🇩🇪 Die Zeit
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About Die Zeit
Die Zeit is published by Zeitverlag Gerd Bucerius GmbH & Co. KG. The publishing house is jointly owned by DvH Medien GmbH (Dieter von Holtzbrinck) and Georg von Holtzbrinck GmbH (Stefan von Holtzbrinck), with each holding a 50% stake. Both entities belong to different parts of the Holtzbrinck family, a prominent German publishing family.
Die Zeit is a German national weekly newspaper recognized for its in-depth and extensive articles. Media Bias/Fact Check assesses it as having a Left-Center bias, noting editorial positions that moderately favor the left, such as a positive tone on immigration and former Chancellor Angela Merkel, and a negative tone regarding the Trump administration. The outlet is known for publishing diverse viewpoints through dossiers and essays. Historically, it experienced an editorial controversy in 1955 regarding a perceived right-ward shift, which led to the departure of a prominent author. More recently, Die Zeit developed a searchable database of Nazi Party members, demonstrating a commitment to investigative journalism.
Germany Braces for Severe Thunderstorms After Unwetter Causes Damage
- Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail, and strong winds are expected across Germany, particularly in the south. - Unwetter in Baden-Württemberg on Wednesday caused damage, including fallen tree…
Messi decides Atlanta battle as Argentina beat England
- Lionel Messi decided the World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England, which ended 2-1. - The match was characterized by aggressive play and numerous fouls in the first half, with both teams ex…
Wildfire in Germany's Müritz National Park Expands, Hindered by Unexploded Ordnance
- A large wildfire in Germany's Müritz National Park has expanded to cover 269 hectares, an area equivalent to nearly 400 football fields. Firefighting efforts are hampered by unexploded ordnance on t…
Maine Governor Demands ICE Reform or Abolition After Fatal Shooting
- Maine Governor Janet Mills has called for the reform or abolition of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. - Her call follows the fatal shooting of a Colombian national by an IC…
Football World Cup: Press Reactions to Argentina's Victory Over England
- International media outlets are celebrating Argentina's dramatic 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England. - Lionel Messi is widely praised for his crucial assists that led to the late comeback…
World Cup 2026: Argentina beats England and reaches the final
- Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup semi-final to reach the final. - England took the lead through Anthony Gordon, but Argentina responded with late goals from Enzo Fernández and La…
German state leader criticizes Chancellor Merz over planned cuts to child maintenance payments
- Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Manuela Schwesig criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz over proposed cuts to child maintenance payments. - Schwesig argued that Merz and Family Minister Pr…
Ukraine Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Announces Resignation
- Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced his resignation, having served in the role since January. - Fedorov, 35, was the youngest defense minister in Ukrainian history and had focu…
Frida Kahlo's Life Celebrated in Acclaimed Dance Spectacle at Dresden's Semperoper
- The Semperoper in Dresden is staging "Viva la Vida – A Tribute to Frida Kahlo," a dance performance celebrating the life of the iconic Mexican painter. - Choreographed by Enrique Gasa Valga, the pro…
EU Commission Accepts X's Proposed Changes After Million-Euro Fine
- The EU Commission has accepted proposed changes from Elon Musk's platform X following a €120 million fine for violating EU rules. - The accepted measures aim to increase transparency within the soci…
Storms Batter Baden-Württemberg: Flooded Homes, Fallen Trees, and Lightning Strikes Reported
- Severe thunderstorms and hail caused widespread damage across Baden-Württemberg, Germany. - Incidents included flooded basements, fallen trees, and a car accident on the A81 highway due to heavy rai…
EU Countries Push for Smaller 2027 Budget
- EU member states are proposing a budget of 192 billion euros for the upcoming year, an 8 billion euro reduction from the European Commission's proposal. - This adjustment is part of the final annual…
Ukraine War: Rosatom Says Drone Killed Chief Engineer at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant
- Rosatom reported that a drone strike killed the chief engineer at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. - The plant is currently under Russian occupation. - Ukraine has not yet commented on the inci…
Le Pen's Ankle Monitor: A Political Tool That Could Backfire, Analyst Suggests
- Marine Le Pen criticizes the legal proceedings against her, particularly her ankle monitor, suggesting it could initially benefit her politically before potentially harming her. - Harvard researcher…
Tractor and truck collide; woman seriously injured
- A female tractor driver sustained severe injuries when her vehicle collided with a truck that was attempting to overtake her. - The tractor driver was attempting to turn left onto a service road whe…
