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2026 German Luxury Car of the Year winner isn’t German – it’s THIS new Cadillac
The EV-powered Cadillac renaissance continues as the all-new VISTIQ is named the winner of the prestigious 2026 German Car of the Year (GCOTY) award in the “luxury” category, bringing GM’s halo brand one step closer to reclaiming its “Standard of...

German launch startup HyImpulse raises 45 million euros
WASHINGTON — German launch startup HyImpulse has raised 45 million euros ($53 million) as it works to avoid becoming an also-ran in the European space launch race. HyImpulse announced Oct. 16 that it secured 15 million euros in a Series A equity...

Research highlights need to tackle racism in outdoor spaces
NEW research has highlighted the urgent need to tackle racism in outdoor spaces. Spending time outdoors is a fundamental human right, yet new research from Opening Up The Outdoors (OUTO) shows that for many people of colour, racism and...

ADI calls for stronger Ghana–Germany–KfW partnership
The Alliance for Development and Industrialization (ADI) is urging the Government to deepen collaboration with the Government of Germany and the KfW Development Bank, a member of the International Development Association (IDA), to accelerate the...

Germany excels at restoring synagogues destroyed by the Nazis. But can they foster new Jewish life?
A stained glass window in the newly restored Reichenbachstrasse Synagogue in Munich, Germany. The shul is the city’s only surviving prewar synagogue. Photo by ©Thomas Dashuber/München A.J. Goldmann October 17, 2025 Sign up for Forwarding the News,...

The Dialectic: Can Germany and France Make Europe Great Again?
Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh (the Rajput) and retired CIA Officer Glenn Carle (the WASP) discuss whether Europe, led by Germany and France, can regain its former greatness. Together, they trace the continent’s rise, decline and uncertain future....

Germany news: AfD lawmaker fined over Hitler salute collage
Skip next section German brewers announce beer price hikes after years of stability 10/17/2025October 17, 2025German brewers announce beer price hikes after years of stability Beer prices in Germany are expected to rise as major brewers pass on...

From Intergeo 2025: Digital Twin Technology Preserves Alcatraz Island
A groundbreaking digital preservation project has created the most comprehensive 3D map of Alcatraz Island ever produced, combining cutting-edge drone technology, artificial intelligence, and reality capture systems to document one of America’s...

PMI Addresses Credibility Concerns On Harm Reduction Research
Philip Morris International (PMI) has said that the credibility issue on Harm Reduction research done or funded by the industry is why we must be particularly mindful to ensure that we apply the right science through robust methodologies and best...

Tresor's Dimitri Hegemann awarded Berlin Order of Merit for contributions to techno and club culture
Dimitri Hegemann, the founder of Berlin club Tresor, has been awarded the Berlin Order of Merit for his lifelong contributions to techno and club culture in the German capital. Announcing the news via Instagram, the long-running Berlin club said...

Meet the Procurement Leaders at Germany's Biggest Companies
Markus' career spans more than three decades, beginning in 1990 through an international management programme. He has held progressively senior positions across multiple continents, including operational leadership at the Egyptian plant, executive...

DLG−Agrifuture Concept Winners 2025 announced – Visionary Ideas in agricultural technology recognized
Five winners selected from a shortlist of eight candidates – Experts from DLG committees, academia, and international representatives determine the winners – Award ceremony on 12 November 2025 at Agritechnica – agritechnica.com. The DLG (German...

TenneT’s 900 MW German Offshore Grid Connection System Fully Energised
The Dutch/German transmission system operator (TSO) TenneT Germany has commenced the commissioning of the 900 MW DolWin5 offshore grid connection system. Following the completion of the installation campaign in the summer, the consortium of Aibel...

2025 Lincoln Nautilus: Redefining American Luxury with Advanced Tech and Serenity
In an era where luxury SUVs are defined by screens, sensors, and sustainability, the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus stands apart as a masterpiece of modern American craftsmanship. Once overshadowed by its German and Japanese rivals, Lincoln has reemerged...

China Surpasses US in 57 of 64 Critical Technologies, Urging Strategic Reevaluation
In the escalating rivalry between global superpowers, recent analyses indicate that China has surged ahead of the United States in a majority of critical technologies, marking a pivotal shift in innovation dominance. According to a report from the...

German education disaster: Test scores continue crashing in math, chemistry, and physics
European countries like Germany continue their education downfall, with students now performing worse and worse on key subject areas, according to a new study. Experts are pointing to a number of key factors, including mass immigration, digital...

German leader Merz accused of racism over ‘cityscape’ comment
Much of the German national media is in an uproar after Chancellor Friedrich Merz connected problems with Germany’s “cityscape” and immigration. At a press conference in Potsdam, Merz spoke about migration policy and his party’s strategy against...

Germany marks reunification, strengthens Pacific partnerships
DOCTOR Paula Vivili has been appointed Director-General of the Pacific Community. His appointment was announced in Nuku’alofa today. The decision was announced at the end of the 14th Conference of the Pacific Community. Dr Vivili will be the 23rd...

BMW iX3 impresses in long-term test with almost 62,000 miles The BMW iX3 recorded almost 62,000 miles or 100,000 kilometers without issues in the first EV long-term test by the German publication Auto Bild. Shortly after the unveiling of the successor…
The BMW iX3 has been disassembled after the long-term test and almost 62,000 miles The BMW iX3 recorded almost 62,000 miles or 100,000 kilometers without issues in the first EV long-term test by the German publication Auto Bild. Shortly after the...

Mantle Creates Skin Care Inspired by Heart Transplant Tech
PARIS — Scandinavian beauty brand Mantle has taken a cue from heart transplant technology for its new product: The Organ Essence. “Our chemist, who runs R&D in our lab, was doing research because her goddaughter — her best friend’s daughter — was...