Hans Otto

Russian drone attacks kill two, damage buildings in Odessa, Dnipro and Konotop Russian drone attacks overnight hit Odessa, Dnipro and Konotop, killing two and wounding others while damaging homes and …

German conscription: new law forces mandatory registration and assessment for 18‑year‑old men Germany’s conscription law requires online registration and medical checks for men turning 18 in 2026; service remains voluntary …

NRW moves to ban trade in Nazi victim items as Bundesrat backs new law NRW moves to outlaw the trade in Nazi victim items after a disputed auction; the Bundesrat …

Germany’s Social Care Insurance Faces Strain as Number of Dependents Tops 6 Million New figures show 6.01 million people received social care insurance benefits in Germany in 2025, amplifying funding …

Nepotism in Arab Politics Fuels Dynastic Succession and Power Consolidation Nepotism in Arab politics is reshaping leadership exits as rulers place relatives in senior roles to preserve influence, wealth and …

Japan earthquake prompts urgent tsunami alerts and renewed megathrust concerns Japan earthquake: coastal residents were urged to evacuate as a magnitude 7.5 quake off the east coast triggered tsunami warnings …

ADHD diagnoses in care-dependent children rise as Germany’s care caseload tops six million MD report: ADHD diagnoses in care-dependent children rose to 24% in 2025, the MD reports, as Germany’s …

German government starts Uniper sale, cutting stake to 25% as energy debate intensifies German government begins Uniper sale, reducing its stake from 99.1% to 25% plus one share as Berlin …

Bundeswehr promotion freeze announced as ministry implements court ruling on merit-based advancement Bundeswehr promotion freeze: Ministry to halt select promotions from July 1 as court rulings force merit-based criteria over …