Germany and Finland to boost security cooperation, Berlin sees Finland as a model against Russia
- Germany and Finland aim to bolster security cooperation amid ongoing Russian threats. - German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul views Finland as a model for resilience against Russian threats. - Wad…
Woman killed with machete in Germany; husband arrested
- A 58-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her 60-year-old husband with a machete in Kelkheim, Germany. - The suspect reportedly inflicted at least 30 stab and slash wounds, acting out of "exaggera…
Berlin Senator Criticizes Cuts to Child Maintenance Payments
- Berlin's Family Senator Katharina Günther-Wünsch opposes federal plans to reduce child maintenance payments. - The proposed reform would limit payments to age 16, affecting approximately 80,000 yout…
Switzerland's Data Center Boom Sparks Opposition Over Energy Use
- Data centers in Switzerland consume electricity comparable to a small town. - The booming data center sector in Switzerland faces growing opposition despite its economic appeal. - The article also t…
Wærenskjold Wins Fastest Tour de France Stage; Zimmermann Crashes
- Norwegian cyclist Søren Wærenskjold won the 11th stage of the Tour de France, marking his first stage victory in the race. - The stage, between Vichy and Nevers, was reportedly the fastest in Tour d…
Ex-FDP Leader Christian Dürr Joins Synthetic Fuel Startup
- Former FDP leader Christian Dürr is moving into the business sector, joining a startup focused on synthetic fuels. - Dürr will become managing director of GLE360, a Munich-based company aiming to de…
Football World Cup: England vs. Argentina Sets Stage for Major Rivalry Clash Ahead of Final
- The winner of the England vs. Argentina match will advance to the World Cup final to face Spain. - The game features a major rivalry in international football. - The final will be played between the…
Heat pumps installed most in German homes for first time
- Heat pumps became the most frequently installed heating system in residential buildings in Germany for the first time. - This shift indicates a growing trend towards renewable energy sources for hea…
Horse sculptures return to historic Magdeburg Horse Gate after restoration
- Six horse sculptures have been returned to the historic Magdeburg Horse Gate in Germany. - The gate underwent extensive reconstruction due to water damage over its 99-year history. - Restoration cos…
1. FC Heidenheim signs experienced goalkeeper Thomas Dähne on free transfer
- Bundesliga relegated team 1. FC Heidenheim has signed goalkeeper Thomas Dähne. - The 32-year-old joins on a free transfer and has signed a contract until June 30, 2028. - Dähne previously played for…
Czech President: Politician Should Resign if Guilt Proven
- Czech President Petr Pavel commented on the recent incident involving politician Filip Turek. - Pavel stated that Turek does not respect the rules and should resign if found guilty. - The president'…
Nazi Memorial Sites Warn of Political Pressure and Extremist Rhetoric
- German memorial sites for Nazi concentration camps are warning of increasing political pressure. - They report attempts to influence their work and a rise in right-wing extremist rhetoric. - The sit…
'The Insatiable Self': One cannot find oneself in the mirror
- Two Heidelberg philosophers, Thomas Arnold and Thomas Fuchs, offer a new perspective on narcissism in their book 'Das unersättliche Selbst'. - The book aims to demystify the concept, moving beyond i…
Thorsten Frei criticizes AfD politicians for singing DDR anthem
- AfD politicians Tino Chrupalla and Ulrich Siegmund sang the former East German anthem at an party event in Dessau-Roßlau. - German Chancellery Chief Thorsten Frei criticized the act as "extremely bi…
Suspected blue-green algae in Danube River sickens two
- Two people fell ill with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea after swimming in the Danube River in Lower Bavaria. - Health authorities suspect blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) may be responsible for the …
Firefighting Helicopter Shows Little Effect Against Underground Blaze
- A helicopter deployed to fight an underground fire at a former coal mining site near Meuselwitz proved ineffective. - The helicopter dropped 160,000 liters of water daily, but only temporarily reduc…
Father and Six-Year-Old Daughter Killed in Austrian Tractor Accident
- A father and his six-year-old daughter died in a tractor accident in Austria's Vorarlberg state. - The father's four-year-old daughter survived with minor injuries after the tractor overturned on a …
Court Rules Cologne Must Pay Compensation for Noise at Brüsseler Platz
- A German court ruled that the city of Cologne must pay compensation due to noise disturbances. - The ruling concerns noise issues at Brüsseler Platz, a popular public area. - The city is required to…
Bavaria Plans Museum Reform to Increase Autonomy
- Bavaria plans to reform its state art museums, moving away from their current bureaucratic status. - The reform aims to create 10 larger museum associations from the current 18 independent instituti…
Joseph Weiler: "FIFA is an ugly organization."
