Angela Merkel could remain German Chancellor until at least 2021 since the parties, supporting her, are likely to win the next federal election in the country, Sputnik cited head of the Christian Social Union in Bavaria (CSU) Horst Seehofer as  saying on Sunday. CSU takes part in a coalition of three German parties – alongside the Christian Democratic union (CDU) and the Social Democrats that has formed the country’s current government, led by Merkel. "In the last election to the Bundestag Read more [...]

Reuters, 26/07 14:34 CET By Michael Nienaber BERLIN (Reuters) – Germany needs to double its financial support to federal states struggling with a surge of refugees and tougher rules are needed to prevent the abuse of asylum procedures, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Bavarian ally said on Sunday. The comments by Bavaria’s state premier, Horst Seehofer, highlight growing tensions in one of Read more [...]

BERLIN (Sputnik) – The European Union should cancel visa-free regime with the Balkan states, head of the Christian Social Union in Bavaria (CSU) Horst Seehofer said Sunday. CSU takes part in the coalition of three German parties — alongside the Christian Democratic union (CDU) and the Social Democrats — that has formed the country’s current government, led by Merkel. "I stand for returning the visa regime for people from the Balkans. … It is unclear why we take people from the Read more [...]

BERLIN (Sputnik) – Angela Merkel could remain German Chancellor until at least 2021 since the parties, supporting her, are likely to win the next federal election in the country, head of the Christian Social Union in Bavaria (CSU) Horst Seehofer said Sunday. CSU takes part in a coalition of three German parties – alongside the Christian Democratic union (CDU) and the Social Democrats that has formed the country’s current government, led by Merkel. "In the last election to the Bundestag Read more [...]

There may be few book titles as universally familiar as Adolf Hitler's "Mein Kampf." During his 1924 imprisonment following a failed coup attempt in Munich, Hitler dictated his tome to Rudolf Hess, who would later become his deputy. "Mein Kampf," which translates as "My Struggle," set forth Hitler's plans for Germany's future under the Third Reich. Though the initial print run was low, at the height of his power Hitler made sure that every German household had a copy of "Mein Kampf," resulting Read more [...]

There may be few book titles as universally familiar as Adolf Hitler's "Mein Kampf." During his 1924 imprisonment following a failed coup attempt in Munich, Hitler dictated his tome to Rudolf Hess, who would later become his deputy. "Mein Kampf," which translates as "My Struggle," set forth Hitler's plans for Germany's future under the Third Reich. Though the initial print run was low, at the height of his power Hitler made sure that every German household had a copy of "Mein Kampf," resulting Read more [...]

Tobacco Dock   Tobacco Dock in Wapping is to play host to the country’s largest celebration of Oktoberfest. Britain’s tribute to the famous German beer festival is expected to attract around 24,000 visitors over four days. Running from October 8 to 11, the event promises a “traditional German festival complete with steins of authentic beer, live music, full Oktoberfest decoration, Bavarian food and German-themed games.” The event will Read more [...]

Tobacco Dock   Tobacco Dock in Wapping is to play host to the country’s largest celebration of Oktoberfest. Britain’s tribute to the famous German beer festival is expected to attract around 24,000 visitors over four days. Running from October 8 to 11, the event promises a “traditional German festival complete with steins of authentic beer, live music, full Oktoberfest decoration, Bavarian food and German-themed games.” The event will Read more [...]

MUNICH, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Six people were injured in an ammonia leak accident on Friday in southern German state of Bavaria, local police said.Ammonia gas leaked from the cooling system in a large butchery in the city of Kemnath, forcing an evacuation of about 400 employees due to safety consideration, a police spokesperson said.One of the injured received first aid on the scene, while the others have been sent to hospital, who are suffering breathing difficulties, eye irritation and Read more [...]

MUNICH, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Six people were injured in an ammonia leak accident on Friday in southern German state of Bavaria, local police said.Ammonia gas leaked from the cooling system in a large butchery in the city of Kemnath, forcing an evacuation of about 400 employees due to safety consideration, a police spokesperson said.One of the injured received first aid on the scene, while the others have been sent to hospital, who are suffering breathing difficulties, eye irritation and Read more [...]