Deutschlandticket still in jeopardy for 2026, car sales jump in July, football club backs out of signing Israel striker after fan backlash and more news from around Germany on Wednesday, August 6th.

Phrases like ‘predictive policing’ are in the German press following an announcement that Baden-Württemberg will adopt a controversial surveillance software. So what is US firm Palantir offering and how will it change policing in Germany?

Businesses across various industries, from hospitality to postal services, are concerned that they may struggle to fill basic jobs amid a sharp drop in the number of refugees entering Germany.

People in Germany have to endure a fair amount of grey skies, but even so, the weather so far this summer has been uniquely disappointing for many. Tom Pugh examines whether there’s any hope for sunshine in the coming weeks?

Berlin’s U5 subway will remain closed for several weeks between Frankfurter Allee and Tierpark stations. Here’s how travellers will be affected.

The river-side municipality is planning an official bathing ban following a series of fatalities this summer. The rule will allow city authorities to slap swimmers with a fine.

A German court will on Tuesday launch the trial of two suspected spies for China, one of whom worked as an assistant to the far-right lawmaker Maximilian Krah.

Trial begins against suspected spy who had worked for AfD politician, speed camera marathon begins in several states, senior lawmaker says Germany should consider sanctions on Israel and more news on Tuesday, August 5th.

Using the right car seat for children is a legal requirement in Germany, as well as a crucial safety measure. Here are the terms to know, what to look for when buying one, and how the regulations apply in carshares and taxis.

Politicians from Germany’s federal government have expressed willingness to raise the minimum age for the purchase of wine and beer.