Politics

Parliament, the federal states and international diplomacy: the day's most consequential political developments, from draft legislation and coalition disputes to elections and what follows them.

Car Washes und Vape Shops dürfen weiterhin ausländische Fachkräfte sponsern

Trotz verschärfter Visa-Regeln im Juli 2025 können bestimmte Unternehmen weiterhin internationale Arbeitskräfte einstellen.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Firms urged to focus on job creation to secure government contracts

Die Regierung fordert Unternehmen auf, Arbeitsplätze über Umweltziele zu priorisieren, um öffentliche Aufträge zu gewinnen.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Heatwave in Italy brings high temperatures

Italy is experiencing a heatwave that is causing high temperatures nationwide.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Apple legt neuen Einspruch gegen UK-Befehl zur Datenfreigabe ein

Der Streit zwischen Apple und dem britischen Innenministerium über Datenschutz geht in eine neue Runde.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Fast 50 abgeschobene Asylsuchende kehren nach Großbritannien zurück

Zahl wirft Fragen zu Abkommen mit Frankreich auf, da britische Minister festhalten, dass Wiederankömmlinge abgeschoben werden.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Neues Netzwerk für psychische Gesundheitsversorgung in England angekündigt

Ein neues Netzwerk von Gemeinschaftspraxen für psychische Gesundheit in England soll die Versorgung verbessern und wächst angesichts zunehmender Probleme bei Kindern und Jugendlichen.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Bericht über traumatische Geburtserfahrungen einer werdenden Mutter

Eine persönliche Erzählung beleuchtet die Herausforderungen, die Frauen während der Geburt erleben können.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Octopus Energy in Union Recognition Discussion with GMB

GMB proposes formal recognition for workers at Octopus Energy, challenging the company's stance on union involvement.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Record High in Referrals to Prevent Anti-Terror Scheme

Government data shows a significant increase in referrals to the Prevent programme, particularly for extreme rightwing ideology.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Changes to Early Release Scheme Following Public Outcry

The Prime Minister is revising the early release scheme for prisoners amid concerns from victims' families.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Explosion in suburb of Damascus kills two and injures many

An explosion in the Syrian city of Jaramana, near Damascus, has left two dead and several injured.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Swimming European Championships in Paris: Eikermann and Rösler secure medals

Jaden Eikermann won the silver medal in diving, while Ole Rösler took bronze, as more medals were awarded to the German diving team.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

US drug agency approves new mRNA vaccine for influenza

A new mRNA vaccine by Moderna for influenza has been authorized in the US. This marks the first approval of a flu vaccine based solely on mRNA technology.

International6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Explosive Drone in Leipzig: Security Situation in Germany Worries Experts

Security experts criticize inadequate defenses against drone attacks in Germany.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Tour de France Femmes: Liane Lippert fails to succeed in sprint

German cyclist Liane Lippert delivered a strong performance but could not clinch the victory in the sprint.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Severe tram accident in Gelsenkirchen – 25 injured

In a collision between two trams in Gelsenkirchen, 25 people were injured, including ten seriously.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Fire on grain field near BER airport causes smoke

A fire on a grain field south of Berlin's BER airport affected about 20 hectares on Thursday.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution observes another AfD representative in Bavaria

A third AfD member of the Bavarian Parliament is under observation by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

States announce lawsuit against federal government over increased track prices

The federal states have threatened the federal government with a lawsuit to challenge the increased track prices in local public transport.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Oil Facilities and Online Retailers

Ukraine has once again attacked Russian oil facilities, while Russian strikes in Ukraine have caused multiple fatalities.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

US Republicans seek criminal prosecution of Anthony Fauci

A Senate committee has called for charges against former medical advisor Fauci.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

AfD expands lead over Union in latest poll

The ARD Deutschlandtrend reveals a growing gap between the AfD and the Union, with increasing support for potential cooperation with the party.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Federal Prosecutor investigates drone incident in Leipzig

A drone equipped for an attack was seized at Leipzig Airport, which is now under investigation by the Federal Prosecutor's office.

Domestic6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Russian drones attack ship of German shipping company in the Black Sea

A ship belonging to a German shipping company was struck by Russian drones in the Black Sea, while another vessel experienced a more tragic outcome.

Politics6. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk