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Firefighters are continuing their efforts to extinguish a forest fire near Schramberg in Baden-Württemberg. The ongoing heatwave is complicating the firefighting operations.
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Firefighters are continuing their efforts to extinguish a forest fire near Schramberg in Baden-Württemberg. The ongoing heatwave is complicating the firefighting operations.

A naked and aggressive man was taken into custody after causing a disturbance in a fast food restaurant in Pfullingen, Baden-Württemberg, during the night.

Several German states intended to equip police with Palantir's surveillance software, but its implementation is facing difficulties, particularly in Baden-Württemberg.

High school graduates in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, were given incorrect grades due to a software bug from a private provider, though no re-examinations will be required.

Students at a private school in Germany, including those with migrant backgrounds, were heard singing the xenophobic slogan 'Deutschland den Deutschen, Ausländer raus' (Germany for Germans, foreigners out), prompting Baden-Württemberg's Minister of Culture to consider a mandatory reporting system for racist incidents.

CDU politician Frei from Baden-Württemberg is set to lead the Union parliamentary group in the German Bundestag, succeeding Jens Spahn who resigned due to the 'surrogacy affair.'

Baden-Württemberg Finance Minister Danyal Bayaz discusses the economic situation, plans for one-click tax declarations, and the resilience of the auto industry in an interview, highlighting challenges and potential solutions.
A stormy front moving across Germany has resulted in one fatality in Baden-Württemberg, where a cyclist was killed by a falling tree. The front is now approaching Poland.

A video known as the 'Rehaugen-Video' has garnered nine million views, underscoring the significant role internet actors play in election campaigns. In Baden-Württemberg, an agency independently participated in the campaign, contributing to the video's widespread recognition.

The state government of Baden-Württemberg has proposed Philipp Nimmermann, former State Secretary to Robert Habeck, as a candidate for the Bundesbank Executive Board, where he is expected to replace Burkhard Balz in the autumn.

A gas leak at the Solvay plant in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, has been discovered, causing enormous climate damage. Operations at the plant have been brought under control by state authorities, who are now working to mitigate the impact.

Karl-Heinz Ott, described as one of the most original perception artists in contemporary German-language literature, has been awarded the Friedrich Schiller Prize 2026 by the state of Baden-Württemberg.
Police in Florida have begun draining a four-acre pond in search of a mother missing for years, while German police are searching for a missing infant in Baden-Württemberg.

Carsten Lotz, a former McKinsey consultant, is now running for the leadership of the SPD in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, despite the party's recent low electoral performance.

Investigators have determined that a gas leak was the cause of a residential house explosion in Albstadt, Baden-Württemberg, in February, which resulted in the deaths of three people.

Two people were killed in a car accident on a rain-slicked road in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, during a storm. The severe weather conditions contributed to the fatal incident.

Cem Özdemir has been elected as the new Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Germany, despite not receiving all votes from the coalition.

Significant turmoil has erupted within the Italian Ministry of Culture, following reports that Minister Giuli has dismissed several key staff members. The dismissals have reportedly caused anger and tension within the government.

Political developments across Europe included the formation of a coalition government between the Greens and CDU in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Meanwhile, the Liberal Democrats in the UK offered an alternative to other parties, and various political statements were made in Sweden and Montenegro.

Tobias Vogt, a former car dealership owner, has made a significant ascent in politics, now leading the CDU faction in Baden-Württemberg.
The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg have finalized their coalition agreement.

No other Green minister has been in office as long as Baden-Württemberg's Transport Minister Winfried Hermann. What is his legacy after 15 years in power?

The Administrative Court of Baden-Württemberg has dismissed seven lawsuits challenging the public broadcasting fee, ruling that the overall public service offering does not show deficiencies despite…

Following an election defeat, the SPD in Baden-Württemberg intended an orderly renewal, but the party has fallen into further turmoil. Discussions are ongoing regarding the radicality of the party's restructuring.

The Green party and CDU in Baden-Württemberg have reached an agreement to begin formal coalition negotiations. The parties also settled on a distribution of ministerial positions, with the Greens taking five and the CDU six.

