July kicks off the summer festival season in Germany and offers plenty of excuses to make the most of the sunny weather. From elegant wine festivals to wild street parties, here are 10 events you definitely shouldn’t miss.

European Union lawmakers voted on Tuesday to ban airlines from charging passengers for small carry-on luggage in a move strongly opposed by the aviation sector. MEPs also backed several other changes in a boost for passenger rights.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz insisted a pledge by NATO allies to boost defence spending at a “historic” summit starting on Tuesday would not just aim to please US President Donald Trump.

After a lot of political shenanigans and the fall of one government, Germany’s federal cabinet has finally approved a budget for 2025. Here’s what’s in it and how it affects people living in Germany.

Germany has an international reputation as a nation of savers. We take a look at whether the financial products on offer in the country live up to the image.

Storm ‘Ziros’ claims at least one life in Berlin, Germany’s finance minister submits his first budget for approval, and more news from Germany on Tuesday, June 24th.

With increased talk in Germany about reintroducing some form of conscription, how would dual nationals and foreign residents be affected?

Germany plans to raise its defence budget to 3.5 percent of GDP over the next five years, government sources said Monday, which would match a new NATO target for core military spending.

Seasonal forecasts suggest Germany could be in for a scorcher this summer, with higher-than-average temperatures from July to September and more frequent heat waves. The consequences could be serious.

The length of time taxpayers are obliged to keep hold of financial documents in Germany can seem extreme. We look at who needs to keep what – and when you’re finally safe to have a good clear out.