Germany

Passengers are facing multiple long-distance, regional and local railway disruptions at the start of September due to ongoing construction projects and staffing issues in Germany. Here's where travellers are most affected.

With rents on the rise in Germany, what do prospective tenants need to earn in order to live comfortably? Here's where rents are still affordable on an average income – and at where renters are increasingly overburdened.

Wholesale gas prices in Germany are on a downward trend, potentially bringing a wave of relief to households across the country. Customers who are able to switch providers or sign a new contract now can save money by shopping around.

For foreigners living in Germany and considering vocational training, it’s helpful to know which apprenticeships offer the highest pay during training as well as the best long-term career prospects.

Israel must 'immediately' improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza, the German government's representative for human rights and humanitarian aid said Monday, ahead of a trip to Israel and the Palestinian territories.

Chancellor Merz says his migration turnaround has begun, 70th annual finger wrestling competition takes place in Bavaria, wholesale gas prices drop and more news from around Germany on Monday, September 1st.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Sunday his coalition would not increase taxes, despite a growing budget deficit and calls from his governing partner to raise levies.

From the moment that former Chancellor Angela Merkel said her three most famous words, immigration has been stuck firmly at the centre of German politics. This week we're talking about how the country, and its politics, have since shifted.

Online payment service provider PayPal said Friday it had resolved a glitch that may have blocked billions in payments in Europe this week.

A fierce debate has erupted in Germany around a neo-Nazi provocateur who was ordered to serve time in a women's prison after legally changing gender, and has now not shown up to serve the sentence.

Ten years after the peak of a massive wave of immigration to Germany, the country has been significantly altered.

A review of rent prices in Germany's capital found that almost every single lease violated rent control laws. So why is the 'rent price brake' failing, what are the potential punishments for landlords who overcharge, and what is to be done?

There’s more to September in Germany than Oktoberfest. From world-renowned festivals to inspiring art and literature, here are ten notable events to mark on your calendars this September.

From an Oktoberfest tent refusing cash payments to new data protection rules for personal devices, Spotify price increases, and the beginning of the Autumn season, here's a look at what's changing in Germany this September.

Germany reportedly lacks a record number of workers and yet many job-seekers suggest that finding work is harder than ever. The Local spoke to a professional development coach about strategies for finding and securing new opportunities.

Salaries are higher in Frankfurt while Munich has higher housing costs, according to a recent report. The Local looks at average salaries and apartment prices to get a sense of how affordable Germany’s big cities really are.

Germany has thousands of castles, countless beer festivals and quite a few cathedrals with world heritage status. We look at the destinations where tourists pack in like sardines, and suggest a few worth visiting with lighter crowds.

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The German flag's distinctive black, red and gold stripes date back to the 19th century. We look at the history around the colours, what they represent and how Germans feel about their flag.

If you're taking the German citizenship test, you'll be hit with a random selection of questions on anything from former German chancellors to returning a faulty TV. Here are some of the questions I faced - and some tips for preparing for the unexpected.