Review today’s top topics
Désirée Pruijsten lives with her family in Norway: Désirée Pruijsten, a 34-year-old mother of two, emigrated with her family from the Netherlands to Rendalen in Norway and now lives in a wooden house in nature. Despite facing challenges, such as long trips to shop and extreme winter conditions, the family still feels comfortable in their new home. Go to article
Bailiff stabbed in Bexbach: In Saarland, a 58-year-old bailiff was killed with a knife during a law enforcement action in Bexbach, and a suspect was arrested. Justice Minister Petra Berg (SPD) was deeply affected by the violent death of a Saarland court employee. Go to article
Hubert G. received a fine for parking on a dirt road: Hubert G. from Brannenburg parked his car on a dirt road to walk his dog and received a fine of 55 euros for doing so. A police spokesperson explained that the inspection was carried out because of massive complaints from farmers. Go to article
Acquittal in Hanna murder case: The accused in the murder of student Hanna from Aschau was acquitted after taking evidence revealed fatal flaws in the investigation. Judge Heike Will tearfully apologized to the defendant and defense attorney Regina Rick demanded consequences for the investigators involved. Go to article
The online store shares clothes from the fashion trash heap: A website in Germany is sharing “recycled” clothing from landfills to draw attention to the negative impacts of textile oversupply. Barbara Metz of German Environmental Aid criticized the fact that fast fashion has turned fashion into a disposable product and called for restrictions on mass production. Go to article
The most talked about topic today
Judgment against climate activists: Ten activists from the “Last Generation” had to pay 403,137.68 euros in damages to the Lufthansa Group after they blocked Hamburg airport and paralyzed 57 flights. Go to article
“It would be interesting to know which NGOs are now paying the fines for the glue? And since they are financed by taxes, we can make a triple guess as to who will ultimately foot the bill.” For original comments
Dealing with the AfD: An article written by Gabor Steingart compares the firm rejection of the AfD to the non-recognition of the GDR and argues that this did more harm than good. Go to article
“How the paradox of tolerance is systematically ignored in the media in favor of tolerance of those whose goal is the direct destruction of the lives of (marginalized) people and who objectify and dehumanize others.” For original comments
Tragic pension policy: Germany’s pension policy was criticized as irresponsible as billions of dollars were spent before consulting experts, something that has been happening for 40 years due to fear of voters. Go to article
“Of course you have to work on the entire pension system. No politician wants to touch it with pliers. At the same time, billions in government spending must be cut significantly.” For original comments
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