Job cuts in Germany accelerate as ifo barometer falls to lowest since May 2020 Job cuts in Germany rise as the ifo employment barometer falls to 91.3 – the lowest …
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Politics
Union backs SPD plan to raise federal funding for Bürgergeld health contributions
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoGermany Debates Increased Federal Support for Bürgergeld Health Insurance Funding Federal plan to raise the government’s flat-rate contribution toward Bürgergeld health insurance could reduce GKV costs, but faces budget and …
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Business
EU energy efficiency plan sparks expert warnings over potential growth slowdown
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerEU to unveil May 2026 energy efficiency proposals as experts warn of growth trade-offs EU readies May 2026 energy efficiency proposals as experts debate if targets can align with growth; …
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VAT increase could raise nearly €50 billion as government weighs plan
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGermany Considers VAT Increase as Quick Fix to Close Budget Gap Government weighs raising VAT to bolster revenues; economists estimate €30–€50bn gain, but experts warn of regressive effects and inflationary …
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Deutsche Bahn announces €20 billion plan to renovate 710 stations by 2030
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerDeutsche Bahn announces €20 billion plan to renovate 710 stations by 2030 Deutsche Bahn will invest €20 billion to renovate hundreds of stations, with 710 slated for fundamental upgrades by …
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CDU Health Minister Warken’s statutory health insurance plan divides coalition over costs
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerWarken’s statutory health insurance reform sparks coalition rift over funding Germany’s health insurance reform plan by Health Minister Warken has exposed deep divisions in the governing coalition, with the CSU …
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German Health Ministry announces insurer rescue plan cutting homeopathy and clinic payments
by Leo Müllerby Leo MüllerGerman health insurance funds face cuts as ministry proposes ending homeopathy and raising high-earner contributions Germany’s health ministry unveils plan to stabilise health insurance funds by cutting homeopathy coverage, lowering …
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World
Trump administration unveils 76-metre United States Triumphal Arch plan for 250th anniversary
by anna walterby anna walterTrump administration unveils 76-metre ‘United States Triumphal Arch’ for 250th anniversary Trump administration unveils plans for a 76-metre ‘United States Triumphal Arch’ to mark the US 250th anniversary, citing the …
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Politics
Péter Magyar outlines plan for Hungary after historic victory over Viktor Orbán
by Hans Ottoby Hans OttoPéter Magyar Unveils Plan to Reshape Hungary After Historic Defeat of Viktor Orbán Péter Magyar outlines a plan to dismantle Viktor Orbán’s entrenched rule after a historic election win, pledging …