- Joseph Weiler, tasked with reforming FIFA, believes the organization is fundamentally flawed. - Despite FIFA's issues, Weiler asserts that football itself is not at risk. - The attempt to reform FIF…
AfD rally's use of DDR anthem sparks debate on East German past
- The AfD party's use of the former East German national anthem at a rally in Saxony-Anhalt has sparked debate about the country's approach to its GDR past. - AfD co-leader Tino Chrupalla called for s…
German military sees sharp rise in applications
- The German Bundeswehr received over 40,000 applications in June, a nearly 25% increase from the previous year. - New hires also rose by 13% in June compared to the same month last year. - There was …
As Ties with China Warm, 'This Country's' Electric Tricycles Malfunction, Triggering Cybersecurity Alarms
- Several electric three-wheelers in India suddenly stopped working while in use. - Investigations suggest the issue may be linked to Chinese-made battery management system apps. - This incident has r…
Planeteers startup aims to store CO₂ in the North Sea
- A Hamburg-based startup, Planeteers, is developing a method to chemically convert carbon dioxide and store it in the sea. - The company, founded in 2022 by engineers, uses a reactor to transform CO₂…
BR Volleys to face Galatasaray and Panathinaikos in Champions League
- German volleyball champions BR Volleys will face Galatasaray Istanbul and Panathinaikos Athens in the Champions League group stage. - The draw in Luxembourg placed the Berlin team in a group with th…
Munich to convert vacant offices into housing with new agency
- Munich plans to convert vacant office spaces into much-needed housing, with a new agency to manage the process. - The city council's planning committee has approved the establishment of this convers…
Far-Right Extremist Liebich Extradited from Czech Republic to Germany
- Far-right extremist Marla Svenja Liebich has been extradited from the Czech Republic to Germany. - Liebich, previously convicted as a man, arrived at the Chemnitz women's prison and is awaiting a de…
Groundwater levels critically low in large parts of Lower Saxony
- Large parts of Lower Saxony are experiencing significantly lower groundwater levels than usual, prompting the state to launch a master plan for water management. - Environmental Minister Christian M…
BASF raises 2026 outlook after strong second quarter
- BASF, the world's largest chemical company, has raised its 2026 financial outlook after a better-than-expected second quarter. - The company now forecasts earnings before interest, taxes, depreciati…
Water Scarcity: Minister Does Not Rule Out Restrictions in Southwest Germany
- Baden-Württemberg's Environment Minister Thekla Walker has not ruled out water restrictions in the southwestern state. - While Munich has already implemented bans on pool filling and lawn watering, …
Extremist Marla Liebich Extradited to German Prison
- Neonazi Marla Svenja Liebich was extradited from the Czech Republic to Germany and brought to a women's prison in Chemnitz. - Liebich was sentenced to prison in Germany in July 2023 but fled before …
Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar end after 118 years
- Border controls between Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar have ended after 118 years, following an agreement between the EU and the UK. - The closure of the border in 1969 by Spanish dict…
German retail groups call for flexible Sunday shopping hours
- German retail associations are advocating for more flexible Sunday opening hours, arguing current regulations are outdated. - The E-Commerce Association (Bevh) and the German Retail Association (HDE…
Perfectionism: Have Mercy on Yourself, Human!