An article from Faz criticizes Manuel Hagel's CDU in Baden-Württemberg, suggesting a "thinking error" in their stance against a Green-Black coalition despite Hagel's presentation as a centrist candidate.

The CDU in Stuttgart is reportedly risking a state crisis as discussions arise about potential new elections if no government is formed, as stipulated by the Baden-Württemberg constitution.

Robin Mesarosch, aiming to become SPD state chairman in Baden-Württemberg, discusses the party's challenges after securing only 5.5 percent of votes in the last state election, raising questions about the SPD's future relevance.

The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg are holding exploratory talks to form a coalition government after the state election, where both parties secured an equal number of seats.

Germany's Social Democrats (SPD) suffered significant losses in state elections in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, raising questions about the implications for the ruling coalition in Berlin.

The CDU is experiencing mixed fortunes in German federal politics, celebrating success in Rhineland-Palatinate after a narrow defeat in Baden-Württemberg, but facing potential conflicts within its coalition with the SPD.

CDU top candidate Manuel Hagel reported receiving death threats ahead of the state election in Baden-Württemberg, with evidence now emerging to support his claims.

The Social Democratic Party (SPD) is facing a crisis following the election results in Baden-Württemberg, raising questions about its attractiveness to voters.

Cem Özdemir won the election in Baden-Württemberg partly by abandoning many of his Green Party's core issues. His party is still debating whether this was a good move.

The German chancellor and his Social Democrat coalition partners need to learn the right lessons, after an election reverse in Germany’s third-largest state For most of the postwar period, the state of Baden-Württemberg was both a bastion of German conservatism and – as the home of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche – an economic powerhouse. But in volatile times, even regions that embodied political stability and industrial prowess now deliver the unexpected. A come-from-behind victory for the Green...

Die AfD hat vielerorts Ergebnisse erzielt, die früher eher für die SPD typisch waren. Eine NZZ-Analyse zeigt, was dahintersteckt.

Following a significant surge at the end of the election campaign, the Green Party won the state parliamentary elections in Baden-Württemberg, with Cem Özdemir, dubbed the "Anatolian Swabian," now expected to become the new state premier.

Following Cem Özdemir's election victory in Baden-Württemberg, the CDU and Green Youth are pressuring him, while Boris Palmer has denied discussing a ministry position with Özdemir amidst speculation about his political future.

Flavia Zaka, who recently married Cem Özdemir, is becoming the new First Lady of Baden-Württemberg at 40 years old and is currently familiarizing herself with state politics.

In Baden-Württemberg wollen die Grünen auf Augenhöhe mit der CDU verhandeln, sagt Franziska Brantner im Interview. Einen Teilzeit-Ministerpräsidenten werde es jedoch nicht geben.

Baden-Württembergs CDU-Chef Hagel hat nach der knappen Wahlniederlage seiner Partei bei der Landtagswahl seinen Rücktritt angeboten.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's ruling German Christian Democratic Union (CDU) recorded a disappointing result in the first of five regional elections, unexpectedly losing to the Greens in the state of Baden-Württemberg.

Tobias Vogt zur Debatte über Teilung der Amtszeit +++ Grüne: Wir sind für Vollzeit-Ministerpräsidenten +++ Hagel sieht „keinen Automatismus“ für Koalition mit Grünen +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog

Die Grünen müssen ohne ihren Sieger feiern, Merz und Co. die Machtlust ihres Fraktionschefs ignorieren, die SPD zeigt sich vom Absturz überfordert: Zusammengenommen beben Regierung wie Opposition.

A German politician, the general secretary of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), will shave her head after her party's poor performance in the Baden-Württemberg state elections. This is due to a risky bet she made.

The Greens have emerged as the narrow winners in the Baden-Württemberg state election.

TAJNICA FDP-a Nicole Büttner obrijat će glavu jer stranka nije prešla izborni prag u Baden-Württembergu.

Grüne triumphieren dank Sympathie-Bonus, entscheidende junge Wählende, Druck auf Merz und der AfD-Zuwachs: Das musst du zu den Wahlen in Baden-Württemberg wissen.

