business Sick Leave in Germany Increases, But Still Not the Highest in Europe German employees are taking more sick leave than ever, averaging nearly 20 days off annually, but the country's absenteeism rates still do not top the European charts. July 20, 2026

sports Kathleen Krüger Appointed Head of Sport at Hamburg, Marking a Bundesliga First Kathleen Krüger has officially commenced her role as Hamburg's head of sport, becoming the first woman to permanently hold such a position at a Bundesliga club. July 20, 2026

business Examining the European Central Bank's Digital Euro Initiative The European Central Bank is developing a digital euro, aiming to enhance financial sovereignty and offer an alternative to existing private payment systems. This initiative seeks to balance innovation with financial stability, addressing concerns about privacy and its potential impact on commercial banks. July 20, 2026

business Alan Greenspan's Legacy: Navigating Economic Shifts and the 2008 Financial Crisis Alan Greenspan, a prominent figure in American economic history, served as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve for nearly two decades, leaving a complex legacy marked by both praise and criticism, particularly in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. July 20, 2026

sports Bundesliga Shifts US Broadcast Strategy, Prioritizing Reach Over Revenue in New Deal Germany's top football league, the Bundesliga, has signed a new broadcasting agreement in the United States, reportedly accepting a lower financial sum in exchange for broader audience accessibility. July 20, 2026

business EU Introduces Comprehensive Air Passenger Protections The European Union has formally approved a new set of regulations aimed at strengthening air passenger rights, making compensation claims simpler and addressing various travel inconveniences. July 18, 2026

business Schwarz Group's Digital Ambition: A European Challenge to Global Tech Giants Germany's wealthiest individual, Dieter Schwarz, is channeling significant resources into Schwarz Digits, his cloud computing enterprise, aiming to establish a formidable European contender against established tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. July 18, 2026

business United States Implements 25% Tariff on Brazilian Imports Amidst Election Period The United States is set to introduce a 25% tariff on a significant portion of goods imported from Brazil, marking a new phase in trade policy as a presidential election approaches. July 18, 2026