German centre right elects Merkel critic as leader
Germany's centre right opposition Christian Democrats on Saturday elected Friedrich Merz, a critic of former Chancellor Angela Merkel, as their new leader by a huge majority.
Shop locally: How changing your consumer habits can build a brighter future
People across Europe are finding a wide range of ways to help create a more sustainable world through their power as consumers. From shopping locally to the apps that help you cut out food waste and much more besides, here are five ways your consumer habits can help create a better world.
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German word of the day: Büffeln
If you or your children are gearing up for an exam, this colloquial verb might come in handy.
TRAVEL: Germany puts Austria back on list of high-risk countries
Austria was only removed from the list of high-risk countries on the German government's Covid watch list. Now it's back on, along with 30 more countries.
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Germany could ‘end quarantine pay for people without booster jabs’
The German government is reportedly mulling over plans to scrap quarantine pay for people who haven't received their full course of Covid jabs or whose last jab was more than three months ago.
Consumers in Germany face widespread price hikes this year
Consumers in Germany are already feeling the squeeze as the cost of living continues to rise - but according to a recent survey from Munich's ifo Institute, more price hikes are on the horizon.
OPINION: Germany’s rent crisis is fuelled by fear and foolish solutions
Germany is in the grip of a housing crisis, but no-one is talking about the real causes of it, writes Hamburg-based Brian Melican.
What’s behind the strange German name for musical chairs?
In English the name for the popular kids’ birthday game involving chairs and music is fairly straightforward. But why do Germans call it "Trip to Jerusalem"?
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Eight things Germans believe bring good luck
How roaming charges will hit travellers between the UK and EU in 2022
Trips between Europe and the UK and vice versa may well become more expensive for many travellers in 2022 as UK mobile operators bring back roaming charges. However there is some good news for all EU residents.
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EXPLAINED: How to boost your career chances in Germany
Often seen as one of the world’s most productive economies, Germany is a magnet for international workers. But once you’ve got a job in Germany, how do you keep moving upwards? Sarah Magill lays out some tips and useful German words.
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The easiest visas to get as an American in Germany
Want to stay and live in Germany but haven't quite figured out the whole job thing? We've got you covered.
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EXPLAINED: The 2022 salary requirements for Austria’s EU Blue Card
The salary needed to secure the EU Blue Card for third country nationals working in Austria -- an option available to highly qualified workers in in-demand roles -- has risen this year.
