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Influencer Triggers Police Operation at Alexanderplatz

A Berlin influencer had promised to exchange hundreds of sneakers for old shoes. Police had to intervene. The news in our blog.

Podcaster Ryl: "You can learn a lot about history through East German football"

Gregor Ryl travels extensively – whether on village squares across the country or at Champions League matches. In an interview, the football expert and author discusses particularly atmospheric stadiums, Diego…

Sneaker swap: hundreds gather for influencer action at Alexanderplatz - police deployment

New sneakers for old: Hundreds of people came to Berlin's Alexanderplatz in the afternoon for a streamer's exchange offer. But police were also called in.

Reinickendorf: Firecrackers Trouble Again! Police Stop 25 Youths

Zelenskyy visits Berlin for security conference

Due to a visit by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and a security conference with multiple heads of state, Berlin experienced numerous traffic restrictions on Tuesday. Wednesday is also expected to see…

Berlin's Left Party postpones decision on MP Emde again

Greens and SPD in Berlin reject CDU's coalition sounding offer

Charlottenburg: 25-Year-Old Arrested After Four Robberies

No Coalition Talks with CDU, Greens, and SPD – Evers Says 'My Hand is Extended'

On Tuesday evening, the CDU, SPD, and Greens met in the House of Representatives. Topics discussed included the budget and the Expo bid.

Hundreds of youths at Berlin's Alexanderplatz: influencer sneaker exchange triggers police operation and is called off

Content creator Marli wanted to give away 500 pairs of white Nike Air Force 1 sneakers at Alexanderplatz. The crowds were so large that the action had to be called off.

Andreas Thelen

High-Speed Chase in Charlottenburg: Car Plows Over Sidewalk – Police Open Fire

While fleeing from a police check, a car drove over sidewalks and endangered pedestrians. The two occupants were arrested.

Masked robber hits four Berlin shops in half an hour

Wild chase near Kurfürstendamm: Berlin police stop car with shot

A fleeing motorist raced across sidewalks near the Ku'damm – putting pedestrians in mortal danger. A police officer drew his weapon.

Missing Lisa (13) from Marzahn: Police Seek Witnesses

Vonovia partner in crisis: timber construction pioneer Gropyus files multiple subsidiaries for insolvency

Vonovia has high hopes for serial timber construction. A partner company is now facing financing difficulties.

Nagel: Interest Rate Hike Likely in December

Police Search for 13-Year-Old Lisa from Marzahn – Have You Seen Her?

Lisa T. left her apartment on Golliner Straße on Tuesday morning. Her whereabouts have been unknown since. Police are appealing for information.

Black carpet at Brandenburg Gate: climate activists install "Walk of Shame" for environmental offenders in Berlin

In front of the Brandenburg Gate, the organization LobbyControl presented an award to oil corporation ExxonMobil. Several prominent figures were also present, including author Marc-Uwe Kling.

Handball: Hanning says Berlin will "play a role" at 2029 World Championship

The home World Championship in January will not feature any games in Berlin. But Bob Hanning already has his sights on the next World Championship – and is dropping a promising hint.

Berlin-Charlottenburg: man robs four shops in half an hour - arrested

Within about half an hour, a masked man allegedly robbed four shops in Berlin-Charlottenburg. But he didn't get far on his escape.

Government formation in Berlin: Berlin CDU offers coalition talks, Greens and SPD reject

The Left, Greens, and SPD in Berlin have already begun coalition negotiations. Nevertheless, the Greens and SPD are meeting with the CDU. Why? And what came out of it?

One year of "Tree Law": where Berlin stands on climate adaptation

A year ago, the Berlin House of Representatives passed the city's climate adaptation law – commonly known as the tree law. It aims to make the city heat-resistant, with hundreds of thousands of new street trees. The initial results are…

Metal parts found in Halloween candy in Falkensee and Rauen too

Brandenburg police are now investigating multiple cases of tampered Halloween candy. Following incidents in Elbe-Elster and Oder-Spree, a nail was found in a chocolate bar in the Havelland region.

Hertha fan's song plays in stadium – but he won't go for superstitious reasons

Spandau musician Kosta sings about Berlin's spirit as felt by the younger generation. He has now provided the title song for the new Hertha documentary.

