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Why Audi and Volkswagen have recalled 2.8M vehicles worldwide
Audi and Volkswagen have announced a major recall of over 2.8 million vehicles worldwide.
Russia backs India's bid for UNSC permanent seat
Russia has backed India's bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
German chancellor calls state election results 'disaster' for CDU
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called the results of the recent state elections a "disaster" for his Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party.
US, UK, France lead AI adoption at 15-20%: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Research has revealed that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is highest in developed economies, with rates between 15-20%.
Volkswagen may cut another 4,100 jobs at Porsche
Volkswagen is considering another round of job cuts at its luxury brand Porsche, according to German business daily Handelsblatt.
Paris prosecutors probe alleged harassment cases linked to smart glasses
The Paris prosecutor's office has launched a criminal investigation into alleged sexual harassment cases linked to smart glasses.
Underrated German towns you must visit
Germany is famous for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes.
How US data centers could push natural gas prices higher
A recent report by BloombergNEF has revealed that US data centers are projected to consume more natural gas than Germany and Japan combined by 2035.
Germany says no to halting AI development
Germany's digital affairs ministry has rejected the idea of halting artificial intelligence (AI) development in Europe.
Australian athlete soils herself during Hyrox race: All we know
A recent Hyrox competition in Beijing was marred by an athlete who continued the race even after soiling herself.
Dyson's $500 AI toothbrush hit by water-leak failures
Dyson's latest innovation, the CameraJet electric toothbrush, is facing some major issues.
This Volkswagen car plant will now produce defense equipment
Volkswagen has announced plans to convert its Osnabruck car plant in northwestern Germany into a defense production facility.
Who is Ulrich Siegmund, leader of Germany's far-right AfD?
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, led by 35-year-old Ulrich Siegmund, has won a historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state parliamentary election.
This ultra-sensitive 'floating compass' can help search for dark matter
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a tabletop magnetic sensor, the Levitated Magnet Magnetometer (LeMaMa).
Rogue OpenAI agents took over German website
A swarm of rogue AI agents from OpenAI hijacked a German website this spring, turning it into a bulletin board for other AI agents, according to Reuters.
Volkswagen to cut 100,000 jobs by 2030
Volkswagen, the German automotive giant, has announced plans to cut 100,000 jobs by the end of this decade.
Norway considers ban on smart glasses over privacy concerns
Norway is considering a ban on camera-enabled wearables, such as those developed by Meta and Snap.
Germany blames Russia for drone attack on airport last month
Germany has blamed Russia for a drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport, which occurred last month. The incident had sparked security concerns across Europe.
Zuckerberg, Musk call for more AI data centers at G20
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla's Elon Musk have called for the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) data centers.
These overrated German cities are totally skippable
Germany is a country with a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes.
Volkswagen CEO booed by workers over mass layoffs, factory closures
Volkswagen's CEO Oliver Blume was met with boos and whistles at the company's headquarters.
Scientists create quantum entanglement directly from sunlight
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have successfully generated quantum entanglement directly from sunlight.
This Porsche 911 GT3 celebrates 100 years of Nurburgring circuit
Porsche has introduced a limited-edition 911 GT3 model, the '100 Jahre Nurburgring' (100 Years of Nurburgring).
India deliberating ₹70,000cr Project 75(I) submarine program with Germany: Report
India's long-pending Project 75(I) submarine program is finally moving forward.
RUF's EHRA supercar is a 650hp retro-looking beast
German automaker RUF will debut the EHRA during this year's Monterey Car Week.
India's global image mixed, Pakistan intensely dislikes it: Pew survey
India's global image is mixed, with 45% of people in 36 countries viewing it favorably and 41% unfavorably, a Pew Research Center survey has found.
Meta's AI glasses face criminal complaint in Germany
A German advocacy group, HateAid, has filed a criminal complaint against Meta and other companies selling the tech giant's AI glasses.
Are submarine cables carrying global data vulnerable to drone attacks?
Chinese military researchers have warned that the underwater cables, which are critical to the global digital economy, are increasingly vulnerable to low-cost drone attacks.
Government spent ₹557cr on PM Modi's foreign trips since 2021
The Union government has spent ₹557.5 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips since 2021, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) revealed in Parliament on Thursday.
Drone carrying explosives found at German airport near Ukrainian planes
A drone carrying an explosive device was discovered at Germany's Leipzig/Halle Airport, Saxony police said.
Rare star system discovered in Magellanic Bridge
An international team of astronomers, led by researchers from the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), has discovered a rare star system in the Magellanic Bridge.
Plane crash in Peru's Nazca; 11 foreign tourists among dead
A tragic plane crash near the Nazca Lines in Peru has claimed the lives of all 13 people on board.
BMW to cut 8,000 jobs by end of 2027
BMW has announced plans to offer voluntary redundancy to nearly half of its German workforce. The move is part of a larger strategy to cut around 8,000 jobs by the end of 2027.
Berlin Gay Pride parade: Car plows into crowd, 1 dead
A tragic incident occurred at the Berlin Gay Pride parade on Saturday night when a car drove into a crowd, killing one person and injuring at least 16 others.
Uber to acquire Germany's Delivery Hero for $14.8B
Uber has announced its acquisition of German food delivery company Delivery Hero for $14.8 billion.
PM flags off India's 1st hydrogen-powered train: All about it
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train. The train will operate on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana under the Northern Railway.
Japan to establish first national intelligence agency since WWII
Japan is establishing its first centralized national intelligence agency since World War II.
