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Germany News
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Germany faces political turbulence as Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition struggles with internal divisions over the 2025 budget. Meanwhile, the country celebrates Toni Kroos’ international retirement after Germany’s dramatic Euro 2024 exit against Spain. In economic news, inflation drops to 2.5%, but industrial output declines for the third straight month.
Political News
The "traffic light" coalition (SPD-Greens-FDP) faces mounting pressure as the FDP blocks proposed tax increases, risking a government crisis. Far-right AfD polls at 22% nationwide amid rising anti-migration sentiment. Chancellor Scholz warns of "dangerous polarization" ahead of key state elections in Thuringia (Sept 2024).
Election News
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European Parliament results: Greens lose 8 MEPs, while AfD gains 4 seats.
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Thuringia state election (Sept 1): AfD could become largest party, potentially forming Germany’s first far-right-led state government since WWII.
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2025 federal budget talks stall, raising fears of early elections if coalition collapses.
Legal News
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AfD co-leader Alice Weidel faces perjury charges over illegal party donations.
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Climate activists from Last Generation receive prison sentences for Berlin airport protests.
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Controversial cannabis legalization begins July 1, allowing limited home cultivation.
Entertainment News
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Babylon Berlin Season 5 confirmed for late 2024 release.
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Rammstein’s upcoming tour faces new protests over Till Lindemann allegations.
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Berlinale 2025 opens submissions, focusing on "Cinema of Resistance."
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⚽ Football: Germany mourns Euro 2024 quarter-final loss (2-1 vs Spain). Kroos retires; Nagelsmann stays as coach.
����️ Formula 1: Nico Hülkenberg signs with Audi for 2026.
���� Basketball: Dennis Schröder leads Germany to Olympic qualifiers victory.
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Mon 1 Jul: ����️ 18°C – Showers
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Tue 2 Jul: ⛅ 21°C – Cloudy
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Wed 3 Jul: ����️ 23°C – Scattered storms
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Thu 4 Jul: ☀️ 26°C – Sunny
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Fri 5 Jul: ����️ 29°C – Heatwave alert
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Sat 6 Jul: ����️ 24°C – Thunderstorms
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Sun 7 Jul: ⛅ 22°C – Breezy
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Bayreuth Festival (July 25-Aug 28) – Wagner’s Ring Cycle
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