Germany's building permits for housing rose 15% in H1 2026, marking the strongest growth since 2016 amid housing shortages....
Germany's service sector posts first job losses since COVID-19, impacting expats and foreign workers in key industries....
A Boeing 787 at Munich Airport nearly crashed during takeoff due to a technical issue, narrowly avoiding disaster....
E-scooter accidents rise in Germany; experts urge helmet use and possible regulation changes for safer riding....
Germany’s climate policy faces criticism over social fairness as low-income households struggle with rising costs and access to subsidies....
Hamburg's Miniatur Wunderland marks 25 years as a premier German tourist attraction, drawing millions with its innovative miniature exhibits....
The Belgian Hohes Venn forest fire stabilizes near Monschau with no immediate evacuation planned, but residents remain cautious....
Ukrainian veteran Valentin Melnyk trains in Berlin as a prosthetics maker to aid war-injured compatriots returning home....
Forest fires in Germany are rising due to climate change—expats should follow local warnings and safety measures closely in 2026....
Germany's government faces pension, healthcare, and budget challenges post-summer impacting expats and social services....
