Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.

A planet-first diet can feed the world by 2050 while improving the environment, new scientific analysis finds
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Nearly everyone on the planet could have access to nutritious, culturally appropriate food by 2050 — all while improving the environment — if nations work together to implement a “planetary health diet,” a new report...

Germany’s renewable power capacity to reach 509.9GW in 2035, forecasts GlobalData
GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Germany Power Market Trends and Analysis by Capacity, Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Regulations, Key Players and Forecast to 2035’, provides detailed insights into Germany’s power sector. The report covers...
Greenpeace activists block Zeebrugge LNG terminal
Around 70 Greenpeace activists blocked the LNG terminal in the port of Zeebrugge on Wednesday to campaign against the import of liquefied natural gas from Russia and the United States. No tankers can currently enter the terminal. Early on...

UPS Batteries For Explosive (EX & ATEX) Environments
Perth, Australia (ABN Newswire) - Altech Batteries Limited (ASX:ATC,OTC:ALTHF) (FRA:A3Y) (OTCMKTS:ALTHF) pleased to announce its immediate entry into the sodium nickel chloride (SNC) (or previously referred as sodium alumina solid state (SAS)),...

Missing German tourist rescued
BALAKOT: A German tourist who had lost her way while hiking in Naran was successfully rescued by police following a determined six-hour search operation on Thursday. According to local police, a group of seven German nationals had arrived in Naran...

Sen. Baldwin on shutdown, Return of prescribed burns, Oktoberfest and German heritage celebrations
We talk to U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin about the federal government shutdown. Then, we learn about the return of prescribed burns for wildlife management. And, we dig into Wisconsin’s Oktoberfest traditions and German lineage. Featured in this...

Germany bans Tesla Cybertruck due to EU safety violations
The electric Tesla Cybertruck (Image source: Tesla) Germany has decided not to approve the Tesla Cybertruck for road use. The electric pickup truck was found to violate EU safety standards when members of the US Army applied for a permit. Tesla is...
EEX Awarded Mandate As Platform For The Auctioning And Sale Of National Emission Certificates In Germany From 2026
The European Energy Exchange AG (EEX) was mandated by the German Federal Environment Agency to conduct the auctioning and sale of emission certificates (nEZ) within the German national emissions trading system (nEHS) from 2026 onwards. Thus, EEX...

German government pledges more than €2 bln for nuclear fusion
The German government will invest more than 2 billion euros by 2029 to support its ambition to build the first nuclear fusion reactor in the country. In its fusion energy action plan, the government said the funds will flow into research and...
The bizarre doorbell prankster tormenting a German town was actually a slug
In Bavaria, residents were left baffled by a string of late-night disturbances. For hours, doorbells buzzed nonstop, making it seem as though pranksters were working in shifts to keep the neighborhood awake. Neighbors called each other in concern,...

Tankers change course as Greenpeace blockade of liquified gas terminal ends
Zeebrugge, Belgium, After almost 30 hours of blockade in the Zeebrugge gas terminal, Greenpeace Belgium activists have been removed and arrested. The Greenpeace ship Witness has been towed away by authorities. The liquified gas tanker Arctic...

Armenia to receive EUR 15.6 million grant from Germany
ArmInfo. The Government of Armenia approved the Technical Cooperation Agreement with the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany during its regular meeting On October 2. The agreement provides for the following assistance: 1. Development of...
Climatism In Europe Is Dying
Via eugyppius.com, On September 25th 2018, US President Donald Trump delivered his first speech before the United Nations General Assembly. At one point he warned Germany about its plans for Nord Stream 2, which he said would make the country...

Germany needs stronger focus on decentralised energy solutions for cost-efficient transition - analysis
A consistent focus on decentralised renewable energy sources and storage solutions can lead to billions of euros in savings and additional value creation for Germany over the next two decades, consultancy Roland Berger has found in an analysis...

German coalition government at odds over rejection of EU’s 2035 combustion engine ban
The German coalition government has not yet agreed on a position regarding the EU’s 2035 ban on the sale of new combustion engine vehicles, environment minister Carsten Schneider from the Social Democratic Party (SPD) said. Newspaper Tagesspiegel...

German companies show growing interest in investing in Egypt: Ambassador
German Ambassador to Cairo Jürgen Schulz has said that trade exchange between Egypt and Germany has reached €5bn, adding that many German companies are increasingly interested in investing in the Egyptian market. Speaking at a press conference...

German envoy discusses climate action, trade with Punjab CM
Published on: September 29, 2025 7:07 AM German Ambassador to Pakistan Ina Lepel called on Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, on Sunday. Matters relating to the promotion of education, innovation in curriculum, and opportunities for...

The US towns that look exactly like places in Europe
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Ishaq Dar meets new German, Hungarian Ambassadors; vows stronger bilateral ties
The newly appointed German Ambassador to Pakistan, Ina Lepel, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad on Thursday. During the meeting, Dar underscored the importance of enhancing political, trade, and investment...

German fashion, textile sector unite on future EPR concept
The German associations have shared a declaration of intent and position paper to take joint responsibility and contribute to a sustainable solution for textiles with regard to EPR at an early stage. The associations note that the introduction of...