Blockchain Revolutionizes Microfinance, Paving the Way for Financial Inclusion

Blockchain technology is making waves in the world of microfinance, ushering in an era of unprecedented financial...

Munich Sees 30% Surge in Cyclists and 5% Decrease in Cars

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In a stark contrast to pre-COVID times, nearly one-third more cyclists now traverse the streets of Munich, while the...

The Paradox of Selective Awareness: "Woke" Businesses and Unfounded Discrimination

In recent times, the term "woke" has gained prominence, signifying an increased awareness and sensitivity towards social...

Germany Plans New Agreements with Six Countries to Address Labor Shortage

In response to the ongoing nationwide labor shortage and the need to tackle illegal immigration, the German government has...

Gas Price Reduction: Munich's City Utilities to Lower Rates

The City Utilities Munich (SWM) have decided to slash gas prices by nearly half, effective from October 1. This...

Hotel Subscription Model Instead of Second Home

Since the pandemic, it has become routine for many to work from home a few days a week. Commuters, especially, have been...

More Schools and Kindergartens for the City

Providing the best possible conditions for public schools takes top priority in Munich, and this commitment has led to an...

Munich Introduces Fixed Prices for Pre-Booked Taxis, a First in Germany

Munich has become the first city in Germany to implement fixed prices for taxi rides. The approval for this new system was...

Germany Climbs Higher in Passport Index, While US and UK Face Downtrend

In an ever-changing world of travel freedom, the "Henley Passport Index" from London has recently unveiled its annual...

Munich and Berlin: Among the Top 10 Best Student Cities in the World

Germany's vibrant academic landscape continues to attract international attention, with two of its cities, Munich and...

Last Generation irk all generations with disruption campaign

After the airport blockades on Thursday, members of the "Last Generation" disrupted road traffic nationwide on Friday....

Munich Strikes in July and August

Workers across various industries in Munich have embarked on a series of strikes, staging demonstrations and walkouts...

Former Munich synagogue debris discovered in Isar

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During work on the Isar weir near the Großhesseloher Bridge, remnants of the former main synagogue in Munich were found....

Microsoft opens new Experience Center EMEA

Microsoft this week inaugurated its brand-new Experience Center EMEA in Munich. Here, customers and partners can learn...

US tourist murdered at Neuschwanstein

An American woman was killed after being thrown more than 160 feet into a ravine by a man who had allegedly sexually...

Italy blocks ChatGPT

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Italy's data protection authority has blocked the artificial intelligence-based chatbot ChatGPT because it violates data...

EU imposes new sanctions on Iran

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The European Union has tightened its sanctions against Iran for the third time since the beginning of the year. EU foreign...

The confusion at e-charging stations

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The sentence is the mantra of e-mobility: "Charging must become as easy as refueling!" Federal Transport Minister Volker...

Coalition aims for energy transition

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Chancellor Olaf Scholz is swearing in Germans to a massive transformation of the economy and a switch of the country to...

In Germany, 23 percent of the population has immigrated since 1950

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In 2021, 14.2 million people who have immigrated since 1950 will live in Germany. This was announced by the Federal...
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MVV Raises Prices by Over Four Percent

Ticket prices within the Munich Transport and Tariff Association (MVV) are on the rise. Starting with the timetable change...
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NASA's Webb Telescope Reveals Carbon-Bearing Molecules on Exoplanet K2-18 b

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has made a groundbreaking discovery on the exoplanet K2-18 b, a celestial body 8.6 times...

Technical University of Munich to Reinstate Tuition Fees for Non-EU Students

A decade after the Free State of Bavaria abolished general tuition fees, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is set...
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Rare Airbus Transport Aircraft "Beluga ST" Makes Special Visit to Munich Airport

A highly uncommon visitor graced Munich Airport with its presence recently as an Airbus transport aircraft, the "Beluga...

Disruptions for Commuters Following Delayed Construction on S-Bahn Main Line

For a span of nine days, the Munich S-Bahn's main line underwent a temporary halt in operations due to ongoing...

Munich Embraces Balcony Solar Power

If we were to judge solely by the number of balcony power plants, Munich would already be well on its way to achieving its...

Shortage of 400,000 Workers Expected in Bavaria by 2035

A new study has revealed that Bavaria will face a shortage of 400,000 workers by the year 2035, according to recent...

German-Israeli Youth Center in Munich Discussed by Ludwig Spaenle

Ludwig Spaenle, the Bavarian Commissioner against Antisemitism from the Christian Social Union (CSU), has raised the...

Major Disruptions Expected on Munich S-Bahn's Main Line in August

Munich's bustling S-Bahn system is bracing for significant disruptions this August, as authorities announce the temporary...

