Daily Briefing 31.03.2025, 17:09 (CEST)

German media giant Bertelsmann expects disruption from US tariffs

German media conglomerate Bertelsmann could see disruption from US President Donald Trump's tariff dispute with Canada.

Defying the scaremongers, German book fair draws record visitors

A record number of visitors have attended Germany's popular Leipzig Book Fair this year, according to figures revealed on the final day of the four-day event on Sunday.

German president welcomes Armenia's pro-EU shift in 'historic' visit

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Monday promised to support Armenia's strategic shift towards the European Union on a visit described by his Armenian counterpart as "historic."

German government debt climbs to almost €2.7 trillion

German inflation fell by 0.1 percentage points to 2.2% in March, official figures showed on Monday.

Former Germany goalkeeper Almuth Schult ends career

Former German women's national team goalkeeper Almuth Schult has ended her trophy laden career, the German Football Federation (DFB) said.

German minister touts success in tackling smuggling at London summit

Germany's acting interior minister on Monday touted her administration's success in combating human trafficking, as representatives from 40 countries met in London for a conference on illeg...

Hoffenheim coach Ilzer wants to play for Bundesliga title by 2030

Hoffenheim coach Christian Ilzer has big ambitions with the struggling Bundesliga club as he said he wants to play for the title in five years.

Microsoft showcases AI-powered virtual assistant at Hanover trade fair

Microsoft is showcasing cutting-edge AI-powered virtual assistants at Hannover Messe, the world's largest industry event for machinery and electronic technology, which starts on Monday.

Civil rights group warns of increased device scrutiny at US border

US civil rights organization Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) advises tourists, students and workers entering the United States to prepare for heightened scrutiny of their electronic de...

Dortmund and Union boost chances as Freiburg and Mainz hopes dented

Borussia Dortmund reignited a late charge for the European places with a 3-1 home win on Sunday which complicated Mainz's hopes of Champions League qualification.