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Germany Plans to Introduce Mandatory Conscription for 18-year-olds From 2027
Militarnyi
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The German government has approved a bill to amend the rules on military service as the country seeks to expand the size of its armed forces. Deutsche Welle reported this measure. The new model, proposed by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, is...
Germany criticizes US sanctions against International Criminal Court
Yeni Safak
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August 27, 2025
Germany on Wednesday criticized the US administration for introducing sanctions against officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC). In a statement posted on social media, the German Foreign Ministry stressed that it fully supports EU...
“Antonov” is building a hangar in Germany to service aircraft
The Odessa Journal
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A subsidiary of the state enterprise Antonov, created to service cargo flights under NATO programs — Antonov Logistics Salis GmbH — has begun construction of a hangar for aircraft maintenance at Leipzig/Halle International Airport (LEJ, Germany)....
Kane's late goal lifts shaky Bayern past third-division Wiesbaden in German Cup
TSN
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August 27, 2025
WIESBADEN, Germany (AP) — Harry Kane headed the winning goal deep into added time to give Bayern Munich a 3-2 win over third-division team Wehen Wiesbaden on Wednesday and avoid a potential shock first-round exit in the German Cup. Kane had...
Kane rescues Bayern in German Cup first round
RTL Today
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August 27, 2025
Harry Kane scored a last-gasp winner to spare Bayern Munich's blushes in a dramatic 3-2 victory at third-tier Wehen Wiesbaden in the German Cup first round on Wednesday. Bayern were two goals up and cruising not long after half-time thanks to a...
German teen convicted for supporting foiled Taylor Swift concert attack in Vienna
United News of Bangladesh
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FILE - View of the exterior of Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024. (AP Photo/Heinz-Peter Bader, File) A German court on Tuesday convicted a 16-year-old boy of supporting a foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Austria...
Harry Kane's late goal lifts shaky Bayern past 3rd-division Wiesbaden in German Cup
Cochrane Eagle
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August 27, 2025
WIESBADEN, Germany (AP) — Harry Kane headed the winning goal deep into added time to give Bayern Munich a 3-2 win over third-division team Wehen Wiesbaden on Wednesday and avoid a potential shock first-round exit in the German Cup . WIESBADEN,...
Germany establishes national security council to centralize security policy
Xinhua News Agency
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BERLIN, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- The German federal cabinet on Wednesday approved the establishment of a national security council, a move designed to centralize and strengthen the country's security architecture. The new body, which will be located in...
Germany to boost military with new voluntary service bill
Deutsche Welle
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August 27, 2025
In light of the growing threat posed by Russia and new NATO commitments, the German government is hoping to turn around the Bundeswehr's chronic under-recruitment. To that end, the cabinet on Wednesday (27.8.) approved a new plan to have 260,000...
German BioTech startup Detechgene pockets €3.2 million to take lab diagnostics mobile
EU Startups
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August 27, 2025
Detechgene, a Cologne-based BioTech startup, has successfully raised €3.2 million in its second Seed round as it pursues its mission to make molecular diagnostics fast, mobile and accessible to all. The round was led by neoteq ventures, joined by...
A step towards CSRD implementation in Germany: The new draft bill of 10 July 2025
JD Supra - California
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August 27, 2025
On 10 July 2025, the Federal Ministry of Justice presented a revised draft bill for the implementation of Directive (EU) 2022/2464 (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive – “CSRD”) as amended by Directive (EU) 2025/794 (available here;...
German Doner Kebab arrives at Brent Cross this autumn
London Post
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August 27, 2025
As part of its ambitious growth plans for 2025, German Doner Kebab (GDK) is set to open at Brent Cross Shopping Centre, one of the UK’s busiest retail destinations, as part of its ambitious expansion plans for 2025. Known for its premium take on a...
Germany’s July auto market: Short-term rebound masks long-term weakness, Chinese brands signal breakthroughs
Gasgoo
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August 27, 2025
In July 2025, new vehicle sales in Germany reached 264,802 units, up 3.4% month-on-month (MoM) and 11.1% year-on-year (YoY), reflecting a market characterized by "short-term rebound amid long-term pressure." MoM growth was mainly supported by...
Saudi FM, German counterpart discuss Gaza situation
Saudi Gazette
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August 27, 2025
Saudi Gazette report BERLIN — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with the German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul at the German capital Berlin on Wednesday. During the meeting, they reviewed...
Swintt increase German market profile with new NOVOLINE deal
European Gaming
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August 27, 2025
Reading Time: 2 minutesHaving already established a substantial fan following in Germany thanks to its engaging range of classically-themed slots, sought-after software provider, Swintt, has announced it will be making further in-roads into the...
German-Colombian conductor Anna Handler making Irish debut with Ulster Orchestra in Derry
Derry Journal
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August 27, 2025
The Ulster Orchestra is returning to Derry on Saturday, September 13 as part of its On Your Doorstep concert series. German-Colombian conductor Anna Handler will make her Irish debut in a special performance in the Guildhall at 7pm. The...
Germany’s pension crisis
The Financial Times
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August 26, 2025
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. US President Donald Trump said he was firing Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, shares in Ørsted plunged after the Trump...
Sacramento Kings' newest point guard Dennis Schroder wows franchise owner Vivek Ranadive by leading Germany to another win in EuroBasket 2025
The Times of India
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Dennis Schroder with Vivek Ranadive (Image via Instagram) The Sacramento Kings signed point guard Dennis Schroder on July 7 from the Detroit Pistons in a sign-and-trade deal. The Kings' newest acquisition, before coming back to the league, is...
Defense adjust training after Dutch soldier killed during military exercise in Germany
NL Times
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August 27, 2025
The Dutch Ministry of Defense has adjusted its military exercises following the death of 28-year-old soldier Ewout van de Lustgraaf from Zwolle, who was fatally injured during a training exercise in Germany when an infantry fighting vehicle...
German cabinet approves new military recruitment and conscription measures
The Sun Daily
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August 27, 2025
BERLIN: The German cabinet has approved new measures to strengthen military recruitment and readiness amid heightened NATO-Russia tensions. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius stated the initiative aims to attract volunteers to the Bundeswehr while...