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Tensions laid bare as Germans worry about immigration ahead of election
In the western city of Oberhausen the BBC finds conflicting attitudes towards immigration ahead of the vote.BBC News - 2d -
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German trains are less punctual than Britain’s ‘broken’ railways
Olaf Scholz mocked UK trains. FT analysis of 1.9bn data points shows they are more reliable than Germany’s networkFinancial Times - 1d -
German elections: When are they, what’s being decided and how that will impact markets
The election for the 630-seat Bundestag is taking place on Sunday, Feb. 23. It’s happening seven months early after a snap election was agreed.MarketWatch - 1d -
Police investigate QR codes placed on 1,000 graves in German cemeteries
The stickers were placed on both old and new grave markers and damaged the surfaces when removed.CBS News - 1d -
Birkenstocks are not works of art, top German court rules in copyright case
Sandal maker, founded in Germany in 1774, wanted to stop ‘copycats’ selling similar products. They may be the footwear of choice for Hollywood A-listers and pop stars, but Birkenstock sandals are ...The Guardian - 8h -
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The 8 Cities in the Running for W.N.B.A. Expansion
Bids for the 16th franchise were due on Jan. 30, resulting in a flurry of interest.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
City's derelict Debenhams to become a park
Plans have been confirmed to turn the former Debenhams store in the city centre into a park.BBC News - 2d -
At least 200,000 protesters rally in Munich against far-right AfD ahead of German election
More than 200,000 protesters have demonstrated in Munich against far-right extremism ahead of the German general electionABC News - Feb. 8 -
Scholz clashes with Merz over German economy and migration at last parliament meeting before poll
Chancellor Olaf Scholz has accused his main rival in Germany’s upcoming election of “constant about turns,” while Friedrich Merz, the opposition leader and front-runner, accused Scholz of leaving ...ABC News - Feb. 11 -
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Hungary's Orbán meets head of far-right German party AfD, calling her 'the future of Germany'
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is hosting Alice Weidel, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's candidate for chancellor, a rare meeting between a European leader and Germany’s far-right ...ABC News - Feb. 12 -
‘The far right wants us to play by their rules’: Can German Greens survive ‘witch-hunt’?
As AfD says Germany is in grip of ‘eco-dictatorship’, Green party tones down mention of climate action. The crowd had crammed into a concert hall in central Berlin to hear crunch-time election ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
US should not have made concessions to Russia over Ukraine, says German minister
France also criticises Trump’s approach to ending war, resting on Kyiv forfeiting territory and Nato membership. The US should not have made concessions to Russia in advance of peace negotiations ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
German chancellor hits back at US at security conference as Trump administration upends norms
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has shot back strongly in defense of his stance against the far-right and said his country won’t accept people who “intervene in our democracy,” a day after U.S. Vice ...ABC News - 5d -
German Chancellor Scholz Rebukes Vance’s Support for Far-Right During Munich Conference
At the Munich Security Conference, Olaf Scholz accused the U.S. vice president of unacceptable interference in Germany’s coming elections.The New York Times - 5d -
The rise of the far right, global trade and Ukraine’s future: why the German election matters – visual explainer
Trump’s election in November last year has – as promised – sent shockwaves round the world. But next week’s German election could be almost as momentous. A key question for Germany, its neighbours ...The Guardian - 1d -
All eyes on far-right AfD in German election rocked by violence and US interference
Extremists tipped for second place after shifting debate to immigration and crime and winning endorsements from Musk and Vance. In the tumultuous German election campaign, which has been rocked by ...The Guardian - 15h -
In these dark times of racially charged election campaigns, the German left offers a flicker of hope | Fatma Aydemir
Heidi Reichinnek’s speech went viral on TikTok – and sparked a surge of support from voters who reject the mainstream’s xenophobia. I was shopping for groceries the other day in Berlin’s neglected ...The Guardian - 13h -
Man City's 115 charges outcome 'in a month' - Guardiola
Manchester City expect to learn the outcome of the hearing into their 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month" says boss Pep Guardiola.BBC News - Feb. 7 -
The Singular Magic of Torrisi: New York City on a Plate
Sam Sifton takes you through a meal at Torrisi, where the story of the five boroughs is channeled through the food.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Guardiola denies City spend due to embargo fear
Pep Guardiola has denied that Manchester City's January recruitment drive was motivated by concern within the club that they could be hit with a transfer embargo.ESPN - Feb. 8 -
Why the ‘15-minute city’ is not a neighbourhood menace
A simple, sensible idea with deep historic roots has become intensely politicisedFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Cities harness nature in the fight against flooding
Record rainfall and rising sea levels are prompting fresh thinking on urban protection measuresFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
How city-splitting highways are coming to the end of the road
Many authorities are pulling down elevated urban routes and transforming the sites to improve quality of lifeFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
FA Cup draw: Plymouth rewarded with City tie
Plymouth Argyle's stunning victory over Liverpool on Sunday has seen them rewarded with a trip to face Man City in the fifth round of the FA Cup.ESPN - Feb. 11 -
Ancelotti: Madrid-Man City 'like a Clásico now'
Carlo Ancelotti said Manchester City vs. Real Madrid "feels like a Clásico now" as the teams prepare to meet in the Champions League for the fourth season in a row, and backed the tie's winner to ...ESPN - Feb. 11 -
Armed police in stand-off at Sheffield city apartments
Specialist officers are "negotiating" with a man at a building on Broad Street in Sheffield.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
Stones: Latest City loss brings anger, frustration
John Stones admitted he was left feeling "anger and frustration" after Manchester City conceded two late goals to lose 3-2 to Real Madrid on Tuesday.ESPN - Feb. 12 -
California city passes controversial homeless camping ban
The ordinance, which allows the city to fine those who help the homeless and makes it illegal for homeless people to camp on public property, was approved in a 6-1 vote after more than two hours of ...The Hill - Feb. 12 -
Vinícius: City banner gave me 'more strength'
Vinícius Júnior said a banner from Man City fans -- backing Rodri in their Ballon d'Or dispute -- helped inspire him in Real Madrid's 3-2 comeback win.ESPN - Feb. 12 -
Ake: City searching for cause of recent crumblings
Nathan Aké has said Manchester City are "trying to find the reason" they keep throwing away leads after conceding two late goals against Real Madrid.ESPN - Feb. 12 -
Worcester, Mass., to become sanctuary city for transgender community
Worcester's city council voted in favor of a resolution to protect transgender and gender-diverse people. WBTS' Alysha Palumbo reports.NBC News - Feb. 13 -
This City’s Sewer System Is Full of Alligators, but It’s Not New York
Researchers found crocodilians, bats, raccoons and other creatures prowling a Florida town’s storm drains, “like something out of ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,’” one said.The New York Times - 6d -
Man City defender Akanji to undergo surgery
Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji will be out for 8-10 weeks following an injury sustained in their clash with Real Madrid and will undergo surgery on Saturday.ESPN - 6d -
De Bruyne: City success not fully appreciated yet
Kevin De Bruyne has said he believes Manchester City's achievements will only be fully appreciated in the future as they continue to endure an inconsistent campaign.ESPN - 5d -
DR Congo M23 rebels enter city of Bukavu
The Rwandan-backed rebels' entry into Bukavu follows their capture of Goma, defying international calls for a ceasefire.BBC News - 5d