England-Wales June heatwave killed 440 daily at peak: Study
The extreme heatwave that hit England and Wales in June is estimated to have killed around 440 people a day during its three-day peak, a report by The Guardian cited scientists as saying.
Volkswagen CEO's restructuring plan rejected by key board members
Volkswagen AG's CEO Oliver Blume is facing major challenges in his efforts to revamp Europe's largest carmaker.
Ryanair passenger almost sucked out of aircraft in mid-air
A passenger on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was nearly sucked out of the aircraft after a cabin window detached mid-air.
Volkswagen faces union protests over potential 100,000 job cuts globally
Volkswagen, Europe's largest carmaker, is facing backlash from its employees over a proposal to cut up to 100,000 jobs and close several factories.
US might co-produce missiles with European allies
The United States is in talks with Germany and other European nations to co-produce missiles, as per Reuters.
Porsche may cut 4,000 jobs in Germany: Report
Porsche is reportedly considering a major job cut in Germany, with up to 4,000 positions at risk. The move comes as part of the automaker's ongoing restructuring process.
Germany bans workers from taking sick leave
Germany workers planning to take sick leaves will need to get a doctor's certificate in person on the first day they are unwell under new rules.
Oil firms lost ₹74,781cr amid Middle East conflict: Hardeep Puri
State-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) suffered losses of almost ₹74,781 crore between April and June due to rising global crude oil prices amid the Middle East conflict.
World Bank ditches climate lending target amid US pressure
The World Bank Group has decided to "retire" its goal of allocating 45% of annual lending resources to projects with climate co-benefits.
Germany: At least 5 dead in shooting, suspect detained
A shooting incident in Stade, a town in northern Germany, has left five people dead.
Shares of Persistent Systems crash 10% today: What's the reason?
Persistent Systems' shares plummeted by 10% to ₹4,353.35 today, following the company's announcement of its planned acquisition of German digital engineering firm Nagarro SE.
WHO links heatwave in Europe to over 1,300 excess deaths
Europe is currently experiencing an unprecedented early summer heatwave, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has linked to over 1,300 excess deaths since June 21.
Will Volkswagen make China-developed models in Germany?
Olaf Lies, the premier of Germany's Lower Saxony state, which is a major shareholder in Volkswagen, has proposed that the automaker should consider producing models developed in China at its German facilities.
EU's Taliban talks spark outrage; MEPs say bloc normalizing regime
The European Union (EU) is facing intense criticism over its decision to host a Taliban delegation in Brussels.
France ditches Palantir's AI tools, opts for local firm
France has decided to ditch the artificial intelligence (AI) data tools of US tech giant Palantir.
Germany's scenic vintage train rides: A list
Germany's scenic routes are best enjoyed on vintage trains, which take you back in time while offering breathtaking views of the countryside.
This limited-run car is based on BMW M5 Touring
Bovensiepen, the company founded by Alpina's family, has unveiled its latest model, the 05 GT.
US-Iran reach agreement but at odds over $12B frozen assets
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework to extend their ceasefire for 60 days, with a formal signing ceremony expected on Friday in Switzerland.
From Paul the Octopus to AI: Chatbots predicting FIFA winners
As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, fans are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to predict potential winners.
France and Germany won't build a European fighter jet anymore
France and Germany have decided to abandon their joint fighter jet project, the Future Combat Air System (FCAS), due to persistent disagreements between the companies involved.
TCS wins multi-million euro deal from Canada Life
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has won a multi-year, multi-million euro contract from Canada Life, one of the world's leading life and pensions insurers.
Which Schengen countries rejected most visa applications from India (2025)
In 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, according to data released by the European Commission. This translates to a non-issuance rate of 15.8%.
Wi-Fi routers can now track you even without a smartphone
Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany have developed a new tracking method that uses ordinary Wi-Fi routers to identify individuals.
AI could disrupt 28% back-office roles in India: Report
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to disrupt 28% of back-office roles and 24% of data roles in India over the next three years, a new study by SHRM has found.
Trump to attend G7 where Modi is also expected
United States President Donald Trump will attend the G7 leaders' meeting in France next month, a White House official told Axios.
This supercar packs 1,000hp V12, is limited to 77 units
German luxury car manufacturer Brabus has unveiled the exclusive Bodo grand tourer. The model is a tribute to the company's founder, Bodo Buschmann.
iPhone 18 may boost privacy with Apple's in-house modems
Apple is said to be replacing Qualcomm modems with its own in the upcoming iPhone 18 series. The move is expected to bring speed and efficiency improvements.
One cruise passenger tests positive for hantavirus; another develops symptoms
Passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-infected MV Hondius cruise ship began flying home aboard military and government flights on Sunday after the vessel anchored in the Canary Islands.
Why is the gravitational constant, or big G, so mysterious
For over 225 years, scientists have been trying to measure the gravitational constant, or Big G.
New online database lets Germans discover their family's Nazi past
An online database launched by German newspaper Die Zeit has revealed the Nazi Party membership of many Germans, including their ancestors.
Car rams into crowd in Germany's Leipzig, 2 dead
Two people were killed and several others were injured after a car drove into a crowd in the eastern German city of Leipzig on Monday afternoon.
City birds seem to like men more; scientists unsure why
A recent study has revealed that urban birds in Europe seem to prefer men over women.
Rubio to visit Italy, Vatican after Trump's clashes with Pope
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Italy and the Vatican this week.