Federal and state governments provide €215 million towards expansion of Vishay plant in Itzehoe
The federal government and Schleswig-Holstein have handed Vishay Siliconix a joint grant of around €215 million to expand chip production in Itzehoe…
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High heating oil prices lead to more small orders and higher costs
The high cost of heating oil is prompting many households to place smaller orders on 30 October 2026. Suppliers report more delivery trips and higher unit costs.
Baden-Württemberg halts automatic reporting of gender changes to police
Interior Minister Manuel Hagel has announced plans to halt the automatic transfers from the population register. The decision follows strong criticism from…
Cochem-Brauheck: 70 families without heating – reports of unpaid gas bills
In Cochem-Brauheck, around 70 families have reportedly been without heating for months as of 30 October 2026; unpaid gas bills owed by the landlord are cited as the cause…
Stuttgart reroutes Gen Z demonstration onto Federal Highway 14
Concerned about potential damage to shops, the city of Stuttgart is changing the route of the Gen Z demonstration announced for 31 October: the rally will be held on the Planie, with the march…
Halloween 2026: Events taking place across Germany
Cities and theme parks across Germany are offering a range of Halloween events around 31 October. Here’s an overview of dates, formats and safety advice.
Parents in Bitz call for greater protection at primary school after attack
After an attack on an eight-year-old in Bitz, parents are calling for more supervision and school social work. The municipality and Zollernalbkreis District Office are considering measures.
Makerspaces in Kaiserslautern attract many users in 2026
New and expanded makerspaces in Kaiserslautern have seen a marked increase in visitors in 2026. The adult education centre, schools and associations are pooling expensive equipment and driving…
Kiel court halts surveillance of Christian B. – electronic tag remains
Kiel District Court has ended the round-the-clock surveillance of Christian B. The electronic tag and other supervision requirements…
Deutsche Bahn begins installing six temporary bridges on Holstenstraße in Hamburg
Deutsche Bahn has begun lifting six temporary bridges into place at the Holstenstraße railway bridge in Hamburg-Altona. The road is…
Koblenz unveils plans for new synagogue – construction to begin in 2027
The Jewish Community of Koblenz and the city have presented the Weißer Gasse site and are targeting March 2027 for the start of construction. The federal and state governments have pledged funding…
Luxembourg reports Xylella in vineyards – Upper Moselle prepares
Luxembourg has confirmed Xylella fastidiosa in three Moselle vineyards. Along the Upper Moselle, German authorities are stepping up inspections and advising on protective measures.
Xylella on the Moselle: Luxembourg reports infection, Rhineland-Palatinate takes samples
Luxembourg has confirmed Xylella fastidiosa in Moselle vineyards near Mertert and Grevenmacher. Rhineland-Palatinate is responding with sampling, inspections and close…
Ulm’s Nabada: “Nabada” trademark application turns out to be an alleged fake
On 30 October 2026, Ulm’s traditional Danube parade, the “Nabada”, made headlines after an application appeared in the trademark register under the name Red Bull…
Police search for suspect after attack in Mannheim-Neckarstadt-West
A man was injured following an altercation on 30 October 2026 in Pumpwerkstraße. Police cordoned off a large area and searched for…