Stories from Berlin · Germany

The Administrative Court of Berlin dismissed the AfD's lawsuit against the Bundestag administration on May 7. The case concerned a 2.35 million euro donation from Gerhard Dingler to the AfD. The court ruled against the party. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has lost a court case concerning a party donation. The ruling may have financial implications for the political group. The ruling impacts the party's financial dealings and potentially its compliance with donation laws. The specific court and details of the donation were not disclosed. The decision addresses the legality and transparency of party financing. The decision impacts two businesses in Bremen and one in Göttingen, in addition to a Berlin store.

A new children's podcast called 'Kakadu' has been launched in Germany. The podcast is available for listening and can be found on various platforms. It is described as a children's pop podcast. The podcast aims to entertain and educate young listeners. A new podcast specifically designed for children has been launched in Germany. The podcast aims to provide accessible content for children. Registration for the podcast is available online.

AfD party leader M. Helferich has described the pandemic as a hoax invented by Jews and Freemasons. A commentary in Tagesthemen referred to him as a man with great visions. The leader of the AfD party called the pandemic a hoax during a statement in Berlin.

German authorities seized over 8 metric tons of cocaine from a container that was intended to carry cacao beans. Suspects were arrested in Spain in connection with the seizure. This event is related to a previous seizure of record cocaine haul.

Illegal live TV streaming in Germany has increased by 33% since 2022, resulting in an estimated loss of €2.4 billion in 2024. This data was posted on Hacker News. This trend indicates a growing problem with copyright infringement and piracy. Efforts to combat illegal streaming are ongoing.

A new Hindu temple has been inaugurated in Berlin. The temple features a 30-meter tower and is flanked by statues. Representatives from various backgrounds attended the inauguration. A new temple is set to be inaugurated in Berlin, Germany.

Germans are the most frequent users of cash payments, with ninety percent of transactions made in cash. This contrasts with other countries where cash usage is less prevalent. This trend contrasts with the increasing adoption of digital payment methods globally. Germans are leading in the usage of cash payments compared to other European countries. Despite the rise of digital transactions, cash remains a preferred method for many transactions in Germany. Germans continue to lead in the use of cash payments, according to recent data. The preference for cash highlights specific consumer habits in Germany.

Germany has achieved 14th place in the EU Startup Scoreboard, according to an analysis of skilled labor, capital, and regulation. The distance to the top rankings was determined by these factors.

South Korean game developer NCSoft has acquired Berlin-based game company Just Play.

The Sri Ganesha Hindu Temple in Berlin-Neukölln is scheduled to be inaugurated in the coming days. The temple's construction involved 20 years of planning, 1.1 million Euros in donations, and several construction halts. The 17-meter-high temple will be consecrated on Sunday.