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New German leader signals seismic shift in transatlantic relations
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
German Election 2025: Friedrich Merz Appears Poised to Be Next Chancellor
The Christian Democrat, who appeared to have a path to a stable governing coalition, hopes to lead Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
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German election winner to welcome Netanyahu despite ICC arrest warrant
Israeli prime minister’s office describes Friedrich Merz’s gesture as ‘overt defiance’ of international courtFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
German election winner vows 'real independence' from US
Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany's center-right Christian Democrats, who finished first in Sunday's election, has vowed “real independence from the USA" as he sets about forming a coalition ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
The fight at the heart of the German election is simmering everywhere | Zoe Williams
In all similar democracies, left and right are having versions of the same argument: does ‘electable’ mean centrist or radical?. As the German election results land, a lot of people are looking ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
A country divided: Five key takeaways from the German election
A detailed look at the results reveals a divided nation increasingly drifting to fringes as dissatisfaction with mainstream parties mounts. German election 2025: results in full German voters ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Markets relieved by German election result, but key industries remain mired in uncertainty
The outcome of the German election "has not resulted in a clear path to the constitution being changed to allow for a step change in government spending."CNBC - Feb. 25 -
German parliament in race against time to sign off on new defence fund
Friedrich Merz, expected to be next chancellor, has spoken of urgent need for ramped-up defence, but ‘blocking minority’ could form in future Bundestag. Germany’s outgoing parliament could be asked ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
German Central Bank Loss Points to More Economic Woes for Germany
The central bank’s president said it was “not possible to rule out” a third year of no economic growth.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
India’s renewables sector falling far short of needed investment surge
Clean energy financing lags behind $68bn needed annually to hit ambitious climate targets, report warnsFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
A German court sentences 2 Afghans to prison for plotting to attack the Swedish parliament
A German court has sentenced two Afghan men to several years in prison for planning an attack on the Swedish parliament and killing lawmakers in response to the burning of copies of the QuranABC News - 5d -
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Suspected Islamic extremist charged in deadly German knife attack
Germany’s top prosecutor has charged a suspected Islamic extremist with murder, attempted murder and membership in a terrorist organization abroad in connection with a deadly knife attack last year ...ABC News - 5d -
How far back can the IRS claim you owe money?
The IRS can't collect most back taxes indefinitely. Here's how long the agency has to collect on money you owe.CBS News - 5d -
Franchise tag tracker: Chiefs are the only team to use the tag so far
Teams are allowed to apply franchise tags to players from Feb. 18 through March 4.ESPN - 5d -
Number of Trans Troops Far Lower Than Estimated, Pentagon Figures Show
The Defense Department said 4,240 service members, or about 0.2 percent of those in uniform, have a diagnosis of gender dysphoria. Previous estimates had put the number at triple that figure.The New York Times - 5d -
Senior German MP says vote was ‘successfully’ manipulated by foreign actors
Head of Bundestag intelligence committee calls on government to be clear about impact of malign actorsFinancial Times - 4d -
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How the German Autobahn ended up without speed limits
Germany's Autobahn has large sections with no speed limits. Why doesn't the supposedly freedom-loving United States have something like that?CNBC - 4d -
German inflation stays unchanged at hotter-than-expected 2.8% in February
The February print compares to a 2.7% estimate from economists surveyed by Reuters.CNBC - 4d -
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Were Tate brothers released in secret deal - or is the truth far more chaotic?
The abrupt departure of the Tate brothers by private jet has left a fresh trail of confusion and unanswered questions in its wake.BBC News - 4d -
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Trump blasts Zelenskyy for saying peace is 'very, very far'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for years of American backing in a statement ending a tumultuous week of transatlantic diplomacy.ABC News - 1d -
Two dead after car driven into crowds in German city of Mannheim
Woman, 83, and man, 54, killed and several injured after attack by SUV driver during carnival celebrations. A car has rammed into crowds in the centre of the German city of Mannheim, killing two ...The Guardian - 1d -
At least two dead after car driven into crowd in German city of Mannheim
Forty-year-old man from Germany arrested after incident that follows other fatal assaults in the countryFinancial Times - 1d -
‘Like a horror movie’: Ice detaining German tourist in California indefinitely
Jessica Brösche has spent more than a month in detention center after being denied entry at San Diego from Mexico. A German tourist is fighting to be released from an immigration detention center ...The Guardian - 1d -
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Germans Agree to Borrow More for Military, in Sharp Response to Trump
The agreement between Friedrich Merz, the likely next chancellor, and his potential coalition partners also includes big new infrastructure spending.The New York Times - 7h -
Britain’s new right should beware misplaced triumphalism
Hope is not built on over-reach or abandoning conservative principlesFinancial Times - Feb. 22 -
Why Is Chocolate So Expensive Right Now?
Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and other climate impacts are throttling cocoa production and driving up chocolate prices.Wired - Feb. 22 -
Trump is correct on Ukraine and right to put Zelensky on the spot
I have no problem with anyone being vehemently opposed to Vladimir Putin and Russia. But such opposition should not blind them to the obvious questions that must still be asked about what is best ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
Is the downfall of a Japanese star a turning point for women's rights?
The downfall of Masahiro Nakai is a marked departure from how Japan treats claims of sexual violence.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
The Papers: 'Zelensky offers to quit' and 'Germany turns Right'
Volodymyr Zelensky's offer to step down as president of Ukraine features heavily in Monday's papers.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Our Favorite Internal SSD Is on Sale Right Now
Need more storage? Take $40 off the 2-TB, or $20 off the 1-TB WD_Black SN770 right now.Wired - Feb. 25
