Thieves exploited the Christmas shutdown to pull off a massive bank heist in western Germany, drilling into a vault and emptying thousands of deposit boxes. Losses have been pegged at nearly €30 million (about $35 million).

Massive Christmas bank heist in Germany: Thieves drill into vault, loot $35 million

The event typically runs from late afternoon until evening, drawing music lovers and curious commuters alike. The initiative showcases the innovative approach to urban culture in Germany, reimagining everyday spaces as platforms for shared entertainment and community-driven experiences.

WATCH: Metro coaches in Germany turn into moving nightclubs, people dance to live DJ & electronic music

The Christmas markets in Germany drew massive crowds and had been targets of such attacks, including in Magdeburg last December which killed six people.

Germany arrests five men over suspected Christmas market attack plot

Merz accused Russia of "trying to scare voters in Armenia" and "spreading untruths about the goals and values of the European Union" through "disinformation and sabotage".

Germany's Merz warns of Russian meddling in Armenia vote

Spiegel Online reported that the 49-year-old suspect listed 20 targets, also including judges and prosecutors, on a site he had labelled "Assassination Politics". 

German-Polish man plotting to kill politicians on darknet arrested, police reveal major details

A German nurse gave lethal injections to patients under his care because he didn't wish to spend time working on the night shift. Ten of them died. Prosecutors say he showed no remorse for his actions. He has been sentenced to life.

German nurse annoyed with night shift kills 10 patients with 'execution' injections

The German government has said that military service would be voluntary for as long as possible, but if the security situation worsens or if too few volunteers come forward, it could decide to use compulsion with the approval of the German parliament, the Bundestag.

German cabinet passes bill for voluntary military service, paves way for conscription to bolster defence

While police are yet to release a statement on the number of injured, local German media reports suggest that as many as 50 people were injured in the accident.

Three killed, dozens injured as passenger train derails in Germany

World Magdeburg Mayor Simone Borris said, “The willingness of the population to donate is impressive and another sign of the great solidarity, the broad support and the sense of community that we are currently feeling in many places in Magdeburg.”

German Christmas market attack: Magdeburg raises over $600K for victims

Germany’s Interior Minister, Nancy Faeser, said that investigators who are probing the incident will also review the actions of authorities in response to earlier warnings about the suspect.



Germany Christmas market attack: Suspect charged with murder as police probe earlier warnings

Major escalation as Russian warship accused of firing flare ammo at German helicopter

Munich shooting: Police gun down man carrying ‘long gun’ near Israeli consulate

Germany: Bremen bans ‘silent fox’ hand gesture in classrooms over far-right symbolism controversy

Munich airport flights resume after heavy snowfall caused suspension

After almost a 20-year wait, largest Hindu temple in Berlin is finally ready to 'welcome gods'

A mysterious 'wolf man' was seen roaming around the forests in central Germany's Harz mountains by some hikers, reported Bild. The man, who is said to have lived for five years in the forest, was captured by two hikers on the camera, who as per reports saw him naked, without a piece of cloth on his body, and carrying a wooden spear at the foot of a ruined castle. In the blurry photos, the man is looking either covered in dirt or extremely hairy while he is sitting on the ground and playing with the sand.

Naked and mysterious 'wolf man' seen roaming in Harz mountains of Germany

Germany: Five left injured after out-of-control car ploughs into crowd at American car show

German startup installing electric ‘noses’ in forests to help early detection of wildfires

Germany is facing a threat of drought and lower water levels. With an anticipation of a hotter summer ahead, German companies are looking for ways to innovate and adapt to the weather conditions. German chemicals giant BASF, together with the shipping company Stolt, has developed a ship that can sail in such shallow waters.

Rhine cargo ships built for shallow water get underway in hopes of beating drought drama

Germany's statistics office on Thursday released data for Europe's largest economy, marking the country's second contraction in as many months.

German economy shrinks over the last 6 months | Guest Interview

Germany has struck a controversial deal with China. It has sold about 25% stakes of the Hamburg port to COSCO. China is increasing its investment in global ports. Will China use the ports for military exploitation? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Germany strikes deal with China on Hamburg port

On Monday, two of the biggest unions in Germany will go on strike, bringing the country's transportation system to a virtual halt. Soon after midnight, employees at ports, railroads, buses, and subways began to leave for a 24-hour strike. In order to help their members deal with the nationwide rise in living expenses, unions are calling for increased pay.

Germany: Strike brings public transport network to halt | Details

A major strike brought much of Germany's air traffic, rail service and commuter lines to a halt on Monday as workers demand wage hikes in the face of brisk inflation. Workers at airports, ports, railways, buses and metro lines throughout much of Europe's top economy heeded a call by the Verdi and EVG unions for the 24-hour walkout. "A labour struggle that has no impact is toothless," Verdi boss Frank Werneke told public broadcaster Phoenix.

'Mega-strike' disrupts travel in Germany

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Massive Christmas bank heist in Germany: Thieves drill into vault, loot $35 million

WATCH: Metro coaches in Germany turn into moving nightclubs & more

Germany arrests five men over suspected Christmas market attack plot

Germany's Merz warns of Russian meddling in Armenia vote

German man held for plotting to kill politicians, police reveal key details

Nurse annoyed with night shifts kills 10 patients with 'execution' injections

German cabinet passes bill for voluntary military service, to ease conscription

Three killed, dozens injured as passenger train derails in Germany

German Christmas market attack: Magdeburg raises over $600K for victims

Germany Christmas market attack: Suspect charged with murder as police probe earlier warnings

Germany Christmas market attack: Suspect charged with murder as police probe earlier warnings

Major escalation as Russian warship accused of firing flare ammo at German helicopter

Munich shooting: Police gun down man carrying ‘long gun’ near Israeli consulate

Germany: Bremen bans ‘silent fox’ hand gesture in classrooms over far-right symbolism controversy

Munich airport flights resume after heavy snowfall caused suspension

After almost a 20-year wait, largest Hindu temple in Berlin is finally ready to 'welcome gods'

Naked and mysterious 'wolf man' seen roaming in Harz mountains of Germany

Germany: Five left injured after out-of-control car ploughs into crowd at American car show

German startup installing electric ‘noses’ in forests to help early detection of wildfires

Rhine cargo ships built for shallow water get underway in hopes of beating drought drama

German economy shrinks over the last 6 months | Guest Interview

Gravitas: Germany strikes deal with China on Hamburg port

Germany: Strike brings public transport network to halt | Details

'Mega-strike' disrupts travel in Germany