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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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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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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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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.
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.
Police & InvestigationsAccidents & DisastersRail Transport
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A door on ICE 528, traveling from Munich to Dortmund, opened at 200 km/h, causing the train to stop at a tunnel entrance near Karlstadt am Main. The Federal Police are investigating the cause of the incident, which resulted in no injuries.
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The expansion of AI data centers in the US is leading to a significant increase in orders for acoustics firms. One engineering firm has seen its inquiries rise from four to five per year to four to five per month.
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North Rhine-Westphalia is promoting Housing First programs to combat homelessness, with the Sozialstiftung NRW providing up to five million euros for initial funding, covering up to 90 percent of real estate project costs. Critics, however, point to the late initiative and the ongoing shortage of affordable housing.
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21 million people in Germany have poor access to local public transport, primarily in rural areas. Frankfurt am Main has the best local transport connections among major cities. The Deutschlandticket is projected to cost €66.80 per month from January 2027.
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