Sunday
/ 12 Nov
A man was shot and injured in
Berlin
-Spandau.
Police reported receiving calls about gunfire in the Staaken district that evening.
The man's injuries and identity remain unclear as investigations are ongoing.
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PetraKahlfeldt
At the "
Neustart Berlin
" conference at the
EUREF Campus
in Schöneberg, innovative ideas were presented to enhance Berlin's livability, addressing challenges such as the delayed Berlin airport, complicated voter...
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DirkStettner
Dirk Stettner
,
CDU
parliamentary group leader, confirmed that only one new refugee shelter will open in Hasenheide, Berlin, with ten other planned sites suspended amid declining arrivals. The coalition of
CDU
and
SPD
...
12h
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Berlin
The planned Christmas tree for the Berlin House of Representatives was a ten-meter blue fir from Brandenburg that broke at the top during transport and setup. Workers initially reattached the broken top with a metal...
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Buschallee
An elderly woman was fatally struck by a truck at the intersection of
Buschallee
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Sulzfelder Straße
near the
Taut-Siedlung
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Tina Crafoord
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TjarkErnst
Hertha BSC
has won six of their last seven matches and achieved four consecutive clean sheets, a defensive streak not seen in a decade. Their defensive stability, enhanced by goalkeeper
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and defenders Márton...
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BerlinSBahn
Several lines of the
Berlin S-Bahn
experienced delays and service disruptions due to repair works affecting a signal near Treptower Park. The
S42 line
operates every ten minutes, the
S85 line
is canceled, and passengers...
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JanineWolter
Janine Wolter
has been nominated as the top candidate for mayor of Berlin-Neukölln by the
Neukölln SPD
after
Martin Hikel
unexpectedly withdrew from the race. Wolter, currently the district councilor for Education,...
25h
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IrisSpranger
A
BerlinTrend
survey reveals that 75% of Berlin residents support a ban on private fireworks for New Year's Eve, with the backing spanning multiple political parties including the
Greens
,
Left Party
,
SPD
, and
AfD
...
25h
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FriedrichMerz
German Federal Chancellor
Friedrich Merz
is participating in the nationwide
Federal Reading Day
by visiting the Robert-Reinick Elementary School to emphasize the importance of literacy and the government's support for...
33h
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LasseAndersson
The
Füchse Berlin
handball team has maintained an undefeated record in the
Handball Champions League
by defeating
Sporting CP
33:29 at the
Max-Schmeling-Halle
. Key contributions from players
Lasse Andersson
, Mathias...
33h
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Taliban
Germany accepted 52 more Afghan refugees arriving from Islamabad under a federal resettlement program. The program prioritizes vulnerable Afghans, including former local German employees and those persecuted by the...
40h
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EmineDemirbükenWegner
Emine Demirbüken-Wegner
, district mayor of Reinickendorf, launched Berlin's first document dispensing box at the
Eichborndamm
citizen's office. The box allows residents to pick up and return identity cards and passports...
41h
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LeoYannickWild
Leo Yannick Wild
from TIN Anti-Violence Counseling in Berlin emphasizes the critical need for community visibility and solidarity on Transgender Day of Remembrance. Advocates report that at least 27 trans and nonbinary...
46h
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JoelBanks
The record champions
BR Volleys
secured a decisive 3-0 victory against their city rivals
VC Olympia Berlin
, marking their second consecutive win under head coach
Joel Banks
. This clear win was critical, as VC Olympia...
Wed
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BerlinChamberOfCrafts
The
Berlin Chamber of Crafts
has withdrawn from the Berlin Coalition for Training to protest against the apprenticeship levy proposed by the
Berlin Senate
. The coalition aims to secure 2,000 additional apprenticeship...
Wed
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UlfKristersson
Swedish Prime Minister
Ulf Kristersson
and German Chancellor
Friedrich Merz
announced a deepened strategic partnership in Berlin, expanding cooperation to include foreign and security policy, aid, and migration. They...
Wed
/44h
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FriedrichMerz
Germany is revising its military service policies to require all 18-year-old men to register starting in 2026, with full conscription beginning in 2027 for those born in 2008. Chancellor
Friedrich Merz
supports the plan...
Wed
/12h
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BerlinCentralStation
A Berlin police officer admitted to using excessive force against a homeless man who was already handcuffed during an incident at
Berlin Central Station
. The
Tiergarten District Court
dismissed the case after the...
Wed
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BerlinerVerkehrsbetriebe
The
Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe
(
BVG
) has reported a reliability rate of 97.6% for Berlin's subway system last week, the highest rate this year. The company plans to improve its long-term target to 99% and will receive...
