Ute Kaiser
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Syrian Court Sentences Former President to Death
A court in Damascus sentenced former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia. Assad’s brother Maher and his cousin…
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Iranians suffer half a year of war
The US and Israel launched their air strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026. They did not only target military…
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The State Family Pass Offers New Benefits
The State Family Pass has been available for more than 45 years. This year, it offers even more opportunities. The…
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Germany Highly Regarded in Syria
In the Arab world, Germany enjoys the highest standing among European countries in Syria. This is the result of a…
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The Path to Education and Participation
Only a few children and adolescents from eligible families receive benefits for social and cultural participation. This is one of…
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First Afghan with No Criminal Record Deported
Until now, the rule was that only convicted criminals were deported from Germany to Afghanistan. That is no longer the…
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The German Labor Market Needs Immigration
“Without immigration, the German economy would not function in many areas”: This is one of the findings of a study…
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There are 24 free restrooms in Tübingen
Summer heat makes you thirsty—especially for plenty of water. Eventually, your bladder gets full. Tübingen offers a solution with 21…
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Tübingen Closes Most Barbecue Areas
Every summer, fields and forests catch fire—sometimes due to barbecuing. To prevent this, Tübingen has closed most barbecue areas within…
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Exciting Stories for Kids Under the Trees
“Our World Is Colorful”: That’s the theme of this year’s storytime series for children in Tübingen. It begins on Thursday,…
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The threat of forced marriage: what those affected can do
It happens time and again during the holidays: girls and young women in particular are married off against their will,…
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Young and in debt? A counselling service can help
Young people have lots of desires. The latest mobile phone or fashionable clothes – often bought on hire purchase. Those…
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Ideas for career paths after school
School’s out. Some young people have no idea what might lie ahead after they finish school and the summer holidays.…
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A test to find the right school
Children aged between 10 and 15 who speak a language other than German and have limited knowledge of the language…
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Kreisbonuscard: Tübingen supports balcony solar power
Anyone with a Kreisbonuscard (KBC) or KBC extra can apply for support for balcony photovoltaic systems in Tübingen. The university…
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China and Iran Carried Out the Most Executions in 2025
The number of people sentenced to death worldwide in 2025 was the highest in a long time. Furthermore, there have…
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Journalists are also at risk in Germany
The picture is grim: in an increasing number of countries, media professionals are coming under ever greater pressure. Reporters Without…
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Meta AI Cannot Access WhatsApp Chats
A widely shared message is causing a stir. It claims that WhatsApp’s Meta AI can access all chats and retrieve…
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Kremenchuk honoured Tübingen’s mayor online
Kremenchuk has honoured Tübingen’s mayor, Boris Palmer, for his services to the Ukrainian twin town. The local council had unanimously…
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It is best to wrap organic waste in paper
Organic waste is valuable. After fermentation, it is used as fertiliser. That is why the bin must not contain any…
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An “Anatolian Swabian” is the Minister-President
Baden-Württemberg is unique. It is the first federal state to have a Minister-President with a migrant background: Cem Özdemir. The…
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Disposing of bulky waste correctly: book a collection or take it to a recycling centre
Wobbly chairs, boxes of clothes that no longer fit, scratched frying pans: some people leave unwanted items in public spaces…
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Hundreds of refugees attend job fair in Tübingen
“Integration can only succeed if both sides play their part”: this was the message from Tübingen District Administrator Hendrik Bednarz…
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From Bouldering to Table Tennis: Sports During the Holidays
The program for the Pentecost holidays in Tübingen is quite active. This year’s theme is “Move together.” Children and teens…
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Start planning your summer vacation in Tübingen now
There is always high interest in Tübingen’s summer vacation program. Children and teens from Tübingen ages six and up can…
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When the pollen is in the air: tips for everyday life
Your nose is runny or blocked. Your eyes are red and itchy. For some allergy sufferers, the lungs react to…
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Fare evasion remains a criminal offence
The Greens and the Left Party have failed in their bid in the Bundestag. They wanted fare evasion to no…
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“Seen in a Different Light”: Art Through the Lens
The Tübingen district offers plenty of photo opportunities―from the banks of the Neckar in Tübingen to the Wurmlinger Chapel and…
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Newsletter offers families tips for leisure activities
The university town of Tübingen has plenty to offer children. The “Alliance for Families” newsletter provides an overview. It is…
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Petrol stations are only allowed to raise prices once a day
Fuel prices have risen sharply since the Iran conflict. The government intends to tackle this with a new law. From…
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Step by step against energy guzzlers
The electricity bill comes as a shock. Mould is forming in the bedroom. Cold air is seeping in through the…
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New Opportunities Through Career Counseling
No longer satisfied with your current job? How can you re-enter the workforce? Are there funding programs for continuing education?…
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International Weeks: Diverse Action Against Racism
“100 Percent Human Dignity. Together Against Racism and Right-Wing Extremism”: This is the theme of the 2026 International Weeks Against…
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Information for refugees in Härten
Refugees have many questions and first need to find their bearings in their new surroundings. The new website of the…
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Heavy criticism of decision on integration courses
For financial reasons, voluntary integration courses will no longer be available for an indefinite period. This announcement by the Federal…
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Tübingen Foreigners’ Registration Office changes its telephone hours
The Tübingen Foreigners’ Registration Office can now be reached by telephone at different times. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, staff can…
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EU: Revolutionary Guards are a terrorist organisation
Iranian opposition figures had been calling for this for years – now it has happened: the European Union (EU) has…
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Decision-making aid for the state election
Twenty-one parties are running in the state election in Baden-Württemberg on 8 March 2026. Which party matches my convictions? You…
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Useful German for older immigrants
Everyday topics are the focus of a free German course for immigrants of retirement age. It begins on Wednesday, 4…
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Military registration: no exceptions for dual nationals
A few days after their 18th birthday, young people receive a letter from the British Armed Forces. It contains the…
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Baden-Württemberg offers many educational pathways
Which secondary school is right for our child? This is a question many parents of fourth graders in Baden-Württemberg are…
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Iran: “The regime is killing its own people”
Iran expert Raha Bahreini from the human rights organisation Amnesty International criticises the “massive, unlawful killings to wipe out any…
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Eating lunch together and meeting people
Enjoy a free lunch and chat with other people: this is possible at three Vesperkirchen in the district of Tübingen.…
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Help for the Injured in Iran from Afar
Iranians with gunshot wounds or broken bones do not go to state hospitals. They have to fear being arrested there.…
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Military service questionnaire: Ignoring it could be costly
From mid-January 2026, the German Armed Forces will use a questionnaire to find out who is motivated and suitable for…
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Mass protests erupt again in Iran
The situation in Iran is becoming increasingly tense. Since the end of 2025, people have been demonstrating against their dire…
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67 Journalists Killed, 503 in Prison
Journalists around the world live dangerously—especially in war zones. Between December 1, 2024, and December 1, 2025, 67 media workers…
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Significantly fewer asylum applications in Germany
The number of asylum applications in Germany is falling sharply. In August, there were 60 per cent fewer than in…