The Dutch government opens direct talks with Beijing over the fate of Nexperia

The Dutch government is opening direct talks with Beijing over the fate of Nexperia, the Chinese-owned chipmaker at the heart of a growing diplomatic fight that’s shaking up global car production. Vincent Karremans, the Netherlands’ economy...

German Chancellor Merz Hails Türkiye's Role in Gaza Ceasefire

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed strong support for a new Gaza ceasefire plan, acknowledging the critical mediation efforts by the leaders of Türkiye, Egypt, and Qatar. In an address to the German parliament, Merz characterized the...

Spiegel: Recall of German ambassador is the culmination of prolonged escalation between Georgia's pro-Russian PM Irakli Kobakhidze and Peter Fischer

The recall of Germany's ambassador to Georgia, Peter Fischer, is the culmination of a prolonged escalation between Georgia's pro-Russian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and Peter Fischer, writes the publication Spiegel. The publication notes that...

Germany-Afghanistan, deporting Afghans to Kabul

Germany–Afghanistan: Negotiations to send back Afghans to Kabul The European Union, through Germany, is pulling Afghanistan out of diplomatic isolation—after Syria, which has already managed quite the comeback. Germany is negotiating with the...

Foreign Direct Investment in Defence: Lessons from the Automobile Industry

Introduction Mobility provides advantages to combat forces. The Carthaginian general Hannibal’s legendary crossing of the Alps in 218 BCE is one of history’s most audacious demonstrations of strategic mobility, bypassing Roman forces and taking...

Highlights and Lowlights of 1957

Last week, Christianity Today began its year-by-year showing of what the magazine thought important since it began in 1956. We’ll present what CT published—warts and all, as in an item on segregation noted below. Today’s installment shows...

'Putin is playing with nuclear fire' — Zaporizhzhia power plant blackout ends, but experts warn risks are far from over

A general view of the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine on March 29, 2023. (Andrey Borodulin / AFP via Getty Images) A month-long blackout at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant ended on Oct....

German firms keep faith in Philippines despite corruption woes

Cristina Chi - Philstar.com October 17, 2025 | 9:11am MANILA, Philippines — German businesses continue to view the Philippine market with "confidence" as a viable market for growth, officials from the German Embassy and the German-Philippine...

Scottish mine-clearing charity heading to Gaza to help make the streets safe again

A Scottish-based mine-clearing charity that was backed by Princess Diana is set to send experts to Gaza within weeks to search the warzone for leftover explosives. The Halo Trust, which deactivates explosives in countries that are facing the...

Germany spearheads drive to legitimize Taliban in exchange for migrant deportations

“Afghan citizens who commit crimes in other countries are, of course, personally responsible for their actions, but they also represent the Afghan nation,” said Qani. Upon arriving in Afghanistan, he added, the deportees are dealt with by the...

Pistorius Is Pushing For The Return Of Conscription To The German Army

Boris Pistorius Moscow will notice. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius believes that the resumption of military conscription could be a "deterrence signal" for Russia. This is reported by Spiegel. The coalition in Germany continues to discuss...

Philly’s “Firsts” coming; Food halls explained; Murder charge in Scott case | Morning Roundup

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Mt. Airy climb (Photo by @therowhousecity) The Philadelphia Historic District Partners unveiled the schedule for its “52 Weeks of Firsts” celebrations next year, a list of Philadelphia-born innovations that will be...

India News | Government Committed to Farmers' Welfare: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 19 (ANI): Union Minister for Steel and Heavy Industries, HD Kumaraswamy, has inaugurated the 3rd Agricultural Insect Biocontrol Expo and the 33rd Foundation Day celebration of the ICAR-National Bureau of...

Majority of HR leaders plan to increase overseas recruitment, study finds

Faced with rising economic pressures, companies are increasingly looking beyond their borders to secure the skills they need. More than eight in 10 (86 per cent) companies plan to expand hiring abroad within the next two years, according to a...

German parliament opens debate on military service bill

Germany's Bundestag parliament began its first reading of the contentious bill seeking to reintroduce some form of military service, on a purely voluntary basis at first but with contested plans to add some kind of mandatory component in future if...

From CIA to RAW - Which spy agency dominates the World’s intelligence network?

Home Viral From CIA to RAW - Which spy agency dominates the Worlds intelligence network? Explore the top 10 most powerful intelligence agencies in the world, known for their secret missions, advanced surveillance, and unmatched global influence in...

Germany greenlights €2,000 tax-free earnings for pensioners

Published on 15/10/2025 - 7:00 GMT+2 Germany will introduce an “active pension” from 1 January 2026 that lets people who choose to work past the statutory retirement age earn up to €2,000 per month tax-free. Labour Minister Bärbel Bas framed the...

Child Abduction in Conflicts: Historical Cases and Modern Legal Actions

Mass abductions of children – a topic that has again drawn the attention of the international community, although similar practices have appeared in various historical periods and regions. The emergence of new data about the deportation of...

Ernie Els Leads Dominion Energy Charity Classic After Bogey-Free 67

Published on: October 19, 2025 1:01 PM RICHMOND — South Africa’s Ernie Els continued his brilliant form on Saturday, carding a 5-under-par 67 at The Country Club of Virginia to take a two-stroke lead into the final round of the Dominion Energy...

Trailblazing Jess Fishlock set to sign off legendary career for Wales in style

The word legend is thrown around too easily in football but when it comes to Jess Fishlock, no other word really comes close. Few embody what it means to play for Wales more than the trailblazing midfielder who will bring her near 20-year...