Stories from Burg · Germany

The German frigate Sachsen, part of a NATO task force, is on heightened alert for potential Russian activity in the Baltic Sea. Baltic and Scandinavian nations have increased Coast Guard patrols due to concerns about Russian ships potentially cutting cables.

European football clubs are now earning money from professional sports, a model that has been in place in the United States for many years. The structure for this in European football is not yet fully developed.

A new antibiotic has been developed, offering hope for treating infections caused by bacteria that have become resistant to existing treatments. A newly developed antibiotic has demonstrated promising results in combating resistant bacteria.

Shareholders are scrutinizing plans for restructuring at a German biotech firm, with a focus on its mRNA research for cancer therapies.

Singer Juvall Raffail, a survivor of a massacre, will represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest.

The European Broadcasting Union adjusted Eurovision rules this year following a decision by German broadcaster NDR to co-fund its national artist selection. Spain and Slovenia also cited this as a reason for rule changes.

The European Broadcasting Union adjusted Eurovision rules this year following a decision by German broadcaster NDR to co-fund its national artist selection. Calls for a boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest are intensifying due to the participation of a major sponsor.

The German automotive trade is experiencing a shortage of qualified technicians.

PFAS chemicals have been found in German medications, posing a risk to medical care. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals that are difficult to break down in the environment and can harm humans and nature. Some PFAS are suspected of causing serious health problems, according to environmental system sciences professor Martin Schieringer. The EU has been working for years on regulations to significantly restrict the use of PFAS, with widespread bans expected.

Sections of the A40 autobahn near Duisburg will be closed until Tuesday morning due to bridge construction.