New German government weighs hiking minimum wage

The minimum wage for German workers is set to rise, boosting incomes while risking to stoke inflation.

Small German breweries fight for survival amid fierce competition

Small German breweries are being forced to close because of high energy costs and declining beer consumption.

Johann Wadephul to become Germany's new Foreign Minister

CDU politician Johann Wadephul is set to head the Federal Foreign Office. Some difficult tasks await him.

Almost 85% of SPD members vote for party to join new German government

Over half of 360,00 members of Germany's Social Democrats voted on whether thier party should join a CDU-led government.