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Germany Gears Up for 2026 World Cup Excitement. With weeks left before kickoff, Germany's squad is optimistic and fans like Markus Kreppold are buzzing about the tournament's historic scale.

Inflation Eases to 2.6% in May Thanks to Fuel Discount. Germany's inflation slowed to 2.6% in May 2026, aided by the Tankrabatt fuel tax cut, though experts caution about possible future price hikes.

Germany Faces Rising Political Strains at Home and Abroad. Under UN scrutiny from Russia and with the far-right AfD gaining ground domestically, Germany confronts challenges to its democratic values and global reputation.

CDU's Elder Care Financing Plan Sparks Social Backlash. The CDU proposal to leverage homeownership for elderly care funding meets stiff opposition from SPD and social groups amid ongoing care reform debates.

EU Boosts Business and Resource Security with New US Partnership. The EU rolls out a unified business regulatory framework and deepens raw materials cooperation with the US to enhance competitiveness and supply chain security.