Berlin
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What's closed for German Unity Day on Saturday?
Falling on a Saturday this year, most regular employees won't get a day off work for the Day of German Reunification, but shoppers be warned, most grocery stores will be closed.
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German football: The leagues where champions aren't promoted
German football is grappling with a sum that doesn't add up - four promotion spots for five league champions.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond in this Euronews news bulletin. In just a few minutes, our newsroom brings you the latest news and breaking news across world affairs, business, politics, culture,...
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World’s tallest wind turbine unveiled
The massive turbine is taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris
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How to appeal if your application for German citizenship is rejected
After making significant effort to prepare your German citizenship application, and then waiting for months, receiving a rejection can be devastating. But there is a process you can use to appeal the decision.
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New app for Volunteer Card launched
People can now apply for the Volunteer Card online in Berlin. The city is launching an app for this purpose. This is also intended to make the offerings from the bonus system’s more than 500 partners easier to navigate.
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More than 1.2 million emergency calls to the police last year
The Berlin Police receive 3,520 emergency calls per day. That's 147 per hour, or 2.5 per minute. But not all of them are truly necessary.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 1st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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German word of the day: Zugezogene
This word serves as solid evidence that it's not only international foreigners that can be made to feel less than welcome when they move to a new German community.
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Russia ‘poses rapidly increasing threat’ to Nato, warns Dutch prime minister – Europe live
Rob Jetten says that European countries are working closer together on intelligence ‘to an unprecedented level’ to combat threats
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Wind turbine taller than the Eiffel Tower aims to boost German electricity production
A wind turbine described by its developer as the world’s tallest now rises 365 meters (1,197 feet) above the sparsely populated landscape of eastern Germany, surpassing the height of the Eiffel Tower
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Why is the Left Party in Berlin being accused of antisemitism?
Die Linke's election victory in Berlin has been overshadowed by a row about antisemitism. As the party pushes forward with efforts to take the helm in the capital's next government, we look at the accusations and how the Left has reacted.
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Where does body fat go when we lose weight?
Researchers estimate that around 84% of lost body fat is exhaled as carbon dioxide, while the remaining 16% is lost as water.
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County Durham girl who survived heart failure and transplant wins national award
County Durham girl Beatrix Archbold, 5, wins BHF Young Heart Hero Award after surviving heart failure, 14 months on a Berlin Heart and a heart…
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The latest Berlin news in English
Stay up to date with Berlin news in English. Find out what's going on in the city, from politics to culture, transport and events.
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The latest Berlin news in English
Stay up to date with Berlin news in English. Find out what's going on in the city, from politics to culture, transport and events.
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New Senate Rule Worsens Playground Shortage in Berlin Districts
Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf. The district has a huge shortage of play areas. Now it is losing an important tool for building and maintaining them.
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Five Reasons Why Berlin’s Olympic Bid Failed
Supporters of Berlin’s campaign were unable to overcome several problems. The Left’s election victory was not the only factor.
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What a Left Alliance Could Achieve Quickly – and What It Couldn’t
It has yet to be decided who will govern Berlin. But on the key issue of rents, the Left, the Greens and the SPD largely agree.
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Expropriating Housing Companies: How It Could Actually Work
The Left Party wants to bring residential property into public ownership in Berlin. How the plan could work – and what consequences could follow.
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The latest Berlin news in English
Stay up to date with Berlin news in English. Find out what's going on in the city, from politics to culture, transport and events.
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How Europe’s housing crisis is fuelling a new movement
As soaring rents and house prices across Europe feed into the political discourse, campaigners believe they have a rare opportunity to force housing to the top of the agenda
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Hungarian court reduces sentence for German anti-fascist convicted in far-right rally assaults
A Hungarian appeals court has reduced the sentence of a German anti-fascist activist from eight to seven years
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Germany orders winter gas reserves boost as Middle East war worries mount
The German government on Wednesday ordered a state-owned company to boost gas reserves as worries mount about low storage levels ahead of winter, citing "geopolitical risks" amid the Iran war.
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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Lead candidate of the far-right AfD in Saxony-Anhalt aiming to become state premier in December, Amazon to hire 13,000 seasonal workers in Germany, Berlin's Philharmonie concert hall due for major upgrade and more news this Wednesday.
