A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: Chancellor Friedrich Merz sees “initial signs of hope” for an economic upturn, pointing […]
Economic upturn: Merz sees signs of hope – but industry continues to cut jobs Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: On August 27, 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed the
Von der Leyen wants to mobilize 10 trillion euros of private savings for EU companies. Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has unexpectedly drawn a line regarding the planned sugar
Sugar tax: Klingbeil halts levy on zero-sugar drinks – but the revenue motive remains Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: Ahead of the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, the discourse surrounding a potential AfD
Anyone who thwarts an AfD election victory undermines democracy Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian The new EU Packaging Regulation has been in effect across all member states
Brussels is now even regulating the disposal of used tea bags and coffee capsules Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: As early as June, Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned against “pessimism and doom-mongering regarding
Tax relief: Much ado about nothing – Merz calls for optimism Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: In the summer of 2026, political initiatives are gaining momentum that could reshape
From Watchdog to the Watched – How Press Freedom Is to Be Curtailed Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: In mid-August 2026, Thuringia’s Minister-President Mario Voigt is fighting against the revocation of
The Mario Voigt Case: How a political farce is destroying ever more trust Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian: The Junge Union Brandenburg wants to have the feasibility of a spaceport in
Junge Union wants spaceport in Brandenburg – demand first, think later Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian The EU age verification system aims to keep children below a set age
EU age verification for social networks – a Trojan horse Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian The draft legislation on long-term care from June 2026 announces plans to roll
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian On August 3, 2026, Reuters reported a record low water level for the
Historic Heatwaves and Droughts – Europe’s Forgotten Record-Breaking Years Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian Hanover and Lüneburg, July 29, 2026: The district election committee denied Stephan Bothe
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian Berlin, July 25, 2026: The well-known Islamist Abdul B. allegedly attacked the CSD
The Judiciary in Germany: Is the State Losing Its Sense of Proportion? Read More »
A commentary by our author Klaus Bastian Leading federal politicians are discovering a surprisingly convenient way out of the political
