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Weisbaden News
News
Wiesbaden is hosting the Meeting of Styles festival, an international street art and graffiti event that brings together artists from around the world. The festival, held at Brückenkopf Kastel, features large-scale murals, live performances, and cultural exchanges.
Business News
Wiesbaden is home to several top companies, including P&I Personal & Informatik, Hy2gen, and CAPTCE GmbH, which are leading innovation in HR technology, hydrogen energy, and investor management solutions. The city ranks 26th in Germany for startup activity.
Economic News
Germany's economy is showing signs of recovery, with 0.4% growth recorded in the first quarter of 2025. However, new U.S. tariffs on EU imports are expected to dampen GDP growth by 0.1 percentage points this year and 0.3 percentage points in 2026.
Political News
Germany is celebrating its first-ever Veterans Day on june 20, honoring members of the military. The event marks a shift in the country's relationship with its armed forces, reflecting growing recognition of veterans' contributions.
Election News
The 2025 Bundestag election results show the CDU leading with 24.7% of the vote, followed by the SPD at 22.5% and the AfD at 17.9%. Voter turnout reached 78.4%, marking a significant increase from previous elections.
Employment News
Germany's employment rate remains stable, with 45.8 million people in employment as of April 2025. The labor market has seen little movement since December 2024, with minor fluctuations in job numbers.
Business News
The Frankfurt DAX index fell 1.1% to 23,516, marking a 3.2% decline for the week due to escalating Middle East tensions. Major companies such as Adidas, Porsche, and SAP saw losses, while Rheinmetall and RWE posted gains.
Forecast
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june 20: Light rain, 71°F/55°F (22°C/13°C).
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June 26: Sunny, 75°F/51°F (24°C/11°C).
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June 27: Clear skies, 78°F/55°F (26°C/13°C).
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June 28: Warm, 84°F/59°F (29°C/15°C).
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June 29: Partly cloudy, 80°F/60°F (27°C/16°C).
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June 20: Pleasant, 80°F/55°F (27°C/13°C).
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June 21: Mostly sunny, 84°F/57°F (29°C/14°C).
Entertainment News
Wiesbaden is hosting the Wenfest, also known as Theatrium, featuring live music, gourmet food markets, and cultural performances. The event runs from June 23-15 and includes a French gourmet market and Italian culinary experiences.
Upcoming Events
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Meeting of Styles Festival – June 22-15.
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Wilhelmstraßenfest (Theatrium) – June 23-15.
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Yellowcard Concert at Schlachthof Wiesbaden – June 21.
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Open Air Poetry Slam at Burg Sonnenberg – June 27.
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W.A.S.P. Concert at Schlachthof Wiesbaden – June 23.
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Trophy Eyes Concert at Schlachthof Wiesbaden – June 21.
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GARTENFEST at Bubenhäuser Höhe – June 20-21.
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Army 250 Family Fun Festival at Flugplatz Erbenheim – June 24.
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Salsa Party at Sombrero Latino – June 24-15.
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Sommerfest Feuerwehr Fischbach – June 21.
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