German News Service | 12.04.2018, 17:00 UTC

German News Service 12.04.2018 | 17:00 UTC

The German stance on Syria: Ready to help, but not militarily

	Chancellor Angela Merkel has shed some light on Germany's position as tensions flare in Syria. She said Germany stood ready to assist its allies, but that Germany's military would not be involved.

Germany's foreign population reaches record 10.6 million

	The number of foreigners in Germany grew by around 5.8 percent in 2017. The new statistics show that while refugee arrivals have leveled off, immigration from eastern EU countries is climbing at an above-average rate.

Cases of far-right extremism on the rise in German military

	An increase in suspected far-right incidents within the German army, the Bundeswehr, has prompted the opposition Left party to demand that commanders "dry out the brown sump." More than 400 cases are under investigation.

Scientists harvest Antarctic greenhouse vegetables

	German scientists have harvested their first vegetables to be grown without earth or daylight in Antarctica. The greenhouse is a test run for growing plants in space and combating vegetable shortages in harsh climates.

What will it take to clear the air in Berlin?

	Berlin is notorious for dirty air in Germany. The local government wants to introduce speed limits on major roads to tackle the problem, while environmental groups continue to call for a diesel ban across Germany.

What is Germany's dual education system — and why do other countries want it?

	The German economy is powered by products sold the world over. The strength of Europe's powerhouse depends on outbound shipments. We take a look at one of its latest exports and reveal the secrets behind its success.

Berlin property price growth tops global list: Knight Frank report

	Berlin property prices skyrocketed in 2017, outpacing all other major centers, according to a new report. Three other German cities also ranked in the global top 10.

Margravial Opera House Bayreuth in new splendor

	The renovation cost 30 million euros - but the Margravial Opera House in Bayreuth now shines brighter than ever. The original baroque theater opens its doors again on Thursday, 12 April.

The Germans' annual obsession with asparagus

	Springtime in Germany means the countdown is on for the country's brief feast on a vegetable known as "white gold." The Germans' passion for white asparagus is celebrated in museums — and even by queens.

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Quiz

	On what sea coast does Mecklenburg-Vorpommern lie? What migrating birds provide a special natural spectacle every year? And what is "Plum un Tüffel"? Test your knowledge of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.

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