UKMTO Declares Highest Threat Level in the Strait of Hormuz After New US‑Iran Attacks UKMTO warns of the highest security threat in the Strait of Hormuz on July 10, 2026, …
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DGB calls for 50–53 percent pension level and compulsory workplace pensions
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerDGB pension reform commission proposes 50–53% pension level and mandatory workplace pensions DGB pension reform urges raising the statutory pension level to 50–53%, introducing mandatory occupational pensions, and funding changes …
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Pension commission proposals prompt East German warnings to preserve 48 percent level
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany’s pension reform proposals ignite sharp debate over future pension level and market-based components Greens demand protected 48% pension level as pension reform proposals provoke divisions over retirement age, capital …
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German export expectations slump to worst level since April 2025
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman export expectations slide to lowest level since April 2025 as Ifo and DIHK report renewed pessimism Ifo and DIHK data show German export expectations fell to -5.5 in May, …
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German housing completions drop 18 percent to lowest level since 2012
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerHousing construction in Germany plunges to lowest level since 2012 as completions fall to 206,600 Housing construction in Germany fell to 206,600 completed homes in 2025, an 18% drop from …
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Germany Pension Reform Commission Says Lower Pension Level Won’t Cut Existing Pensions
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman pension level debate intensifies as commission finalizes reform report Germany’s pension level debate escalates as an eight-member commission prepares reform proposals due June 30, 2026, raising concerns for retirees …
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Ines Schwerdtner calls for Austrian-style pension overhaul, raising statutory level to 53 percent
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerLeft leader urges government to strengthen statutory pension with Austrian-style model Ines Schwerdtner urges boosting Germany’s statutory pension with an Austrian-style contribution system to raise benefits and include self-employed now. …
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Kölner Haie beat Eisbären Berlin 4–3 in overtime to tie DEL semifinal series 2–2 Kölner Haie leveled the DEL playoff semifinal series at 2–2 with a 4–3 overtime win over …