White House 1 day ago Call with China's Xi, and Trump-Musk exchange fueled barbs during 20th week in office President Donald Trump and SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk's feud boiled over this week at the White House.
Donald Trump 3 days ago Merz says US in 'strong position' to stop Putin, Trump says 'let them fight for a little while' Trump compared war in Ukraine to children fighting in a park during a meeting with German Chancellor Merz, who emphasized that Trump is "the key person" who can pressure Russia to end the conflict.
Donald Trump 3 days ago Germany's Merz to 'adapt' to Trump during high-stakes meeting on tariffs, defense German Chancellor Merz's meeting with President Trump is expected to cover trade disputes and defense concerns, with Merz backing Trump's call to increase NATO's military spending.
World 3 days ago WWII bombs found in European city force massive evacuation operation Three U.S. World War II bombs found in Cologne defused after prompting the evacuation of 20,000 residents and the closure of hospitals, businesses and transportation routes.
World 5 days ago Dutch right-wing leader Wilders' party leaves government coalition over immigration The party of populist Dutch political leader Geert Wilders abruptly left the country's governing coalition on Tuesday over a dispute about immigration, a move that brings down the government after less than a year in office.
Donald Trump 6 days ago Trump's 20th week in office to include White House meeting with European leader, expected call with Xi President Donald Trump's 20th week as commander in chief is set to include a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and a call with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Donald Trump May 29 Chicago mayor calls DOGE 'an act of war,' compares second Trump term to Third Reich Chicago Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson echoes Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker’s warning and highlights President Donald Trump’s impact on culture and federal agencies.
Europe May 27 Germany's chancellor ends weapons range limits for Ukraine despite Russian nuclear threats Germany lifts range restrictions on weapons to Ukraine, allowing attacks on Russian military positions. Chancellor Merz emphasizes Western support amid conflict.
Hawaii May 26 Scientists 'strike gold' in shocking discovery from Hawaiian volcanic rocks Researchers at Göttingen University find gold and ruthenium in Hawaiian volcanic rocks, suggesting core materials are reaching the Earth's surface.
Germany May 24 Police confirm 18 stabbed by woman at Hamburg train station in Germany, homicide squad investigating A woman allegedly stabbed 18 people at Hamburg Central Station, leaving six in life-threatening condition. The suspect was arrested, and investigations are ongoing.
Germany May 24 German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.
Airlines May 19 Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without conscious pilot, investigation reveals A Lufthansa Airbus A321 flight experienced a incident on Feb. 17, 2024, when a copilot fainted alone while the captain was on a restroom break.
Germany May 13 Self-proclaimed 'king of Germany' arrested in plot to overthrow government The self-styled "king of Germany," Peter Fitzek, was arrested after authorities banned his Reichsbürger group over alleged plans to topple the German state.
France May 10 Ukraine and its allies push for a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday European leaders from France, the UK, Germany, and Poland demand Putin accept a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting Monday. Trump supports the proposal amid threats of increased sanctions.
Antisemitism Exposed May 7 Antisemitism spiking around the world, ADL task force finds in its 1st-ever global report The J7 Task Force's first-ever annual report on antisemitism reveals rising numbers of incidents in the seven countries with the largest Jewish populations outside Israel.
White House May 7 Vance says Russia's demands are too high, but there's still a path to 'durable peace' with Ukraine Vice President JD Vance said he believed that "durable peace" could happen if Russia and Ukraine agree to terms to end conflict.
World May 6 German conservative leader elected chancellor after historic first-round loss A coalition deal secured Friedrich Merz's victory as Germany's chancellor after a first-ever loss in the first round.
World May 2 Intelligence agency classifies country's popular Alternative for Germany party as 'extremist' Germany's domestic intelligence service has classified the popular Alternative for Germany party as "extremist," allowing for close surveillance of the group.
World April 30 Germany poised to get new conservative chancellor Friedrich Merz Germany's next chancellor is set to be conservative leader Friedrich Merz after his party, thee Christian Democratic Union, reached a coalition deal with outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party, the Social Democrats.
Travel April 29 Archaeologists uncover massive number of horse skeletons at 'important' Roman military site Archaeologists in Stuttgart, Germany, uncovered over 100 horse skeletons believed to have been part of a Roman cavalry unit. These remains are dated to the second century A.D.
Homicide April 28 Best-selling German author and mom of 3 found murdered on her houseboat Police in Hamburg said relatives found the lifeless body of German best-selling author 58-year-old Alexandra Frölich, who they say was murdered on her houseboat.
Opinion April 27 Ike, my great-grandfather, documented Nazi death camps so world would never forget. I’m continuing his mission Eighty years ago, in the final days of World War II, my great-grandfather, Gen. Dwight Eisenhower, walked into a place that changed him forever: the Nazi concentration camp at Ohrdruf.
Germany April 16 A Berlin doctor has been charged with the killings of 15 patients under palliative care A German doctor has been charged with murdering over 15 people under palliative care; he has also been accused of attempting to cover up the crimes by starting fires in their homes.
Germany April 9 Conservative leader Friedrich Merz secures German government coalition after months of political drift German's center-right Christian Democratic Union and center-left Social Democrats have reached a deal to form a new German government under Friedrich Merz.
Europe April 6 JD Vance's warning on Europe's future shines spotlight on continent's growing list of problems Many countries in Europe are struggling to come to terms with mass migration, rising crime and weak economies. But some nations have taken action and are seeing hopeful results.
Antisemitism Exposed April 5 UN official reappointed despite accusations of antisemitism Allegations of antisemitism and the condemnation of several nations did not stop Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese from securing another three-year term in her position.
Spaceflight April 4 First private SpaceX polar mission splashes down near California The first human SpaceX flight to orbit over Earth's north and south poles splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Southern California on Friday.
Sports April 3 Bodybuilder who starred in Netflix show dead at 44 after having heart attack on treadmill: report Vittorio “Vito" Pirbazari, a 44-year-old bodybuilder from Germany who appeared on the Netflix show "Dogs of Berlin," died after training on a treadmill.
Media April 3 Jon Stewart called out after suggesting Germany may revert to Nazism without US military influence "The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart was called out by Oren Cass on Monday for suggesting that Germany my revert to Nazism without U.S. military influence.
Germany March 29 Trump effect forces Germany to reprioritize defense as nation plays catch-up in military spending In his second term as president, Donald Trump is pushing American allies, including Germany, to do more to fund their militaries and pay their fair share to fund defense.
