TL;DRThe Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that there is no speed limit for legislative processes. Legislation is therefore permitted to proceed quickly.
TL;DRThe number of wind turbine approvals in Germany increased by seven percent in the first half of the year. However, the industry has expressed concern about a potential end to this growth.
TL;DRThe West Nile Virus is spreading across Europe and is considered established in Greece and Germany. Italy, Spain, Romania, and North Macedonia are also experiencing transmission of the virus.
TL;DRFlorence has opened a center named Discover, focusing on the risks of digital misuse and serving as Italy's first facility against digital addiction. The article will compare Italian and European approaches to this issue.
TL;DRThe 125 member states of the International Criminal Court will vote on the future of the suspended Chief Prosecutor. Allegations of abuse of power preceded this decision.
TL;DRThe coalition is planning a reform package to boost economic growth and employment, which is expected to be passed after the summer recess. The fairness of the draft laws is currently being questioned.
TL;DRFederal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt reportedly intends to further restrict transparency platforms, allowing state actions to remain secret. This follows a decision by the federal government's coalition committee to significantly limit the Freedom of Information Act.
TL;DRThe Federal Constitutional Court has issued a ruling concerning the consultation period for legislative processes. Frank Bräutigam from SWR offers commentary on this decision.