Was die Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg bedeutet

Cem Özdemir and the Greens emerge as winners in the Baden-Württemberg state election, while the succession of Khamenei in Iran is confirmed, alongside a Federal Court of Justice ruling on a vaccine injury lawsuit.

In welchen Wahlkreisen liegt wer vorne? In welchen Regionen legten welche Parteien deutlich zu und wo erlitten sie Verluste? Die interaktive Karte zeigt detaillierte Ergebnisse der Landtagswahl 2026.
Konservativa CDU blir nästan lika stort som det tidigare regerande miljöpartiet De gröna i valet i tyska förbundslandet Baden-Württemberg, enligt vallokalsundersökningar. Ytterhögern går kraftigt…

Največja podpora se obeta Krščanskodemokratski uniji (CDU) in Zelenim, ki bi lahko prejeli po 28 odstotkov glasov. Sledi skrajno desna AfD.

Bei der Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg ringen CDU und Grüne um den Wahlsieg. Nicht nur für diese beiden Parteien steht viel auf dem Spiel. Warum die Bundespolitik gespannt auf die Wahl schaut.

Linke, AfD und Grüne verzeichnen Mitgliederzuwachs +++ Mehr rechtsextreme Vorfälle an Schulen +++ Merz motiviert CDU in Baden-Württemberg vor der Landtagswahl +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog

An article discusses the economic challenges facing the middle class in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, including declining revenues, in the context of an upcoming state election.
The state of Baden-Württemberg is holding elections, marking the end of the Green governor Winfried Kretschmann's tenure. The article reflects on the political landscape and the region's identity.

The upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday are unexpectedly turning into a close race between the CDU and the Greens, marking the start of a critical election year with six state elections.
The first of five important state elections in Germany begins in the wealthy western state of Baden-Württemberg, with polls concluding in September in eastern states where nationalists from AfD are confident of victory.

Manuel Hagel, a strong contender for Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, is reportedly changing his campaign tactics after an old video and other issues have complicated his bid.

The outgoing Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg states that the Swiss are often closer to him in mentality than the Prussians, with trade data showing Switzerland considers the German state as important as China.

Gelingt der FDP der Wiedereinzug in den Stuttgarter Landtag, kann sie auf eine Trendwende hoffen. Ansonsten sieht es finster aus. Und dann geht es noch um die Frisur der Generalsekretärin.

The AfD party in Baden-Württemberg is reportedly using two versions of the term 'Remigration,' opting for a more moderate tone in interviews but a radical one in election campaigns.

The Wahl-O-Mat tool has been launched for the 2026 state election in Baden-Württemberg, allowing voters to find out which party aligns closest with their views.

Latest polls for the Baden-Württemberg state election on March 8 show the Green party gaining support, with analyses on possible coalitions and voter concerns.

An economic structural crisis in Baden-Württemberg is shaking the political landscape, potentially benefiting the AfD in the upcoming state election and increasing pressure for reform on state and federal governments.

Umsetzung des EU-Asylpakets GEAS +++ Warken fordert Legalisierung von Eizellenspenden +++ Baden-Württemberg: Grüne in Umfrage einen Prozentpunkt hinter CDU +++ alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog

In Neuenburg am Rhein, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, passersby formed a human chain to rescue a man who was drowning in the Rhine River. The rescue attempt became dangerous for the rescuers themselves.

Facing economic decline, the German state of Baden-Württemberg is boosting its technology policy, focusing on green technology as a key growth sector to counter what is described as a 'Detroit-Depression'.

An unknown virus, transmitted by mosquitoes, has been detected in cattle in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, causing symptoms like fever and diarrhea, though it poses no current risk to humans.

Muhammad Afzal, a taxi driver, received the Baden-Württemberg state rescue medal for his bravery in stopping a rampage in Mannheim in 2025 that killed two people.

An academy in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is piloting the use of narrative robots in two primary schools to assess their effectiveness in encouraging shy students to speak.

Employees at the Baden-Württemberg State Media Center are accused of misusing taxpayer money, including for a large vehicle fleet and a video studio for 'digital Christmas greetings,' leading to plans for the institution's dissolution.