Promoting Safety Through Alcohol Interlock Systems

In the quest for a safer driving environment, a new technology is taking center stage: Alkolock. This innovative system,...

Foreigner Welcome Center for Munich

The city of Munich is in urgent need of foreign workers, however, the path to their employment is marred by significant...
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Munich S-Bahn to Receive Germany's Most Advanced Trains

Commuters aboard Munich's S-Bahn will soon experience travel in the most state-of-the-art trains in the entire nation. As...

Google's New Headquarters in Munich's Maxvorstadt: A Boon or Bane for the City?

Google's decision to open its new headquarters at Posrpalast in Maxvorstadt, Munich, has created a mix of excitement and...
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Hyperloop Test Track Near Munich Opens

A little less than a year after construction began, the Hyperloop test track in Ottobrunn near Munich is now complete. The...

Rent Surge at Double-Digit Rates Hits Berlin and Munich

The rental market in major German cities is experiencing an unprecedented surge, with rents soaring at double-digit rates...
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Munich Heatwave: A Sizzling Week in the Bavarian Capital

As the summer season reaches its peak, cities across Europe are experiencing soaring temperatures, and the city of Munich...

S-Bahn Central Line to be Closed for Ten Days in August

Mid-August brings unfortunate news for commuters and day-trippers relying on Munich's S-Bahn services to reach the city...
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Suspected Lioness Roams Berlin Suburbs

In a startling development, Berlin's southern suburbs are on high alert as authorities warn residents about a potentially...

Free travel for top students

After the corona-related restrictions of the past few years, the time has finally come again this year: Bavarian...

Areas in Munich with Most Expensive Rent

You need to be able to afford to live in Munich - and that is becoming increasingly unlikely. due to the prices...

Swimming in Germany, Top Marks for Bavarian Lakes

Bavarian Prime Minister Söder, together with Health Minister Klaus Holetschek (both CSU) and the President of the State...

E-Scooter Laws in Germany

E-scooters have rapidly gained popularity as a convenient alternative to traditional modes of transportation in many...

Severe Storms hit Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg and Saarland

In Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, and Saarland, violent thunderstorms resulted in numerous injuries, some of which were...
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MVG develop automated vehicles for public transportation

MINGA (linked website in German) funding project partners have jointly set the objective of advancing local public...
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IAA Mobility 2023 at Messe Muenchen

The international gathering place for future mobility is the IAA MOBILITY, and it is being held in Munich between the 5th...

365-euro MVV ticket for schoolchildren

The Munich Transport Company (MVG) recommends school children to apply for the 365-euro MVV ticket online. Anyone 15...

Reform to German immigration laws

The German parliament recently approved a new law that will simplify the employment search process for non-EU nationals...

Rabbis move headquarters to Munich

It has been seventy years since the Conference of European Rabbis (CER) first established its London headquarters. The...
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Finland joins NATO

Finland became the 31st member country to join NATO on Tuesday. Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto presented U.S. Secretary...
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Number of approved new apartments fell in 2022

There is a housing shortage in Berlin - but the number of approved apartments in the capital has fallen for the sixth year...
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Mega strike in Munich

The 24-hour traffic warning strike by the Verdi and EVG unions began at midnight. This means that trains, buses and planes...
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Verdi and EVG announce major strike on Monday

The services union Verdi and the Railway and Transport Union (EVG) plan to largely paralyze traffic in Germany on Monday...
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Twitter wants to disclose tweet recommendation software

Twitter owner Elon Musk apparently wants to make good on his promise to ensure greater transparency in tweet...
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Oil spill spreads off Philippines

After an oil tanker sank off the Philippines, a huge oil slick has spread off the coast of Oriental Mindoro province south...
Photo by Thought Catalog

Work from home office has decreased

The Corona pandemic is supposed to have brought a breakthrough to office work from home, even for normal times outside of...
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More green hydrogen from Africa for Germany

The largest investment with German participation for the production of "green" hydrogen in Africa is planned in...
Photo by Jerry Wang

Easier access to childcare in Potsdam

It's about a project that is virtually exemplary for the sometimes tough processes in Potsdam's city administration: The...
Photo by Marius Serban

Union proposes new federal agency for immigration

According to a proposal from the CDU and CSU, a new federal immigration agency is to be created to regulate the influx of...
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Energy generation emits more carbon dioxide than ever before

The International Energy Agency (IEA) is calling for more speed in the energy transition as global carbon dioxide...
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Almost 9 percent inflation in Germany

The inflation rate in Germany was 8.7 percent in February. This was announced by the Federal Statistical Office in...