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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 2024, and in September, 50 per cent fewer than in the previous year.…
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No pests: ladybirds in the home
In many regions of Germany, ladybirds invade homes en masse in autumn. The Asian ladybird (Harmonia axyridis) in particular seeks…
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Fewer people from Syria are coming to Germany
Following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria at the end of 2024, the number of Syrian nationals arriving…
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From mini-jobs to the D-Ticket: what will change in 2026
A number of things will change in the New Year. For example, the minimum wage and child benefit will be…
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LSBTIQ* under the Protection of the Rainbow
The rainbow is a symbol of the queer movement. “Rainbow Shelter – Arriving Without Violence” is the name of a…
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Clarify pension entitlements before reaching retirement age
Anyone who wants to receive a pension in Germany must pay contributions into the pension insurance scheme for at least…
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Vehicle registration certificate on your cell phone
Since the beginning of November, car owners have been able to download a digital version of their vehicle registration certificate…
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Bundestag, courts and church on Afghans in Pakistan
In Pakistan, around 1,900 Afghan citizens are still waiting to enter Germany. Many of them once helped the German Armed…
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What is important when moving house
Moving house is more than just lugging boxes around. It is a logistical challenge that needs to be carefully planned.…
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Cultural development and migration belong together
Up-to-date daily reports on the situation of refugees and those offering practical advice for everyday life formed—and continue to form…
tuenews CULTURES
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Two unique turtle-like creatures connect Syria and Tübingen
By Youssef Kanjou and Michael SeifertAn international team of palaeontologists from Syria, Brazil and the University of Tübingen has discovered…
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Worldwide: New Year Celebrations from Antiquity to the Present
Since antiquity, New Year celebrations have been closely linked to the religious, social, political, and astronomical contexts of human societies.…
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Neanderthals and us: a story of extinction and survival
Neanderthals are the human species closest to our own, Homo sapiens, or “modern humans” as anthropologists call us. They lived…
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The art of Afghanistan’s last glassblowers
Afghanistan’s last glassblowers work in a narrow alleyway in the old town of Herat. It is nothing short of a…
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From the Ukrainian “Shchedryk” to “Coral of the Bells”
The melody of “Shchedryk” is known throughout the world as “Coral of the Bells”. But outside Ukraine, few people know…
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The origins of glass
By Youssef Kanjou and Abdul Baset KannawiGlass has always fascinated people. Its manufacture was probably discovered by chance. The Middle…
tuenews DAILY LIFE
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Ukrainian Christmas and New Year traditions
The Ukrainian winter holidays are not only a time of festive cheer, but also a period of togetherness, warmth and…
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Syrian refugees are returning: This has consequences for Turkey
By Oula Mahfouz and Michael SeifertSyrian refugees often report that their family members and friends who fled Turkey are increasingly…
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Sport and its role in health
By Mostafa ElyasianSport is one of the most important factors in maintaining and improving health. Its effects have been investigated…
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Danger when picking berries: the fox tapeworm
People who enjoy picking berries in the forest can, in very rare cases, become infected with the fox tapeworm. The…
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Recognition counseling: relocation assistance for professionals
By Brigitte Gisel In their home countries, they were skilled workers and often earned good salaries. Then war or civil…
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Summer in Germany: Less hot, but harder to bear
By Oula Mahfouz With rising temperatures in Germany during the summer, dealing with the heat is becoming an increasingly common…
1 Syria after Assad
The regime of Syrian ruler Bashar al Assad ended on December 8, 2024, and the country of origin of many refugees in Germany is in a state of upheaval. What impact does this have on them?
2 Disinformation as a weapon
Shitstorms, hate comments, cyberattacks: Anonymous actors on the internet, especially on social media, are spreading disinformation at breakneck speed and in their thousands. Russia has deployed troll armies in the war against Ukraine. Who is trying to destabilize societies in Germany and Europe? How can we protect ourselves?
Some developments in the home countries of migrants have a global impact. Which of these affect the everyday lives of refugees in Germany and how?