While other European countries have seen a hike in the number of Americans moving there, with some evidence pointing to a Trump effect, what is the story in Germany? The Local obtained new figures that tell a slightly different story.
German minister aborts Beirut visit amid escalating conflict, coalition split casts doubt on planned increase for student grants, Youth Science winners highlight AI limits and more news on Tuesday, June 2nd.
Many international residents have heard of Germany’s generous programs for new parents, but fewer realise they can transition to part-time work and extend their income support via 'Elterngeld Plus'.
Record numbers are leaving Berlin, while international arrivals keep the city growing. But with only modest growth expected, the real story is how quickly its population – and character – are shifting.
Hamburg has withdrawn from the race to host the Summer Olympics in either 2036, 2040 or 2044 after residents rejected the idea at a referendum on Sunday.
New smoking restrictions have come into force in Baden-Württemberg, extending bans to many outdoor spaces and adding the use of e-cigarettes. Here’s how the state's smoking rules have changed.
Hamburg's Olympic bid withdrawn after residents vote in referendum, majority of Germans see a far-right leader taking charge of an eastern state in coming elections, two killed in weather-related traffic accident and more news on Monday, June 1st.
Germany heads to the World Cup, the fuel tax cut ends and some states begin their summer holidays – here's a look at the significant changes coming to Germany this June.
This cheerful German expression has nothing to do with cooking – and everything to do with the oddly charming things people call each other when luck strikes.
A large group of Indian students enrolled at a private university in Berlin saw their right to residence revoked due to an accreditation issue. The Local asked Berlin's immigration authority what happened.
On 'World No Tobacco Day', we take a look at Germany's smoking policies - where it's allowed, where it isn't, and why relaxed laws on lighting up can be a major culture shock for foreigners.
From world‑class festivals to local celebrations and long weekends, June brings music, culture and community across Germany – alongside one of its most distinctive regional public holidays.
The finance ministers of the European Union's six biggest economies said Friday they had agreed on steps to better integrate financial markets and make investments flow seamlessly across the bloc.
A protest in Austria on Saturday against noise and pollution blocked one of Europe's most important highways connecting Germany and Italy but early reports showed traffic disruptions were not as bad as feared.
From the winner of the infamous 'cheese rolling' race, to Germany's best hope for winning a Grand Slam to a little phrase the chancellor would really like everyone to stop using, here's what we're talking about this week at The Local.
The German government Friday dismissed rumours that Chancellor Friedrich Merz's rivals were laying the groundwork to oust him as his popularity craters, reforms stall and the far right gains in strength.
More foreigners are leaving Germany than at any point in the last 15 years. We spoke to recent emigrants about why they've decided to pack up and move out.
For any young people looking for a route into life in Germany, the 'FSJ' program is an often overlooked opportunity. Here's how it works and who can apply.
A former German transport minister faces a perjury trial related to a failed scheme to charge foreign motorists highway tolls, a debacle that cost the government hundreds of millions of euros.
Americans in Germany - we want to hear from you. Take a minute to share your questions and offer advice on what Americans need to know about life in Germany or moving here. Tell us if there are any bureaucratic or cultural issues you need The Local to explore or explain.
Germany and Netherlands to set up NATO command centre in Baltics, Germany enter World Cup Group E with score to settle, right-wing subway advertising campaign sparks backlash and more news on Friday, May 29th.
Netflix and other streaming services on Thursday criticised a German plan requiring platforms to reinvest a share of locally generated revenue as part of efforts to support domestic film production.
