Germany

Bundeswehr halts conversion of military properties

The Bundeswehr has suspended the conversion of unused military properties into civilian areas. The Defense Ministry justifies this with the need for more infrastructure to expand the armed forces amid the security situation. Around 200 properties are affected and will now be transferred to a strategic reserve.

Borussia Dortmund beats Eintracht Frankfurt on penalties

October 28, 2025 Anna Müller

Borussia Dortmund defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 4-2 on penalties in the DFB-Pokal after a 1-1 draw. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel saved two penalties to secure the BVB's advancement to the round of 16. Coach Niko Kovač celebrated a win at his former stomping grounds.

Germany advances to women's nations league final

October 28, 2025 Anna Müller

The German women's national football team advanced in the Nations League semi-final against France and reaches a final for the first time since the 2022 Euros. The return leg in Caen ended 2:2, following a 1:0 win in the first leg. Germany will face Spain in the final.

Reconstruction of Dresden Frauenkirche completed in 2005

On October 30, 2005, the reconstruction of Dresden's Frauenkirche, destroyed in World War II, was completed after 60 years. Saxon regional bishop Jochen Bohl consecrated the late Baroque church. The event marked a milestone in German post-war history.

Risky overtaking causes head-on collision in Eichenzell

A risky overtaking maneuver on Bundesstraße 279 in Eichenzell left two drivers seriously injured. One driver overtook a tank lorry despite oncoming traffic and fled the scene. The oncoming vehicle then collided head-on with another car.

Fan in critical condition after collapse in darmstadt

October 29, 2025 Anna Müller

A SV Darmstadt 98 fan collapsed during the DFB-Pokal match against Schalke 04 and is now in critical condition in hospital. The incident occurred shortly after kickoff on the north stand at the Stadion am Böllenfalltor. Darmstadt still won the match convincingly 4:0.