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Germany Accuses Russia of Explosive Drone Plot at Leipzig Airport
After an explosive-laden drone was found at Leipzig/Halle Airport in early August, German authorities have formally blamed Russia, escalating diplomatic tensions and prompting new security and diplomatic measures across Europe.
By Grace Whitfield
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AfD Takes Commanding Poll Lead Before Critical Sachsen-Anhalt Election
25 sources · over 17 daysExplosive Devices and Sabotage Attacks Hit German Power Grid in Brandenburg and NRW
16 sources · over 2 daysExplosion at Augsburg Main Train Station Injures Two, Disrupts Rail Services
14 sources · todayGermany's Inflation Hits 2.9% in August, Highest Since Late 2023
10 sources · over 2 daysHackers Hit Berlin Government With Ransom Demand After Major Data Theft
19 sources · over 16 daysVolkswagen Faces Massive Job Cuts and Factory Closures Amid Deepening Crisis
24 sources · over 11 daysGiannis Konstantelias Scores, Then Suffers ACL Tear in Dortmund Debut Win
8 sources · over 2 daysGermany Clinches Fourth Men's Hockey World Cup With Win Over Spain
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AfD Takes Commanding Poll Lead Before Critical Sachsen-Anhalt Election
With state elections days away, the far-right AfD party has surged to a record lead in Sachsen-Anhalt, sparking public warnings from top politicians and fears among migrants and democracy advocates.
25 sources · over 17 days
Explosive Devices and Sabotage Attacks Hit German Power Grid in Brandenburg and NRW
German authorities are investigating a series of sabotage attempts targeting power substations in Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia, raising concerns over critical infrastructure security and potential extremist or foreign involvement.
16 sources · over 2 days
Explosion at Augsburg Main Train Station Injures Two, Disrupts Rail Services
An explosion at Augsburg's central train station early Wednesday left at least two people injured, halted rail traffic, and triggered a major police response as authorities investigate the cause.
14 sources · today
Germany's Inflation Hits 2.9% in August, Highest Since Late 2023
Driven by surging energy costs linked to Middle East tensions and drought, Germany's inflation rate reached a 32-month high in August, raising expectations of further European Central Bank action.
10 sources · over 2 days
Hackers Hit Berlin Government With Ransom Demand After Major Data Theft
Berlin's administration was crippled by a ransomware attack in August 2026, with hackers demanding two million euros or 30 Bitcoin for stolen data. Officials refuse to pay, raising security and election concerns.
19 sources · over 16 days
Volkswagen Faces Massive Job Cuts and Factory Closures Amid Deepening Crisis
Volkswagen is preparing for tens of thousands of job losses and possible plant closures in Germany as it struggles with weak demand, fierce competition from China, and mounting pressure from unions and politicians.
24 sources · over 11 days
Giannis Konstantelias Scores, Then Suffers ACL Tear in Dortmund Debut Win
Borussia Dortmund's promising Greek signing Giannis Konstantelias scored in his Bundesliga debut against Hamburg but suffered a confirmed ACL tear, sidelining him for months and forcing Dortmund to seek a replacement.
8 sources · over 2 days
Germany Clinches Fourth Men's Hockey World Cup With Win Over Spain
Germany's men's hockey team has secured its fourth World Cup title by defeating Spain 1-0 in the 2026 final, equaling Pakistan's record and confirming Germany's dominance in international hockey.
8 sources · today
Bayern Munich Opens Bundesliga Season With Dominant 5-1 Win Over Stuttgart
Bayern Munich began the 2026 Bundesliga season with a commanding 5-1 victory over Stuttgart, highlighting their status as title favorites and setting the pace for rivals in Germany's top league.
16 sources · over 5 days
Two Killed in Attack at Gosen-Neu Zittau School Near Berlin
A 19-year-old man is in custody after a violent attack at a private school in Gosen-Neu Zittau, Brandenburg, left two people dead and shocked the local community, prompting an ongoing investigation.
17 sources · over 4 days
Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala Sidelined After On-Field Collapses Linked to Neurological Disorder
Jamal Musiala's recent collapses during matches have sidelined the Bayern Munich star, raising questions about athlete health and his return after a diagnosis of treatable absence seizures.
28 sources · over 13 days
Two Frankfurt Airport Workers Die After Malaria Outbreak Linked to Imported Mosquitoes
A rare malaria outbreak at Frankfurt Airport has killed two workers and infected four others, raising questions about biosecurity and prompting urgent health responses at Germany's busiest air hub.
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