A look at Taurus missiles, the weapon at the heart of a leaked audio and Russian-German tensions
On the day that Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was laid to rest in Moscow, Russian state media leaked an audio recording of German military officers discussing the hypothetical use of Taurus long-range missiles in Ukraine.
Germany plans to enable underground storage of carbon dioxide at offshore sites
Germany's vice chancellor says the country plans to enable underground carbon storage at offshore sites, pushing ahead with a much-discussed technology in an acknowledgement that time is running out to combat climate change.
Germany's parliament votes to liberalize rules on marijuana possession and allow 'cannabis clubs'
German lawmakers have approved a government plan to liberalize rules on cannabis, paving the way for the country to decriminalize limited amounts of marijuana and allow members of “cannabis clubs” to buy it for recreational purposes.
Coca-Cola overcomes falling demand in North America and puts up strong fourth quarter sales
Coca-Cola reported higher-than-expected revenue in the fourth quarter as growth in Mexico, Germany and other markets offset lower sales in the U.S. The Atlanta-based beverage giant said Tuesday its revenue rose 7% to $10.8 billion for the October-December period.
Sweden closes probe into explosions on Nord Stream pipelines, saying it doesn't have jurisdiction
Swedish officials say they have decided to close their investigation into the September 2022 explosions on the underwater Nord Stream gas pipelines, which were built to carry Russian natural gas to Germany, because they don’t have jurisdiction.
German lawmakers approve contested cuts to cut farmers' fuel subsidies and a revamped 2024 budget
German lawmakers have approved cuts to fuel subsidies for farmers that prompted angry protests, along with a 2024 budget the government had to revamp after a court ruling blew a hole in its financial plans.
German train drivers go on strike for 6 days, bringing railway traffic to a near-standstill - again
Germany’s train drivers have brought rail traffic to a standstill again when they began a six-day strike to push their demands in a rancorous dispute with the country’s main railway operator over working hours and pay.
Germany ready to help de-escalate tensions in disputed South China Sea, its foreign minister says
Germany’s top diplomat says China’s actions in the South China Sea violate the rights of Asian coastal states like the Philippines and threaten freedom of navigation, but adds that the territorial disputes have to be resolved peacefully because “the world doesn’t need another crisis.”.
Germany wins United Cup title after thrilling final tie against Poland
Reigning Olympic champion Alexander Zverev saved two match points in a remarkable comeback to win his singles tie in an epic three-setter and then helped clinch the United Cup final for Germany in the deciding mixed doubles match on Sunday.
Apple loses latest bid to avert patent dispute that has halted online U.S. sales of 2 watch models
Apple on Thursday stopped online sales of two popular models of its internet-connected watch in the U.S. after losing its latest attempt to untangle a patent dispute that’s blocking it from using some of the technology on the device.
Economy has lost momentum during a tough year, EU commission says and warns of risk from Mideast
The European Union’s executive commission has lowered growth its expectations for this year and next, saying the economy “has lost momentum” as inflation discourages consumers and higher interest rates deter borrowing for purchases and investment.
International Monetary Fund warns Europe against prematurely declaring victory over inflation
The International Monetary Fund says the European Central Bank and other policymakers across Europe need to keep interest rates at current elevated levels until they’re sure inflation is under control despite sluggish growth.