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As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change colour, autumn is a time of cosy comforts and hearty traditions in Germany. These are the German words that capture the essence of this magical time of year.
10 German words to get you in the mood for autumn
As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change colour, autumn is a time of cosy comforts and hearty traditions in Germany. These are the German words that capture the essence of this magical time of year.
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Becoming German is both a bureaucratic process and an emotional commitment but recent events have also thrown light on the role which money plays. We look at the recent debate around the issue in this week's Inside Germany.
Inside Germany: Should money be the deciding factor for German citizenship?
Becoming German is both a bureaucratic process and an emotional commitment but recent events have also thrown light on the role which money plays. We look at the recent debate around the issue in this week's Inside Germany.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 4h
Drones flying over airports, commercial sites and other sensitive infrastructure in Europe is a growing phenomenon which EU leaders blame on Russia, and preventing the disruption they cause will prove a tough technical challenge, observers say.
How can Europe protect its skies against 'escalating' drone menace?
Drones flying over airports, commercial sites and other sensitive infrastructure in Europe is a growing phenomenon which EU leaders blame on Russia, and preventing the disruption they cause will prove a tough technical challenge, observers say.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 7h
France, Germany and Britain will seek to restart stalled nuclear talks with Iran and the United States, the three European countries said in a joint statement on Friday.
France, Germany and UK aim to restart Iran nuclear talks
France, Germany and Britain will seek to restart stalled nuclear talks with Iran and the United States, the three European countries said in a joint statement on Friday.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
Volunteering in German can give you a sense of value and it can be a great way of meeting locals and integrating in the country. Whilst the options to volunteer are numerous, we've picked out five of the most popular to consider.
Five of the best ways you can do volunteer work in Germany
Volunteering in German can give you a sense of value and it can be a great way of meeting locals and integrating in the country. Whilst the options to volunteer are numerous, we've picked out five of the most popular to consider.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
After Germany acted efficiently to scrap its fast-track naturalisation route less than 18 months after its introduction, Brian Melican argues this abrupt policy shift is a depressing warning to exactly the kind of people the country needs.
OPINION: Germany has sent the wrong signal to very immigrants it needs
After Germany acted efficiently to scrap its fast-track naturalisation route less than 18 months after its introduction, Brian Melican argues this abrupt policy shift is a depressing warning to exactly the kind of people the country needs.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
The EasyPASS system allows people from certain countries outside the EU to use e-gates at Germany's borders, but most users including British and US citizens will now have to re-register in order to keep using the scheme.
How EES border checks affects EasyPASS users travelling to and from Germany
The EasyPASS system allows people from certain countries outside the EU to use e-gates at Germany's borders, but most users including British and US citizens will now have to re-register in order to keep using the scheme.
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For the first time in Berlin’s history, a landlord has been fined for charging excessive rent. Politicians hope the decision could represent a breakthrough in the city’s struggle against housing exploitation.
Berlin issues first ever fine against landlord for overcharging on rent
For the first time in Berlin’s history, a landlord has been fined for charging excessive rent. Politicians hope the decision could represent a breakthrough in the city’s struggle against housing exploitation.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
Rental costs across Germany continue to rise at alarming rates. Since rent control laws are only enforced when tenants invoke them, Paul Krantz argues that doing so should be seen as a civic duty to help keep rents down.
OPINION: Why foreigners in Germany must challenge landlords over high rent
Rental costs across Germany continue to rise at alarming rates. Since rent control laws are only enforced when tenants invoke them, Paul Krantz argues that doing so should be seen as a civic duty to help keep rents down.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
The EU's new Entry & Exit System (EES) of enhanced passport controls will be launched on October 12th, albeit in a phased in approach, but how will it impact non-EU residents legally living in EU/Schengen countries?
What will new EES border checks mean for non-EU residents in Europe?
The EU's new Entry & Exit System (EES) of enhanced passport controls will be launched on October 12th, albeit in a phased in approach, but how will it impact non-EU residents legally living in EU/Schengen countries?
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Thursday to do everything in his power to fight EU plans to ban combustion-engine car sales from 2035 after crisis talks with the struggling German car industry.
Merz vows to fight EU gas guzzler ban at German auto crisis meeting
Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Thursday to do everything in his power to fight EU plans to ban combustion-engine car sales from 2035 after crisis talks with the struggling German car industry.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
A long-lost oil painting of Nazi-era Berlin's most notorious brothel madam, Kitty Schmidt, has been rediscovered and was presented to the public in the German capital on Thursday.
