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German chancellor calls for stronger migration cooperation as Ceuta crisis intensifies

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called for closer cooperation between European countries and Morocco to address the growing migration pressure surrounding the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. His remarks come as the recent surge in irregular migration has intensified political debate across Europe over......

Germany recalls 1.78 million vehicles over technical defects

Germany recalled around 1.78 million vehicles in 2025 after authorities identified various technical defects during market inspections and safety checks, according to data from the country's Federal Motor Transport Authority. The number of vehicles affected by recall campaigns fell by approximately......

BMW plans to cut around 8,000 jobs by 2027 amid industry challenges

German automaker BMW is preparing to reduce its workforce by around 8,000 positions by the end of 2027 as part of a voluntary departure program agreed with employee representatives. The measure comes as the luxury car manufacturer faces weaker demand in key markets and growing pressure to improve efficiency. According......

Gas storage in Germany and the Netherlands falls to record lows ahead of winter

ermany and the Netherlands are facing historically low gas storage levels as Europe prepares for the upcoming winter, according to data from Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE). The decline has raised renewed concerns over the continent's energy security and its ability to maintain stable supplies during......

Mercedes-Benz improves profitability despite weaker global sales

Mercedes-Benz delivered mixed financial results in the second quarter of 2026, with stronger operating profitability offsetting a decline in revenue and weaker global vehicle sales. The German automaker benefited from solid performances in its financial services and commercial vehicle divisions, but......

Porsche plans to cut 5,000 jobs in Germany as part of restructuring strategy through 2035

German luxury sports car manufacturer Porsche is preparing to reduce its workforce by around 5,000 positions over the coming years as part of a broader restructuring plan aimed at cutting costs and improving operational efficiency. Under an agreement reached with employee representatives, the workforce......

Audi and Volkswagen push for joint restructuring amid mounting global market pressures

Audi is preparing to deepen its collaboration with parent company Volkswagen as the premium carmaker seeks to reposition its business in response to weakening demand in key international markets and growing pressure across the global automotive industry. The strategic direction was outlined by Audi......

Germany Reopens Sigmaringen Military Base to Support New Voluntary Service Model

The German armed forces are preparing to reactivate the Sigmaringen military base in southwestern Germany, transforming the facility from a long-standing refugee reception center into an active military installation to support the nation's newly expanded voluntary service model. According to reports......

US study ranks countries by levels of narcissism

large international study has challenged the long-standing assumption that the United States is the world's most narcissistic country, suggesting instead that narcissistic traits vary significantly across cultures and social groups. The research, conducted by scholars at Michigan State University,......