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There are times when you or a family member needs medical attention in the evening or at the weekend. How can you see a doctor in Germany without visiting the emergency room?
What to do if you need a doctor in Germany outside of opening hours
There are times when you or a family member needs medical attention in the evening or at the weekend. How can you see a doctor in Germany without visiting the emergency room?
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Seven young German men were given prison sentences for involvement in violent attacks motived by far-right ideology.
Germany jails young members of far-right 'Last Wave of Defence'
Seven young German men were given prison sentences for involvement in violent attacks motived by far-right ideology.
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With state elections on the horizon, here's a quick guide to Germany's political parties for new voters, including who they are and a glance at their stance on immigration and citizenship issues.
Election guide: 's main political parties explained
With state elections on the horizon, here's a quick guide to Germany's political parties for new voters, including who they are and a glance at their stance on immigration and citizenship issues.
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Germany’s rivers are running at exceptionally low levels, disrupting river cruises, pushing up transport costs and putting pressure on industry. Economists warn the effects could spread further if the drought continues.
How historically low water levels are affecting life in Germany
Germany’s rivers are running at exceptionally low levels, disrupting river cruises, pushing up transport costs and putting pressure on industry. Economists warn the effects could spread further if the drought continues.
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Following the outcry over politician Jens Spahn's decision to have a baby through surrogacy in the US, writer Caitlin Hardee argues that Germany missed a key moment to reckon with its own restrictive reproductive laws.
OPINION: Germany's outdated surrogacy laws are the real scandal
Following the outcry over politician Jens Spahn's decision to have a baby through surrogacy in the US, writer Caitlin Hardee argues that Germany missed a key moment to reckon with its own restrictive reproductive laws.
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Planes were diverted and departures delayed on Tuesday night after reports of a drone sighting at Germany's Leipzig/Halle airport.
Leipzig airport suspends flights after suspicious object sighting
Planes were diverted and departures delayed on Tuesday night after reports of a drone sighting at Germany's Leipzig/Halle airport.
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Questions remain following investigation on Berlin Pride attack, heat and thunderstorms continue across most of the country, Germany's largest rivers hit record low water levels and more news on Wednesday, August 5th.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Questions remain following investigation on Berlin Pride attack, heat and thunderstorms continue across most of the country, Germany's largest rivers hit record low water levels and more news on Wednesday, August 5th.
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Many students and young professionals pay up to €20,000 to migrate to Germany, only to find themselves trapped in an illegal gig economy. We spoke to a labour expert in Berlin who shared the reality check you need, before you book a flight.
Three hard truths for Indians thinking about moving to Germany
Many students and young professionals pay up to €20,000 to migrate to Germany, only to find themselves trapped in an illegal gig economy. We spoke to a labour expert in Berlin who shared the reality check you need, before you book a flight.
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German aviation group Lufthansa said Tuesday that volatile jet fuel costs thanks to the Mideast war could mean that it makes less this year than last, sending its shares down sharply.
Lufthansa shares nosedive as Germany's biggest airline cuts outlook on Mideast war
German aviation group Lufthansa said Tuesday that volatile jet fuel costs thanks to the Mideast war could mean that it makes less this year than last, sending its shares down sharply.
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Tropical nights are becoming more common across Germany as the climate warms. A few surprisingly effective tricks, from mastering 'QuerlĂĽften' to sleeping under an empty duvet cover, can help you stay cool and get some rest.
Seven tips for better sleep during a heatwave in Germany
Tropical nights are becoming more common across Germany as the climate warms. A few surprisingly effective tricks, from mastering 'QuerlĂĽften' to sleeping under an empty duvet cover, can help you stay cool and get some rest.
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If you're not a fan of hot and humid days in Germany, here are a few places you can go to cool down - and discover more of the country.
Eight of the coolest places in Germany to visit on hot summer days
If you're not a fan of hot and humid days in Germany, here are a few places you can go to cool down - and discover more of the country.
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The German government has confirmed that it is laying the groundwork for a new form civilian service, raising fresh questions about the return of compulsory military service.
Germany prepares civilian service model foreshadowing return of conscription
The German government has confirmed that it is laying the groundwork for a new form civilian service, raising fresh questions about the return of compulsory military service.
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Large parts of Germany were still in the grips of a heatwave on Tuesday, with high temperatures of up to 38C as well as severe storms scattered in the northeast and later in the southwest.
Where extreme weather is expected in Germany this week
Large parts of Germany were still in the grips of a heatwave on Tuesday, with high temperatures of up to 38C as well as severe storms scattered in the northeast and later in the southwest.
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Germany braces for more heat and thunderstorms, legal professionals renew calls for AfD ban proceedings, hedgehog mistaken for burglar triggers supermarket alarm and more news on Tuesday, August 4th.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Germany braces for more heat and thunderstorms, legal professionals renew calls for AfD ban proceedings, hedgehog mistaken for burglar triggers supermarket alarm and more news on Tuesday, August 4th.
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More than 100 pairs of slippers have mysteriously vanished from a public swimming pool in Hesse. Thanks to this strange case, a handy German word is suddenly making headlines.
German word of the day: Schlappen
More than 100 pairs of slippers have mysteriously vanished from a public swimming pool in Hesse. Thanks to this strange case, a handy German word is suddenly making headlines.
