Daily Briefing 24.05.2025, 16:51 (CEST)

German police chief warns of rising right-wing youth radicalisation

The head of Germany's Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), Holger Münch, has issued a warning about the increasing radicalisation of young people within right-wing extremist circles.

Study: Parents in Europe finding 'less satisfaction, more meaning'

Parents across Europe are paradoxically feeling less satisfied with their lives while also discovering more meaning, according to a new study conducted in 30 countries.

Bystanders intervened during knife attack at Hamburg Central Station

Eighteen people were injured in a knife attack at the central train station in the northern German city of Hamburg on Friday evening. The knife attack was stopped thanks to the brave intervention by two bystanders.

German police union wants AI support after Hamburg knife attack

The head of Germany's GdP police union has called for technical support using artificial intelligence (AI) for law-enforcers following Friday's knife attack that left 18 people injured at Hamburg Central Station.

Germany launches 'cultural buildings offensive' to restore landmarks

Germany's culture authorities have pledged to restore the country's worn and crumbling architectural heritage, with a slew of eminent buildings from various eras in line for renovation.

Consumer advocates: EU reform could seriously weaken passenger rights

Passengers affected by delays could have significantly fewer claims for compensation in the future, according to consumer advocates. The German Minister of Justice criticizes the change of the regulations.

Hübner confirmed as Nagelsmann's Germany assistant after June games

Hoffenheim assistant coach Benjamin Hübner has been confirmed as Julian Nagelsmann's Germany assistant coach from July.

German mobile phone users to troubleshoot last coverage dead spots

Mobile phone owners across Germany are urged in the coming days to support an initiative to locate and report the last dead spots in network reception.

Germany's Merz pushing China's Xi on support for Ukraine ceasefire

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Xi assured each other they were open to cooperating on overcoming global challenges.

German economy posts surprising 0.4% growth

Germany's sputtering economy unexpectedly saw gross domestic product (GDP) grow by 0.4% in the first quarter compared to the previous quarter, the Federal Statistical Office reported on Friday.