Stories from Kiel · Germany

Schleswig-Holstein's state government plans to test a pilot project allowing drug consumers to have their substances legally checked. This initiative aims to reduce risks associated with drug use.

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Professor Philip Rosenstiel, Director of the Institute of Clinical Molecular Biology at Kiel University, will present on 'Systems Immunology in inflammatory bowel disease'. The seminar is scheduled for Thursday, May 14th, from 4 to 5 PM.

Rheinmetall and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) are currently engaged in a bidding race for Kieler German Naval Yards, formerly known as Hovals Werke Deutsche Werft. The bidding race is estimated to involve around 12 billion Euros, a figure that exceeds the annual turnover.

Behavioral economist Ulrich Schmidt from Kiel noted parallels between daytrading and gambling. Financial experts warned that while certain techniques can multiply profits, they also significantly increase potential losses.

Authorities in Schleswig-Holstein are rebuilding the state's 433 km of dikes to account for projected sea level rises. Fabian Lücht stated that sea levels are expected to rise by nearly one meter by 2100.

Moritz Schräri, director of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW), stated in a Reuters interview on May 2 that long-term production losses could increase by more than 300 won, reaching approximately 51.9 trillion won. The director noted that the US House of Representatives is focusing on competence rather than career numbers during hearings. The situation is described as an economic war involving multiple parameters. Economic losses in Germany are projected to increase by more than 300 won and could eventually reach approximately 51.9 trillion won. Long-term production losses are estimated to exceed 300 won, contributing to a total projected economic loss of approximately 51.9 trillion won. A German economic institute estimates that US tariff increases on European vehicles will significantly impact the German economy.

Holstein Kiel has secured its survival in the league following a rally.

Holstein Kiel, previously near the relegation zone seven weeks ago, could secure their league survival with a win against Eintracht Braunschweig. However, their fate is not yet sealed and depends on the results from Magdeburg and Fürth. The Braunschweig players were visibly dejected as they remain in the relegation battle with two games left in the 2. Bundesliga season. Holstein Kiel has successfully secured its position in the league, avoiding relegation. The team achieved a 1-1 draw against Arminia Bielefeld, which impacts the relegation battle. This result places Bochum in 10th position with 40 points, while Arminia Bielefeld is 13th.

Millions of fish are being used to feed tuna in the Baltic Sea. This practice is part of the feeding regimen for the tuna population in the area. The animal was reportedly weakened and had been lying on the seabed without food. A tracking transmitter has been fitted to monitor its movements, though the data is not yet public. Critics noted the rescue operation caused stress to the animal due to noise pollution from ships.