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European climate subsidies under fire, NGOs reject criticism

European Commission investigates possible influence by NGO subsidies for climate policy, following criticism from right-wing parties in European Parliament.

Jan. 23, 2025, 7:58 p.m.

Day after knife attack Aschaffenburg, everyone points at each other, asylum debate flares up

Politicians accuse each other of guilt after deadly knife attack by Afghan suspect in Aschaffenburg, making the migration debate a key battleground in Germany's election campaign.

Jan. 23, 2025, 7:58 p.m.

'Former minister Hennis incorrectly informed House of civilian deaths in Hawija'

The committee concluded that Hennis and Defense gave incorrect and incomplete information about the bombing in Hawija, which resulted in civilian casualties. This led to outrage and an emergency debate in the House of Representatives.

Jan. 23, 2025, 7:58 p.m.

Concerns over Israeli annexation of occupied West Bank grow

At least 10 people have been killed in a major Israeli attack in the occupied West Bank, while the UN Secretary-General expresses concerns about possible annexation by Israel and tensions between the Palestinian Authority and Israel rise.

Jan. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

'Feyenoord have already decided: exit trainer Priske regardless of result tonight'

Feyenoord denies Priske's requests for changes in staff as their up-and-down season continues, with Pusic rumored as potential successor.

Jan. 22, 2025, 7:57 p.m.

Toddler and man stabbed to death in German park, Scholz condemns act of terror

Two people, including a 2-year-old child, were killed and three others injured in a knife attack in a park in the German city of Aschaffenburg. A 28-year-old Afghan man has been arrested as the main suspect, and authorities are still investigating the motive behind the attack.