Wed
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UlrikeKostka
Ulrike Kostka
, director of the
Caritas Association
for the Archdiocese of Berlin, highlighted the severe risks cold weather poses to the city’s homeless population. The
Berlin City Mission
operates cold buses staffed by...
Wed
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StefanEvers
The Berlin Federal Constitutional Court declared that Berlin's civil servant salaries were unconstitutional from 2008 to 2020, with about 95% of salary groups below the constitutional mandate to be 15% above the welfare...
Wed
/19h
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KaiWegner
The Berlin Senate has approved an investment of approximately €13.8 billion in climate protection initiatives through state-owned companies by 2030 as part of the
Climate Pact 2025-2030
, announced by Governing Mayor Kai...
Tue
/17h
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BorisPistorius
Leftist protesters targeted a military and security conference featuring Defense Minister
Boris Pistorius
by pouring red paint on the hotel sidewalk and distributing flyers. They claimed responsibility on
Indymedia
,...
Tue
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EllenKessler
Twins Alice and
Ellen Kessler
voluntarily opted for assisted suicide together in Germany, reigniting debates on this practice across Europe.
Karl Lauterbach
supported legal regulations on euthanasia, emphasizing the...
Tue
/Wed
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RenéWilke
René Wilke
has officially joined the
SPD
, as confirmed by
Björn Lüttmann
during a parliamentary group meeting. Wilke served 24 years with
The Left
before switching parties and currently faces speculation as a potential...
Tue
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WassimAlM
The trial began for
Wassim Al M.
, a 19-year-old Syrian refugee accused of a near-fatal knife attack at the
Holocaust Memorial
. The attack targeted
Iker M.
, a Spanish tourist and nutrition scientist, who survived but...
Tue
/39h
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RobertCrumbach
Significant political tensions are unfolding in the German state of Brandenburg and neighboring Thuringia, centered on coalition governance and budget approvals. Finance Minister
Robert Crumbach
faces internal conflict...
Tue
/35h
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TreptowKöpenick
Residents in
Treptow-Köpenick
suffer from increasing noise caused by party boats and rafts on the
Spree River
during summer. The district received 37 complaints between 2024 and 2025, resulting in 28 fines, while other...
Tue
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TychoBrahe
The
Abrafaxe
characters celebrate their 50th birthday and the 600th edition of the comic magazine
Mosaik
, which is the oldest continuously publishing German comic. The upcoming issue features a longer
Abrafaxe
adventure...
Tue
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EmineDemirbükenWegner
Berlin is experiencing a significant rise in gun violence and organized crime, prompting intensified police actions. The police formed a special task force named "
Ferrum
" to target organized crime and gang-related...
Tue
/25h
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BerlinBotanicalGarden
Berlin's Botanical Garden will celebrate the festive season with its "
Christmas Garden
" starting November 19. This year's event features over 30 unique light installations and special offerings for children, and runs...
Tue
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GermanWeatherService
The
German Weather Service
(
DWD
) has forecasted colder weather, including frosty nights and icy conditions, for Berlin and Brandenburg in the coming days. Winds will increase, and rain or sleet is likely overnight into...
Tue
/36h
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JoakimBohman
McDonald’s
is significantly expanding its presence in Europe, reopening a modern restaurant in Berlin’s Schloßstraße after a year-long closure and launching a new site at
Titania Palace
with 195 indoor seats and 25...
Mon
/44h
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RobinWood
Four left-wing activists from the group
Robin Wood
climbed onto the roof of the
Olympiastadion
to protest the re-establishment of a youth organization by the
AfD
party. After descending with climbing gear, they...
Mon
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MesseSüdSBahn
A 37-year-old man allegedly kicked a 75-year-old woman without provocation at the
Messe-Süd S-Bahn
station in Berlin. Authorities arrested the suspect after identifying him through video footage and initiated...
Mon
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MehmedKönig
Mehmed König
announced his departure from the
SPD
, citing dissatisfaction with the party's handling of pro-Palestinian voices and migration policy. König expressed that he is considering joining the
Left Party
,...
Mon
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MartinaMaxiSchmidt
Several factions in the Brandenburg state parliament, including the
SPD
,
BSW
,
CDU
, and
AfD
, support proposals to ease the registration of reimported
Simson
mopeds.
SPD
representative
Martina Maxi Schmidt
emphasized the...
Mon
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MarcoLangner
Marco Langner
announced plans for stricter controls over side jobs of police protection officers in response to allegations of their private work for rapper
Bushido
.
