Stories from Furt · Germany

Lufthansa has reported a financially successful year with record revenue and significantly increased profits. This comes despite recent strikes by employees.

Germany's financial supervisory authority, BaFin, in Frankfurt is warning of the increasing danger from cyberattacks.

Authorities recorded over 300,000 cases of cybercrime last year, with many incidents going unreported. Cybercrime cases are on the rise, correlating with increased internet usage.

Christian Hergott, president of the Thuringian Association of Municipalities, expressed satisfaction with investments for the Bundeswehr. Germany is planning to invest in its military, with reports indicating a focus on Mitteldotschland.

The estate of Helmut Kohl is seeking one million euros in compensation from a publisher. The estate of former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl is seeking compensation. The specific reason for the compensation claim and the amount sought are not yet public.

An explosion occurred in a German city, with reports indicating it happened during the final phase of an event. The exact nature of the explosion and its cause are not yet clear. An explosion was reported in Germany. This is the third report of an explosion in Germany today.

The individuals are believed to have contracted the virus while on an international cruise ship. The virus is not considered a pandemic in Europe, and the South American Andes virus is not expected to spread there.

A European Central Bank banker has warned Germany regarding state aid for Commerzbank. The warning suggests potential concerns about the aid's compliance with EU regulations. Germany has been providing support to the financial institution. The warning was issued in Frankfurt.

Frankfurt Rhein-Main is initiating new projects as part of its role as World Design Capital. The initiative aims to use design to create public spaces for interaction, culture, and debate.

Two men have died following a head-on collision between two vehicles on the B54 in Steinfurt, North Rhine-Westphalia. The cause of the crash is under investigation.