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Hammer of the Week from Ettlingen

By withut-me 05.09.2026 5 views
TL;DR AI-generated A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.
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Domestic Companies & Markets Transport Policy

Wiesbaden - Low Water Levels in Rivers: Rhine Bordering States Concerned About Inland Navigation and Urge More Federal Investment

By withut-me 04.09.2026 7 views
TL;DR AI-generated 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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Companies & Markets Startups IT & Internet

Anthropic: $2 Billion IPO Puts Powerful External Trustees in Spotlight

By withut-me 04.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated AI company Anthropic is planning a $2 billion IPO. This brings a group of external trustees into focus, who control the majority of the board of directors. These trustees are intended to secure the company's mission of developing AI for the long-term benefit of humanity.
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Companies & Markets Rail Transport

Deutsche Bahn - Every second long-distance train delayed

By withut-me 04.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated In August, 54.2 percent of Deutsche Bahn's long-distance trains were on time, defined as less than six minutes delay. This is a decrease from 61.1 percent in May and 64.4 percent in April.
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Companies & Markets Rail Transport Transport Policy

Despite General Renovation: Delays on Berlin-Hamburg Railway Line

By withut-me 04.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated 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.
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Radicalism & State Security Transport Policy IT & Internet

E-Car Charging Infrastructure: BSI Fears Major Hack

By withut-me 04.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated 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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Companies & Markets Transport Policy IT & Internet

Plug-in Hybrid Emissions: Increasingly in Combustion Engine Mode

By withut-me 03.09.2026 11 views
TL;DR AI-generated 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%.
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Elections Parliament & Legislation Real Estate

Berlin Election on September 20: Krach Shows Red Card to Left Alliance

By withut-me 03.09.2026 8 views
TL;DR AI-generated SPD candidate Steffen Krach rejects a left-wing alliance after the Berlin election on September 20 if property owner expropriations were part of the policy. A new poll shows the CDU leading with 21 percent, while the SPD has fallen to 11 percent.
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Companies & Markets Trade & Consumption Transport Policy

Study on the Bicycle Industry: Upward Trend Only for Used Bikes

By withut-me 02.09.2026 12 views
TL;DR AI-generated 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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Domestic Transport Policy IT & Internet

State Ministry of Economics - Saarland is the first federal state to have its complete mobile network checked for coverage gaps

By withut-me 02.09.2026 10 views
TL;DR AI-generated The Ministry of Economics in Saarland is the first federal state to have approximately 2,500 kilometers of mobile communication routes checked for coverage gaps. The results are intended to support dialogue with network operators and the federal government.
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