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Pilots’ mental health under the spotlight after Air India crash
The Times
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Germanwings Flight 9525 was four minutes into its cruise at 38,000ft when it began a rapid but controlled descent. Ten minutes later, and after much commotion in the cabin, it smashed into an Alpine mountainside at almost 500mph, killing all 150...
German inflation unexpectedly falls to 2% in June, hitting ECB's target
CNBC
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June 30, 2025
Janine Kraft, store manager of the Tante Enso store in Wörlitz, Germany, sorts goods onto the shelves. Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty Images Germany's annual inflation rate unexpectedly eased to 2% in June, bringing Europe's largest...
Germany: Protest and tribunal oppose Gaza genocide, state repression
World Socialist Web Site
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July 1, 2025
On Saturday, around 500 people demonstrated in Duisburg against the genocide in Gaza and the repression directed at those who express solidarity with the Palestinians. Following the demonstration, those affected gave testimony at a public...
Germany Spent Over €17 Billion on Housing Support in 2024
American Renaissance
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June 30, 2025
Nearly half of Germany’s €17.68 billion in housing support for 2024 was paid out to foreigners, according to new government data cited by Bild. The money, distributed as part of the Bürgergeld welfare system, was used to cover rent, heating,...
German engineer crashed concept car on Crown Range Road
Otago Daily Times
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June 30, 2025
A German vehicle development engineer crashed a test sports car on the Crown Range Road, while driving three times the recommended speed limit. The car driven by Marcus Foerderung, 30, was a "concept sports vehicle" — fitted with a trade plate —...
Biotechnology vs. Biomedical Engineering: Which degree is better for a future in healthcare tech?
The Times of India
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As healthcare technology accelerates across the globe, students are increasingly drawn to two interdisciplinary fields at the cutting edge of innovation: biotechnology and biomedical engineering. Both promise high-impact careers, but they offer...
Lowe's Foundation announces 12 new Gable Grants to combat worker shortage
Woodworking Network
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MOORESVILLE, N.C. — The Lowe's Foundation has announced 12 new Gable Grants for community and technical colleges to help solve America's critical skilled trades worker shortage. The funding expands the foundation's nationwide network of Gable...
Germany-Based MTU Maintenance Expands Fort Worth, Texas, MRO Operations
Area Development
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June 30, 2025
Related Research Germany-based MTU Maintenance, a company specializing in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), plans to expand its operations in Fort Worth, Texas. The $120 million project is expected to create 1,200 jobs. The...
Germany debates populist stance of deputy head of state
Deutsche Welle
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June 30, 2025
When she was elected to the post in March, Julia Klöckner — an archconservative who enjoys wading in to culture wars — was considered a surprising choice for president of the German parliament, and she has done little to allay those concerned...
Employers classified under the Educational Services industry file 1,221 H-1B petitions in Illinois throughout 2024
Prairie State Wire - Illinois
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June 30, 2025
Ur Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. | https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/organization/leadership/ur-m-jaddou-director-us-citizenship-and-immigration-servicesUr Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship...
German inflation eases to 2.0% in June, defying forecasts
WKZO - Michigan
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June 30, 2025
By Maria Martinez BERLIN (Reuters) -German inflation eased in June, preliminary data from the federal statistics office showed on Monday, despite forecasts suggesting a slight increase in price pressures in Europe’s largest economy. German...
Four Observations from Germany’s inaugural EURO 2025 win over Poland
Bavarian Football Works
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July 6, 2025
On Friday, Germany defeated Poland 2-0 to open their account at the Women’s European Championships. It was an important three points with upcoming group stage matches against Denmark (Tuesday) and Sweden (Saturday). Poland came to play Germany...
Germany: Asylum-seeker numbers on the rise in 2024
Deutsche Welle
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June 30, 2025
The number of asylum-seekers in Germany rose by 4.1% in 2024 in comparison to 2023, from 3.18 million to 3.3 million, the German Central Register of Foreign Nationals said on Monday. The figures, published by the Federal Statistical Office,...
Germany to raise hourly min wage to €13.90 by 2026, €14.60 by 2027
Fibre 2 Fashion
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Germany will gradually raise its hourly minimum wage to €14.60 (~$17.11) by 2027 from €12.82, as per proposals from a government-appointed commission comprising employers and trade union representatives.The figure is lower than what the ruling...
Pavlyuchenkova fumes as Wimbledon technology fails, 37yo German storms into quarters
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 6, 2025
Wimbledon's move to electronic line calls has raised the ire of Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova after the Russian lost a key point because the system was "deactivated". A ball that clearly landed long in her Centre Court match against Sonay Kartal was...
German Chancellor Merz criticized for anti-Iran positions
Mehr News Agency
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June 30, 2025
Asked about the German interior minister’s recent visit to the occupied Palestinian territories and his plans to boost ties with the Zionist regime, Esmaeil Baghaei said at a presser on Monday that the stances taken by Germany and France on the...
German minimum wage to rise about 14 percent during next 18 months
News Tribune - Missouri
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June 30, 2025
BERLIN (AP) -- Germany's minimum wage is set to rise by about 14 percent over the next 18 months under an agreement that appears to defuse a potentially divisive issue for the new government. A commission in which employers and labor unions are...
German Chancellor Hammered for Anti-Iran Stances
Tasnim News Agency
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Asked about the German interior minister’s recent visit to the occupied Palestinian territories and his plans to boost ties with the Zionist regime, Esmaeil Baqaei said at a presser on Monday that the stances taken by Germany and France on the...
Who is Love Island's Boris? Age, background, job, and more as Casa Amor bombshell eyes up Shakira
Cosmopolitan UK
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July 6, 2025
The Casa Amor boys for this year's Love Island are on the way, and we can't wait for them to join the villa on Monday 7th July. Amongst the line-up is 28-year-old model Boris, who already has his eye on Shakira... "I’m super attracted to...
Jobs massacre spreads across key industries in Germany
World Socialist Web Site
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June 30, 2025
While the German government is pouring hundreds of billions of euros into rearmament and war, the jobs massacre in the automotive, supplier, chemical, steel and other key industries continues unabated and is now extending to the services sector....