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May 27

Germany's chancellor ends weapons range limits for Ukraine despite Russian nuclear threats

Germany lifts range restrictions on weapons to Ukraine, allowing attacks on Russian military positions. Chancellor Merz emphasizes Western support amid conflict.

May 26

Scientists 'strike gold' in shocking discovery from Hawaiian volcanic rocks

Researchers at Göttingen University find gold and ruthenium in Hawaiian volcanic rocks, suggesting core materials are reaching the Earth's surface.

May 24

Police confirm 18 stabbed by woman at Hamburg train station in Germany, homicide squad investigating

A woman allegedly stabbed 18 people at Hamburg Central Station, leaving six in life-threatening condition. The suspect was arrested, and investigations are ongoing.

May 24

German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short

Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.

May 19

Lufthansa flight flew for 10 minutes without conscious pilot, investigation reveals

A Lufthansa Airbus A321 flight experienced a incident on Feb. 17, 2024, when a copilot fainted alone while the captain was on a restroom break.

May 13

Self-proclaimed 'king of Germany' arrested in plot to overthrow government

The self-styled "king of Germany," Peter Fitzek, was arrested after authorities banned his Reichsbürger group over alleged plans to topple the German state.

May 10

Ukraine and its allies push for a 30-day ceasefire starting Monday

European leaders from France, the UK, Germany, and Poland demand Putin accept a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting Monday. Trump supports the proposal amid threats of increased sanctions.

May 7

Antisemitism spiking around the world, ADL task force finds in its 1st-ever global report

The J7 Task Force's first-ever annual report on antisemitism reveals rising numbers of incidents in the seven countries with the largest Jewish populations outside Israel.

May 7

Vance says Russia's demands are too high, but there's still a path to 'durable peace' with Ukraine

Vice President JD Vance said he believed that "durable peace" could happen if Russia and Ukraine agree to terms to end conflict.

May 6, 2025

German conservative leader elected chancellor after historic first-round loss

A coalition deal secured Friedrich Merz's victory as Germany's chancellor after a first-ever loss in the first round.