Just days before he faces a vote of confidence, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has said he is in favour of reducing VAT on groceries from 7 to 5 percent to relieve the burden on households.

Three suspected Islamist extremists arrested over planned attack, paint attack by climate activists at Berlin hotel, Scholz says too early to debate Syrian refugees returning and more news this Wednesday from Germany.

Every year, Google compiles trending search terms. From football to ‘Dubai chocolate’ and the Finance Minister’s sacking, here’s what people in Germany have been trying to find out more about in 2024.

The government wants to improve Germany’s ability to warn residents about natural disasters and other emergencies in real time. Here’s what you need to know about the ‘NINA’ warning app and efforts to adapt to extreme weather.

A German-Russian citizen has been arrested by Russian police for allegedly preparing to “sabotage” a rail line on orders from Kyiv, the FSB security services said Tuesday, quoted by Russian news agencies.

With Germany’s rent controls at risk of falling away amid the ongoing shortage of affordable housing in many cities, tenants are facing rising rental costs.

A new study ranked all of Europe’s major rail operators for their ticket prices, reliability and ease of booking. How do Germany’s passenger rail companies compare?

A German property developer has sparked outrage with a plan to turn a World War II tunnel system into a luxury bunker for rich survivalists who fear the outbreak of World War III.

Germany’s Christmas markets brighten up the cold and dark winter season. As well as picking up homemade gifts and ornaments, make sure you try these delicious snacks and drinks.

European countries suspend Syrian asylum decisions after Assad’s fall, the ‘Blackberry’ coalition moves forward in Thuringia and more news from Germany on Tuesday.