Die Notaufnahme des Krankenhauses in Baden-Württemberg bekommt eine Eismaschine sowie eine Kühltruhe. Patienten sollen in sogenannten Body Bags gekühlt werden

A severe storm in the German state of Baden-Württemberg has resulted in one fatality and several injuries.

In Baden-Württemberg, Green, CDU, and SPD parties are adopting an even stricter strategy of demarcation against the AfD, as previous attempts to isolate the party have not been effective.

This liveblog covers various developments in Germany, including the acquittal of a former police inspector in Baden-Württemberg, the establishment of a commission to address injustice against Sinti and Roma, and the federal cabinet's approval of the 2027 budget draft.

A 32-year-old mother has been arrested in Germany following the discovery of an infant's corpse in Renningen. Authorities suspect she may have killed the newborn.

Police in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, stopped a severely overloaded five-seater vehicle carrying 14 people, including seven children, in addition to the driver.

Police in Baden-Württemberg are investigating the death of a 20-month-old girl who was reportedly forgotten in a car by her 44-year-old mother in Schorndorf, near Stuttgart.

An AfD politician has denounced the conditions within his own party, specifically the Baden-Württemberg state association, sending two urgent letters to federal leaders and causing a stir with a swastika made of minced meat.

The German state of Baden-Württemberg has implemented new restrictions on smoking in various public areas, including outdoor swimming pools, theme parks, and zoos.

Cem Özdemir has become the first state premier of Turkish origin in Germany, leading his Green party to victory in the southwestern state of Baden-Württemberg in March.

A profile piece examines Cem Özdemir's political career, highlighting his path to potentially becoming Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg and a future chancellor candidate for the Green party.

The new coalition agreement in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, suggests a less "green" political direction, aligning with the CDU's focus on problem-solving and Cem Özdemir's stance.

Cem Özdemir, Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, faces significant political challenges, with his responses expected to resonate across the political center and within his party.

Investigators in Baden-Württemberg have made several arrests and seized cocaine, marijuana, and a firearm during searches, marking a significant blow against drug trafficking.

After 15 years in power, Winfried Kretschmann, the first Green Minister-President, is stepping down, leaving a significant mark on the political landscape of southwest Germany through his pragmatic policies.

The Green Party in Baden-Württemberg is exploring options for Boris Palmer to hold a role in the state government while he seeks to remain Mayor of Tübingen.

Martin Rothweiler has been appointed the new leader of the AfD faction in Baden-Württemberg. Despite promises of 'professionalization,' radical positions within the party remain prominent.

The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, presented a coalition paper focusing on a capable state and robust internal security, with Cem Özdemir expected to become Minister-President.

Five weeks after the election in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the Green party leads in voter favorability while the CDU loses support, as coalition talks between the two parties continue.

A tanker truck lost tons of soap-making cleaner in Bad Ditzingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, creating a foam carpet on the Fils river, which firefighters are now attempting to contain.

The CDU in Stuttgart is reportedly considering scenarios that could lead to a state crisis in Baden-Württemberg, as the state constitution mandates new elections if a government is not formed, sparking internal party discussions.

A truck driver lost control of his vehicle in Schramberg, Baden-Württemberg, striking and instantly killing a young woman and her child on the sidewalk.

Germany's FDP party is struggling for survival after suffering two heavy defeats, being ousted from state parliaments in Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate, though party leader Christian Dürr intends to remain at the helm.

Following significant election defeats in Rhineland-Palatinate, Baden-Württemberg, and Munich, the SPD leadership is under increased pressure, with analyses citing eroding voter base, lack of charisma, and wrong decisions as reasons for the party's struggle to regain public trust.

Kulturstaatsminister Weimer schürt Hoffnung auf Ausbau der Deutschen Nationalbibliothek +++ Grüne laden CDU in Baden-Württemberg zu Sondierungen ein +++ Koalitionsverhandlungen sollen vorbereitet…

The SPD hopes a victory in the close Rheinland-Pfalz election, where they are vying for first place with the CDU, will lift the party's spirits, similar to the situation in Baden-Württemberg.

