers car insurance plans designed with internationals in mind. | Continue reading
The EU Commission is currently researching a new satellite system which could automatically slow speeding cars, but there are safety and privacy concerns. | Continue reading
Police in Germany are set to carry out a “speed week” (Blitzermarathon) from August 3 to 9 as part of the European speed camera marathon. Here's what to know. | Continue reading
Two men have died after a small plane crashed into a house in Ganderkesee. Police are now investigating the accident, which has also left a family homeless. | Continue reading
Germany’s public transport network is divided into around 60 tariff areas. On August 1, seven local transport associations will raise ticket prices. | Continue reading
The summer holidays are almost in full swing, but there are still lots of changes coming to Germany during August. Here’s what residents need to know about: | Continue reading
Figures from the first half of 2026 show that Deutsche Bahn has returned to making a profit for the first time in seven years, passenger numbers are also up. | Continue reading
According to the German Economic Institute, the federal republic is experiencing a “triple migration turnaround”. Who is coming to Germany and who is leaving? | Continue reading
As Germany braces for temperatures between 30 and 40 degrees, Deutsche Bahn has announced that it will run fewer services between July 29 and August 6. | Continue reading
As another heatwave hits Germany, which regions are currently seeing water shortages, and where should residents be aware of existing water restrictions? | Continue reading
Every year, German publisher Langenscheidt unveils the contenders for the German Youth Word of the Year (Jugendwort des Jahres). Here is the 2026 shortlist. | Continue reading
The North Rhine-Westphalia AfD has announced plans to buy an event venue, claiming it is currently difficult to find a venue owner willing to rent to them. | Continue reading
As more information emerges about the recent attack on Berlin Pride, police are face questions about the fatal shooting and prior sentencing of suspect Abdul B. | Continue reading
Figures released by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) have revealed how many people work long hours in Germany and who is most likely to do so. | Continue reading
The Berlin Senate has conducted its first “rent scan” and found that nearly half of rental listings in the capital ask tenants to pay illegally high rent. | Continue reading
Berlin's Volksbühne theatre has announced it will open a temporary outdoor swimming pool on the square in front of the theatre. Visitors can swim for free. | Continue reading
The European Central Bank (ECB) has released a shortlist of potential new euro note designs. Members of the public can give feedback until September 21. | Continue reading
Internationals surveyed in the InterNations 2026 Expat Insider ranking have named Germany the second-worst country for expats to move to. | Continue reading
After a cooler few weeks, meteorologists expect a new heatwave to hit Germany in late July and early August. Here's the kind of temperatures we should prepare for. | Continue reading
How are rents developing in Germany in 2026? Where have rents risen the most and where are tenants paying the most? The Greix Rent Index gives some insight. | Continue reading
Education Minister Karin Prien (CDU) has submitted a draft of the “Kita Law”, which includes a new obligatory German language test for four-year-old children. | Continue reading
Thinking of moving to Germany? Discover the realities of the Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) in 2026 and why starting your preparation early is non-negotiable. | Continue reading
SPD General Secretary Tim Klüssendorf has said his party will make inheritance and wealth tax reforms a “key issue before the year is out”. | Continue reading
Deutsche Bahn has announced that it will ban alcohol in train stations across Germany. What are the new rules, and can you still drink a beer on the train? | Continue reading
Planning to invest in a property in Germany? First Citiz in Berlin can provide you with guidance and advise on how to build your wealth and lower your taxes. | Continue reading
With heatwaves becoming part of everyday summer life in Europe, Eurostar has purchased a fleet of trains that can run in temperatures of 55 degrees celsius. | Continue reading
Germany's controversial plan to water down the Freedom of Information Act include banning international residents from filing Freedom of Information requests. | Continue reading
According to figures from the Federal Statistical Office, the most recent June heatwave resulted in 5.780 excess deaths in Germany. We take a closer look: | Continue reading
Organisers of the 48th Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Berlin have announced that the city’s official pride events will run over two days in 2026. | Continue reading
A Deutsche Bahn employee has been commended for making a trip to the supermarket to buy toilet paper so that train passengers could use the onboard bathroom. | Continue reading
A hailstorm and hurricane-force gusts have killed one person and injured many in Baden-Württemberg, as wildfires persist in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. | Continue reading
The German government has passed a draft law which would largely digitise the process of applying for and managing unemployment benefits (Arbeitslosengeld). | Continue reading
EU Commissioner for Migration Magnus Brunner has appealed to the German government to halt its additional border checks, which were introduced in 2024. | Continue reading
Planning a C-section, whether for medical or personal reasons, requires you to remember that this is not just a surgery; It is the birth of your child. | Continue reading
German tax returns can be easy! You could even receive a refund of 1.240 euros. Learn how to file a tax return in Germany with wundertax. | Continue reading
The city of Munich has restricted residents’ use of drinking water for non-urgent tasks. The restrictions will remain in place until August 1. | Continue reading
Are you an American expat in the Netherlands? Learn how to easily register and request your absentee ballot for the crucial 2026 U.S. midterm elections now. | Continue reading
A report by RND has revealed more details about the German government’s plan to increase tobacco taxes. A packet of cigarettes could cost 12 euros by 2030. | Continue reading