Man Jailed for Drugging & Raping Wife, Sharing Footage
A German man, Fernando P., was sentenced to 8.5 years for secretly drugging and raping his wife for years and sharing the videos online. The case highlights hidden domestic abuse.
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German Business Confidence Falls to 7-Month Low
German business sentiment dropped for a second month in December, hitting its lowest point in seven months. The industrial slump and weak Christmas sales signal a bleak economic end to 2025. Read more.
VW Stops Production at Historic German Factory
Volkswagen halts production at its Dresden 'Transparent Factory,' marking the first German plant closure in its 88-year history. The site will pivot to AI and chip research. Read more.
Nigeria risks losing maritime race to Indonesia
Nigeria is falling behind Indonesia in the blue economy race, warns Maritime Innovations Hub CEO Ronke Kosoko. Urgent investment and action are needed to close the gap. Read more.
German Factory Orders Rise More Than Expected
German industrial orders surged 1.5% in October, far exceeding forecasts. The rise, driven by defence procurement, signals a potential bottom for Europe's largest economy. Read the full analysis.
Kane Scores as Bayern Edge Union Berlin in German Cup
Harry Kane's header helped Bayern Munich secure a chaotic 3-2 win over Union Berlin to reach the DFB-Pokal quarter-finals. Read the full match report and analysis.
Trump Rolls Back Biden's Car Mileage Standards
President Trump overturns Biden's fuel-economy rules, claiming it will lower car prices. Critics warn it will worsen climate change and increase fuel costs for drivers.
German Economy in 'Deepest Crisis' Since WWII
Germany's economy faces its worst post-war crisis, with industry leaders urging urgent government action to reverse the decline. Read the full analysis.
UNIBEN Research Compares German and Yorùbá Verb Structures
A new study from UNIBEN details how German and Yorùbá form complex verbs, offering insights for language teaching and bilingual learning in Nigeria. Discover the findings.
Amirah Dyme: From Hushpuppi to Motherhood & Modeling Success
Discover German model Amirah Dyme's fascinating journey from social media fame to motherhood. Learn about her background, career milestones, and personal life details.
IMF Urges Germany to Enact Pro-Growth Reforms
The IMF calls for Germany to implement pro-growth structural reforms alongside increased public spending to ensure sustained economic recovery. Learn more about the challenges facing Europe's top economy.
German Actor Udo Kier Dies at 81
Veteran German actor Udo Kier, famous for iconic villain roles in 275+ films, has died at 81. Discover his remarkable Hollywood journey and final projects.
German Business Confidence Falls in November 2025
German business sentiment declines to 88.1 points as companies lose faith in government reforms. Manufacturing and construction sectors hit hardest amid economic concerns.
German Rail Project Stuttgart 21 Faces New Delay
Germany's massive Stuttgart 21 rail project faces indefinite delays due to technical issues, with costs doubling to €11 billion. Discover the infrastructure challenges plaguing Europe's largest economy.
China Overtakes US as Germany's Top Trade Partner
China has reclaimed its position as Germany's number one trading partner, dethroning the US amid new tariffs. Discover the economic implications for global trade.
Nigeria's 15% maritime GDP triggers PPP push
Nigeria's low 15% maritime GDP contribution sparks urgent PPP drive to unlock N22.12 trillion blue economy potential through fisheries, tourism and port modernization.
Kessler Twins Die in Joint Assisted Suicide at 89
Entertainment icons Alice and Ellen Kessler, famous 50s & 60s twins, have died together by joint assisted suicide aged 89 in Germany. Read their final story.
German family dies in Turkey hotel poisoning incident
A German mother and her two children have died from suspected poisoning at a Turkey hotel. The father remains unconscious as authorities investigate the chemical exposure.
Kessler Twins Die in Joint Assisted Suicide at 89
German entertainment icons Alice and Ellen Kessler have died at 89 in a joint assisted suicide. The legendary twins were European stars who performed with Frank Sinatra.
Budget Coffee Chain LAP Sparks Berlin Backlash
German coffee startup LAP faces protests in Berlin over €2.50 cappuccinos and gentrification concerns. Discover how this budget chain is changing the city's cafe culture.
Germany approves €98 billion debt for 2026 budget
German parliament approves revised 2026 budget with €98 billion borrowing for economic relief and military spending. Chancellor Merz unveils industrial power price cuts.
German experts cut 2026 GDP forecast to 0.9%
German economic experts criticize the government's €500bn spending plan, warning it will provide only a minor boost to the struggling economy. They have cut the 2026 GDP growth forecast to 0.9%. Read more for the full analysis.
German court rules against OpenAI in copyright case
A German court has ruled that OpenAI infringed copyright by using song lyrics to train its AI models. This landmark decision could impact artists across Europe and set a precedent for AI copyright law.
Germany recall Sané, hand El Mellaoui debut for WC qualifiers
Bayern Munich star Leroy Sané returns to German national team while Mainz's Brajan El Mellaoui earns surprise debut call-up for crucial World Cup qualifiers.
Nigeria-Germany Alliance for $1 Trillion Economy
Budget Minister Atiku Bagudu announces strategic collaboration with Germany to accelerate Nigeria's ambitious journey toward a $1 trillion economy through targeted investments and economic reforms.
German Steel Industry Faces Major Crisis and Job Cuts
Germany's once-powerful steel industry confronts an uncertain future as high energy costs and global competition threaten thousands of jobs and factory operations across the nation.
FG, German Chamber Partner to Train 75,000 Youths
Nigeria's Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment expresses optimism as Federal Government collaborates with German chamber to train 75,000 youths in technical fields, addressing unemployment and skills gap.
German Nurse Gets Life for Killing 10 Patients
A German nurse has been sentenced to life imprisonment for deliberately killing 10 patients to lighten his workload in a chilling case that has exposed healthcare system vulnerabilities.
BMW Reports Profit Surge, Shares Jump 5.5%
German luxury automaker BMW reports unexpected profit jump, sending shares soaring by 5.5% as premium vehicle sales defy economic challenges. Full-year outlook remains strong despite market volatility.
Germany Reduces Visa Processing Time for Nigerians
Great news for Nigerian travelers! Germany has significantly reduced visa processing times, making European travel more accessible. Learn how this affects your travel plans.
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