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Germany's Push for a Unified European Stock Exchange

January 4, 2026

Germany's Christian Social Union (CSU) is stepping up efforts to create a single European stock exchange. This move aims to boost European listings and economic growth. The CSU, a sister party to the CDU led by Friedrich Merz, supports the idea of a European bourse to keep successful German companie

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Germany's Merz: A Leader Struggling to Win Hearts

November 12, 2025

Friedrich Merz, Germany's Chancellor for the past six months, is finding it tough to keep his promises. He took charge with big plans to boost the economy, control immigration, and strengthen the military. But now, only a small number of Germans want him to stay in power. Merz, who just turned 70,

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Steel Strong: Germany and France Team Up to Shield Their Industry

November 6, 2025

Germany's top leaders are now pushing for a new kind of loyalty to European products. They want to protect their steel industry from tough competition. This is a big shift from their usual stance on free trade. Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil recently met with steel pr

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German Far-Right Lawmakers Head to Russia Amid Growing Concerns

November 6, 2025

In a move that has sparked debate, two members of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party are planning a visit to Russia. This trip comes at a time when the party is facing increased scrutiny over its connections to Moscow and allegations, which they strongly deny, of sharing sensitive mil

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Germany's Debate on Syrian Refugees: Politics and Reality

November 4, 2025

Germany is in a tough spot. The country took in a lot of Syrians during the war. Now, the government says the war is over. So, they think Syrians should go back. But is it that simple? The leader, Friedrich Merz, says Syrians can't stay because the war is over. He wants them to go back and help reb

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Germany's Bitcoin Debate: Innovation vs. Regulation

October 29, 2025

Germany is having a big talk about Bitcoin. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party wants the government to see Bitcoin as something special. They think it's not like other digital money and should not be controlled by the same rules. The AfD party says that too many rules might stop people from us

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Germany's Political Wobbles: Can Merz Steer the Ship?

October 20, 2025

Germany is in a bit of a pickle. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is having a tough time getting his big plans for pensions and military service through the government. This isn't just a small hiccup; it's making people worry that Germany might start having the same political chaos that France has been dea

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Germany's Political Shifts: A Conservative in Trouble

August 12, 2025

In Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing a tough time. A recent poll shows that his conservative party is now in second place, behind the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). This poll comes after a challenging summer for Merz, filled with controversial decisions that upset both his suppo

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Vaccine Views and Politics: How Beliefs Shape Health Choices in Germany

July 15, 2025

In Germany, people's views on vaccines seem to be tied to their political beliefs. A recent study looked at how trust and a sense of shared duty affect vaccine readiness among different political groups. The study found that supporters of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party were more

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The Rise of Germany's Right-Wing: A Political Showdown

June 16, 2025

In February, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) clinched the German parliamentary elections, but it was far from a triumphant moment. The Alternative for Germany (AfD), a prominent right-wing party, secured a surprising second place, riding a wave of discontent against immigration policies and ant