Germany's Green Party struggling to establish new identity

The Greens lost the German election and are no longer part of the government. Now they have to reposition themselves.

Germany's monasteries and convents dying out

The number of people in monastic orders in Germany is sinking, with many convents and monasteries facing dissolution.

Will Germany's military spending spree deliver broad economic growth?

The German arms industry is thriving thanks to huge investments. But will the country's wider economy benefit?

Germany seeks direct talks with Taliban on deportations

Germany's interior minister is calling for direct talks to deport Afghan migrants who were convicted of crimes.

Germany sees surge in shoplifting cases

A survey of major German retailers has found a rise in theft committed by organized gangs, but some doubt the figures.