A look at several global business trends: optimism in Zimbabwe's mining sector, challenges for German manufacturers, exploitation of African truck drivers in Germany, and homeownership disparities in Europe. Read more...

A roundup of today's top political and innovative news stories, including US support for Mayor Wu, a Zimbabwe therapy innovation in Washington, and a Ukraine minerals deal. Read more...

German news roundup: Zimbabwean truckers strike over exploitation, wine consumption declines due to economic pressures, and SAP's CEO enjoys a massive salary thanks to rising stock prices. Read more...