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Europe February 19, 2024

Ursula von der Leyen announces bid for second term as head of European Union Commission

Germany's Ursula von der Leyen has announced her intention to seek a second term as the head of the European Union's Commission. Her candidacy was put forward by her party.

Germany February 19, 2024

US man confesses to murder and rape in assault near famous German castle

A 31-year-old American man has admitted to charges of murder and rape in a trial in Germany after pushing two U.S. women down a ravine near Neuschwanstein castle last year.

Russia February 18, 2024

German space commander warns Russian nuclear weapon could destroy 'global commons': 'Nobody would survive'

The commander of German Space Command, Maj. Gen. Michael Traut, expressed concern over reports of Russia developing an anti-satellite space weapon.

China February 16, 2024

Top diplomats from US, China hold 'constructive' talks on issues dividing them

US and Chinese top diplomats sat down for a frank discussion on critical issues including Taiwan, the South China Sea, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine War.

Movies February 15, 2024

Berlin Film Festival jury pushes back on political questions

The jury at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival has pushed back on political questions as the festival kicked off, seeking instead to shift the focus to the movies being shown.

Germany February 12, 2024

Germans fly satirical Trump, Zelenskyy floats in Carnival parades

Satirical, politically-biting floats filled the streets of major cities in western Germany, including Cologne, Dusseldorf and Mainz, amid traditional Shrove Monday festivities.

Germany February 12, 2024

German Chancellor Scholz and US Sen. Coons share 'twinning' moment in DC

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz came to Washington, D.C., to encourage U.S. support of Ukraine. On his trip, he shared a selfie of himself with his "Doppelgänger," U.S. Sen. Chris Coons

Olympics February 10, 2024

Alica Schmidt, track star dubbed 'world's sexiest athlete,' says she turned down six-figure sponsorship deal

Alica Schmidt, the track star dubbed the "world's sexiest athlete," revealed in a recent interview that she had turned down hundreds of thousands of dollars from a potential sponsor.

Germany February 9, 2024

Far-right German politician to go on trial for alleged use of Nazi slogan

Björn Höcke, a prominent figure in Germany's far-right party, is set to go on trial in April for charges related to his alleged use of a Nazi slogan in a speech.

Germany February 8, 2024

German Chancellor Scholz seeking aid for Ukraine on Washington trip, visit with Biden

Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz will visit Washington, DC, this week in a push for more American aid to benefit Ukrainians in their war against Vladimir Putin's regime.

Germany February 8, 2024

German military ship sails toward Red Sea to join EU mission against Houthi attacks

A German Navy ship has set sail toward the Red Sea to participate in a European Union mission aimed at defending cargo ships from attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels.