Germany marks World Mental Health Day 2026 amid a 42% rise in mental illness-related sick leave over the past decade, underscoring growing concerns and the need for enhanced mental health awareness and support.
BioNTech plans to shut its Tübingen site by the end of 2027, impacting 700+ jobs due to reduced COVID-19 vaccine demand and lack of investors.
Volkswagen introduces a new dynamic career system while niche entrepreneur Michael Volk expands his quail business, signaling evolving business models in German manufacturing.
German football teams FSV Mainz 05 and Chemie Leipzig face major player absences due to injuries, affecting their game plans and performances in September 2026.
Germany debates abolishing retirement at 63, a return to the 40-hour workweek, and grapples with productivity shortfalls amid demographic shifts.
FC Bayern Munich is set to extend Max Eberl's contract following strong internal support and successful transfer dealings, while managing key player transfers ahead of the new season.
Germany's government mandates doctor's certificates from day one of illness, triggering debate over impacts on medical resources and employers.
Germany introduces labor market reforms allowing extended fixed-term contracts and easing termination to increase business flexibility amid economic challenges, drawing mixed reactions from stakeholders.
The German coalition government moves to require medical certificates from day one of illness and ends telephone sick leave, sparking debate over impacts on healthcare and employees.
Amid the 2026 heatwave, German hospitals struggle with inadequate heat protection and funding, while new initiatives begin to address healthcare worker wellbeing.
Gruner AG relocates part of its production from Germany to Serbia, affecting 50 employees, as it adapts to market pressures and rising costs.
SPD youth leader Philipp Türmer condemns Chancellor Merz's plan to increase working hours, warning it exacerbates worker exhaustion and threatens social protections.
German efforts to boost employee motivation and retain older workers include municipal dialogue events and upcoming online forums addressing skilled labor shortages.
Facing poor poll results, NRW's SPD urges federal SPD to refocus on workers and families through improved health reforms and equitable social cost sharing.
IG Metall chair Christiane Benner calls for increased production in Germany’s metal and electrical sectors to protect jobs and maintain industry competitiveness.
Lufthansa's grounding of flights during a labor dispute has triggered strong criticism from the pilot union, citing contradictions and employee insecurity amid capacity reductions and subsidiary takeover considerations.
Eintracht Frankfurt extends Doumbia's contract to 2029 as Götze nears renewal and the team clinches a narrow 1-0 win, with coach Riera noting progress despite challenges.