Boris Palmer wird kein Minister in Baden-Württemberg +++ Will Tübinger Oberbürgermeister bleiben +++ FDP-Generalsekretärin rasiert sich Glatze +++ Alle Entwicklungen im Liveblog
The Green party has regained power in Baden-Württemberg, a conservative stronghold known for Porsche and Mercedes, which experts believe could signal a potential renaissance for the struggling party.

The far-right AfD party fell short of its own expectations in both the Baden-Württemberg state election and the Bavarian municipal elections, despite showing robust performance in other areas.

Christoph Werner, CEO of Germany's largest drugstore chain dm, regularly expresses political views and discusses the Baden-Württemberg election with NZZ-Deutschland editor-in-chief Florian Eder.

Former Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, Günther Oettinger, has called on the Green and CDU parties to establish a new foundation of trust, while expressing concerns about changes in official positions.

Following the Baden-Württemberg election, the relationship between the CDU and the Greens is strained, indicating difficult exploratory talks, with the CDU reportedly trying to assert its position and 'show the Greens what a Porsche is' amid post-election tensions.

Vorwärts zur Nostalgie: Tradition hat die SPD reichlich – Stimmen immer weniger. In Baden-Württemberg wird sichtbar, wie sehr der Partei Arbeiter wie urbane Milieus entgleiten.

REPORT - Conservatives and ecologists are neck and neck in this prosperous region, but one under pressure from the industrial crisis, particularly in the automotive sector.

Viele Familienunternehmer im Südwesten haben auf Reformdruck in Berlin durch eine CDU-Regierung gehofft. Was haben Özdemirs Grüne ihnen zu bieten?

The election in Baden-Württemberg saw Cem Özdemir's success hailed as a triumph for the 'wise old man' on International Women's Day, with the outcome disappointing many entrepreneurs who had hoped for a CDU-led government and economic impulses.

Baden-Württemberg: Zeleni zmagali z minimalno razliko. V CDU bi si delili premierski stolček.

Following the state election in Baden-Württemberg, Friedrich Merz addressed an unasked question regarding the implications of the election outcome for the coalition in Berlin and for black-green alliances.

Zum ersten Mal haben in Baden-Württemberg auch 16- und 17-Jährige gewählt. Wie haben sie und andere junge Wählerinnen und Wähler entschieden? Welche Themen waren ihnen wichtig?

Following the election defeat in Baden-Württemberg, FDP Vice Wolfgang Kubicki stated that the party's problems are 'deeper than we thought' as they search for a new beginning.

Cem Özdemir gains 30.2% of vote in Baden-Württemberg, ahead of CDU, with far-right AfD in third Friedrich Merz’s Christian Democrats (CDU) have stumbled into a busy election year with a defeat to the…

Nicole Büttner, an FDP politician, announced she will shave her head after her party failed to re-enter the state parliament of Baden-Württemberg, fulfilling a bet she made in January.

In the final stretch, the Greens in Baden-Württemberg overtake the CDU. They owe this to their top candidate, who binds Kretschmann voters – and a great distance to the federal party.
Den tyske tv-station ARD har udråbt De Grønne som vinder i Baden-Württemberg, der er en højborg for Merz' CDU.

In Baden-Württemberg, 16 and 17-year-olds were allowed to vote for the first time, a reform championed by the Green party, which saw significant support among these first-time voters.

Er wollte die Bürger stärker beteiligen und das Industrieland Baden-Württemberg ökologischer werden lassen. Was bleibt nach 15 Jahren vom ersten grünen Regierungschef?
Der Wahlkampf im deutschen Bundesland stand im Zeichen der Wirtschaft und Industrie. Manuel Hagel und seine CDU lagen in Umfragen lange vorne – bis die Grünen rasant aufholten.

Der baden-württembergische Ministerpräsidentenkandidat Manuel Hagel blamiert sich vor Schülern mit einer grottenfalschen Erklärung des Treibhauseffektes. Hier tut Nachhilfe Not.

Wirtschaft und Migration sind laut Umfragen die wichtigsten Themen der Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg. In dessen zweitgrösster Stadt wird deutlich, warum.

Auf den Grünen in Baden-Württemberg lasten große Hoffnungen. Die Landtagswahl könnte der Partei den dringend benötigten Schwung verschaffen.

