TL;DRNew statistics from the Federal Statistical Office regarding work and family contradict claims by Friedrich Merz that people in Germany are not working enough. The data indicate a different trend.
TL;DRFollowing a debate involving Jens Spahn, calls for the legalization of surrogacy have emerged, with the current ban described as hypocritical, paternalistic, and ineffective. Proponents argue that women should have the autonomy to decide if they wish to carry a child for others.
TL;DRThe ECB has presented drafts for future Euro banknotes, on which citizens of the Eurozone can have a say. The new currency will be introduced from the end of 2028, breaking with tradition.
TL;DRIn Norway, almost all fathers take parental leave, in contrast to Germany where less than half do so. Norway offers models that have proven effective for encouraging paternal involvement in childcare.
TL;DRA data protection incident at uniVersa insurance involves customer data accessed by an AI crawler. The affected information includes names, addresses, and in some cases, bank details.
TL;DRRegulatory authorities are taking action against platforms and design flaws in EU online child protection. Easily circumvented technology, data protection risks, and a lack of parental responsibility complicate the strategy.
TL;DRThe number of single parents in Germany saw a slight decrease over a ten-year period, reaching 1.62 million individuals in 2025. Mothers of children under 18 continue to be predominantly affected by this decline.
TL;DRConsumer advocates are accusing Starlink of increasing subscription prices and rebooking customers to higher-priced plans without their consent. This action is considered a violation of the law.
TL;DRThe German federal government is being urged to ensure access to swimming pools for everyone, arguing that affordable swimming pools are part of essential public services. The rising prices of swimming pool entry are presented as a problematic issue.
TL;DRDog owners in Chiasso will soon be required to remove their dogs' urine during walks, in addition to feces. A water bottle is suggested as the necessary tool for this task.