3 h. ago Merz and Germany’s New Government Face a Tricky Challenge: an AfD

Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s coalition is weighing how to confront the Alternative for Germany party, which has been rising in the polls.

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19 h. ago Smart home devices used to monitor domestic workers raise safety concerns

The growing use of smart home devices is undermining the privacy and safety of domestic workers. New research from King's College London reveals how surveillance technologies reinforce a sense of constant monitoring and control by domestic workers' employers, increasing their vulnerability and impacting their mental well-being.

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22 h. ago Chancellor Merz Brands Trump Admin 'Absurd' for Raising Concerns About German Democracy

On his first full day in office, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz lashed out at the Trump administration for raising concerns about the state of democracy in the European nation following the green light to spy on the opposition AfD party. The post Chancellor Merz Brands Trump Admin ‘Absurd’ for Raising Concerns About German Democracy appeared first on Breitbart.

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22 h. ago New travel rules, same confusion: 'REAL ID' raises questions, concerns among college

Students could be adversely impacted by REAL ID, due to either the age requirements for students who recently turned 18 or lack of communication about the enforcement date.

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27 h. ago Friedrich Merz Has a Tough Job as Germany’s Chancellor. It Just Got Tougher.

Friedrich Merz’s halting path to the chancellor’s office inflamed his challenges at home and abroad, including a threat from the far right.

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39 h. ago Conservative leader Merz overcomes historic defeat to become Germany’s chancellor

Conservative leader Merz overcomes historic defeat to become Germany’s chancellor  Los Angeles Times

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40 h. ago Dangerous fungus could spread to parts of US, researchers claim

Some scientists are raising concerns about Aspergillus, a potentially deadly fungus that could spread across regions of the U.S., Europe, and Asia. This mold flourishes in warm, humid environments.

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41 h. ago Friedrich Merz Becomes German Chancellor After Winning Second Vote

Friedrich Merz secured the top job but only after losing on his first attempt, a surprise that potentially weakens his government at a fraught time for Germany and Europe

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42 h. ago Fetterman lashes out at 'hit piece' after confrontation with reporter about his health

Pennsylvania Democrat John Fetterman slammed a New York Magazine "hit piece" that raised concerns from former and current staff that he was unfit for office.

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46 h. ago Germany’s Friedrich Merz named chancellor after parliamentary setback

Germany’s Friedrich Merz named chancellor after parliamentary setback  The Washington Post

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49 h. ago Germany’s Merz fails to secure parliamentary votes to become chancellor

Germany’s Merz fails to secure parliamentary votes to become chancellor  The Washington Post

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50 h. ago Who Is Friedrich Merz, Who Lost First Parliamentary Vote to Become Germany’s Chancellor?

Supporters of the former corporate lawyer say he is well-prepared and thoughtful, but critics accuse him of failing to think more than one step ahead and breaking promises.

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52 h. ago Merz Fails in First Parliament Vote to Become Germany’s Next Chancellor

The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a first ballot in Parliament.

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53 h. ago Germany's parliament set to elect Friedrich Merz as new chancellor

Germany's parliament is set to elect conservative Friedrich Merz as its new chancellor on Tuesday.

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53 h. ago Friedrich Merz fails in first round of voting to become next chancellor of Germany

Germany's parliament failed to elect conservative Friedrich Merz as its new chancellor in a first round of voting on Tuesday.

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53 h. ago German lawmakers reject Friedrich Merz as chancellor in a stunning 1st round

The setback is a major embarrassment for the leader of the center-right Christian Democrats, less than three months after winning the most votes in Germany's federal election.

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53 h. ago German lawmakers confirm Friedrich Merz as chancellor in a second vote

Friedrich Merz won the vote to become the next German chancellor on Tuesday after a second vote in parliament, hours after an unprecedented defeat in the first round of voting.

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54 h. ago What happens on 'bad days': Troubling revelations about John Fetterman and Joe Biden

Senator John Fetterman responds to report raising concerns about his mental health, disputing claims from former staff and calling it inaccurate.

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57 h. ago Friedrich Merz, Germany’s New Leader, Leaps Into a World of Crises

Friedrich Merz is becoming chancellor at the most challenging time for Germany since reunification 35 years ago.

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2 d. ago As Backlash to Trump’s Tariffs Grows, Europe Boycotts American Brands

A shifting perception of the United States amid President Trump’s trade war is prompting Europeans to pivot decisively away from U.S. goods and services.

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