Germany

State Department revokes six visas

The U.S. State Department revoked visas for six foreign nationals from Germany, Mexico, Argentina, South Africa, Brazil and Paraguay after they posted online comments about Charlie Kirk's killing.

State Department revokes six visas
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Eighteen Union MPs block pensions

Eighteen young Union MPs in the Bundestag blocked the government's pension package, warning it would saddle future generations with high costs.

Eighteen Union MPs block pensions
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Germany pushes retirees tax exemption

Germany's federal government on Wednesday advanced a law to let retirees who keep working earn up to €2,000 per month tax-free.

Germany pushes retirees tax exemption
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Frankfurt opens; AI regulation appeals

The Frankfurter Buchmesse opened in Frankfurt, showcasing the Philippines as guest of honor and hosting appeals for AI regulation, even as publishers warned of industry erosion and fewer exhibitors.

Frankfurt opens; AI regulation appeals
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Pistorius halts German conscription lottery

SPD and Defence Minister Boris Pistorius halted a planned coalition compromise to introduce a lottery for German military service, canceling a joint announcement and drawing Union criticism.

Pistorius halts German conscription lottery
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Pistorius accused; lottery plans collapse

CDU and CSU accused SPD Defense Minister Boris Pistorius of torpedoing plans for a lottery for conscription in the Bundestag, deepening a coalition crisis and canceling a planned press conference.

Pistorius accused; lottery plans collapse
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Gladbach names Schröder; coach decision

Borussia Mönchengladbach appointed Rouven Schröder as its sporting director, who left RB Salzburg to take the post and must immediately resolve the club's coach question.

Gladbach names Schröder; coach decision
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Audi removes sole female director

Audi removed Renate Vachenauer, its sole female board member, from its Ingolstadt board; her successor will take over early next year.

Audi removes sole female director
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