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Germany’s Minimum Wage Hike In Accordance With The European Minimum Wage Directive
Social Europe
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August 18, 2025
With its latest recommendation in June 2025, the German Minimum Wage Commission has, for the first time, recognised 60 percent of the median wage as a formal reference point for setting the statutory minimum. The move marks a decisive policy shift...
Ana Baliza and Mariana Veloso win the 2025 Book Design Award
Portugal Pulse
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August 18, 2025
The DGLAB announced that in the 8th edition of the award, special mentions were given, each worth 1,500 euros, to the Macedo Cannatà studio for the design of the book ‘Os Ovários das Papoilas’ and to Sofia Gonçalves for the design of “Problemas do...
Is Peace Possible? Nation Publisher Katrina vanden Heuvel on Trump Summits with Putin, Zelensky
Democracy Now!
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This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: President Trump is meeting today at the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the leaders of at least five European nations, including Britain and...
Draft textbook in Kerala says Subhas Chandra Bose ‘fled to Germany in fear of British’, govt says ‘historical mistake’
The Indian Express
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August 18, 2025
A draft school textbook in Kerala, which said Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose had fled to Germany in fear of the British, has courted controversy, with the state government saying the portion with the “historical mistakes” had been corrected. The...
German cultural festival coming to Mansfield
Mansfield News Journal - Ohio
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Mansfield Liederkranz will host Treffen2025, a German cultural festival, during Labor Day weekend. The event, formally known as Landenstreffen der Donauschwaben, will take place Aug. 29-31, according to a community announcement. The festival will...
The one book of the Bible written specifically to unbelievers
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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August 18, 2025
By Robin Schumacher, Exclusive Columnist Monday, August 18, 2025 Unsplash/Logan FisherIn one way, since we all start out life separated from God, every book in the Bible is written to unbelievers because that’s what we are. Scripture says our...
Cologne, Germany: Games industry in search of new winning combo at Gamescom 2025
RTL Today
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August 18, 2025
Gamescom opens in Cologne this week with record crowds expected, as industry giants and indie studios alike look to blockbuster releases such as GTA VI to revive a sector still reeling from mass layoffs and slowing growth. The global games...
Bangor police K-9 inspires book for first-day-of-school jitters
News Center Maine
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August 17, 2025
The book is a dream come true for a new author inspired by the hurdles Bangor's first black Labrador K9 officer overcame in training. BANGOR, Maine — School is just around the corner, and for many kids, there may be some worries about what the new...
German Court Revives Axel Springer Suit Against Adblock Plus
WebProNews
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August 17, 2025
In a surprising turn of events that could upend the digital advertising ecosystem, Germany’s Federal Court of Justice has revived a long-dormant legal battle pitting media giant Axel Springer against Eyeo GmbH, the makers of the popular Adblock...
'Iran, The Land of Legends' hits bookstore shelves
Tehran Times
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August 17, 2025
TEHRAN – “Iran, The Land of Legends” is the latest publication by acclaimed photographer and artist Davoud Vakilzadeh, produced in collaboration with the National Museum of Iran. The elegant large-format volume (24 × 33 cm) spans 280 pages and is...
6 Best Airbnb Stays in Bad Staffelstein, Germany to Book in 2025
TripZilla
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August 17, 2025
The Airbnbs in Bad Staffelstein gives you a glimpse of German luxury and comfort. Bad Staffelstein, nestled in Bavaria’s “Upper Main Eden,” offers a perfect blend of wellness, history, and nature. Visitors can relax at the Obermain Therme,...
8 Best Airbnb Stays in Monschau, Germany to Book in 2025
TripZilla
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August 17, 2025
The Airbnbs in Monschau provide a perfect base for tourists to chill and go explore the lovely town. Monschau is a charming town in western Germany known for its half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and picturesque setting in the Eifel...
Best Airbnbs in Ludwigsburg, Germany to Book in 2025
TripZilla
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August 17, 2025
The Airbnbs in Ludwigsburg are perfect for having a chill and cosy time. Ludwigsburg is a charming town in Germany known for its grand Baroque architecture and rich history. The highlight is the Residenzschloss, one of Europe’s largest Baroque...
German Kids Go To School With Giant Cones. Here's Why.
HuffPost
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August 16, 2025
Back-to-school season in the U.S. involves a number of fun rituals, like shopping for classroom supplies, picking out a special first-day outfit and taking photos with a personalized sign. On the first day of school in Germany, however, you’ll see...
Sinner, Alcaraz book spots in Cincy Open final
ESPN U.S.
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August 17, 2025
Aug 16, 2025, 09:11 PM ET Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will clash in Sunday's Cincinnati Open final after the world's top two players won their respective semifinals Saturday. World No. 1 Sinner and second-ranked Alcaraz will meet in a repeat...
German player spend drops 6% to €9.4bn in 2024
Gamesindustry.biz
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August 15, 2025
German players spent €9.4 billion on games, hardware, and gaming services in 2024, representing a decline of 6% year-on-year. That's according to the 2025 annual report by The German Games Industry Association (Game), which noted that the market...
German bishops face division over same-sex blessings
Catholic Review - Maryland
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August 15, 2025
(OSV News) — A German Catholic spokesman has defended his church’s approach to blessing same-sex couples, despite evidence of deep disagreement among the country’s bishops. “Members of the German bishops’ conference and Central Committee of German...
Trump—With Media's Help—Is Creating American Conditions for 'Good Germans'
Common Dreams
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August 16, 2025
We’re all familiar with Trump’s famous deportation flights of Venezuelans and Kilmar Abrego Garcia to a concentration camp in El Salvador in violation of a court’s order. But did you know there have been over 1,000 such flights in the past few...
John Rabe Communication Center in Heidelberg, Germany
People's Daily Online
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(Xinhua) 15:26, August 16, 2025 This photo taken on Aug. 7, 2025 shows a German version of John Rabe's diaries and a book about him "Rabe and China" at the John Rabe Communication Center in Heidelberg, Germany. John Rabe Communication Center is...
In pics: John Rabe Communication Center in Heidelberg, Germany
Xinhua News Agency
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This photo taken on Aug. 7, 2025 shows a German version of John Rabe's diaries and a book about him "Rabe and China" at the John Rabe Communication Center in Heidelberg, Germany. John Rabe Communication Center is dedicated to commemorating John...