Evacuation at DHL Center in Germany due to mercury fears

A DHL logistics center in Leizen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, was evacuated following concerns about potential mercury exposure. This decision was made after an employee reported symptoms consistent with exposure to the toxic element. The incident occurred when the employee contacted local authorities, expressing health concerns that specialists later identified could be linked to mercury. As a precautionary measure, the evacuation was swiftly executed to ensure the safety of the approximately 120...

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EU's New KIDS Act Would Delay Social Media Access Until Age 13

September 24, 2026 • 11:07 AM

Parents across the European Union may soon see a more consistent set of rules governing when their children can join social media platforms, after the European Commission proposed the KIDS Act, a new framework aimed at protecting children and...

Berlin to Warsaw express train adds free onboard culture programme

September 22, 2026 • 06:17 PM

A decorated saloon carriage carrying live concerts, theatre performances, dance and readings will be attached to the Berlin-Warszawa Express eight times starting September 24, offering passengers a free cultural programme included in the price of...

Afghan Girls Secretly Continue Their Education Under Taliban School Ban

September 18, 2026 • 01:59 PM

More than five years after the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, thousands of girls barred from formal secondary education are still finding ways to keep learning, often in secret, at informal schools and through online programs that operate...

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German Diesel Prices Hit Record High Amid Red Sea Crisis

September 18, 2026 • 03:26 AM

Diesel prices in Germany climbed to their highest level on record this week as an escalating conflict in the Middle East, driven by Houthi advances along the Red Sea, continues to unsettle global oil markets. Industry observers now say pump prices...

Record Orders in German Industry Driven by Defense Spending

September 18, 2026 • 02:06 AM

Germany's industrial sector is experiencing a significant boost as order books have reached unprecedented levels, largely driven by government defense investments. According to the Federal Statistical Office in Wiesbaden, the order backlog in the...

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EU Approves €489 Million for Spain, Portugal, Italy and Malta After Early 2026 Storms

September 25, 2026 • 07:55 PM

The European Commission has proposed mobilising 489 million euros to help Spain, Portugal, Italy and Malta recover from severe storms and flooding that struck the four countries in January and February this year, according to the Commission's own...

New EU Customs Rules Are Coming for Online Shopping This November

September 24, 2026 • 11:13 AM

Anyone in the EU who regularly orders goods from outside the bloc is about to see the customs process change, after the European Parliament approved a major reform of the EU Customs Code introducing stricter rules for e-commerce imports. What the...

Researchers Say Strong Data Privacy Rules Can Boost Europe's Competitiveness

September 18, 2026 • 03:25 AM

Cutting data protection standards would not help Europe compete in the digital economy, according to a policy paper published by researchers who argue that privacy-friendly technology, not deregulation, is the better path forward.The paper was...

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What happens when the visual language of war stops feeling like war?

September 8, 2026 • 08:36 PM

Camo print is returning to our closets, street style and runways, becoming a versatile piece in our rotation this autumn and adding a playful edge to our everyday wardrobes. But do we really know where this trend comes from, and more importantly, why...

Why Turquoise Is Becoming Most Viral Color of 2026

May 18, 2026 • 08:23 PM

Turquoise is everywhere again. Across TikTok, runway collections, beauty campaigns and celebrity styling, the color has rapidly become one of the defining visual trends of 2026. But like most fashion phenomena, its rise is not only aesthetic, it...

The Tabi: From Japanese Tradition to a Fashion Icon

January 16, 2026 • 01:32 PM

Long before it became one of the most recognisable shoes in contemporary fashion, the tabi was a modest garment shaped by function and tradition. Originating in Japan in the 15th century, the split toe sock was designed to be worn with traditional...

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Why Autumn Doesn't Actually Start on September 21 This Year

September 23, 2026 • 11:56 AM

If you've been telling people autumn officially began on Monday, you're a couple of days early. In France, as across the Northern Hemisphere, the new season doesn't start on a fixed calendar date, it waits for the equinox, and this year that falls on...

How Autumn Changes the Body: Fatigue, Weight and Daylight

September 17, 2026 • 05:40 PM

Shorter days and falling temperatures at the start of autumn bring measurable changes to sleep, energy and body weight, according to research examined by scientists studying seasonal effects on human health. Researchers say the shift in daylight,...

German Private Health Insurance

Both private Health Insurance in Germany and public insurance, is often complicated to navigate, not to mention expensive. As an expat, you are required to navigate this landscape within weeks of arriving, so check our FAQ on PKV. For our guide on resources and access to agents who can give you a competitive quote, try our PKV Cost comparison tool.

Hospital and Clinic Directory

Germany is famous for its medical expertise and extensive number of hospitals and clinics. See this comprehensive directory of hospitals and clinics across the country, complete with links to their websites, addresses, contact info, and specializations/services.

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Linkin Park Special Night

Didn't manage to get a ticket for Linkin Park? Or still not enough after the concert? Join us at CRASH on June 12th for our "IN THE END" Linkin Park Special + CORE NIGHT.All night long, we'll be playing Linkin Park's music, along with Nu Metal, Metalcore, and Alternative Rock from bands such as Limp...