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Ukraine war live: Kyiv’s ‘weakest point’ identified as Putin injects £150bn into war
German chancellor says he is speaking to other heads of state to try and prepare Ukraine for winter
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Mental health under scrutiny: Spain lags Europe in psychologists, pay or wait
With six clinical psychologists per 100,000 people, against nearly 18 in Europe, regular therapy in Spain is out of reach for many; the alternative is costly private care.
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What's on in Germany: 10 unmissable events in October 2026
From giant pumpkin displays and harvest traditions to illuminated landmarks and Halloween scares, October is one of the most varied months of the year for events in Germany.
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How long are EES waiting times at German airports?
With the autumn break coming up, many people may be wondering what kind of delays to expect at German airports due to the Entry and Exit System (EES) checks.
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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Left Party accuses Government of smear campaign, German wholesale retailer Metro’s Russian operations seized by authorities, Söder and Munich mayor celebrate Olympic bid victory with roller coaster bet and more news on Tuesday, September 29th.
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15 Buildings Flooded in Siemensstadt, Berlin
1,200 residents were forced to evacuate their homes in the district just North of Charlottenburg due to a burst water main. A major water main burst causing extreme flooding and forcing 1,200 people to evacuate their homes in Berlin
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What are Munich's plans for the Olympic Games?
From the Olympiapark to a new housing area in Daglfing via various events across Bavaria, we look at how Munich and the surrounding area would be transformed for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky claims North Korea will deploy 10K more troops to Russia
Zelensky said the plan is ‘how evil encroaches’
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Ukraine's digital minister: 'We want Europe to use Ukraine as an AI sandbox'
Ukraine has built a digital state under the pressure of war. Digital Minister Oksana Ferchuk tells Euronews what Europe can learn from Ukraine, from digital government and AI to cybersecurity and resilience. Do you know where your driving...
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Kremlin transfers control of German retailer Metro's Russia business
President Vladimir Putin has ordered the Russian assets of German retailer Metro AG placed under the temporary administration
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Germany’s foreign minister visits the ICC, pledging full support despite Trump's sanctions
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has visited the International Criminal Court to show support for the tribunal
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Berlin Marathon winner Assefa finished race with torn Achilles
Berlin Marathon winner Tigst Assefa has undergone surgery in Munich on Monday after finishing Sunday's race with a torn Achilles, her manager confirmed.
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Who is affected by the end of Germany's 'Opportunity Residence' permit?
Germany's Opportunity Residence permit was designed to help certain long-term residents secure their status in the country, but the scheme has since ended and permit holders will need to apply for other visas.
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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Berlin police officer leads German charge at record marathon, tens of thousands rally against welfare state reforms, Munich chosen to lead Germany’s Olympic Games bid and more news on Monday, September 28th.
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German town sparks outrage as far-right and conservatives rally against Holocaust memorial plaques
A city council in eastern Germany has halted the installation of memorial plaques honoring Holocaust victims, sparking outrage
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Berlin Marathon: Tigst Assefa wins but injury halts world record time
Ethiopian runner Tigst Assefa wins the Berlin Marathon but narrowly misses out on breaking the women's world record because of injury.
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Russian strikes kill 2 in Ukraine after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalate
Russian strikes on Ukraine have killed at least two people overnight into Sunday, officials said
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Germany calls on Russia to 'abandon its dangerous path'
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called on Moscow to "abandon its dangerous path of escalation" during a meeting with Russia's Sergei Lavrov at the UN on Saturday, a diplomat for Berlin said.
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These are the most popular cities for group travel in 2026
Where are groups travelling to for the rest of 2026? London, Paris and Marseille top Kayak’s most searched destinations for group holidays. #Destinations
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How to watch Berlin Marathon 2026 for free: Live stream, start times and viewing options
Women's-only world-record holder Tigst Assefa is seeking a third victory in Germany
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Air attacks intensify, killing 10 people, despite Trump’s plea for peace deal - live
Volodymyr Zelensky says overnight strikes show urgent need for international community to rein in Moscow
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England embrace chaos - but Spain show it never claims big prizes
England embrace the chaos, but superb Spain show it will never win big prizes, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
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Munich picked for Germany's bid to host the Summer Olympics in 2036, 2040 or 2044
Munich will bid to bring the Olympics back to Germany for the first time in more than 60 years after seeing off a rival bid from Cologne to become the focus of the country's push to host a Summer Games