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Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country in Central Europe. It is the second-most populous country in Europe after Russia, and the most populous member state of the European Union. Germany is situated between the Baltic and North seas to the north, and the Alps to the south; covering an area of 357,022 square kilometres (137,847 sq mi), with a population of over 83 million within its 16 constituent states. It borders Denmark to the north, Poland and the Czech Republic to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south, and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. The nation's capital and largest city is Berlin, and its financial centre is Frankfurt; the largest urban area is the Ruhr.

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How does the German election system work? The September 26 election will determine who replaces Chancellor Angela Merkel, who steps down after 16 years in office. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:57Published 5 minutes ago

Annalena Baerbock: Green party candidate wants to radically change Germany Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:16Published 2 hours ago

German elections 2021: Armin Laschet tries to regain public trust Armin Laschet is Germany's CDU/CSU candidate for chancellor. He has seen his popularity drop in recent months due to several scandals and a string of public gaffes. Find out more about this former.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:04Published 1 day ago

Who is Christian Lindner? \| Euronews German election guide 2021 Take a look at the 42-year-old management consultant and leader of Germany's Free Democratic Party with his sights on becoming the country's finance minister. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:59Published 1 day ago

German election 2021: Who is Greens leader Annalena Baerbock? Her campaign began well, but her party's popularity in the polls has been on a downward trajectory ever since. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:45Published 1 day ago

German election 2021: Who is Christian Social Union leader Markus Söder? Söder was a strong contender to replace Merkel to become the conservative CDU/CSU bloc's candidate, but he eventually bowed out to Armin Laschet Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:01Published 1 day ago

Germany is looking for skilled workforce, how can you apply \| Oneindia News Germany is now looking to jumpstart its economy and is on the hunt for a skilled workforce. . The job seeker visa for Germany is a Long-Term Residency Permit, which allows the applicants to stay in the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:26Published 2 days ago

50 million volunteers in 180 countries take part in World Cleanup Day The movement's website showed which areas of Europe were most enthusiastic: Germany held over 900 events, France over 600, and Italy over 500. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:29Published 3 days ago

German elections: 'One week to go but still no clear winner' Euronews correspondent from the German desk Lena Roche explains how the week has folded for the candidates as well as the German voters. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:15Published 4 days ago

Ischgl: Trial starts over 'super-spreader' COVID outbreak at Austrian ski resort The case is the first of 15 lawsuits filed by plaintiffs from Austria and Germany, accusing the authorities of not responding quickly enough to COVID-19 outbreaks in Ischgl and other resorts in the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:15Published 4 days ago

Macron, Merkel vow to cooperate closely until new German government is formed Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:03Published 4 days ago

Nikola back on the road with real trucks Nikola was to be the Tesla of trucking. That balloon burst when its claimed hydrogen-driven semi was found to have been driven downhill for a video. But now Nikola has teamed up with Iveco's Ulm plant.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:16Published 4 days ago

Franco-German relations: Merkel to pay farewell visit to Macron in Paris Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:47Published 5 days ago

Germany floods: Two months later, Yazidi refugees take part in rebuilding effort Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:50Published 6 days ago

Salzgitter switches from coal to hydrogen The German steelmaker aims to cut its CO2 emissions by 95% by 2050, hoping that steel made from green hydrogen is the road to success. It would replace the company's annual consumption of 2.5 million.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:33Published 1 week ago

The World's Tallest Ulm Church, Ulmer Münster \| Germany Cathedral \| Oneindia News The world’s tallest church is in Germany, to be more precise, in Ulm. The impressive building is a popular tourist attraction that also offers some rather unusual activities. Why does the steeple.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:47Published 1 week ago

For Audi 'the future is clearly electric' Germany's revamped IAA motor show has ended dominated by climate concerns and forcing carmakers to showcase greener options. DW discussed the new challenges with Audi Head of Marketing and Sales.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:24Published 1 week ago

German election: Laschet goes on the attack against frontrunner Scholz Merkel's CDU-CSU bloc has been languishing in the polls, currently projected to secure around 21% of the vote— a historically low level. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:55Published 1 week ago

SPD's Scholz consolidates German election lead with TV debate win Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:36Published 1 week ago

Germany's ruling coalition trails in polls, two weeks before election If polls are correct, Chancellor Angela Merkel's ruling centre-right bloc is heading for a historic defeat in the county's federal election on September 26 Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published 1 week ago

Currywurst an Iconic German Snack \| Know all about Germany's most popular snacks \| Oneindia News Currywurst – that’s a sausage served with red sauce and spices. It’s one of Germany's most popular snacks. And it’s a Berlin staple. Take a closer look! Currywurst - a sausage with spicy sauce.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:48Published 1 week ago

Maskless and lockdown-free in Denmark Germany's neighbor to the north will lift all Coronavirus restrictions. Vaccination rates in the country are high, but there's uncertainty over whether the virus can circumvent mass inoculation. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:13Published 1 week ago

Instagram influencers must clearly label paid adverts, says German court Social media influencers who receive money from companies to promote products must clearly label such posts as adverts, Germany's federal court has ruled. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:57Published 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan: Blinken tells Taliban any legitimacy 'will have to be earned' The chief US and German diplomats urged the Taliban to respect Afghans' basic rights -- but Heiko Maas said the new government's make-up "is not the signal for more international cooperation". Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:29Published 2 weeks ago

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