German Court Will Let Cities Ban Some Diesel Cars To Decrease Pollution
A German court has ruled that cities may bans diesel cars in order to bring down emissions levels.
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Could Free Transit Lure Germans From Their Cars?
The proposed no-fare program would begin in five cities, as Germany endeavors to meet EU air pollution targets. But similar plans haven't always worked as hoped.
Nursing Home Recreates Communist East Germany For Dementia Patients
Trips down memory lane — to a highly regimented place that no longer exists — are the hallmark of this Dresden home for the elderly.
Hurricane-Force Winds In Europe Halt Flights, Rip Roofs And Topple Trees
The storm, packing winds up to 126 mph, hit hardest in Germany and in the Netherlands but also affected France and Belgium.
Berlin's New Adidas Sneakers Feature Sewn-In Transit Tickets
These shoes are made for taking the metro. They may seem pricey, but they're about a quarter of the cost of an annual transportation pass in Berlin.
German Leaders Agree On New Coalition Talks, But Hurdles Remain
The parties from the last coalition will start negotiations on forming a government. It's only a partial victory for Chancellor Angela Merkel, and concerns remain over the role of a far-right party.
German Leaders Emerge From Marathon Talks With Blueprint For New Coalition
After days of negotiations, which ended with a 24-hour session, Chancellor Angela Merkel and her center-left counterparts said Friday they had reached a deal. Still, they have a lot more work to do.
Still In Search Of A Deal, Merkel Faces A Crucial Week Of Coalition Talks
The German chancellor's first try at forging a government failed. Now, over three months since the election, she's trying again — this time with a familiar counterpart. But it's unlikely to be easy.
How Germany Wins At Manufacturing — For Now
Manufacturing accounts for 24 percent of the German economy. In the U.S., it's only 11 percent. What makes German manufacturing so strong and resilient?
A German City, Citing Pressure On Services, Gets Green Light To Ban New Refugees
Salzgitter is the first German city to ban more refugees from moving in. Two others have followed. The U.N. refugee agency has criticized the ban, but it is expected to be repeated elsewhere.