The European Union is in a ‘Barbieland’, presenting itself as a model of harmony and unity while beneath the surface several tensions threaten the unity of the bloc. At least, that’s the verdict of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) in a new report.

Most people applying for German citizenship will need to take the citizenship test to prove their understanding of German life and society. Here’s how you can book the test – and where you can take it.

Germany is a great country to live in but there are challenges. We look at some of the reasons foreign residents struggle and share some tips.

Volkswagen managers and workers representatives will start crunch talks in Hanover on Wednesday, following the German group’s announcement that drastic cost-cutting measures are needed to keep the carmaker competitive.

Joe Biden will travel to Angola next month in his first and probably only visit to Africa as president, also stopping off in Germany as he shores up US alliances in his final months in office.

Lufthansa extends suspension of flights to Middle East, search for German tourists after flooding in Italy, business morale worsens again and more news from around Germany on Wednesday.

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn is taking actions to improve its reliability, according to officials. For now these include allowing customers to book tickets a year in advance, and adding more long-distance connections.

The German and French capitals are currently connected by a night train route that launched at the end of 2023. Now a fast and direct daytime connection will be added.

This little word has big consequences.

Whether a film, dance or sports enthusiast or if you prefer sitting down with a good book – there’s an event for everyone in Germany this October.