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Sep 23 2024POLITICS

A Narrow Escape for Germany's Scholz

Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz may have just dodged a bullet. Exit polls suggest that his Social Democratic Party (SPD) has managed to fend off the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in the Brandenburg state election. The SPD scored 31.8% of the vote, narrowly ahead of the AfD's 29.2%. This r

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Sep 22 2024POLITICS

The Rise of a Right-Wing Force in Germany

Germany is heading towards a pivotal moment in its electoral history. The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is poised to make significant gains in the upcoming state elections in Brandenburg. This development has sent shockwaves through the political establishment, with many questioning the ab

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Commerzbank's Independence Takes Center Stage

Germany's finance agency recently announced that it won't be selling any more shares in Commerzbank, at least for the time being. This decision comes as a response to UniCredit's recent move to acquire a 9% stake in the German bank. The Italian bank's chief executive has expressed interest in explor

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Sep 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Streaming Powerhouses: A New Era for German Television

The recent deal between RTL Deutschland and ZDF Studios has sent shockwaves through the global streaming market. The agreement, which includes nearly 1,000 episodes of popular German shows like Wilsberg, Der Bergdoktor, and Das Traumschiff, is a significant coup for RTL+, solidifying its position as

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Sep 16 2024BUSINESS

Goldman Sachs' Economic Outlook: A Recipe for Divided Expectations

Good morning, readers! Here's what you need to know today: Goldman Sachs believes a Kamala Harris presidency, with a Democratic-controlled House and Senate, is the best-case scenario for the economy. Nvidia stock is experiencing a turbulent week, with its founder Jensen Huang losing $10 billion du

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The Far-Right's Rise in Germany: A Wake-Up Call for the Nation

Germany's democratic fabric is under threat as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party gains momentum, particularly in the eastern state of Thuringia. The AfD's radical ideology, which preaches prejudice and hatred, has already led to a surge in hate crimes and vandalism against memorials

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