Police Search for Missing 13-Year-Old Lisa Tạ with Photos

Thirteen-year-old Lisa Tạ has been missing since Tuesday morning. She was last seen in Berlin-Marzahn. Police are now searching for her.

Tropical Islands: Man Convicted of Rape Sentenced to 3.5 Years

After Juli Zeh's resignation: judge election not until next year, says CDU

Dismantling of Berlin's Linden Tunnel to begin Wednesday

The Linden Tunnel has been out of service since 1951. Starting Wednesday, the former streetcar tunnel will be dismantled. Traffic restrictions will remain in place until the end of next year.

Berlin Meeting: Greens Reject Kenya Coalition

Auto supplier Schaeffler to close Berlin sites: 270 engineering and programmer jobs at risk

The globally active corporation plans to close sites in Germany and cut 2,660 jobs. The IG Metall union calls it a "fatal signal for Germany as an industrial location."

Clearing begins for Red Bull plant expansion in Baruth/Mark

A new Red Bull can factory in Baruth/Mark requires clearing 17 hectares of pine forest. According to a spokesperson, work began at the start of the week. The plant's expansion remains controversial.

Coalition talks: Red-Green-Red negotiations continue in Berlin

Following Monday's opening round, the Left Party, Greens, and SPD are meeting again for coalition talks in Berlin. Here's what steps come next.

Dispute over Vanessa Emde: Berlin Left Party postpones decision again

Pressure on Emde is growing again following her appearance at a demonstration. But the Left Party wants to wait for now. Updates in our blog.

Steglitz "Bierpinsel" to be netted over safety concerns

A facade section has detached from the Steglitz Beer Needle, with streets and paths now closed. The owner plans to secure the structure first. Comprehensive renovation is planned, but implementation remains on hold for now.

Lichtenberg's mayor: "Nobody expected it would be so severe"

Lichtenberg's mayor Martin Schaefer talks about the political shift in the district and his personal plans for the future at city hall.

New controversy: Vanessa Emde brings controversial Palestinian activist to Left party faction meeting

What happens next with controversial Left Party politician Vanessa Emde in Berlin? The faction leadership discussed the matter again. However, nothing has been decided.

Zelenskyy visit paralyzes parts of Berlin – "normal chaos" in City West

The visit of Ukraine's president caused extensive road closures in parts of Berlin. Most people in City West took it in stride.

Winter aid for Ukraine — Europe wants to sit at negotiating table

Christmas magic in jeopardy: Rixdorf lacking 4,000 euros for festive lights

To finance the festive lights for the Christmas market in Alt-Rixdorf in Neukölln, a fundraising campaign was launched.

DEL: Kölner Haie on target, but could do better

One year of "Tree Decision" – celebration dampened, but hopes for Red-Green-Red coalition

Without Heinrich Strößenreuther, there would have been no climate adaptation law. He criticizes the Senate for delays—the state secretary fires back.

Historic tunnel beneath Unter den Linden boulevard to be filled in

The Linden Tunnel has been out of operation since 1951 and is now in disrepair. Construction work is now beginning, which will also affect traffic on the boulevard.

Forest clearing for new Red Bull can factory south of Berlin has begun

Beverage manufacturers Rauch and Red Bull want to expand their plant and promise compensation areas. Still, environmental activists are up in arms.

Four power plants in Jänschwalde to be converted to gas

The German Federal Network Agency has selected the first new power plant projects designed to supply electricity when wind and sun are insufficient. Four of the eleven contracts go to Brandenburg.

High-Speed Chase: Kurfürstendamm! Police Fire on Reckless Driver

Long-distance trains slightly more punctual in October

ARD Reveals Salaries: Up to 400,000 Euros! Here's What ARD Bosses Earn

Government and employment agency see job opportunities through AI

Schaeffler cuts thousands of jobs and closes plants

Dobrindt defends "chaos" comment on youth riots

Many Cases of Contaminated Halloween Candy Reported Across Europe

Christmas Shopping Season Off to Slower Start

Is It Enough for Wolfsburg?: Nilsson and Dardai Back in Training

Organic Market Growing – But Slowly in the Fields

Evers Launches New Bid: CDU Hopes to Still Sway SPD and Greens

Stefan Kretzschmar Buys House on Mallorca

More Than 20,000 Victims: 24 Deaths from Domestic Violence in Berlin

Grgic on Golla's transfer turmoil: "Had enough fighting over it"