Ahead of the Baden-Württemberg state election, AfD's lead candidate, Frohnmaier, is reported to have employed pro-Russian staff members for a longer period than previously disclosed, amidst other political developments.

Danyal Bayaz, Green Finance Minister in Baden-Württemberg, advocates for an end to silo-thinking among German authorities and faster criminal investigations for future economic scandals, citing Cum-Ex as an example.

Germany's FDP party is fighting for its political survival in the upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg after a series of defeats.

In Baden-Württemberg endet die Ära des ersten Grünen Ministerpräsidenten Winfried Kretschmann.

After 15 years, Winfried Kretschmann's term as Germany's first Green Minister-President in Baden-Württemberg is ending. This article reviews his achievements and shortcomings.

The FDP party in Baden-Württemberg is facing a critical election, battling for its existence as it risks failing to enter the state parliament for the first time in decades.

Despite facing accusations of nepotism and corruption nationwide, the AfD party is expected to gain votes in the upcoming Baden-Württemberg election, prompting questions about the source of its increasing approval.

German Minister of Food and Agriculture Cem Özdemir is touring Baden-Württemberg, discussing democracy and engaging with voters in a personalized campaign ahead of the state election.

The CDU in Baden-Württemberg is nervous as the Green Party gains ground and could win the state election, with the Iran conflict potentially playing a role in voter sentiment.

After only two months, the Eurojackpot goes to Baden-Württemberg again. The lucky winner can now look forward to almost 75 million Euros.

During the election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, moral critics have spoken out, accusing people of guilt that does not exist.

Historically low water levels on major European rivers like the Rhine and Danube are severely impacting shipping, industry, and energy production, leading several German states to relax Sunday driving bans for trucks to mitigate supply chain disruptions.

Following an Islamist attack on the CSD, Baden-Württemberg's Interior Minister is advocating for the introduction of biometric AI video surveillance to more quickly identify potential threats and terrorists.

Cem Özdemir, a close associate of the new Minister-President, is set to lead the Green Party in Baden-Württemberg, signaling a departure from the political style of Winfried Kretschmann as the party seeks federal influence.

Sparkassen in Baden-Württemberg, holding a 50% market share, report that promised economic reforms have not yet taken effect and note alarming signals in their half-year assessment.

Plans for new wind turbines in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria are being jeopardized by low electricity prices, despite recent approvals for many projects.

In Baden-Württemberg, a man severely beat a train employee, causing him to fall from the train. The suspect, who was on probation, has been released, drawing criticism from the railway union EVG.

A hospital in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is taking unusual steps to manage the heatwave, including acquiring an ice machine and freezer for its emergency room, with plans to cool patients in 'body bags'.

A severe thunderstorm, described as a 'supercell,' has caused widespread damage across Baden-Württemberg in southwest Germany, bringing heavy rain and hailstones up to five centimeters in size.

The state government of Baden-Württemberg has sent a letter directly to VW CEO Blume, with Minister-President Özdemir advocating to prevent the closure of the Audi plant in Neckarsulm, where 15,500 jobs are at risk.

A 52-year-old man from Baden-Württemberg has confessed to abducting a nine-year-old girl into a car and later abusing her in Wolfegg, Germany, and is now in pre-trial detention.

The leaders of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg are jointly urging the German federal government for more support to accelerate wind power development in Southern Germany, where the states lag in wind turbine construction.

Severe thunderstorms swept across North Rhine-Westphalia and Baden-Württemberg in Germany, causing the interruption of the Southside Festival in Neuhausen ob Eck and narrowly missing a stage in Neuss.

Cem Özdemir, the Turkish-German Green Party state premier of Baden-Württemberg, reportedly faced significant political trouble for his private use of frequent flyer points.

Reports detail allegations of child abuse and corporal punishment within the evangelical Kwasizabantu mission community in Germany, with victims still suffering decades later and a 'secret community' reportedly existing in Baden-Württemberg.

The German state of Baden-Württemberg has expanded its smoking ban to include outdoor swimming pools and other public outdoor areas, effective immediately, raising questions about whether other states will follow suit.

