Rising energy prices slow German economy’s rebound, Merzometer shows pre-conflict momentum Rising energy costs and geopolitical shocks have weakened the German economy. Merzometer showed growth before 28 February, yet GDP …
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Politics
Sudan conflict escalates as foreign backers fuel deadly drone strikes
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoSudan conflict deepens as foreign backers and drones entrench a bloody stalemate Sudan conflict escalates as foreign patrons and drone warfare fuel mass displacement, famine and rising civilian casualties across …
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Business
German housing permits climb 14.6% in Q1 amid Middle East conflict fears
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerBuilding permits in Germany jump 14.6% in Q1 as housing recovery faces geopolitical headwinds Germany’s building permits surged 14.6% year-on-year in the first quarter, with 63,500 approvals from January to …
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World
Sudan conflict devastates Khartoum as aid groups warn of spreading famine
by anna walterby anna walterSudan humanitarian crisis: Khartoum in ruins as famine, disease and displacement escalate Khartoum lies in ruins as the Sudan humanitarian crisis deepens: tens of thousands killed, millions displaced, and 29 …
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German coalition announces levies to stabilise statutory health insurance amid Iran conflict
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany energy relief measures reshaped as coalition adds health levies and delays transport reforms Germany’s energy relief measures are now being reallocated amid renewed Gulf tensions, with the coalition on …