German lawsuit tests copyright limits for AI music training
It's more than a copyright issue: The flood of AI-generated tracks is unfair competition for the original creators, says GEMA.
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Residents cool off in public sprinklers across Cologne, Germany, as temperatures near 35C, while low Rhine water levels reflect the impact of dry summer weather.
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Report finds 2025 was deadliest year for antisemitic attacks outside Israel
Germany had the highest number of antisemitic incidents in 2025, both in absolute and relative terms, a report has found.
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German Muslims are alarmed by the Islamist terror attack in Berlin
Germany's Muslim organizations condemn the Islamist terrorist attack targeting Berlin's Pride celebrations and fear repercussions.
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Will Germany bring back mandatory military conscription next year?
A voluntary recruitment drive has only drawn 500 people so far this year, with many more eager to opt out.
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Germany: How weather extremes impact local agriculture
Heat, drought, heavy rain and late frosts are taking a toll on German farmers. They increasingly respond with adapted varieties, new crops, modern breeding techniques and modified farming methods.
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Gijzeling bezig in Duitse bank, een persoon overleden
Bij een gijzeling in een Duitse bank, die nog gaande is, is een man om het leven gekomen. De dader heeft zich met gijzelaars gebarricadeerd in het pand in Regensburg.
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Top German conservative quits after surrogacy sparks backlash within party
Jens Spahn steps down after party criticism over surrogacy, highlighting tensions in Germany's conservative coalition.
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Germany’s 5,000 heat deaths: What the numbers reveal
More than 5,100 people in Germany died from heat-related causes this year until the end of June, the Robert Koch Institute reports. But how can researchers prove that someone died because of soaring temperatures?
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Iranian newspaper threatens Chancellor Merz with 'retaliation'
A major Iranian newspaper has published a threat of "retaliation" against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Politicians have expressed concern, and the German government has issued a cautious response.
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Germany news: Merz calls for monetary policy dialogue with China
The German chancellor says the EU cannot win against a competitor that artificially manipulates its currency. Meanwhile, another US national suffering from Ebola has landed in Germany for treatment. Follow DW.
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Germany's Ruhr Valley: Cities on brink of financial collapse
With tax revenues down and social spending up, more and more cities and towns in the Ruhrgebiet are struggling to make ends meet. One city that is particularly deep in the red is Oberhausen.
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Germany: Left-wing group says it is behind railway sabotage
The "Angry Birds Commando" group said they placed incendiary devices on a railroad between the two busy cities of Cologne and Düsseldorf. The group blamed industrial technology for the destruction of the environment.
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Germany news: Third summer heat wave looms
Germany is in for another scorching week, though no records are likely to be broken this time, forecasters say. Meanwhile, a man has taken a woman hostage at a Berlin supermarket. DW has more
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Germany's richest man takes on Big Tech
Dieter Schwarz made his fortune from supermarkets, becoming Germany's wealthiest person. Now he wants to take on Google, Microsoft and Amazon and an entire region stands to benefit.
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Violence on trains in Germany is on the rise
The verdict in the trial over the killing of a train conductor highlights growing aggression toward railway employees in Germany. What is causing it — and what can be done about it?
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Germany news: Man jailed over killing of train conductor
A verdict has been delivered in a trial that drew national attention and raised concern about train staff safety. Meanwhile, VW bosses are eyeing huge restructuring, with unions vowing to fight any closures. DW has more.
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Germany: 'Shock' rise in drug deaths among under 30s
The number of drug-related deaths remains at a record high in Germany with the victims getting younger and younger. Many deaths are related to new, increasingly dangerous substances such as synthetic opioids.
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Germany news: Breweries tap thirst for alcohol-free beer
Germany is producing more non-alcoholic beer in 2025, as consumer tastes change. Meanwhile, a top court is reviewing a Bavarian law that allows police intervention before a concrete threat has emerged. DW has more.
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Germany news: Federal Cabinet approves draft 2027 budget
The budget draft provides for more borrowing than initially planned, as well as a big increase in defense spending. Meanwhile, three men are facing trial over a massive stash of illegal weapons. Follow DW for more.
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Police clash with protesters outside AfD meeting
German police scuffled with protesters as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) held its national convention
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Germany news: AfD elects leaders amid massive protests
Party delegates of the far-right AfD are meeting in Erfurt as tens of thousands of people are protesting the event. Meanwhile, Jürgen Klopp said he was "ready" to jump in as Germany's head coach. DW has more.
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Germany: Voters are skeptical of reform proposals
The German government is aiming to get the country back on track with a wide range of reforms. However, the latest Deutschlandtrend survey shows that the public remains unconvinced.
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German coalition agrees on sweeping reform package
After its first year in office, Germany's coalition government is seeking to revive a sluggish economy and push through key changes with its broad package of reforms.
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