A look at recent German news, including controversies surrounding Fasnet celebrations, a shocking crime in Lower Saxony, criticism of the CDU/CSU, and results from the Hamburg election. Read more...

Germany's CDU/CSU and SPD agree on a massive spending package for defense and infrastructure, while Hamburg election results show a close race. Plus, a court ruling in Biberach. Read more...

A roundup of the latest political news including election updates in Italy, drug deportation considerations in Germany, an expulsion case in France, MSNBC ratings, and Slovak police vehicle redesigns. Read more...

This week's political news includes an assault on a French official, reflections on German elections, and updates on road safety statistics. Read more...