Tesla ends the era of Volkswagen Golf with its Model 3
For the first time, Tesla's Model 3 is the best-selling electric car in Europe. This is a first for two reasons. First, by contrast,...
First Self-drive Train in Germany
On Monday, Deutsche Bahn and Siemens unveiled the world's first automated, driverless train in Hamburg, billing it as more punctual and energy-efficient than traditional...
Full time vs Part-time working Hours in Germany
On average, employees in Germany have some of the shortest working hours in Europe. Yes, you are right! It seems that Germany is an...
Cologne permits broadcast of Adhan for Friday prayers
Cologne mayor Henriette Reker has announced a two-year pilot project that will allow mosques to broadcast the call to prayer (Adhan) on Friday.
https://twitter.com/HenrietteReker/status/1446750751913619460?s=20
Cologne mosques...
Rapid tests must be paid for by the patient in most cases as of...
As of this Monday, Corona rapid tests are no longer free. They will remain free for people who can't get vaccinated - and for...
Cost of living on the rise in Germany
Economics experts believe the country's ageing population and ongoing skills gap could mean that workers in Germany are in for a pay rise.
Germany’s ageing...
Public holidays in Germany across states in 2022
It's already October, We are starting our Q4 2021. Today we will try to inform you about the public holidays of the year 2022....
Good grades for money – University of Duisburg-Essen cuts off an employee.
50 euros for a better grade, 800 euros for a passed exam: An employee of the University of Duisburg-Essen must now leave the university...
Wrong parking and speeding – Federal Council decides on new fines
Wrong parking and speeding will probably become significantly more expensive this year - if the Bundesrat agrees on Friday. An overview of the planned...
At end of year – Postal charges to rise by five cents
Deutsche Post is planning a rise in the price of letters and postcards at the end of the year. Standard letters will then cost...
