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Change of legal status for Ukrainian refugees remains controversial
Joachim Walter, District Administrator of Tübingen, repeated his criticism of the so-called change of legal status for Ukrainian refugees on…
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Stiko recommends fourth vaccination from age 60
The Standing Commission on Vaccination (Stiko) has updated its vaccination recommendation against corona. It now advises people aged 60 and…
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Housing benefit recipients receive subsidy for heating costs
The cost of energy is rising and placing a particular burden on people with low incomes. The state of Baden-Württemberg…
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New project aims to prepare LGBT*IQ refugees for the world of work
A network of 250 large companies has launched a new mentoring programme to prepare LGBT*IQ refugees for entering the world…
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Apply for the state family pass for summer fun
With the State Family Pass, children and their caregivers (usually parents and relatives) receive free or reduced admission to many…
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Tübingen Tafel closed until 13 September
The Tübinger Tafel is taking a summer break. The shop at Eisenbahnstraße 55/57 will be closed for five weeks from…
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Prime Minister Kretschmann at tünews INTERNATIONAL
On Tuesday, August 16, the Prime Minister of Baden-Württemberg, Winfried Kretschmann, announced during his visit to the editors of tünews…
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Cheat packs: less content, same price
Customers in the supermarket have noticed it for a long time: the prices of goods are rising. Everything is getting…
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“Iraq has three suns”—50 degree heat
By Sameer Ibrahim and Michael Seifert Hot days in Germany? Not for Sameer Ibrahim, who came to Germany from Iraq…
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War Crimes: Call for victims and witnesses
The Federal Criminal Police Office is calling on refugees from Ukraine to report to the police if they have been…
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Rottenburg food bank takes a break
The Rottenburg food bank near the cathedral will be closed for five weeks during the summer holidays. It will take…
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Sick leave by phone again
Patients with a mild cold can once again take sick leave by phone. Due to the large number of people…
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Syrian recipes against heat
“Bolo” with lots of mint In summer, a drink called “Bolo” is often sold in Syria against the heat. It…
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Changing jobs–this is how to do it without hassle
By Brigitte Gisel Workers are in demand in many sectors. So, the chances of finding a new job that pays…
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Driving without a licence is a criminal offence
Anyone who has not obtained a driving licence or does not have a valid driving licence is not allowed to…
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No fire outdoors
Due to the current drought, the City of Tübingen asks that you refrain from using open fires outdoors. Barbecue areas…
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Nigeria gets looted Benin-art back
German museums will return art treasures looted from the former Kingdom of Benin. This was recently agreed upon by representatives…
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Language circus for children from Ukraine
The Family Education Center (FBS) offers a language circus for Ukrainian children between the ages of 6 and 10. The…
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Health insurance for refugees from Ukraine
Since June of this year, refugees from Ukraine have had full access to statutory health insurance in Germany. The prerequisite…
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Theater project in Ukrainian at the LTT
The Landestheater Tübingen (LTT) offers a theater project in Ukrainian for children and young people between 6 and 16 years.…
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Help for refugees with tumor diseases
Refugees from Ukraine who are suffering from cancer can find offers of help for medical treatment throughout Germany. The German…
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Safety advice for Ukrainian women who have fled
A flyer by the women’s rights organisation TERRE DES FEMMES e.V. and the aid organisation Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland (Workers’ Samaritan Federation…
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Nearly 2,500 refugees from Ukraine are registered in the district of Tübingen
Around 2,450 refugees from Ukraine are currently registered in the district of Tübingen. In addition, there are other people who…
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9-euro ticket instead of free ticket
If Ukrainian refugees want to travel inexpensively on buses and trains, they need a 9-euro ticket to do so. The…
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Orientation course for students from Ukraine at the University of Tübingen
For the winter semester 2022/23, the University of Tübingen offers an orientation course for Ukrainian students. During this period, students…
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Contact point for refugees with disabilities and people in need of care
People with disabilities and those in need of care who have fled Ukraine and need help can obtain information from…
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Psychological support for refugees from Ukraine
Those who have fled Russia’s war against Ukraine may suffer from panic attacks, despair, apathy, fear, powerlessness or restlessness. People…
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Changing jobs–this is how to do it without hassle
By Brigitte Gisel Workers are in demand in many sectors. So, the chances of finding a new job that pays…
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Statistics: Syrians make up the majority of foreign doctors in Germany
“The medical profession in Germany is becoming more colourful”. According to the current statistics of the German Medical Association, there…
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DRK Tests in Tübingen Free of Charge
In Tübingen, there are still free rapid corona tests without prerequisites. The German Red Cross (DRK) offers these tests three…
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Covid Tests for People Cost Three Euros from July
According to the German Health Minister, Karl Lauterbach, there will be no more free Covid tests as of July. Starting…
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Wearing Masks in Public Transport and Clinics until 25 July
There has been a significant increase in Corona infections this summer as compared to last year. Therefore, the local government…
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Most refugees in 2021 came from Syria
As many refugees as in 2015 and 2016 are now no longer arriving in Germany. Nevertheless, according to the Federal…
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Duty to protect people from Afghanistan
Germany has a special duty to protect not only former local Afghan forces. This also applies to all people in…
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Fictitious certificate – who needs it and how to get it
Anyone who applies for a residence permit or settlement permit in Germany receives a temporary residence title, the fictitious certificate,…
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The Federal Foreign Office warns German-Syrians against traveling to Syria
Some Syrians who have already naturalized in Germany are planning to visit their homeland. However, the German Federal Foreign Office;…
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Minimum Wage will be Increased Incrementally
Official employees on statutory minimum wage will earn extra money this year. In other words, the official minimum wage in…
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Flat-Rate Energy Allowance for Rising Energy Costs
Employees, the self-employed people, and traders will receive a one-off lump sum of up to 300 euros in 2022 to…
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Vacation Programs for Children and Teenagers
This summer, children and adults in Tübingen, Mössingen, and Rottenburg will once again find many opportunities to romp in, enjoy…
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IS returnee Maryam A. must serve four years in prison
An IS returnee must spend four years in prison. On 3 May 2022, the Federal Supreme Court confirmed a corresponding…
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The first semester—a German-Syrian reports
By Michael Seifert Editorial member Reem Al Sagheer has been studying mathematics and Islamic theology at the University of Tübingen…
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Immediate supplement for young people below the poverty line
According to the Bundestag and the Bundesrat, children and young people who are affected by poverty will receive an immediate…
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Main branch of Tübingen Public Library closes for renovation work
From Thursday, May 26, to Monday, June 20, the main branch will be closed for renovation work. It will not…
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Children can also come to the university
This year, the University of Tübingen is once again inviting all children between the ages of 7 and 12 to…
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Monkeypox: no general danger
In Germany, some people are infected with monkeypox. Will this disease become a new pandemic? Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach…
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Travel and save with the 9-Euro-Ticket
Consumers are moaning about the sharp rise in energy prices. That’s why the Bundestag and Bundesrat have now decided to…
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Grant for the recognition of foreign professional qualifications
Anyone who wants to have professional qualifications acquired abroad recognized in Germany and does not receive financial support from the…
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Editorial: Great support in the district council
By Wolfgang Sannwald “If tünews INTERNATIONAL didn’t exist, you’d have to invent it,” Jürgen Hirning of the Green Party figuratively…