- The article explores the internal struggles of a young monk in the early 16th century, identified as Brother Martin. - Brother Martin grappled with extreme religious practices like excessive fasting…
Bavaria to restructure state museums starting 2029
- Bavarian state museums are set for a major structural reform starting in 2029, aiming for greater independence and economic responsibility. - The 18 state museums will be reorganized into ten interc…
Home Favorite Fleetwood Chases Major Dream at British Open
- Tommy Fleetwood, a local favorite from Southport, is competing in the British Open at Royal Birkdale, aiming for his first major golf title. - Fleetwood, ranked ninth globally, is a popular figure a…
Fatal Highway Crash Near Passau Kills 13-Year-Old, Injures Four
- A 13-year-old girl died in a severe car accident on the A3 highway near Passau, Germany. - Four other people in the car, including the 35-year-old driver, were seriously injured. - Authorities are i…
Britain Plans Social Media Curfew for Teenagers
- The British government plans to introduce a nightly social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds. - This measure aims to protect young people by limiting access to platforms like Instagram and Facebo…
German Football Youth: Klopp and 'Street Football' - How Talents Can Become Top Players Again
- Germany's football association (DFB) is implementing a new "Training Philosophy Germany" to develop more individual talents. - The strategy, introduced in 2023 after three disappointing World Cups, …
Train Traffic Between Hanover and Hamburg Remains Restricted
- Train services between Hanover and Hamburg are experiencing significant disruptions due to a signal box failure in Uelzen. - Both long-distance and regional trains are affected, with delays, diversi…
Victory Against France: The Spanish Way - Three Reasons for the World Cup Final
- Spain reached the World Cup final for the first time in 16 years, defeating France 2-0. - The team's success is attributed to a collective, "team-first" approach rather than reliance on individual s…
Office Movement: Standing Up for Health
- Experts recommend regular movement and specific measures to prevent and alleviate back pain for office workers. - The average person in Germany spends over ten hours a day sitting, with three-quarte…
Unions: IG Metall demands strategic realignment in the auto industry
- The IG Metall union is calling for a strategic realignment in the German automotive industry. - The union emphasizes the need to adapt to new technological and market challenges. - This call comes a…
US senators propose revised Russia sanctions bill, honoring late colleague
- U.S. senators from both parties have introduced a revised bill proposing stricter sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine war. - The bill includes secondary tariffs on third countries importing Ru…
Iran Overview: Sea Blockade in Effect, Trump Threatens Attacks on Civilian Infrastructure
- The United States has initiated a naval blockade of Iranian ports and conducted further attacks on targets within Iran. - President Donald Trump threatened to attack infrastructure like bridges if I…
SPD Secretary-General rejects cuts to child maintenance support
- The SPD Secretary-General Tim Klüssendorf rejected proposed cuts to child maintenance support by Family Minister Karin Prien. - Klüssendorf stated the goal should be to make life easier for single p…
Typical Rhineland-Palatinate: A Wine Cellar in the State Chancellery
- The historic wine cellar in the Rhineland-Palatinate State Chancellery, created by Helmut Kohl in 1970, has been entered by the new Minister President Gordon Schnieder. - The cellar, designed for in…
Trump threatens Iran with attacks on power plants, bridges
- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges unless Tehran negotiates, echoing a similar threat made in April. - The U.S. military resumed attacks on Iran and a …
World Cup: Messi in man-marking? Tuchel's tactical plans against Argentina
- England coach Thomas Tuchel is considering a man-marking strategy against Argentinian star Lionel Messi in the World Cup semifinal. - Tuchel acknowledged Messi's exceptional ability to read the game…
Nearly half a million European children lack vaccination, WHO and Unicef report
- A joint report by the WHO and UNICEF indicates that over half a million children in Europe lack essential vaccinations. - The report highlights a concerning trend of declining immunization coverage …
US military resumes blockade of Iranian ports amid heightened conflict
