Stories from Furt · Germany

A young woman from Frankfurt has launched a startup called 'Bücher Alarm' to help children improve their reading skills. The initiative aims to support their future development. The goal is to help them succeed later in life.

The hunt for wolves will remain banned in Thuringia for the foreseeable future. The Ministry of Environment plans to present the ordinance to the state parliament this year. The wolf population in the state must reach a favorable conservation status, meaning it is viable with no decrease in its distribution area or available habitat. Thuringia currently estimates around 30 wolves in six territories, shared with Brandenburg. In Thuringia, Germany, a specific exception allows for the targeted removal of a wolf at any time if it is deemed a 'problem wolf'. Environmental Minister Thilo Kummer of the BSH stated that two criteria define a problem wolf: one is if the wolf exhibits very unusual behavior towards humans, approaching them closely. One criterion is a wolf showing very noticeable behavior towards people.

Fitness industry revenue increased by 7.4 percent in 2025, according to Christoph Colliné, a managing director of Fitness First in Frankfurt. The industry membership base grew by more than 5 percent during the same period.

The remains of Russian film director Pavel Talanquin were discovered by Lufthansa. The remains were found in the cargo hold following a flight from New York to Frankfurt. The source stated the remains had been misplaced.

Airport security prevented Russian documentary maker Pavel Talankin from bringing a gold figurine, named Port Pasha, into an aircraft cabin. Security officials argued the figurine could be used as a weapon.

Lufthansa has announced it will transition most of its aircraft to a low-cost model.

An Oscar statuette went missing during a flight from New York to Frankfurt. Lufthansa stated it will return the item to its owner, Russian documentary maker Pavel Talanken, as soon as possible. The award was originally presented to Russian director Pavel Talankin for the documentary Monsieur Nomody contre Boutine. Talanquin had previously traveled with the award in the cabin at least 12 times without issue. A 35-year-old Russian director's Oscar statuette has reappeared two days after being lost during a flight between New York and Frankfurt. The statuette was previously misplaced following its departure from JFK airport. Lufthansa announced it has recovered an Oscar statuette belonging to Pavel Tallankine. No specific details regarding the passenger or the circumstances of the loss were provided. Tulenkin for the inconvenience caused by the loss.

The Erfurt Chamber of Industry and Commerce stated the pact provides sales opportunities for companies in Thuringia trading with Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, or Paraguay. In Rio Grande do Sul, 1,500 products will be exempt from duties until the full implementation of the treaty, which is scheduled over 15 years. These products include footwear parts, leather, bovine skins, and piston engine parts. The Federation of Industries of the State estimates that sales will grow by more than $800 million. Currently, 43% of the state's exports go to Europe, totaling $1.2 billion annually. Customs rates for these goods will decrease from 35% to 0%. According to Lange, controls will be tightened to ensure South American states adhere to agreed standards. No specific economic impact figures were provided in the report. In exchange, the EU committed to abolishing tariffs on certain US industrial goods.

Approximately 800 to 900 people gathered for May Day demonstrations in Frankfurt to protest job losses and economic concerns. The turnout was reportedly three times higher than in previous years. Protesters expressed anxiety regarding regional employment stability.

Historians are examining the implications of individuals holding Nazi Party (NSDAP) membership cards. Christian Stas, head of history at Die Zeit, stated that even simple memberships supported a regime that murdered millions.