The narrow win by Olaf Scholz’s party came in a state election, the third in a series that was seen as a reflection of the national mood and a snapshot of the government’s popularity.
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Brandenburg State Elections: What to Watch For
The far right and far left are poised to make significant gains in state voting on Sunday, possibly affecting the stability of the national government in Berlin.
Germany’s State Elections Are Likely to Reveal a Still-Divided Country
Closely watched elections in the former East Germany are likely to reveal a still-divided country and yield a worrying challenge to Berlin.
A Nazi Villa So Tainted Berlin Can’t Give It Away
The former estate of Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi propaganda minister, is too expensive to keep and perilous to sell. No one knows quite what to do with it.
A Nazi Villa So Tainted Berlin Can’t Give It Away
The former estate of Joseph Goebbels, the Nazi propaganda minister, is too expensive to keep and perilous to sell. No one knows quite what to do with it.
How the Hunt for a Lioness Near Berlin Turned Into a Wild Boar Chase
The heavily armed search that upended the southern edge of the German capital met an anti-climactic end — and left some scratching their heads: “A wild boar doesn’t really look like a lion.”
‘Lioness’ Spotted in Germany Was Probably a Wild Boar, Officials Say
Repeated sightings of what some believed was a large cat near Berlin had prompted concern. The authorities later said that a search did not turn up what they were expecting.
Tesla Wins Approval to Open European Assembly Plant
German authorities cleared the plant, which was built near Berlin, to open for production. Tesla plans to build 500,000 electric cars a year there.
State by State, Germany Relaxes Covid Rules, Even as Cases Surge
Though case numbers are at a record level, Germany is recording relatively few Covid deaths and stable hospitalization rates.
His Ancestors Were German Kings. He Wants Their Treasures Back.
A public dispute over thousands of artworks and artifacts could hinge on whether a crown prince supported the Nazis during their rise to power.