Contrary to initial expectations given the challenging economic climate, employers and the IG BCE trade union have successfully reached a collective bargaining agreement for nearly 600,000 employees in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, securing future salary increases. The agree

The global order is undergoing a profound transformation: power politics increasingly overshadows diplomatic reason, international rules, and international law appear fragile. Under US President Donald Trump, the principle of the stronger gained new prominence. Amidst these rapid changes, dipl

The doorbell at the former chancellor's residence was out of order. A handwritten note with two blue arrows instructed visitors to simultaneously press the doorbells for Gerhard Schröder's office and his apartment on the first floor. Following these instructions, the secretary opened the door.

Hidden less than half a meter beneath the surface, the ruins of Charax Spasinou pose an enormous challenge for archaeologists. "I have never experienced a place where digging is so difficult," explains Stefan Hauser, an archaeologist from the University of Konstanz. The area north of Basra in s

Following the Danish parliamentary election, one truth has become abundantly clear: the political landscape remains highly ambiguous. While Mette Frederiksen may be able to retain her position as Prime Minister, it is anticipated that this will come at a significant cost, requiring considerable

Former FDP top politician Volker Wissing (non-party affiliated) has delivered a harsh critique of his former party. "It truly pains me to see a party tear itself apart and jeopardize its future. But the reasons are quite obvious," the former FDP state leader in Mainz and ex-Federal Minister of

Dogs possess their own distinct sense of wellness and fashion. They have no need for velvet coats or leather boots; their fur and paws are perfectly sufficient. Instead of perfumed waters, they naturally prefer to roll in delightfully messy things. It is their human companions who frequently t

A vocal critic of the Iranian regime, currently living in Sweden, is gripped by profound fear for his life. Swedish authorities have issued a serious warning, indicating that individuals acting on behalf of Tehran may be actively targeting him. This report includes a direct conversation with so

Following the disappointing World Cup campaigns in Russia and Qatar, Joshua Kimmich, captain of the German national team, emphasizes the paramount importance of strong team cohesion over merely assembling the best possible squad. Alongside this aspiration, a persistent question arises regarding

Many consumers prefer to buy regional products. However, a recent study reveals that only a few truly understand where their food comes from. This is due to a lack of clear and binding regulations, leading to often misleading information about food origins.

Nach dem schmerzlichen Verlust des Oberbürgermeisteramtes und einer deutlichen Schwächung im Stadtrat, herrschten bei einem ersten internen Treffen der Münchner SPD nach der Niederlage und der Abwahl von Dieter Reiter Berichten zufolge zunächst Wut und tiefer Frust. Im weiteren Verlauf