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

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

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

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

A New Flashpoint as Peace Talks Loom? Major General Fanil Sarvarov, Head of the Operational Training Directorate of the General Staff, was assassinated in Moscow after an explosive device planted in a vehicle detonated. It has been alleged that the attack was orchestrated by Ukrainian intelligence. Sarvarov previously took part in operations during the Ossetian–Ingush conflict in the Prigorodny District and served in Syria. A recipient of multiple state awards, Sarvarov had h

Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed allegations that Moscow is planning an attack on European countries, calling such claims “nonsense.” Speaking during a 4.5-hour televised marathon program, Putin was asked whether Russia was preparing to launch “new special military operations.” “If you treat us with respect, just as we have always tried to respect your interests, and if you respect our interests as well, then there will be no operations,” Putin said. Source: BBC New

Germany is set to reform its welfare system, replacing Bürgergeld  with Grundsicherung , with the core of the new regulation focusing on faster and stricter sanctions for those deemed unwilling to cooperate. In cases of obligation violations—such as refusing an acceptable job offer—monthly benefits may be reduced by 30 percent for three months , corresponding to a cut of approximately 150 euros per month  under current rates. Repeated violations, including missed appointments

A recent survey has revealed that Germans do not trust U.S. President Donald Trump, despite his German ancestry, and no longer view the United States as a friendly partner. According to the latest public opinion poll conducted on behalf of German public broadcaster ZDF, 84 percent of Germans do not consider the United States a reliable partner. Meanwhile, 90 percent of respondents expressed concern that the U.S. will increasingly interfere in Europe’s internal affairs in the

The countdown has begun at Berlin’s world-renowned Pergamon Museum, which was assembled piece by piece from artifacts brought from Türkiye. Construction work on the museum’s central building, home to the famous Pergamon Altar, as well as the northern wing is expected to be completed by the end of this year. The first phase of the reopening is scheduled for spring 2027. During a press tour at the construction site, officials announced that work in the Northern Wing and the Cen

Time magazine has named the architects of artificial intelligence as its “Person of the Year,” unveiling two separate covers for 2025. In announcing its choice, Time highlighted leading figures from the technology world across the dual covers.The first cover is designed as a tribute to the iconic 1932 photograph “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper.”   Featured on this cover are: Mark Zuckerberg Elon Musk Jensen Huang Sam Altman Demis Hassabis Lisa Su Dario Amodei Fei-Fei Li On the secon

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the launch of a new “Gold Card” immigrant visa, offering wealthy foreign nationals an accelerated path to U.S. residency and eventual citizenship. In a post on his social media platform, Trump said the program would provide cardholders with a “direct pathway to citizenship for all qualified and thoroughly vetted individuals.” He described the initiative as “very exciting,” adding that major American companies would finally be a

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski  has rejected giving up territory under Trump’s “Peace Plan,” citing Ukraine’s rights under both domestic and international law. This stance has stalled ongoing negotiations. Meanwhile, Russia continues drone attacks  on residential areas and energy infrastructure in an apparent effort to pressure Ukraine into compliance. Zelenski is reportedly preparing to present a revised peace plan to the White House  to avoid territorial concessions