Alexander Karius
stated that all employment...
Mon
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Voize
Voize
raised €50 million in Series A funding led by
Balderton Capital
to alleviate the nursing shortage exacerbated by administrative burdens. The company's
AI
technology assists nurses in documentation and scheduling,...
Mon
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ChristianHochgrebe
Authorities confirmed that the explosion in Neukölln and the fire at Charité hospital in Berlin are not connected.
Christian Hochgrebe
stated there are no indications of politically motivated actions, as investigations...
Mon
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GideonSaar
The German government announced it will lift its military equipment export restrictions to Israel. This decision follows a stable ceasefire between Israel and
Hamas
established on October 10. Israeli Foreign Minister...
Mon
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AndreasKraus
A 220-kilogram turnstile stolen from
Görlitzer Park
in Berlin-Kreuzberg was recovered from the
Landwehr Canal
.
Andreas Kraus
from the Senate Department for Environment announced discussions on enhanced security measures...
Mon
/Wed
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AndrejHolm
A study commissioned by Deutsche Wohnen & Co. enteignen reveals compensation for large Berlin property companies could range from €12 billion to €17 billion after socialization.
Andrej Holm
authored the report arguing...
Mon
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SBahn
Berlin is experiencing ongoing disruptions in public transport and traffic due to construction and repairs. The
S-Bahn
lines
S41
and
S42
have resumed limited service while other lines like
S85
and
S47
face delays and...
Mon
/Tue
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LeonhardPföderl
Eisbären Berlin
secured a 4-2 win over
Löwen Frankfurt
in the
Deutsche Eishockey Liga
after the
Deutschland-Cup
break.
Leonhard Pföderl
scored twice, while
Ty Ronning
and
Yannick Veilleux
added one goal each to seal the...
Sun
/Mon
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MartinHalweg
Berlin police confirmed that threats against about 22 schools circulating over
Facebook
and
Telegram
are not credible. Police and authorities are investigating these false terror warnings that referenced a "warrior of...
Sun
/Tue
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A10Highway
Multiple serious traffic accidents occurred in Germany, including a van overturning on the
A10 highway
that injured eleven people. A collision between two cars critically injured one driver and caused the
A10 highway
to...
Sun
/Wed
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17YearOldGirl
Incidents in Berlin raise serious concerns among local communities. A group sexual assault case involving a
17-year-old girl
and an illegal entry into the suspect's apartment has emerged. Authorities investigate...
Sun
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AI
A police chase in Berlin involved a grey VW SUV with Bavarian license plates PAR, used in Parsberg and nearby towns, and began when officers spotted the driver behaving suspiciously on Tempelhofer Großbeerenstraße. The...
Sun
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MaikTeichgräber
The
Bundeswehr
is conducting a military training exercise called "Bollwerk Bärlin III" focusing on urban combat and critical infrastructure protection. Lieutenant Colonel
Maik Teichgräber
highlighted the importance of...
Sun
/Wed
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BerlinSenate
Berlin has intensified efforts to combat illegal waste disposal with new regulations aimed at enhancing environmental responsibility. The
Berlin Senate
approved measures that significantly increase fines for waste...
16 Nov
/Sun
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BRVolleys
BR Volleys
achieved a decisive 3-0 away victory against
FT 1844 Freiburg
in the
Volleyball Bundesliga
, bouncing back after a home defeat to
Lüneburg
. The
Netzhoppers
also demonstrated improvement by winning 3-0 in...
15 Nov
/Sun
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KaiWegner
Kai Wegner
has been nominated as the
CDU
candidate for the 2026 Berlin state election with overwhelming support in Spandau. He invited stakeholders to discuss improvements for Friedrichstraße, which faces challenges...
15 Nov
/Mon
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FelorBadenberg
The Berlin
CDU
has approved a ten-point plan to combat organized crime, led by
Felor Badenberg
. The initiative aims to undermine criminal networks through financial investigations and increased police action, according...
15 Nov
/Tue
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MärkischOderland
A severe outbreak of avian influenza has significantly impacted poultry farming in Brandenburg, Germany, with over 170,200 farm animals including ducks, geese, turkeys, and broiler chickens culled this fall as of...
15 Nov
/Sun
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TomBeck
Tom Beck
is seeking public help in recovering his stolen bicycle. He lost his distinctive neon green mountain bike, a sentimental gift from his parents, and has urged residents to watch for any sightings.