Painting discovered in Berlin junk shop shows madam of notorious Nazi brothel
A long-lost oil painting of Nazi-era Berlin's most notorious brothel madam, Kitty Schmidt, has been rediscovered and was presented to the public in the German capital on Thursday.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 1d
Government tightens welfare rules, Berlin motorway closed for police search, Partridge named Bird of the Year and more news from around Germany on Friday, October 10th.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Government tightens welfare rules, Berlin motorway closed for police search, Partridge named Bird of the Year and more news from around Germany on Friday, October 10th.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
In homes and workplaces across Germany, a good command of the passive voice is indispensable if you don't know who was responsible for an action – and whenever you've blundered and would prefer to avoid drawing attention to the fact.
German grammar tip: How to master the passive voice
In homes and workplaces across Germany, a good command of the passive voice is indispensable if you don't know who was responsible for an action – and whenever you've blundered and would prefer to avoid drawing attention to the fact.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
If you live in Germany on a non-EU passport, you may well be sick of waiting in endless queues at border control whenever you re-enter the country. Luckily, the automated e-gates could be a solution for some. Here's who can use them.
Reader question: Can foreign arrivals use the e-gates at German airports?
If you live in Germany on a non-EU passport, you may well be sick of waiting in endless queues at border control whenever you re-enter the country. Luckily, the automated e-gates could be a solution for some. Here's who can use them.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
From October 12th, Germany will begin rolling out the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) at external borders, starting with Düsseldorf airport. British residents in Germany are exempt, providing they produce the right documents at the border.
Can British residents in Germany avoid registering for EES?
From October 12th, Germany will begin rolling out the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) at external borders, starting with Düsseldorf airport. British residents in Germany are exempt, providing they produce the right documents at the border.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
They could soon be unboxing fines rather than freebies -- Germany's online influencers are facing a tax evasion crackdown that has left them screaming OMG!
German influencers face tax dodging crackdown
They could soon be unboxing fines rather than freebies -- Germany's online influencers are facing a tax evasion crackdown that has left them screaming OMG!
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
Germany’s Bundestag has voted to abolish the fast-track naturalisation process, ending the possibility for particularly well-integrated migrants to obtain German citizenship after just three years of residence.
German parliament votes to scrap fast-track naturalisation
Germany’s Bundestag has voted to abolish the fast-track naturalisation process, ending the possibility for particularly well-integrated migrants to obtain German citizenship after just three years of residence.
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Lufthansa and union representatives sought a breakthrough on Thursday in talks on issues including pay and retirement benefits. Pilots have already delivered a clear mandate in favour of industrial action.
Will talks between Lufthansa and German pilots' union avert major strike?
Lufthansa and union representatives sought a breakthrough on Thursday in talks on issues including pay and retirement benefits. Pilots have already delivered a clear mandate in favour of industrial action.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 2d
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will Thursday host crisis talks with German auto industry leaders in a bid to navigate myriad challenges, from a looming EU combustion-engine ban to growing Chinese competition.
Merz to host German auto sector crisis meeting
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will Thursday host crisis talks with German auto industry leaders in a bid to navigate myriad challenges, from a looming EU combustion-engine ban to growing Chinese competition.
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Germany repeals fast-track citizenship, high earners face increased social security contributions, EU votes to ban veggie burgers and more news on Thursday, October 9th.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Germany repeals fast-track citizenship, high earners face increased social security contributions, EU votes to ban veggie burgers and more news on Thursday, October 9th.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 3d
If you're looking for a new job in Germany, or want to relocate, you may be wondering about which resources to turn to. We've compiled an overview of the best websites and advice for finding find English-speaking jobs.
The best websites to find English-speaking jobs in Germany
If you're looking for a new job in Germany, or want to relocate, you may be wondering about which resources to turn to. We've compiled an overview of the best websites and advice for finding find English-speaking jobs.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 3d
Germany's economy will eke out meagre growth in 2025 before picking up speed next year, the government said on Wednesday as it raised forecasts, but called for "decisive reforms" for a sustained recovery.
Germany raises growth forecasts – but warns reforms needed
Germany's economy will eke out meagre growth in 2025 before picking up speed next year, the government said on Wednesday as it raised forecasts, but called for "decisive reforms" for a sustained recovery.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 3d
Munich is a city that's known for its outdoor lifestyle, from sprawling parks to al fresco dining. But on rainy days - which tend to come often in Germany - you can still find plenty to do.
Six things to do on a rainy day in Munich
Munich is a city that's known for its outdoor lifestyle, from sprawling parks to al fresco dining. But on rainy days - which tend to come often in Germany - you can still find plenty to do.
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The Local Germany @thelocalgermany.bsky.social · 3d
Proposed reforms to Germany’s health system are being debated, with the introduction of a 'base health insurance tariff' and the possibility of charging fees for visits to the doctor among the most hotly contested ideas.
Fees for doctors' appointments? Germany's proposals for reforming healthcare
Proposed reforms to Germany’s health system are being debated, with the introduction of a 'base health insurance tariff' and the possibility of charging fees for visits to the doctor among the most hotly contested ideas.
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