Yana Rudenko
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Certificate of Conduct Now Available Digitally
Since 1 October 2026, certificates of conduct (Führungszeugnisse) in Germany have also been available in digital form. A certificate of…
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Nearly one in three families has a migration background
In Germany, the share of families with a migration background continues to rise. In 2025, it stood at 31%, compared…
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Disability and migration support
People with disabilities and a migration or refugee background, as well as their families, can receive free advice from Lebenshilfe…
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Fewer people receive asylum seeker benefits
At the end of 2025, around 390,000 people in Germany were receiving basic benefits under the Asylum Seekers’ Benefits Act…
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Fuel taxes reduced until year-end
From 1 October to 31 December 2026, the tax on petrol and diesel will be reduced in Germany. According to…
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Ukrainian Driver’s License Becomes Invalid After Exchange in Germany
Anyone who exchanges their Ukrainian driver’s license for a German one in Germany can no longer use the Ukrainian driver’s…
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What Tenants Should Do if a Pipe Bursts
In the event of a burst pipe or other serious water leak, tenants should act immediately: if it is safe…
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A New Season of Ukrainian Cinema Begins in Tübingen
After the summer break, screenings of Ukrainian films will continue at Kino Museum in Tübingen as part of the “Ukrainian…
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Debt Collection Letter or Mahnbescheid: What to Do
A debt collection letter should never be ignored. If you receive a court payment notice (Mahnbescheid), you must respond within…
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Ukrainian driving licences converted without tests
Since 18 August 2026, Ukrainian driving licences can be converted into German licences much more easily. Ukraine – along with…
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More Language Support in Primary Schools
Starting in the 2026–2027 school year, children in Baden-Württemberg who need language support will receive additional lessons in primary school.…
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Nationwide Warning Day on 10 September
On Thursday, 10 September 2026, Germany will hold its nationwide Warning Day. From 11 a.m., a test warning will be…
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Asbestos Detected in Play and Craft Sand
Stiftung Warentest detected asbestos in ten of the 22 samples of decorative, play, and craft sand it tested. Ordinary quartz…
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Disposable E-Cigarettes Can Be Returned
Starting July 1, 2026, kiosks, gas stations, vape shops and other retail outlets that sell e-cigarettes must accept used disposable…
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“Ukrainian Sundays” in Reutlingen: Varenyky with Emily
On Sunday, 6 September 2026, the Ukrainian House in Reutlingen invites visitors to a cooking workshop with Emily. The event…
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Co-production: Dictionary of Aid for Ukraine
“Air defense,” “energy resilience,” or “veteran rehabilitation”—for Ukraine, these German terms represent very concrete forms of aid. This is demonstrated…
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First-graders gain right to all-day care
Since 1 August 2026, children in the first year of primary school in Germany have for the first time had…
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Recognition of Healthcare Professions to Become Easier
Germany is streamlining the recognition of foreign professional qualifications in healthcare professions. The new rules apply, among others, to physicians,…
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New labelling rules for AI content
Is an image or video genuine, or is it a fake created using artificial intelligence? Is a real person answering…
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Gender & Migration Gaps: Women Face a Double Disadvantage
Employees with a migrant background earn less on average in Germany than employees without a migrant background. At the same…
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Condominium Owners May Install Air Conditioners
The Federal Court of Justice (BGH) has strengthened the rights of condominium owners regarding the installation of air conditioners. According…
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UV Index: When Protection Is Needed
UV radiation cannot be seen or felt. Nevertheless, it can damage the skin and eyes and, in the long term,…
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New Costs for People with Statutory Health Insurance
The GKV Contribution Rate Stabilization Act (GKV-Beitragssatzstabilisierungsgesetz) will change the rules for people with statutory health insurance. For many of…
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DB to Ban Alcohol at Train Stations
Deutsche Bahn (DB) will ban alcohol consumption at all of its approximately 5,400 train stations in Germany. The new rule…
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EU puts the brakes on the influx of Ukrainian men
The Member States of the European Union have decided to extend temporary protection for people who have fled Ukraine due…
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More Vocational Language Courses Starting in October
The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) is expanding its offerings of vocational language courses that took effect on…
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EU Bans Destruction of Unsold Clothing
Large companies in the European Union are no longer allowed to destroy unsold new clothing, accessories or footwear. The new…
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Social Media: Recognising Risks and Supporting Children
Social media can become a serious burden for many young people if they lose control over their use and it…
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Heat and drought: Western Europe experiences a record-breaking June
June 2026 was the hottest June on record in Western Europe. This was reported by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO),…
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Repair Instead of Throwing Away
The Bundestag has passed a law to implement the EU directive on the “right to repair.” The goal is to…
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Number of Births Falls to Lowest Level Since 1946
In 2025, fewer children were born in Germany than at any time in nearly 80 years. According to preliminary results…
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Only travel with the Jobcentre’s consent
Anyone receiving basic income support must consult the Jobcentre if they wish to travel or will be temporarily unavailable for…
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Warning About Scams Involving Booking.com
More than one in ten internet users in Germany were affected by cybercrime last year. The Consumer Advice Center is…
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DataCheck Connect: Support for Ukrainians in Germany
The online platform DataCheck Connect has been launched in Germany. It is aimed at Ukrainians and helps them find verified…
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Citizens’ Income becomes Basic Income Support: What’s changing from July
The existing Citizens’ Income in Germany is being gradually transformed into a new Basic Income Support scheme for jobseekers. The…
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New “Resource Circle” for Ukrainians in Tübingen
A new support program for people from Ukraine will soon start in Tübingen: the “Resource Circle.” An information session will…
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More Places with Free Drinking Water in Tübingen
There is a new place in Tübingen where people can refill their bottles with drinking water for free: a new…
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Ukrainian Speaking Club at the University of Tübingen
This semester, the University of Tübingen is hosting a Ukrainian Speaking Club. The club is open to students and anyone…
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ADAC Warns of Heat in Cars
The Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC) warns against leaving children, animals, older adults, or people with limited mobility in cars during…
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Microplastics: Health risk currently considered low
Microplastics can now be found almost everywhere: in the air, in the soil, in food, in Arctic sea ice and…
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Oak processionary moth: keep your distance
The oak processionary moth is active again. According to the Baden-Württemberg Forestry Research Institute (FVA), the caterpillars are currently in…
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From Waste to Raw Material
After collection, waste does not simply disappear. Depending on the type of waste, it is sorted, recycled, composted, processed into…
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Discrimination Inquiries in Germany Reach Record High
In 2025, the Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency received 13,067 requests for advice related to discrimination. That was 15 percent more than…
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Housing Becomes a Matter of Integration
Finding a place to live is difficult for many people in Germany. For immigrants and their descendants, however, the housing…
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DataCheck Connect: Help for Ukrainians in Germany
The online platform DataCheck Connect has launched in Germany. It is designed for Ukrainians and helps them find verified medical,…
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Language Lab at the Hölderlin Tower: Interactive Poetry
At the Hölderlin Tower in Tübingen, literature becomes interactive. In one of the museum’s most interesting areas, the Language Lab,…
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Oak Processionary Moth: Keep Your Distance
The oak processionary moth is active again in Baden-Württemberg. According to the Baden-Württemberg Forest Research Institute (FVA), the caterpillars are…
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Employment reference: What rights employees have
An employment reference can be important when applying for a new job. It shows what duties a person performed at…