news Germany’s economy weakens: The return of the ‘sick man’ of Europe? alisa August 4, 2023 3 min read If you cannot view this message correctly, please click here. 04.08.2023 | 17:00 UTC Germany’s economy weakens: The return of the ‘sick man’ of Europe? The German economy is treading water, with no improvement in sight. The multiple crises of recent years have exposed the weaknesses of the country’s business model. Majority of Germans support move to green economy — study A new study has shown that Germans still find tackling climate change important, but the data also revealed discrepancies over what people are actually willing to do about it. Germany: The Ukrainian refugees living in mining ‘ghost towns’ In western Germany’s coal region, whole villages were abandoned to make way for mining. Now, the towns have been reinhabited by Ukrainian refugees fleeing war at home. True price: German supermarket charges real environmental cost of foods The discount supermarket chain Penny is selling nine products in Germany for a price that reflects their impact on the environment. They are now significantly more expensive. But what impact will the campaign have? Germany: Housing is almost unaffordable More and more people are desperately searching for accommodation across the country. The supply is too low, rents are rising and incomes are often no longer sufficient. An explosive situation. Baltic Sea discovery: German archaeologists unearth 400-year-old shipwreck Divers salvaged the remnants of a 400-year-old shipwreck in the southwestern Baltic Sea. Scientists hope the wreck will give insight into Lübeck’s role at the center of the Hanseatic League. What can save the Spreewald? The Spreewald’s canals and traditions are a paradise that attracts tourists. But that could change. If Germany stops mining lignite, groundwater will no longer be pumped into the area. This will also have consequences for the German capital, Berlin. Wacken heavy metal festival: Rocking through weather chaos The legendary Wacken heavy metal festival kicked off in northern Germany, but with a smaller audience. Weather chaos forced organizers to turn back fans. The ‘Culture Train’ connecting Germany and Poland Every weekend, a special train offering various cultural programs runs between Berlin and Wroclaw. It is meant to pique German interest in Poland and vice versa while encouraging people to travel more consciously. Women’s World Cup: Time for German football to ‘wake up’ For the first time ever, Germany have been knocked out of the World Cup in the group stage. After being tactically outwitted by South Korea, there are serious questions to answer. German writer Martin Walser dies aged 96 Famous German novelist and contentious intellectual Martin Walser, author of “A Runaway Horse,” has died at the age of 96. Top Ten: Berlin’s most-visited tourist sites More than 10 million tourists visited Berlin in 2022, with many drawn to the city’s headline attractions. Our top 10 list reveals which were most popular. Follow DW DW News Deutsche Welle Kurt-Schumacher-Str. 3 53113 Bonn Tel. +49.228-429.0 info@dw.com Value Added Tax identification number: DE123052407 Legally represented by: Director General Peter Limbourg This legal notice extends to the social media profiles of Deutsche Welle. Follow Us On © 2023 Deutsche Welle Legal Notice (DW english) | Unsubscribe Newsletter Chat read-only to anonymous users. Chat with Anyone and Anywhere. Only registered users are allowed to send messages. Loading the chat ... 106980 Register Login Continue Reading Previous: Infant RSV shot | CVS slashing costs | Amazon virtual healthNext: Stroock plans pension buyout amid hunt for merger Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ
