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After throttling Sporting CP, Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich makes case for Lennart Karl to make Germany squad

After throttling Sporting CP, Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich makes case for Lennart Karl to make Germany squad

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COMECE Raises Concerns Over EU Court's Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Impact on National Laws

COMECE Raises Concerns Over EU Court's Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Impact on National Laws

The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) has expressed concerns regarding a recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on the recognition of same-sex marriages across EU member states. The ruling mandates that EU member states must recognize same-sex marriages lawfully concluded in another member state. This decision arose from a case involving a Polish couple married in Germany, whose marriage was not recognized upon their return to Poland due to national laws prohibiting same-sex marriage. COMECE's statement highlights apprehensions about the ruling's implications on national legal systems and the potential erosion of national competencies in defining marriage.

China's $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Highlights Global Economic Dependencies

China's $1 Trillion Trade Surplus Highlights Global Economic Dependencies

China has achieved a record $1 trillion trade surplus, underscoring its manufacturing dominance but also revealing a significant dependency on global demand. This surplus is driven by China's strength in sectors like electric vehicles and robotics, a weak yuan, and low domestic demand. President Xi Jinping's strategy aims to make China a key player in global supply chains while reducing vulnerability to Western trade shocks. However, this approach has not significantly boosted domestic consumption, leaving China reliant on exporting low-cost goods. The surplus has sparked concerns about overcapacity and its impact on global markets, with countries like France and Germany pushing back against Chinese manufacturing dominance.

Germany's 2026 economic growth to get boost from extra working days

Germany's 2026 economic growth to get boost from extra working days

By Rene Wagner and Maria Martinez BERLIN, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Germany's economy is set for a calendar-related boost in 2026, as a slight increase in the number of working days is projected to boost growth by about a third, in a welcome development after two years of contraction.

German industrial output rises more than expected in October

German industrial output rises more than expected in October

By Maria Martinez Dec 8 (Reuters) - German industrial production rose much more than expected in October but economists see no signs of a broader upturn as structural headwinds will continue to take their toll on businesses.

No need to 'break' with US over security policy, German spy chief says

No need to 'break' with US over security policy, German spy chief says

By Sarah Marsh BERLIN, Dec 8 (Reuters) - There is no need for a rupture between Europe and the U.S. over Washington's new Security Strategy warning of "civilizational erasure" in the Old World, Germany's spy chief said on Monday.

German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence

German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the Trump administration’s new national security strategy underscores the need for Europe to become “much more independent” from the United States in terms of security policy

German exports unexpectedly rise in October due to EU trade

German exports unexpectedly rise in October due to EU trade

By Maria Martinez BERLIN, Dec 9 (Reuters) - German exports rose slightly in October, confounding expectations for a decline thanks to European Union trade, while shipments to the United States and China fell sharply.

EU Plans Support Package for Auto Industry Amid Economic Challenges

EU Plans Support Package for Auto Industry Amid Economic Challenges

The European Commission is considering announcing a support package for the automotive sector, potentially including a revised version of the 2035 combustion engine phase-out. The announcement, initially planned for December 10, may be delayed until December 16 or even January, according to an industry source. The package aims to bolster the automotive industry amid economic challenges and regulatory changes. The European Commission has not confirmed the new date, which was first reported by Germany's Tagesspiegel Background.

Zelenskyy Seeks European Support Amidst U.S. Pressure on Peace Proposal

Zelenskyy Seeks European Support Amidst U.S. Pressure on Peace Proposal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking support from European allies after being criticized by President Trump for not accepting a U.S.-authored peace proposal. The proposal, which Russia reportedly supports, involves Ukraine ceding territory, a condition Zelenskyy and European leaders oppose. Zelenskyy met with leaders from the U.K., France, and Germany to solidify European backing. The U.S. proposal has been criticized for potentially legitimizing Russian territorial gains, which European leaders warn could set a dangerous precedent.

German Government Allocates €500 Million for Long COVID Research to Address Global Health Burden

German Government Allocates €500 Million for Long COVID Research to Address Global Health Burden

The German government has announced a significant funding initiative, allocating €500 million (approximately US$582 million) to support research on long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). This funding is part of a National Decade Against Post-Infectious Diseases, set to run from 2026 to 2036. The initiative aims to address the substantial health burden posed by long COVID and other post-infection syndromes, which have become prevalent since the COVID-19 pandemic. In Germany, nearly one in five people were affected by long COVID in 2022, while in the United States, the figure was around one in seven by late 2023. The economic impact of these conditions is significant, with estimates suggesting a global cost of US$1 trillion annually. The funding will support research into various aspects of post-infectious diseases, including pathophysiology, immunology, diagnostics, mental health, and long-term health consequences.

U.S. Space Command Strengthens Coalition Spacepower with CSpO Allies

U.S. Space Command Strengthens Coalition Spacepower with CSpO Allies

U.S. military officials, led by Gen. Chance Saltzman and Gen. Stephen Whiting, joined leaders from the Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Initiative at the French Space Command Headquarters. The meeting reaffirmed the coalition's commitment to deterrence, interoperability, and space warfighting capabilities. The CSpO Initiative includes 10 nations: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The U.S. delegation emphasized the importance of defending U.S. interests in space and the need for integrated coalition capabilities to deter aggression. The initiative aims to enhance space power in response to growing threats and ensure robust operational cooperation among member nations.