‘We want to have a voice’: How Germany’s tough citizenship rules affect foreigners
Germany's strict citizenship laws have an impact on foreigners in different ways. With the election coming up, Caitlin Hardee spoke to some people affected.
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How to avoid a shock from your next German power bill
If getting settled in a new country wasn't challenging enough, many internationals arriving in Germany find getting their power supply organized a baffling experience.
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Angela Merkel: What did Germany’s first female chancellor do for women?
As Germany's first woman chancellor, Angela Merkel smashed the glass ceiling and became a leading player in global politics.
The Swedish MBA where they ‘throw you in at the deep end’
Women are rising to the top in many industries. But reaching your full potential often requires a mid-career springboard. Three female leaders, from companies including Ericsson and H&M Group, tell us about the MBA that gave them new skills and greater confidence.
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Will travellers vaccinated with AstraZeneca in Germany be able to enter the US?
While Washington has not authorised the AstraZeneca vaccine against Covid-19, a European commissioner on Monday expressed hope that travellers from the continent inoculated with the jab will soon be able to enter the US.
Travellers from Europe to England face fewer Covid tests as UK eases border rules
Vaccinated travellers from Europe will no longer have to take pre-departure Covid-19 tests or expensive day 2 PCR tests when heading to England, after the UK announced a shake up of border rules on Friday.
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How you can travel for free in parts of Germany
Should Germany have its own Covid ‘Freedom Day’ in six weeks?
A high profile health expert called for Germany to follow in the UK's footsteps and get rid of Covid rules as part of its own 'Freedom Day'. But the idea has been widely slammed.
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Why households in Germany are facing higher energy bills
Soaring wholesale gas prices and supply issues mean households in Germany are facing higher bills this winter. Here's a look at what's going on.
ANALYSIS: Will a controversial police raid influence the German election?
A plot line worthy of a Netflix political thriller has entered the German election campaign at the very last minute. Could it have a decisive impact on the result? Jörg Luyken looks a little deeper.
German words you need to know: Die Verschlimmbesserung
Here’s another oh-so typical German compound word, which perfectly captures a feeling or situation you want to describe.
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10 facts that help explain the German language
Three becomes latest UK phone operator to introduce post-Brexit roaming charges in Germany
Three UK has become the latest in a line of phone companies to reveal that they are planning to bring back roaming fees for customers who travel abroad in EU countries such as Germany.
Germany to raise Hartz IV unemployment benefit by just three euros
People who receive Hartz IV benefits in Germany will receive an increase in the monthly benefit - but for most people it will be just €3 more per month.
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10 apps to download if you’re moving to Germany
These apps will give you the perfect head-start when you arrive in Germany, helping you to make friends, use your language skills, connect with neighbours and keep up with what's going on.
Today in Austria: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Find out what's going on in Austria on Tuesday, with The Local's short roundup of today's news.
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