15 Nov
/Sun
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HudhaifaAlMashhadani
Berlin police are investigating an attack on
Hudhaifa Al-Mashhadani
, head of the
German-Arab School
in Berlin-Neukölln and Secretary General of the
German-Arab Council
. An unknown man violently pushed Al-Mashhadani from...
15 Nov
/Sun
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DrDirkLentfer
Hertha BSC
held a members' meeting focusing on critical elections and proposed amendments for hybrid meetings.
Dr. Dirk Lentfer
announced his resignation after nearly 20 years, with
Dr. Roland Kühne
taking over...
15 Nov
/Mon
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Germany
Germany
's Christmas markets have opened with heightened security and rising prices, reflecting concerns over safety. In Berlin, the
Potsdamer Platz
market sells
Glühwein
at €5 per cup, while average prices across...
15 Nov
/Mon
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HeinerKoch
The
Archdiocese of Berlin
has enforced new rules requiring candidates for parish and community councils to sign declarations rejecting racism, antisemitism, nationalistic nationalism, and anti-democratic sentiments....
15 Nov
/Sun
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DWD
Germany faces a significant shift to winter conditions with cold polar air moving across the region. The German Weather Service reported persistent gray skies, rain, and localized sleet in Berlin and Brandenburg, with...
15 Nov
/Tue
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Columbiadamm
Recent incidents in Berlin highlight ongoing concerns about urban safety, with multiple violent and traffic-related events occurring over a short span. A pedestrian was hit by a car on
Columbiadamm
at
Friesenstraße
,...
14 Nov
/Sun
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Bürgeramt
Residents of Berlin can access various administrative services at the
Bürgeramt
without prior appointments. The
Senate Chancellery
announced that individuals can now obtain registration and police clearance...
14 Nov
/Sun
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SBahn
This weekend, major disruptions are impacting Berlin's
S-Bahn
network due to ongoing construction and maintenance work. Service between Pankow and Karow will be suspended from Friday night until Monday early morning,...
14 Nov
/Sun
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CarelMohn
Fridays for Future
is organizing a global climate strike under the slogan "Our future is non-negotiable - Climate justice now!" Demonstrations are scheduled to begin at Pariser Platz in Berlin while a national strike is...
14 Nov
/Sun
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MathiasGidsel
Füchse Berlin
continues their impressive handball season with a remarkable series of victories. Recently, they secured their seventh consecutive win in the
Champions League
, defeating
Sporting CP
38:37 in Lisbon. The...
13 Nov
/Sun
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FooFighters
Ticket sales for the
Foo Fighters
' concerts in Germany have begun, generating massive demand among fans. The band confirmed the sold-out presale for their shows on November 13, which includes performances on June 17 and...
13 Nov
/Sun
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Alexa
A 26-year-old man exhibiting erratic behavior with a folding knife was subdued by passengers on a regional train to Berlin. In a separate incident, a teenager was stabbed multiple times at the
Alexa
shopping center in...
13 Nov
/Sun
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BrandenburgGate
Several pro-Palestinian activists climbed the
Brandenburg Gate
in Berlin-Mitte using an illegally positioned mobile elevating work platform. They displayed a banner reading "Never again genocide" and ignited smoke...
13 Nov
/Sun
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Alphabet
The European Commission is investigating
Alphabet
for potential violations of the
Digital Markets Act
. The inquiry focuses on
Google
's alleged downgrading of media publishers' content in search results and concerns...
13 Nov
/Sun
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BKA
A series of police operations targeting Islamist propaganda distribution, human smugglers, and tax evaders were conducted across Germany. The Federal Criminal Police Office (
BKA
) coordinated the first operation,...
13 Nov
/Sun
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Gesobau
Recent developments across Berlin highlight ongoing urban and social challenges and initiatives. Progress has resumed on a construction project in Berlin-Hellersdorf, where 150 housing units, stalled since 2021, are now...
13 Nov
/Sun
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StromnetzGmbH
Repairs to the power grid in southeastern Berlin following an arson attack on September 9 are expected to last until early 2026. The attack, attributed to left-wing extremists, resulted in the longest power outage in...
13 Nov
/Sun
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Vista
Crack consumption has surged dramatically in Berlin, with statistics revealing that it accounted for 30% of all drug consumption events in facilities operated by
Vista
, an increase from just 3.5% in 2022. Over 23,000...
13 Nov
/Sun
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AlexanderDobrindt
The
Federal Police
intensified controls at Berlin train stations, focusing on over 40 locations nationwide. Interior Minister
Alexander Dobrindt
acknowledged a rise in violent crime throughout Germany, emphasizing the...