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If you create AI content in Germany, a new law means you need to label it — or risk fines. Here's what you need to know.
What content creators need to know about Germany's new AI rules
If you create AI content in Germany, a new law means you need to label it — or risk fines. Here's what you need to know.
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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called Monday for "united action" on border security after a migrant rush on Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta triggered a public spat between Madrid and several European partners.
EU chief urges 'united action' on borders after Spain's Ceuta migrant rush
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called Monday for "united action" on border security after a migrant rush on Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta triggered a public spat between Madrid and several European partners.
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For any young people looking for a route into life in Germany, the 'FSJ' program is an often overlooked opportunity. Here's how it works and who can apply.
How a 'voluntary social year' in Germany can open doors and pay the bills
For any young people looking for a route into life in Germany, the 'FSJ' program is an often overlooked opportunity. Here's how it works and who can apply.
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For schools navigating post-Brexit travel rules, a new Germany-UK agreement promises fewer visa hurdles and less paperwork.
Germany and the UK launch simplified travel rules for school groups
For schools navigating post-Brexit travel rules, a new Germany-UK agreement promises fewer visa hurdles and less paperwork.
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People were blocked from entering a shopping mall with rainbow flags during Hamburg's CSD celebration. Other similar incidents suggest that 'Pride' symbols are increasingly met with hostility in Germany.
Why are rainbow Pride flags being banned in Germany?
People were blocked from entering a shopping mall with rainbow flags during Hamburg's CSD celebration. Other similar incidents suggest that 'Pride' symbols are increasingly met with hostility in Germany.
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From August 3rd to 9th, police across much of Germany are carrying out a week-long speed enforcement campaign. Drivers can expect significantly more speed controls – but not every state is taking part.
What drivers in Germany should know about the 'speed camera marathon'
From August 3rd to 9th, police across much of Germany are carrying out a week-long speed enforcement campaign. Drivers can expect significantly more speed controls – but not every state is taking part.
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Police begin a speed check marathon on German roads, industry in alarm over very low water-levels, Hamburg celebrates Pride and more news from around Germany on Monday, August 3rd.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Police begin a speed check marathon on German roads, industry in alarm over very low water-levels, Hamburg celebrates Pride and more news from around Germany on Monday, August 3rd.
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Ever wondered what it’s like to wake up behind the thick stone walls where royalty and aristocrats once rested their heads? A surprising number of Germany’s castles now welcome overnight guests – and not all of them charge a king’s ransom.
Eight German castles where you can spend the night
Ever wondered what it’s like to wake up behind the thick stone walls where royalty and aristocrats once rested their heads? A surprising number of Germany’s castles now welcome overnight guests – and not all of them charge a king’s ransom.
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Some 300,000 people took part in a Pride march in Germany's northern city of Hamburg on Saturday, a week after a jihadist attack on a similar march in Berlin left one dead and several dozen injured.
Pride march draws hundreds of thousands in Germany week after attack
Some 300,000 people took part in a Pride march in Germany's northern city of Hamburg on Saturday, a week after a jihadist attack on a similar march in Berlin left one dead and several dozen injured.
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The European Union will from Sunday have the power to enforce landmark artificial intelligence rules and hit any companies breaking the law with fines.
EU gets new powers over powerful AI from Sunday
The European Union will from Sunday have the power to enforce landmark artificial intelligence rules and hit any companies breaking the law with fines.
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Three wildfires that broke out within days of each other in Spain and France this month are among the 15 largest recorded in the European Union since 2016.
Three of EU's 15 largest wildfires since 2016 occurred in July
Three wildfires that broke out within days of each other in Spain and France this month are among the 15 largest recorded in the European Union since 2016.
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A majority of EU countries called on Saturday for emergency talks on the sudden inflow of tens of thousands of migrants into Spain's enclave of Ceuta in North Africa.
EU countries call for talks over migrant influx into Spanish enclave
A majority of EU countries called on Saturday for emergency talks on the sudden inflow of tens of thousands of migrants into Spain's enclave of Ceuta in North Africa.
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From traffic and travel disruptions as the last German states let schools out for summer break to the boom in air conditioner sales, Inside Germany is our weekly look at some of the recent news and talking points that you may have missed.
Inside Germany: Summer vacation season kicks off as air conditioners sell out
From traffic and travel disruptions as the last German states let schools out for summer break to the boom in air conditioner sales, Inside Germany is our weekly look at some of the recent news and talking points that you may have missed.
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People with German ancestry may qualify to reclaim their citizenship rights in certain cases. But like the process for naturalising via residency, first they have to submit a comprehensive application – and then potentially wait for years.
'Difficult and opaque': Applying for German citizenship via ancestry often takes years
People with German ancestry may qualify to reclaim their citizenship rights in certain cases. But like the process for naturalising via residency, first they have to submit a comprehensive application – and then potentially wait for years.
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The EU/Schengen area's '90-day' rule is a complicated one that causes much confusion for travellers - here we answer some of the most common questions from readers of The Local.
Your key questions answered about the Schengen area's 90-day rule
The EU/Schengen area's '90-day' rule is a complicated one that causes much confusion for travellers - here we answer some of the most common questions from readers of The Local.
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