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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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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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Surrogacy is permitted for both US citizens and foreigners in the USA. Both surrogate mothers and intended parents report positive experiences.
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The Federal Institute for Population Research notes that the desire for children in Germany remains stable at 1.8 children, but the actual birth rate has been declining since 2021. Key reasons for this discrepancy include concerns about career, income, housing, and particularly war.
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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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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In 2026, the share of fully electric company cars among top German politicians slightly decreased to 36.1 percent. 160 out of 249 company cars exceed the EU fleet limit. Plug-in hybrids constitute 42 percent and emit almost three times as much CO2 as pure electric vehicles.
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Austrian energy provider EVN is acquiring BayWa Mobility Charging GmbH, which has 30 locations and 170 fast-charging points in Germany. EVN plans to expand the network to 54 locations with 306 charging points by 2027.
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