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The Latest Breaking News from Berlin

Berlin’s mayor abandons reelection campaign after ‘tennis-gate’ outcry

Kai Wegner admits poor communication in handling of power blackout overshadowed his other political work

The Guardian - UK

German Telegram Rape Network Used 'Driving School' Code to Hide Horrific Crimes for Years

A multi-year investigation has exposed a vast online predator network in Europe, leading to major court trials. The network used coded language to discuss assaults and shared illicit material.

International Business Times UK

‘Serial killer’ German doctor jailed for 15 murders

BERLIN - A German palliative care doctor was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday for murdering 15 people with lethal doses of sedatives, and he remains under investigation for dozens more killings.

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Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips: Prosecutors

Prosecutors are investigating a Telegram network used by Chinese men for sexual assaults. These perpetrators referred to women as "cars" and rape as "driving" in their chats. Investigations have led to convictions and ongoing trials for several alleged members of this group. Similar cases of drug-facilitated sexual assaults are emerging…

The Economic Times

Germans don’t love Budweiser. It won’t take no for an answer.

BERLIN — Something was off at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin.

Bangkok Post

Chinese men in Germany used Telegram groups to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say

A German investigation into an online predator network that thrived on the messaging app Telegram for years has led to the convictions of three alleged members of the group's inner circle and the ongoing trial of a fourth man in Berlin

The Independent UK

'Bloody hope it's time': Reid eyes Opals World Cup spot

Opals guard Steph Reid is desperate for a ticket to Berlin in September as she eyes her first major international tournament.

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In 1980, Led Zeppelin had new life, and were moving into a new era as a band – then tragedy struck. This was their final show with John Bonham

The fateful 14-song set took place on this day, 1980, in Berlin

Guitar World

Return of the Berlin Wall: how the barrier that divided Germany is splitting south London

Would you install 2.75 tonnes of reinforced concrete in your garden, a fragment of the most notorious symbol of the cold war? Herne Hill resident Steven Thorpe did – and the neighbours are not happy

The Guardian - UK

Could military-age Ukrainian men lose temporary protection status in Germany?

More than 260,000 Ukrainians of fighting age are living in Germany. As Kyiv and Berlin discuss ways to encourage their return, the question is: would they go back?

Euronews

Cold War in south London over chunk of Berlin Wall in man's garden

One neighbour, 18, said: ‘From a historical point of view, I think it’s bloody sick – I really like it’

Evening Standard

'Security of the Baltics is our security': Merz meets Baltic leaders before NATO summit

Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine.

Euronews

‘Our little adventure’: Angela Merkel unveils portrait of herself in Berlin

Jérémie Queyras, 28, created painting over months of sessions at his studio where pair struck up unlikely bond

The Guardian - UK

Berlin! Berlin! Berlin! Kabarett und Exil album review – Anne Sofie von Otter turns to cabaret

This enjoyably eclectic recital from the ever consummate Von Otter highlights the aesthetic friction between romantic ballads, saucy burlesque, cinematic dreamscapes and political firecrackers

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Euronews

Germany's Merz announces sweeping reforms: Tax cuts, pension overhaul and new sick leave rules

After seven hours of talks, the CDU/CSU-SPD coalition agreed on sweeping tax, labour and pension reforms, a breakthrough aimed at reviving the struggling economy and countering the rise of the far right.

Tom’s Hardware

xTool says its 01 Omni Printer can ‘print it all’ — firm steps into the world of UV printing for output on 'all surfaces' at up to 5mm thick

xTool launched its 01 Omni Printer today at a special event in Berlin. The digital-to-physical tool firm claims this device is the “world’s first 4-in-1 printer,” and said it was ready for makers to “print it all.”

The Conversation

How the Venezuelan people and diaspora are driving earthquake relief

“Nieves, there’s been an earthquake in Venezuela.” This was how Gabriela, a Venezuelan friend of mine, interrupted our phone conversation when the news came in. She was in Berlin, and as a new mother she had not been sleeping much. Her tiredness quickly evaporated.

The Economic Times

Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document shows

Germany is pushing for a massive €400 billion cut to the European Commission's proposed €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, deeming it "unaffordable." As the EU's largest net contributor, Berlin warns that an agreement is currently impossible due to the significant increase from the previous budget. Chancellor Merz is urging member…

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Australian neo-Nazi 'emulating thugs of 1930s Berlin'

A magistrate has dressed down a neo-Nazi leader in court for "repugnant" racial slurs emulating 1930s Germany and hiding behind "the pretence of free speech".

Euronews

Heatwave: Berlin police use water cannon to cool Bruno Mars fans

Berlin police used a water cannon to cool thousands of Bruno Mars fans queuing outside the Olympiastadion as temperatures soared during Europe's heatwave.

The Guardian - UK

‘We were broke, but fascinated by freedom’: exhibition showcases East German artist Gabriele Stötzer

Show at Martin Gropius Bau gallery in Berlin is biggest ever celebration of an East German female artist in a state museum

Euronews

Hottest day: Berlin police deploy water cannons to fight extreme heat

Germany is groaning under the year's first heatwave. Berlin police are resorting to an unusual tactic, sending two water cannons onto city streets normally reserved for protests.

Louder

"He wrote stories so painfully real that rock’n’roll still bears their scars." From Velvet Underground to his often divisive solo work, here's why Lou Reed is rock’s greatest storyteller

"With 1989’s New York album, Reed sealed his position as NYC’s poet laureate with a concept work of rare lyrical brilliance."

The Independent UK

The worrying Aryna Sabalenka trend jeopardising Wimbledon title bid

Sabalenka has been racked with tension at key points in her last two tournaments, but a blueprint from an unlikely source could help her rediscover her title-winning ways this summer

The Economic Times

Germany could revive conscription by mid-2027, senior MP tells AFP

Germany is struggling to recruit soldiers and will have to decide by July 2027 at the latest whether to reintroduce compulsory military service, a senior parliamentarian has told AFP. Faced with a growing threat from Russia and an unpredictable United States, Berlin is looking to revamp its army and has…

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