A roundup of global news covering topics from drought in Morocco and pension disputes in the UK to sexual violence cases in France and political negotiations in New Caledonia. Read more...

Friedrich Merz meets with Emmanuel Macron to discuss key issues, while the Hamburg election sees a heated battle for second place. Plus, a look at the influence of right-wing figure Götz Kubitschek. Read more...

Unions are fighting on two fronts: demanding support for families of victims of the military dictatorship and warning of massive job losses in higher education. Plus, an update on German political talks. Read more...

A review of the German TV show "Maybrit Illner" and its attempt to set the stage for political discussions between the Union and SPD, noting Jens Spahn's dissenting voice. Read more...