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Low River Levels Threaten Industrial Recovery in Germany

Persistent drought and historic lows on the Rhine and other inland waterways are causing critical material shortages for energy-intensive industries, jeopardizing the expected economic rebound for the third quarter.
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Executive Pay at DAX Companies Rises 13% to Record Highs
Musician Kool Savas Faces Criticism After Performing at Tesla Event
AfD Leader Alice Weidel Sees Significant Drop in Political Rankings
Public Approval of Chancellor Friedrich Merz Hits Record Low
German Politicians Face Criticism Over Russia Sanctions and Energy Crisis
German Politicians Face Internal Conflict Over Pension Reform Plans
Immigration Policy Hardening Sparks Labor Shortage Warnings from Economists
German Business Association Formally Distances Itself from AfD
Surveys Show Growing Support for National Sugar Tax in Germany
Health Insurance Providers Warn of Massive Deficit in Long-Term Care Funding
German Health Minister Announces Commission to Reform Care System
Low River Levels Threaten Industrial Recovery in Germany
Economic Forecasts Predict Unexpected 1.3% Growth for Germany in 2026
German Industry Groups Call for Urgent Measures to Protect Competitiveness
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