From German Chancellor Scholz’s vote of confidence the week before Christmas to draft beer no more on the Deutsche Bahn Bordbistro and 20 years of Berghain, here’s what we’re talking about this week at The Local.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday said that well-integrated Syrian refugees are welcome to stay, as far-right and conservative politicians called for them to return to their home country after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
German authorities said Friday that unidentified drones had been spotted flying over sensitive military and industrial sites including the US Ramstein airbase.
After spending more than a decade in a German prison on false murder charges, the recently released prisoner has been asked to pay a six-figure sum for “bed and board” during his time in custody.
For several years, Germany has been talking about simplifying the lengthy process of getting foreign qualifications recognised. Now, a new state resolution sets out plans to do just that. Here’s how.
German hospitals and other employers fear worker shortages if many Syrian refugees return home after the fall of president Bashar al-Assad, a concern backed by a study released Friday.
The cost of airfares are rising, especially for direct flights from Germany. Here’s why prices are increasing – and how to score a cheaper ticket.
With renters struggling to find housing in German cities like Frankfurt and Wiesbaden, a new plan from the Hessian Economics Ministry aims to clamp down on unused living space.
Lots of foreign residents in Germany may be planning trips to their home countries for Christmas or the winter holidays, but what if you’re waiting on a residence permit application?
State leaders reject increase in broadcast licence fees, Deutsche Bahn plans to end draft beer in onboard bistros, economic institutes remain pessimistic on growth, and more news from around Germany on Friday.