- The U.S. military has resumed a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas. - Over 20 U.S. warships and hundreds of military aircraft are involved in the operation in the Middle East. - The b…
On This Day: July 15 - Turkey coup attempt, Boeing founded, notable birthdays
- The article provides a historical overview of events, birthdays, and death anniversaries associated with July 15. - Notable historical events include a failed military coup in Turkey in 2016 and the…
Soyuz MS-29: Russian and US crew reach ISS
- A Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft carrying a Russian and a US astronaut has successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS). - The mission highlights continued cooperation between Russia and t…
13-year-old girl dies, four injured in severe highway crash in Germany
- A 13-year-old girl died and four others were seriously injured in a severe traffic accident on the A3 highway near Passau, Germany. - The car carrying the victims veered off the road and down an emb…
Ex-leader criticizes warnings against Left Party tolerance ahead of state election
- Former state leader Christoph Bergner criticized warnings against tolerating the Left Party in Saxony-Anhalt's state parliament. - Bergner argued that ruling out Left Party tolerance could lead to a…
Lindsey Graham's sister sworn in as senator to complete his term
- Darline Graham Nordone was sworn in as a U.S. senator to complete her late brother Lindsey Graham's term. - She is the first woman to represent South Carolina in the Senate and was appointed by the …
Two Russians and a US astronaut fly to the ISS
- Two Russian cosmonauts and one US astronaut have successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft. - The arrival of the crew increases the ISS populat…
Signal box failure at Uelzen causes major rail disruptions
- A signal box failure at Uelzen station is causing significant disruptions to regional rail services, particularly the Metronom line. - Services between Hamburg and Hanover, and Hamburg and Bremen ar…
Drug raid in Saxony-Anhalt: six preliminary arrests
- Police and customs in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, conducted raids targeting a suspected Polish drug trafficking ring, leading to six arrests. - During the searches in Magdeburg, Staßfurt, and Hecklingen…
Cuba suffers third nationwide blackout in a week
- Cuba experienced its third nationwide power outage within a week, according to the Energy Ministry. - The ministry reported a complete collapse of the national power grid and has begun restoration e…
Germany's 2027 budget: Cultural savings sought
- Germany's draft budget for 2027 proposes a cut of about 8% in the cultural and media budget. - The reduction would bring the budget down from 2.57 billion euros in 2026 to 2.36 billion euros. - Film…
German rail infrastructure faces rising sabotage and theft incidents
- German railway infrastructure has seen a 7% increase in sabotage and theft incidents in the first half of 2026 compared to the previous year. - These incidents caused over 220,000 minutes of delays …
Ex-postal worker confesses to hiding tens of thousands of letters in Germany
- A former postal worker confessed to hiding tens of thousands of undelivered mail items in Krefeld, Germany. - The accused admitted to hiding the mail to help his then-girlfriend avoid dismissal but …
Buenos Aires mayor seeks stadium bans for fathers who don't pay child support
- Buenos Aires Mayor Jorge Macri sent a list of 13,000 fathers to US authorities requesting stadium bans for those who have failed to pay child support. - The initiative aims to penalize fathers who h…
Germany Plans 600 Million Euro Relief Through Bureaucracy Reduction
- Germany's federal government plans to reduce bureaucracy, aiming to save businesses and citizens around 600 million euros annually. - The initiative involves over ten measures, including digitalizat…
Poll: CDU Loses Ground in Northern Germany, AfD Rises to Second Place
- A new poll shows the CDU party in Schleswig-Holstein losing support, with the AfD becoming the second-strongest party. - The CDU would still be the strongest party but would see a significant drop i…
JJ Mann departs Gladiators Trier after three years
- Basketball player JJ Mann is leaving the Vet-Concept Gladiators Trier after three seasons. - The 35-year-old US-American will move to the ProA league for the upcoming season. - Head coach Jacques Sc…
Munich Airport supervisory board approves construction of deportation terminal
- The supervisory board of Munich Airport has approved plans for the construction of a deportation terminal. - The terminal aims to facilitate more deportations by the federal government. - Refugee ai…
