Europe 21 hours ago European Christmas markets fortify security measures as terror threats force major operational changes European Christmas markets face rising security costs and tighter measures following recent threats, with some smaller venues considering cancellation.
Germany November 29 Antifa agitation turns violent in Germany, bolstering Trump administration's foreign terror label Violence erupted as Antifa and other protesters threw stones at police during demonstrations against the Alternative for Germany youth convention in Giessen, injuring officers.
Africa November 26 Politician named Adolf Hitler becomes focal point of local election campaign Germany's colonial legacy in Namibia creates unusual name combination, and a local politician with a dictator's name seeks another term in regional elections.
Russia November 26 Germany warns Russia could attack NATO by 2029 as intelligence threat assessments mount German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul warns that intelligence shows Russia may attack NATO by 2029, citing Moscow's military buildup and economic shift toward war.
Crime November 20 German Christmas market opens nearly one year after deadly attack Magdeburg Christmas market reopens with hope and enhanced security nearly one year after deadly car-ramming attack killed six people in Germany.
Germany November 19 Germany unveils new incentives to boost military recruitment amid growing Russia threat Germany boosts military recruitment with free driving licenses and €2,600 monthly pay amid Russia threat and Trump's defense spending pressure on Europe.
Antisemitism Exposed November 17 Auction of Holocaust-related items in Germany called off amid outcry A planned auction of Holocaust-related materials has been nixed, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski indicated on social media
Antisemitism Exposed November 9 101-year-old Kristallnacht survivor warns current era 'equivalent to 1938' on anniversary of Nazi riot A 101-year-old Holocaust survivor who lived through Kristallnacht warns that today's rising antisemitism mirrors Nazi Germany in 1938.
The European Union October 28 'Anti-Greta' activist flees Europe after Antifa death threats; Elon Musk backs her asylum claim Naomi Seibt seeks U.S. asylum alleging German intelligence surveillance and death threats from Antifa with no government protection.
Travel October 28 Biblical studies student illegally in U.S. allegedly stabs two teens with metal fork, slaps woman on flight A 28-year-old Indian national was arrested after a violent outburst on a Lufthansa plane forced an emergency landing in Boston, prosecutors say.
Crime October 28 Indian national allegedly stabbed 2 teens with fork on flight Indian national faces federal charges for allegedly stabbing teenagers with fork on Lufthansa flight, could receive 10 years in prison if convicted.
Germany October 24 German chancellor defends remarks on migrants suggesting citizens 'afraid to move around in public spaces' German Chancellor Friedrich Merz defended his remarks about migration after backlash, saying many Europeans are “afraid to move around in public spaces."
Germany October 7 Newly elected German mayor fights for life after stabbing attack German mayor-elect Iris Stalzer was hospitalized in critical condition following a stabbing attack at her home in the German town of Herdecke.
World October 1 3 alleged Hamas members accused of plotting against Jewish institutions in Germany Three alleged Hamas members were arrested in Germany on suspicion of plotting attacks on Israeli or Jewish institutions and are set to appear in court Thursday.
Germany October 1 Munich Oktoberfest fairgrounds closed after bomb threat and deadly explosion German police closed Oktoberfest Wednesday morning after receiving a bomb threat from the suspected perpetrator of a deadly Munich explosion linked to a domestic dispute.
Germany September 21 German officials condemn store owner who declared Jews banned from entry to protest Israel Amid an explosion of antisemitic violence and incidents in Germany, German officials are struggling with the rapidly unfolding spread of Jew-hatred.
Iran August 28 Russia blames Trump for Iran nuclear crisis, says E3 has turned to 'diplomacy at the barrel of the gun' Russia and China propose extending Iran nuclear deal timeline as tensions rise over Tehran's uranium enrichment violations and international sanctions.
Iran August 28 UK, France, Germany trigger UN sanctions on Iran over 'significant' nuclear program defiance European powers trigger snapback sanctions against Iran after Tehran refused nuclear demands and failed to account for 900 pounds of highly enriched uranium.
Fox News Flash August 27 American stabbed defending women on German tram criticizes immigration policies after suspect released American tourist John Rudat was stabbed in the face while protecting two women from attackers on a German tram in Dresden, sustaining wounds from a six-inch blade.
Germany August 15 German researchers discover dozens of shipwrecks including possible WWII steamer lost in air raid German researchers have found 31 shipwrecks in Lake Constance, with one nearly completely preserved cargo sailing ship with its mast and yard still in place.
Germany August 12 Trump-backed populist party tops polls for first time, following trend in other allied countries Alternative for Germany polls ahead of CDU with 26% support despite being classified as "extremist" by intelligence agency earlier this year.
Israel August 4 European leaders decry Hamas video of Israeli captives: ‘unlimited inhumanity’ French President Emmanuel Macron calls Hamas hostage videos "unlimited inhumanity" while renewing calls for Gaza ceasefire and two-state solution with a Palestine recognition.
Ukraine July 21 UK backs Trump's Putin ultimatum with urgent '50-day drive' to strengthen Ukraine's position The U.K. chaired a Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting to discuss rapid transfer of arms including Patriot missiles, as the Britain responds to President Donald Trump's 50-day ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Brazil July 19 Was Argentina-France the Best World Cup Final Ever? Ranking The 5 Best We looked back at every World Cup final in the tournament's history and picked the five greatest. Where does the 2022 thriller rank?
Germany July 15 German customs officials seize 1,500 tarantulas smuggled in international spongecake shipment An unusual smell led German customs officials to uncover approximately 1,500 tarantulas concealed in spongecake packages from Vietnam, and many of the spiders did not survive.
Archaeology July 15 Mysterious 1,600-year-old settlement emerges from soil with rare Roman military finds A recent archaeological dig in western Germany revealed a Roman-era settlement with 750 artifacts, including a unique burial with parts of a military belt dating to the 4th or 5th centuries.
Iran July 14 Iran vows retaliation if UN Security Council issues snapback sanctions on anniversary of nuclear deal Tehran issues warning against U.N. snapback sanctions amid concerns over its nuclear program, while expert warns that enforcing the U.N. mechanism could prompt Iran to exit non-proliferation treaty.
Opinion July 7 Trump cuts millions in taxpayer funding for pushing COVID ‘cover-up’ Trump administration ends $20 million contracts with Springer Nature, a German-owned publisher criticized for bias, censorship and thousands of retractions in 2024
Democrat Elections July 6 NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani's professor father claimed Hitler inspired by Abraham Lincoln Ivy League professor father of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani linked Hitler's Holocaust to Abraham Lincoln during comments at a 2022 panel discussion hosted by the Asia Society.
Archaeology July 4 Neanderthals extracted animal fat in advanced food prep 'fat factories' 125,000 years ago: report Archaeological findings reveal Neanderthals operated a 'fat factory' 125,000 years ago in what is now Germany, smashing bones to extract essential fat during seasons when carbohydrates were scarce.
