Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1493, Hartmann Schedel's Nuremberg Chronicle, one of the best-documented early printed books, is published. In 1806, At the insistence of Napoleon, Bavaria, Baden, Württemberg and thirteen minor principalities leave the Holy Roman Empire and form the Confederation of the Rhine. In 1868, Stefan George, German poet and translator (died 1933) was born. In 1909, Fritz Leonhardt, German engineer, designed Fernsehturm Stuttgart (died 1999) was born. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1945, Wolfram Freiherr von Richthofen, German field marshal (born 1895) passed away. In 1952, Irina Bokova, Bulgarian politician, Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs was born. In 1954, Wolfgang Dremmler, German footballer and coach was born. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. In 2024, Ruth Westheimer, German-American sex therapist (born 1928) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Germany’s reform train is picking up steam
GERMANY: Proposals to reform the German pension system are clearly a good step in the right direction. It's now up to the government to show its own reform elan and implement the plans as quickly as possible
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DW News
· Jun 24, 2026
Why can't Germany's national rail operator get its act together? | DW News
Train services across Germany were brought to a standstill on Tuesday night after a fault in Deutsche Bahn's communications network. The disruption stranded passengers and once again raised questions about the reliability of Germany's rail system, which is notorious for its poor punctuality and infrastructure issues. Biresh Banerjee speaks with DW Correspondent Matthew Moore and Nick Kingsley of Railway Gazette International about what went wrong. #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
ING Think
· Jul 2, 2026
Finally, a summer of reforms in Germany as government unveils major plan
EUROPE: The German government just announced a big reform package aimed at cutting red tape, adding more flexibility to the labour market, capping costs for healthcare and pensions, as well as some relief. In short: a package finally aimed at restoring competitiveness
DawnNews English
· Jul 2, 2026
Germany Unveils €10 Billion Tax Relief Package | Chancellor Merz Announces Major Reforms
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has unveiled a wide-ranging reform package aimed at reviving Europe's largest economy. The plan includes €10 billion in tax relief for lower-income earners, pension reforms, and measures to increase affordable housing. Facing political pressure and economic challenges, Merz says the government is determined to get Germany back on track. #germany #merz #economy #taxcuts #europe #housing #politics #worldnews --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
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Related coverage for "Germany’s reform train is picking up steam": DW News — Why can't Germany's national rail operator get its act together? | DW News. ING Think — Finally, a summer of reforms in Germany as government unveils major plan. DawnNews English — Germany Unveils €10 Billion Tax Relief Package | Chancellor Merz Announces Major Reforms