Transit Strikes in Berlin: U-Bahn, Buses, and Trams Halted for Two Days

The public transport system in Berlin has come to a standstill due to a two-day warning strike initiated by the Verdi union. This strike affects the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) and is scheduled from early Wednesday, March 19, until early Friday, March 21. The strike has been called in response to ongoing negotiations regarding employee wages and working conditions. During this period, all U-Bahn services, trams, and the majority of bus routes will be suspended. The union represents...
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Rodrigo Duterte Faces International Criminal Court for Human Rights Violations

Rodrigo Duterte Faces International Criminal Court for Human Rights Violations

March 14, 2025 • 09:25 AM

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, is set to make his first appearance at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague today. The court has scheduled the hearing for 14:00 Central European Time, following Duterte's...

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Amid ongoing discussions regarding a potential debt package proposed by the SPD and CDU, economic expert Tilman Kuban has voiced significant concerns about the implications for inflation in Germany. He emphasized the necessity for structural reforms...

Spring Arrives Early: Temperatures Expected to Reach 20 Degrees

Spring Arrives Early: Temperatures Expected to Reach 20 Degrees

March 4, 2025 • 12:00 AM

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10 best private health insurance providers in Germany for 2025

10 best private health insurance providers in Germany for 2025

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Exploring Longevity Supplements: The Potential of NAD+ and AKG

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The Psychological Impact of Playing Online Poker as a Full-Time Job

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Flight Delay Compensation and How This Affects Passengers Travelling From or To Munich

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