A liveblog covers various German political developments, including President Steinmeier defending Pope Leo against Trump's criticism, Cem Özdemir being elected Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg, and the cabinet approving a new heating law.

Thomas Strobl, a long-serving interior minister and Christian Democrat, is set to become the new President of the Baden-Württemberg state parliament, marking a new chapter in his political career.

A new coalition agreement in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, reflects the CDU's aim for problem-solving policies, resulting in a less environmentally focused approach that aligns with Cem Özdemir's stance.

Nearly two months after the election, the Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, have finalized a coalition agreement. The Greens have secured their strong position long-term with a Minister-President clause.

The Green party and the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) have reached an agreement on a coalition contract to form a government in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. This deal finalizes their partnership in the German state.

Germany's Federal Constitutional Court has invalidated a regulation in Baden-Württemberg that mandated scientists to make their publications freely accessible after a specific period.

Homeowners in Baden-Württemberg are challenging a controversial property tax reform before the Federal Fiscal Court, arguing that the land value guidelines used are too imprecise.

Manuel Hagel has reportedly solidified his position within the CDU party in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, despite a recent election loss, though his personnel policies face some criticism.

The Green and CDU parties in Baden-Württemberg are reportedly facing difficulties in their coalition discussions, particularly in Stuttgart. Both parties are grappling with the realities of forming a stable government.

Two men in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, discovered a dose labeled 'Polonium-210' during an Easter egg hunt, causing alarm. Authorities have since provided an update, reportedly with good news regarding the incident.

Im deutschen Südwesten wirkt der Wahlkampf nach. Aus Sicht der Christlichdemokraten haben die Grünen unter die Gürtellinie gezielt. Entsprechend hoch soll jetzt der Preis für ein Bündnis sein.

Approximately 750 people celebrating at a disco in Kehl, Germany, were forced to flee to safety after a fire erupted inside the club during the night.

Following a close state election where the Greens narrowly defeated the CDU, both parties are now holding exploratory talks to form a coalition government in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Europa-Park is implementing new rules for the summer season, including planting flowers in ashtrays, to comply with Baden-Württemberg's stricter non-smoking protection law.

Following their success in the state elections in Baden-Württemberg, the German Green party is relieved and now seeks charismatic figures to replicate their electoral achievements at the federal level, with one name frequently mentioned.

Following the state election in Baden-Württemberg, the Green party has extended an offer for exploratory talks to the CDU, with economic policy expected to be a central focus for both parties.

An analysis of the Baden-Württemberg state election reveals that the CDU secured most constituencies, while the Greens demonstrated strength in specific areas, reaching the level of a major party.

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Following elections in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, various coalition scenarios are being discussed, with a Green-Black alliance seen as the most realistic option, though no formal talks have begun.

A commentary discusses the 'rise and fall' of the European Union, highlighting Ursula von der Leyen's admission of a strategic error in abandoning nuclear energy, contrasted with the Greens' victory in Baden-Württemberg.

The AfD has won its only direct mandate in Mannheim's North for the second time in the Baden-Württemberg election, attributed partly to the SPD's decline in its former stronghold.

A fossil found in Baden-Württemberg reveals the extraordinary fin structure of a large ichthyosaur for the first time. Researchers have reconstructed its function, and the fossil is now on display in a museum.

Germany, under Friedrich Merz, is entering a period of political instability, with polls indicating disapproval of the governing coalition amidst economic stagnation and fears of war, particularly highlighted by results from Baden-Württemberg.

Franziska Brantner, leader of the Greens, states that the party aims to negotiate with the CDU in Baden-Württemberg on equal terms, seeing it as a challenging but significant opportunity for the state.

Jens Spahn schlägt für Baden-Württemberg vor: Grüne und CDU sollen sich das Amt des Ministerpräsidenten teilen. International gibt es dafür Vorbilder – und abschreckende Beispiele.

Felix Banaszak rejected the idea of a split term for the Minister-President in Baden-Württemberg, while Manuel Hagel offered his resignation after the election defeat, which the CDU state executive board rejected.

Die knappe Niederlage der Christlichdemokraten im Südwesten Deutschlands geht nicht allein auf das Konto des Bundeskanzlers. Eine Belastung ist er für die Wahlkämpfer in den Ländern dennoch.