13 Nov
/Sun
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ElisabettaRagno
Elisabetta Ragno
recalls the traumatic Islamist attack at the Berlin Christmas market, which resulted in the deaths of 13 people in 2016. She is featured in the documentary series "Der Anschlag," which explores the...
13 Nov
/Sun
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Siemenswerderweg
A severe fire broke out at a restaurant on
Siemenswerderweg
in
Berlin-Spandau
, leading to a significant response from emergency services. Approximately 50 firefighters battled the flames while a fireboat sourced water...
13 Nov
/Sun
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PedroCalles
Alba Berlin
secured a crucial away victory against
ERA Nymburk
in Prague, winning 88-75 in the Basketball Champions League. The team, coached by
Pedro Calles
, improved to second place in their group with three wins out...
12 Nov
/Sun
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MatthewKnigge
The Berlin
BR Volleys
lost to
SVG Lüneburg
0:3 in a Bundesliga match at Max-Schmeling-Halle. This defeat was their third in the last five games, causing a gap behind the unbeaten Lüneburg, who celebrated their first...
12 Nov
/Sun
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Berlin
A man was shot and injured in Berlin-Spandau. Police reported receiving calls about gunfire in the Staaken district that evening. The man's injuries and identity remain unclear as investigations are ongoing.
12 Nov
/Sun
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KidaKhodrRamadan
Kida Khodr Ramadan
shared an update on
Instagram
months after his release from prison, posting a picture of his new driver's license. He remarked that the license is more important to him than a German passport and...
12 Nov
/Sun
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QassemM
The Berlin Administrative Court dismissed lawsuits from several Palestinians, including Qassem M. and
Saber A.
, against the German government over arms exports to Israel. The court ruled the lawsuits inadmissible,...
12 Nov
/Sun
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MartinHikel
Martin Hikel
, Berlin's
SPD
Chairman and Neukölln district mayor, announced he will not seek re-election as District Mayor after securing only 68.5% of the votes in his recent candidacy. His decision at a party electoral...
12 Nov
/Sun
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FriedrichMerz
Gasag
announced it will reduce gas and electricity prices starting January 1, 2026, due to the elimination of the gas storage levy. This reduction includes a variable gas price decrease of 0.34 cents per kWh, resulting...
12 Nov
/Sun
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BerlinStateCriminalPolice
The
Berlin State Criminal Police
, in collaboration with
Europol
, conducted a significant operation resulting in the arrest of 16 individuals across six European countries in connection with "grandchild tricks" and...
12 Nov
/Sun
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AlexanderDobrindt
A young Somali girl has successfully challenged her rejection at the German border and intends to continue her legal proceedings, as confirmed by the Berlin Administrative Court. Federal Minister of the Interior...
12 Nov
/Sun
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GörlitzerPark
A stolen turnstile intended for
Görlitzer Park
in Berlin-Kreuzberg has been recovered from the
Landwehr Canal
after being taken by unknown individuals last week. The turnstile was discovered by workers from the Senate...
12 Nov
/Sun
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TimurHusein
Timur Husein
, a
CDU
politician in Berlin, faces accusations of racism and anti-Romani sentiment after a controversial post on
X
. He criticized the Left Party's mayoral candidate,
Elif Eralp
, for her position on illegal...
12 Nov
/Sun
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BorisPistorius
Germany is reforming its military service in conjunction with the 70th anniversary of the
Bundeswehr
. A new law, advocated by Defence Minister
Boris Pistorius
, is set to take effect in January 2026 and aims to enhance...
12 Nov
/Sun
#
UweTimm
Berlin's Christmas markets prepare to open on November 24, coinciding with the illumination of lights along Kurfürstendamm and Tauentzienstraße, totaling about four-and-a-half kilometers.
Uwe Timm
, CEO of
AG City
,...
12 Nov
/Sun
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WinterWorld
A cup of mulled wine at winter and Christmas markets in Berlin and Brandenburg costs between €3 and €6 this year. Some places, like the
Winter World
at
Potsdamer Platz
, charge €5 per cup, which remains unchanged from...
12 Nov
/Sun
#
GlennClose
Glenn Close
is in Berlin working on the new "
Hunger Games
" prequel titled "
Sunrise on the Reaping
." Filming has included tricky shots needing coordination of two helicopters, a drone, and three large fans. Additionally,...
12 Nov
/Sun
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GermanWeatherService
Dense fog affected visibility in eastern Brandenburg, dropping it below 150 meters, as reported by the
German Weather Service
. The fog cleared by late morning, leading to sunny conditions in southern Brandenburg, where...
12 Nov
/Sun