Major statutory health insurance providers in Germany have announced increases to their additional contribution (Zusatzbeitrag) rates effective January 2026. An additional contribution is charged on top of the 14.6% general
Germany faces a new debate on taxes. Schleswig-Holstein’s Minister-President Daniel Günther wants a nationwide sugar tax. He plans to introduce it via the Bundesrat. The goal is to start in
Brussels, December 20, 2025 – European Union leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion (approximately $105 billion) interest-free loan to support its military and economic needs over the
Berlin, December 17, 2025 – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s recent statements have triggered widespread controversy. He suggested that German soldiers could potentially engage Russian forces as part of post-ceasefire security guarantees
You might overhear your German friends or colleagues buzzing about “Hadeb” on Tuesday evenings, especially during the winter months. If you’re wondering what this is. Don’t worry, it’s not a
The European Commission has approved €623 million in German state aid to bolster two key semiconductor facilities. It marks a significant step in Europe’s quest for chip independence. Announced on
In Germany, there are two very different ways people get a pension. Beamte get much higher pensions than typical workers. This has triggered a debate on whether it’s fair. How
Brussels, December 10, 2025 — EU interior ministers have agreed to grant Poland and four other member states temporary exemptions from the migrant relocation quotas set to begin in 2026,
JERUSALEM — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared that Israel’s security remains a cornerstone of German foreign policy during his first official visit to Israel on Friday, even as he acknowledged
Berlin, December 5, 2025 – Germany’s Bundestag has approved a new voluntary military service law. The new law aims at expanding the Bundeswehr’s troop numbers. The law was passed today,
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