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Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?
Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.CNBC - 3d -
How Scholz’s party is losing ground in Germany’s industrial heartland
Far-right AfD could win its first direct seats in centre-left SPD’s Ruhr stronghold on SundayFinancial Times - 2d -
Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday
More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekendABC News - 2d -
St Pancras and Channel tunnel plan rail routes to Germany and Switzerland
Partnership comes as London station looks at ways to almost triple passenger numbers. St Pancras railway station in London and the Channel tunnel operator have agreed to work together to open up ...The Guardian - 2d -
St Pancras plans for direct trains from UK to Germany
The London station's owner and Eurotunnel hope to expand routes to Cologne, Frankfurt and Switzerland.BBC News - 2d -
The Man Who Broke Germany’s Government Wants a Chance to Fix It
Christian Lindner triggered early elections last fall with a move meant to save his party. It brought chaos at an inopportune time. But will it work out?The New York Times - 2d -
Vance criticizes Germany's free speech laws in remarks to conservatives
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has criticized Germany’s free speech laws during an appearance at a conservative gathering outside WashingtonABC News - 2d -
Germany’s Merz says Europe can no longer rely on US protection
Frontrunner for chancellor suggests possible nuclear co-operation with the UK and FranceFinancial Times - 2d -
A train through Germany: is Europe’s powerhouse going off the rails?
In the run-up to Sunday’s crucial election, the Guardian took a long journey through Europe’s heartland to talk to voters. Creaking, overcrowded, neglected, Germany’s railways, once a source of ...The Guardian - 1d -
Anti-migrant hate is flourishing in Germany’s ‘time of the cowards’ | Musa Okwonga
This weekend’s vote will show how far xenophobia has been driving even some traditionally progressive parties. When I think of German democracy, I think of the Larsen B ice shelf: a vast Antarctic ...The Guardian - 14h -
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Germany's Friedrich Merz: The risk-taker who flirted with far right
The leader of the Christian Democratic Union is now in pole position to become Germany's next chancellor.BBC News - 4h -
Why the Far-Right AfD Is Unlikely to Join Germany’s Next Government
The collective shunning of the AfD party is part of a longstanding attempt to blunt its move into the mainstream.The New York Times - 3h -
Is Russia Open for Business — and at What Cost?
Investors seem open to the prospect of peace talks, but Western companies face a dilemma just three years after many retreated from the country.The New York Times - 4d -
What to look out for in MLS this season
BBC Sport looks at some of the main talking points as the 2025 Major League Soccer campaign kicks off this weekend.BBC News - 1d -
Prebiotic sodas: What are they, and why are they everywhere?
The prebiotic soda market has grown so much, even Coca-Cola is getting in on it.The Hill - 5h -
Where to watch Real Madrid vs. Girona, odds: La Liga live stream, prediction, how to watch, lineups
Carlo Ancelotti's team will be back at the Santiago Bernabeu after winning vs. Manchester CityCBS Sports - 20h -
Outgoing German chancellor Scholz decries far-right AfD's historic gains in Sunday's election
Outgoing German chancellor Scholz decries far-right AfD's historic gains in Sunday's electionABC News - 5h -
German conservatives lead election with far-right AfD in second place, exit polls show
Polls are open across Germany as the world’s third largest economy chooses a new leader to guide it through an era of febrile immigration debates and souring relations with Washington.NBC News - 2h -
WATCH: Massive warehouse fire forces residents to shelter in place in Pennsylvania
Officials in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, are urging residents to avoid the site of a large industrial fire in Abington Township due to air quality concerns. Evacuations have been recommended.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Los Angeles public schools begin ban on cellphones
The Los Angeles Unified School District's ban also includes smart watches and glasses, and some parents are critical of the new rule.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Baby seal rescued after being found on Connecticut street
A young seal has a new home at the Mystic Aquarium after it was discovered on the snowy streets of New Haven.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Teen celebrates 15th birthday after 18-hour surgery
After an 18-hour surgery to repair his left artery, Matthew got to celebrate his birthday at home doing what he loves best: playing his guitar and his viola.ABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Chihuahua rescued after running ‘for miles’ along San Diego freeway
A Chihuahua was rescued and later reunited with its owner after running "for miles” down a busy stretch of Interstate 5 in San Diego earlier this month.ABC News - 3d -
Watch LeBron James turn back the clock with monster dunk
It came in what was an ugly loss by the Lakers, who led by 13 in the third quarter but lost to the Hornets.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
‘Severance’ tops ‘Ted Lasso’ as most watched series on Apple TV+
"Severance" has dethroned “Ted Lasso” as Apple TV+'s most watched series ever after the highly anticipated second season of the psychological thriller dropped following a nearly 3-year hiatus.NBC News - 3d -
Watch: Tourists warned to stay away from Mount Etna lava
Italian authorities say people have been injured after venturing too close to the red-hot lava.BBC News - 3d -
WATCH: Hamish the Scottish Highland calf gets the zoomies at Nashville Zoo
The seven-week-old Scottish Highland calf at the Nashville Zoo seemed light on his feet during his first day in public.ABC News - 3d -
WATCH: Our hearts are melting over twin sisters acting out 'Wicked'
They really are "Dancing Through Life" together.ABC News - 3d -
'Champions are made when nobody's watching' - Mary Earps on life at PSG
Mary Earps tells BBC Sport about her journey from switching Manchester United for life in the French capital with Paris St-Germain.BBC News - 2d -
Watch live: Waltz, Donalds, Leavitt speak at CPAC Day 2
National security adviser Mike Waltz will give remarks at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Friday morning in Maryland. His remarks will come amid scrutiny over the Trump ...The Hill - 2d -
WATCH: 1st successful open heart surgery performed during birth
"GMA" shares an exclusive story for American Heart Month about a groundbreaking procedure that involves open heart surgery on a baby while he was being born.ABC News - 2d -
Watch: Goat rescued from fifth-floor flat ledge in Madrid
A goat in Madrid was rescued by firefighters after it became trapped on a window sill of a tower block.BBC News - 2d -
WATCH: Dog rescued after getting head stuck in treat jar
A dog named Murphy was digging for a treat on Monday night -- perhaps a little too aggressively -- and ended up getting his head stuck inside a plastic jar.ABC News - 2d -
Watch live: Los Angeles DA provides update on Menendez brothers case
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman provides an update on the Lyle and Erik Menendez case.NBC News - 2d -
4 Nations final ESPN's most-watched hockey game
The 4 Nations Face-Off championship game between the United States and Canada on Thursday night marked the largest audience for a hockey game on ESPN.ESPN - 1d -
Watch live: Trump, Stefanik, Burgum headline final day of CPAC
Former President Trump on Saturday afternoon will headline the final day of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland. Other speakers on the docket are Rep. Harriet Hageman ...The Hill - 1d -
The Fed is stuck in neutral as it watches how Trump’s policies play out
With an abundance of unknowns, the only gear the central bank really can be in these days is neutral.CNBC - 8h