In the state election in Baden-Württemberg, the far-right AfD almost doubled its result to just under 19%. However, given the numerous crises within the party, the celebrations remain subdued.

Der Ausgang der Landtagswahl enttäuscht viele Unternehmer in Baden-Württemberg. Sie hatten auf eine CDU-geführte Landesregierung und auf Impulse für einen wirtschaftspolitischen Aufbruch in Berlin…

Zwar siegten die Grünen in Baden-Württemberg hauchdünn, im Landtag aber haben sie gleich viele Mandate wie die CDU. Diese bringt eine Ämterteilung ins Spiel, welche Cem Özdemir ablehnt

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Cem Özdemir's comeback and triumph in Baden-Württemberg are attributed less to the German Greens as a whole and more to a special effect related to his individual campaign.
Die Landtagwahl in Baden-Württemberg geriet auch zur Warnung an die deutsche Regierung. Die CDU wird über ihr Verhältnis zu den Grünen nachdenken.

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Post-election analysis on Caren Miosga: Daniel Günther and Franziska Brantner demonstrate black-green harmony. But the consensus in the center can only be celebrated because one topic is omitted.

Die Stimmenanteile halbiert und nur knapp in den Landtag eingezogen - die SPD erlebt in Baden-Württemberg ein Debakel. Spitzenkandidat Stoch hat deshalb seinen Rücktritt angekündigt.

Erstmals dürfen 16-Jährige in Baden-Württemberg wählen. Damit sie das Wahlsystem besser verstehen, erklärte eine Wahlbeobachterin die Abläufe. Am heutigen Wahltag haben sie eine wichtige Aufgabe.

A liveblog covers various political developments in Germany, including Vincentz remaining AfD chairman in NRW, membership growth for Linke, AfD, and Greens, an increase in right-wing incidents at schools, and Merz motivating the CDU in Baden-Württemberg for the state election.

Chancellor Merz's CDU is neck-and-neck with the Greens ahead of elections in Baden-Württemberg on Sunday. Plus, one in four German households says it has no savings. DW has the latest.

The leap into the state parliaments of Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate is within reach for the Socialists. But it could be extremely close.

The upcoming state election in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, will see voters cast two ballots, and for the first time, minors will be allowed to vote, with uncertain consequences for the size of the next state parliament.

Die Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg könnte zum Stimmungstest für die Merz-CDU werden. Warum der Erwartungsdruck so hoch ist und in welchem Dilemma die Partei steckt. Von Corinna Emundts.

A new state parliament will be elected in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, with the duel between Manuel Hagel (CDU) and Cem Özdemir (Greens) at the forefront. The election results are expected to have consequences beyond the state.

The election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is escalating. CDU politician Manuel Hagel faces criticism for a statement about a student and a video where he incorrectly explains the greenhouse effect, leading the CDU to claim a 'smear campaign'.

Tübingen's mayor, Boris Palmer, a former Green Party figure, suggests the 'woke wave' is over and is being considered as a potential minister in a Baden-Württemberg government.

Der Grünen-Spitzenkandidat für Baden-Württemberg will seinem Parteifreund als Ministerpräsident nachfolgen. Dafür setzt er auf Erfahrung, Kontinuität – und Boris Palmer.

The state election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is dominated by discussions of deindustrialization and economic crisis. Leading candidates from the Green and CDU parties face limitations without federal support.

The Green party in Freiburg, Germany, is reportedly in an identity crisis, struggling to regain control of the city hall after losing power in 2018, with a left-wing candidate now aiming to reclaim it.

Cem Özdemir tourt durch Baden-Württemberg, spricht über Demokratie und schüttelt Hände – und führt einen ganz auf seine Person zugeschnittenen Wahlkampf. Wird es bei der Landtagswahl für ihn reichen?

Job losses and future anxieties in the automotive industry are dominating the election campaign in Baden-Württemberg, with voters looking for solutions from political candidates.

Following a mafia conviction, Italian justice authorities have seized 4.6 million euros from Mario L., a Stuttgart restaurateur who was once well-connected in Baden-Württemberg politics.