Polish President Karol Nawrocki  has criticized European Union policies, describing the 27-member bloc as a “fading star.” Nawrocki said he opposes the EU’s Green Deal , the Mercosur trade agreement , growing centralization tendencies , and the Union’s migration policy . “I believe Poland should be at the forefront of a camp advocating for EU reform—open to all countries that do not support the continuation of current policies, yet do not wish to be counted among the opponent

Around 250,000 Indian IT specialists, engineers, and healthcare professionals  are currently attending German language courses in India in order to be able to work in Germany. Visiting Bangalore , a мегacity strongly supporting Indian migration to Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz  highlighted the city’s strategic importance not only in information technology but also in the aviation and aerospace industries . Emphasizing that the highest number of German visas issued worldw

Meta Platforms is preparing for a restructuring within Reality Labs , the division responsible for its virtual reality and metaverse initiatives. As part of this move, the company is reportedly planning to part ways with around 10% of the unit’s employees . The decision is said to be aimed at reducing resources allocated to certain virtual reality projects  while shifting greater investment toward AI-powered wearable technologies . Source: Dünya Gazetesi

Elon Musk is once again at the center of the global agenda with his vision for artificial intelligence and robotics. His latest remarks about Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus  have sparked widespread discussion across both the technology sector and the healthcare ecosystem. Speaking on a podcast, Musk stated that the day when Optimus will perform better than the world’s top surgeons  is only three years away . Source: Independent

The “5 Trends for 2026”  report published by the IBM Institute for Business Value  points to a period in which expectations of both executives and employees are shifting sharply, consumer behavior is being reshaped, and the impact of quantum technologies is beginning to cast a real shadow over the mainstream economy. The report’s projections suggest that brands capable of turning uncertainty into an advantage, managing artificial intelligence with transparency, and strengthen

Hyundai Motor Group has announced that it will begin deploying humanoid robots in its factories starting in 2028 . The South Korean automaker showcased Atlas , the humanoid robot developed by Boston Dynamics , on Monday, January 5, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES)  in Las Vegas. As part of this initiative, Hyundai aims to integrate the humanoid robot Atlas into its global manufacturing network , marking a significant step toward automation in industrial production.

Snowfall intensifying across Germany, along with widespread ice and freezing rain, is severely disrupting daily life nationwide. Transport disruptions have been reported in many federal states, prompting authorities to urge the public to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. The situation is described as particularly critical in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate . On the A3 motorway  in the Westerwald region, traffic stretched for kilometers, with drivers reportedly able

A study conducted by the German Center for Integration and Migration Research (DeZIM) surveyed 2,933 people across five separate waves  over a one-year period between the summer of 2024 and the summer of 2025. The findings have sparked debate. According to the study, 21% of people living in Germany are considering emigrating to another country . The rate is significantly higher among people with a migrant background—who make up around 30% of Germany’s population in what is of

Across Europe, countries are tapping into remote work by offering digital nomad visas to attract international professionals. From Croatia to Spain, many nations are making it easier for non-EU citizens to obtain temporary residence permits while working remotely for foreign companies. Which digital nomad visas are available in Europe? 🔸 Croatia Visa duration:  One year, with the possibility of renewal Income requirement:  Approx. €2,500/month This program is open to non-EU/

Bulgaria, which adopted the euro in 2025 and became a full member of the Schengen Area, aims to attract remote workers worldwide with its low cost of living and newly introduced Digital Nomad Visa . Applicants seeking to benefit from Bulgaria’s new visa program must be citizens of countries outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland (such as Turkey) and must earn their income from sources outside Bulgaria. The main eligibility criteria are as follows: 🔺️ Applicants must either be r

German authorities have launched a terrorism investigation into the major power outage that struck Berlin earlier this month. On 3 January, an arson attack on high-voltage power lines—claimed by far-left extremists—cut electricity to around 45,000 households in the German capital. Officials confirmed that the incident is being investigated under charges including membership in a terrorist organization, sabotage, arson, and disruption of public services. The attack has been at

Under new European Union rules, employers will be required to disclose the salary range for a position during the recruitment process and will no longer be allowed to ask candidates about their previous earnings. In job interviews, candidates have traditionally been asked how much they earned in their previous roles, with this information often forming the basis for salary negotiations. Critics have long argued that this practice creates an imbalance of power between employer

Large parts of southwest Berlin have been plunged into darkness since Saturday following an arson attack that caused a major power outage. The far-left group Vulkangruppe  (Volcano Group) has claimed responsibility for sabotaging power cables, a claim police described as “credible.” As a result of the outage, tens of thousands of residents have been left without electricity amid harsh winter conditions. Heating systems failed in residential buildings, hospitals and schools, l

Employment prospects are shrinking sharply in Germany, particularly for young people and recent graduates. According to data from the Federal Employment Agency, the likelihood of unemployed individuals finding a new job has fallen to its lowest level in the past 25 years. Experts note that the labor market has remained largely stagnant for months, stressing that an economic recovery has yet to materialize. A growing mismatch between job seekers’ skills and available vacancies

Citizens across Germany have begun flocking to banks in panic following a major vault robbery at a Sparkasse branch in the city of Gelsenkirchen, in what is being described as one of the largest bank thefts in the country’s history. Thieves broke through the outer wall of the Sparkasse branch and emptied 3,200 safety deposit boxes. The total value of the stolen cash and valuables is estimated to have reached up to €30 million, sending shockwaves particularly through migrant c

Rolls-Royce has recorded extraordinary growth over the past two years under the leadership of its Turkish CEO, Tufan Erginbilgiç. The company’s share price surged from £1 to £12, while its market value multiplied several times over. As part of his performance-based compensation, Rolls-Royce is set to award Erginbilgiç shares worth £106 million. Nicknamed “Turbo Tufan,” Erginbilgiç is poised to receive one of the largest executive payouts in British business history. Who is Tu

Fireworks launched into the sky at midnight on New Year’s Eve have long been a deeply rooted tradition in Germany. However, the practice has come under growing criticism in recent years due to severe injuries, including amputated fingers and hands, and even fatalities. On last New Year’s Eve alone, five people lost their lives in Germany as a result of fireworks or accidental explosions, while hundreds more were injured. In the aftermath of these deaths and the incidents that

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI and creator of ChatGPT, says artificial intelligence companies may be focusing on the wrong priorities. Speaking on the Big Technology Podcast , Altman said the development he is most excited about is AI’s ability to remember “every detail of your entire life,” adding that his company is working toward reaching that capability by 2026. “Even if you had the world’s best personal assistant,” Altman said, “they still wouldn’t be able to remember every w

The legendary French actress who left an indelible mark on cinema, Brigitte Bardot, has died at the age of 91. Bardot had been receiving treatment at a hospital in the city of Toulon since November. Her death was announced with deep sorrow by the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, which bears her name. In its statement, the foundation said: “A world-famous actress and singer chose to leave behind her prestigious career and devote her life and energy to animal welfare and her foundat

Although OpenAI’s ChatGPT remains the AI model with the largest user base, Google provides its artificial intelligence with access to 3.2 times more web pages than OpenAI , 4.6 times more than Microsoft , and 4.8 times more than both Anthropic and Meta . Source: PatronlarKulisi