Poll: Large Majority Dissatisfied with German Government
- A recent poll shows 82% of Germans are dissatisfied with the current coalition government. - Chancellor Friedrich Merz has a 85% dissatisfaction rating, while Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil has 74%.…
Bundesliga: Bamberg Baskets sign forward Scott
- The Bamberg Baskets basketball team has signed American forward Trevon Scott to a one-year contract. - Scott, 29, previously played for the Long Island Nets in the G-League and made six appearances …
ZF Friedrichshafen labor meeting interrupted amid pay dispute
- A labor meeting at auto supplier ZF in Friedrichshafen was interrupted due to heated discussions over pay. - Negotiations between the works council and management over the termination of above-tarif…
Munich Airport board approves controversial deportation terminal plan
- The supervisory board of Munich Airport has approved plans for a federal deportation terminal. - The terminal aims to significantly increase the number of deportations, a move opposed by refugee org…
Train collides with tractor in Germany, injuring 13
- A regional train collided with a tractor at a technically secured railway crossing near Achterwehr, Schleswig-Holstein. - Eleven passengers and the train driver and conductor sustained minor injurie…
NRW plans five billion euros in new debt for 2027 budget
- North Rhine-Westphalia plans to take on five billion euros in new debt in its 2027 budget due to economic challenges. - Finance Minister Marcus Optendrenk described the economic conditions as dramat…
Water consumption in Munich: Munich bans lawn watering and pool refills
- Munich has banned private pool refills and lawn watering due to strained water supplies from a dry spring and hot summer. - The city is imposing strict water conservation measures, including restric…
SED Dictatorship: More People Seeking Advice from Commissioner for Reappraisal
- The number of people seeking advice from the state commissioner for the reappraisal of the SED dictatorship in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has increased significantly. - In 2025, nearly 940 individuals s…
Suspended Berlin Police Officer Confesses to Robbery During Car Sale
- A suspended Berlin police officer has confessed to his role in a robbery during a private car sale. - The 42-year-old officer admitted to posing as an active police officer to steal 71,000 euros dur…
History dispute fuels attacks on Ukrainians in Poland
- Reports of attacks against Ukrainians in Poland are increasing amid a political dispute with Kyiv. - Incidents include verbal abuse on a bus and physical assaults, with one man arrested for multiple…
US inflation cools surprisingly to 3.5 percent
- US inflation unexpectedly slowed in June, with consumer prices rising 3.5% year-on-year. - The core inflation rate, excluding energy and food, also decreased to 2.6%. - The Federal Reserve may need …
Emergency: Several dead found after building fire in Brussels
- Multiple fatalities were discovered in a building fire in downtown Brussels. - Victims were found inside an elevator in the building, which is currently under renovation. - Six people are reported m…
Germany Considers Cutting Child Maintenance Support Age, Improving Debt Recovery
- Germany is considering changes to its child maintenance support system to save money. - Proposals include reducing the age limit for payments from 18 to 16 and improving the recovery of funds from n…
Consumption Slump in Germany: Frugal Customers, Many Worries: Retail Trade in Crisis
- German retailers face a crisis as consumer spending remains low due to economic uncertainty and high prices. - A survey shows 79% of retailers identify customer reluctance to spend as their biggest …
Ohlsdorf Cemetery Receives Nine Million Euros for Renovation
- Germany's federal government is providing over nine million euros to renovate historic buildings at the Ohlsdorf Park Cemetery in Hamburg. - The funding will support the restoration of two chapels a…
Thuringian Police Investigate 74 Offenses After AfD Party Congress in Erfurt
- Thuringian police are investigating 74 criminal offenses and 13 administrative offenses related to the AfD federal party congress in Erfurt. - Investigations are ongoing against 35 suspects, with 82…
Germany to Expand Military Space Presence with New Satellites
- Germany plans to expand its military presence in space with new satellite constellations. - Defense Minister Boris Pistorius emphasized the need for early warning, reconnaissance, and communication …
