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Four German states are calling for increased federal investment in inland navigation infrastructure and support for ships capable of operating in low water. They argue that waterway maintenance is lagging behind needs, while road and rail receive greater funding.
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The EU plans stricter regulations for holiday rental platforms like Airbnb to combat the shortage of affordable housing in tourist hotspots. Municipalities will be able to more easily implement rental limits if housing scarcity demonstrably increases.
Local PoliticsLaws & RightsHousing & Urban Development
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The Higher Administrative Court of NRW has ruled that flower pots narrowing a sidewalk must be removed as they do not represent usual use. A resident in Mülheim an der Ruhr was not allowed to set up her approximately 50-centimeter-wide pots after 20 years.
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Following a general renovation of the Berlin-Hamburg railway line, approximately 74 percent of long-distance train journeys between June 14 and July 26, 2023, were at least six minutes late. Additionally, 172 planned long-distance trains were cancelled. The federal government cited heatwaves, severe weather, and issues with signaling technology as causes.
Radicalism & State SecurityTransport PolicyIT & Internet
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The Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) warns of cyberattacks on electric car charging infrastructure. Attackers could exploit the complex system involving various actors to carry out attacks.
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Dresden's city council selected a design for the new Carolabrücke that received the most support in a citizen participation process. Construction could begin in May 2028 and cost up to 140 million euros.
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A large demonstration against rising rents is taking place in Berlin, demanding the socialization of housing. Organizers expect 20,000 participants, compared to 40,000 in 2019. Support for homeless people is also a topic.
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A study by the ICCT found that plug-in hybrid cars emit 3.5 to 4.6 times more CO₂ in real-world driving than stated. Real-world data indicates these vehicles operate electrically only about 20% of the time, contrary to official figures of 80%.
Family & YouthWelfare & PovertyHousing & Urban Development
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The desire for children in Germany is declining, with housing shortages and the job market cited as reasons. The success of the AfD is interpreted as a sign of far-right strength, highlighting the need for cohesion and support for civil society initiatives.
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The German bicycle market saw a revenue decrease of 2 billion euros to 25 billion euros in 2025, with retail being most affected. Only the market for used bicycles experienced growth.
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