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REVEALED: How many Americans are moving to Germany and how many are leaving?
While other European countries have seen a hike in the number of Americans moving there, with some evidence pointing to a Trump effect, what is the story in Germany? The Local obtained new figures that tell a slightly different story.
Why hundreds of Indian university students were made to leave Berlin
A large group of Indian students enrolled at a private university in Berlin saw their right to residence revoked due to an accreditation issue. The Local asked Berlin's immigration authority what happened.
Six ways to keep your German home cool without air conditioning
Air conditioning is not common in Germany, especially in private homes, but there other ways to keep yourself and your home cool during a heatwave.
How much does it cost to raise children in Germany?
Raising a child is expensive, but in Germany parents also get supportive benefits, as well as affordable childcare and health insurance. Here's a look at how much it really costs to raise a family here.
Four international night trains from Germany to try in 2026
Several new night trains will bring passengers from Germany to popular cities around Europe this year, and a couple of popular connections that were set to end are being saved. Here are four exciting overnight journeys to ride this year.
Where Deutsche Bahn is adding international connections this summer
With fuel prices up significantly, and Europe seemingly on the brink of a jet-fuel shortage, this may prove to be the summer of international train travel. Here's where Deutsche Bahn is extending its reach beyond Germany.
US threatens to scrap EU visa waivers over data sharing demands
The US has given the European Union an ultimatum - grant access to sensitive police data or else lose access to visa-free travel for EU citizens.
Why do some US citizens seek asylum in Germany?
The majority of refugees who come to Germany each year come from war zones, such as from Syria around 2015 or Ukraine since 2022. So why do a number of US citizens also submit applications for asylum each year?
Germany's Chancellor Merz takes title of world's most unpopular leader
Friedrich Merz, who was an extremely vocal critic of Germany's previous chancellor Olaf Scholz, has become the world's most unpopular democratic leader, according to a recent survey.
Travel to and from Germany disrupted by back to back Lufthansa strikes
Pilots at Lufthansa were already on a two-day strike when the company's cabin crew workers announced another two-strike to follow. Why is Germany's biggest airline seeing so many strikes, and where are travellers affected?
Will travellers in Germany be affected by Europe's looming jet fuel crisis?
Flights to and from Germany haven't been severely impacted by jet fuel supply issues yet, but that could change quickly if the war in the Middle East continues. We asked airlines what passengers can expect.
Q&A: What can workers in Germany be asked to do during vacation time?
Emails and chat-apps have led to the blurring of lines between work time and personal time for many workers. If you work in Germany, you may be wondering what exactly your boss can ask of you.
How to get money back from Deutsche Bahn when your train is delayed
Germany's national railway operator paid passengers at least €156 million in reimbursements for delayed trains in 2025. Here's how to file a claim and get money back when your Deutsche Bahn train is delayed by an hour or more.
How the CDU aims to tighten Germany's citizenship rules in 2026
Conservative lawmakers in Germany have had their sights set on tightening the country's citizenship law since it was reformed in 2024. Here's how the party wants to make it harder for foreign residents to get a German passport this year.
Germany-US relations have been badly damaged but not beyond repair
Under President Trump's leadership, the United States has given German leaders reason to question the stability of their alliance. Meeting in Munich over the weekend, officials on both sides said they wanted to continue to work together.
Four places in Germany experts say you should visit in 2026
Several German destinations have been recommended by travel writers as being among the top places to visit in 2026. Here's our pick of the best, both for local residents and those coming from abroad.
The ski destinations you can reach by train from Germany
One of the advantages of living in Europe is having access to a great transcontinental train network. In the winter months you don't need a car to get from Germany to these stunning winter sport destinations in the Alps.
'Get uncomfortable': 5 expert tips for job hunting in Germany
Germany reportedly lacks a record number of workers and yet many job-seekers suggest that finding work is harder than ever. The Local spoke to a professional development coach about strategies for finding and securing new opportunities.
Germany to allow visa-free transit for Indian travellers
Among a number of agreements made between Germany's chancellor and India's prime minister comes the announcement that Indian travellers with stopovers at German airports will soon not need to obtain a transit visa.
Elections and reforms: What can be expected in German politics in 2026?
The year 2026 brings state elections that are likely to shake up coalition politics in Germany, and may even mark the beginning of a major shift for the republic. Here's an overview of what to watch out for.
Can I rent a car in Germany with my foreign driver's licence?
Some travellers won't have a problem renting a car in Germany with a driver's licence from their home country. But for visitors from some countries, and long-term residents it's a bit more complicated. Here are the rules to know.
What's the difference between German citizenship and residency?
As a foreigner in Germany the rights you’re afforded, and the hoops you need to jump through, are determined by your residency or citizenship status. One common question that comes up is the differences between them. Here's an overview.
Majority of Germans believe the country has seen too much immigration
Attitudes to immigration appear to be hardening significantly in Germany, but most people in the country still say they would accept more immigration rather than see fewer healthcare workers.