Articles from The Local Germany (12)
After six months, German's Merz faces mounting woes
After just six months in power, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's coalition is facing infighting, policy deadlock and sliding poll ratings, undermining its efforts to take on the rising far right.
Spanish police arrest trucker wanted in Germany for drug trafficking
Spanish police said Saturday they had arrested a 64-year-old long-haul truck driver wanted by German authorities for drug trafficking.
Inside Germany: Remembering 'Kristallnacht', Merz visits COP30 and the Beaver Moon
From the yearly commemoration of a dark day in German history to the Chancellor's very brief visit at the UN's climate conference to the biggest full moon of the year, here's what we're talking...
Which of Europe's anti-immigration parties are the most extreme?
The rise of anti-immigration parties in Europe shows that the far-right doesn't have to be in power to push its agenda and influence policy making. The Local's Conor Faulkner takes a look around...
Why demand for 'career-changers' is rising sharply in Germany
Career-changers, known as ‘Quereinsteiger’ in Germany, are more sought after than ever before in the German job market. The findings of a new survey highlight a growing openness to diverse...
Ten of the best podcasts to learn German
Listening to podcasts is one of the easiest ways to immerse yourself in another language. Here are some of the best podcasts to help you improve your German skills.
Five ways Germans are passive-aggressive and how to deal with them
Germany is famous for its directness, yet Germans often avoid conflict in subtle, passive-aggressive ways – a contradiction which can leave newcomers scratching their heads at best and outright...
How employees can make the most of Germany's public holidays in 2026
With fewer 'bridge days' and more holidays on weekends, employees in Germany will see more working days in 2026 than they had this year. Here's how to maximise your days off by planning around the...
How you'll be affected by a steep rise in German health insurance contributions
With statutory health insurance contributions set to increase in January 2026, we look at how the proposed increases could affect your wallet – and what steps you can take to keep the financial...
'Always be vigilant': Expert tips for finding an apartment in Berlin
Finding a long-term apartment to rent in Berlin has become an infamously painful process. We spoke to two professionals about the best tips for securing a long-term rental contract in Germany.
Five things to say instead of 'bitte' when someone thanks you in German
Saying 'bitte' in response to 'danke' can become a reflex, especially for early language learners, but there are plenty of other expressions to use. Here are some more interesting ways to...
COMPARE: Which country in Europe is the easiest to retire to?
Finishing work and heading off to a glorious new life as a retiree in Europe is the dream for many, but just how easy is it to do in reality? We compare the rules in 9 countries in Europe.