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Berlin

Capital of Germany, a major EU city
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany and a separate federal state. The city is located in the east of the country. Berlin is the largest city in the country by population, which at the end of 2024 was about 3.68 million people. Berlin is an important political, informational, cultural, and scientific center of Europe, as well as a major transport hub. The city has a rich and complex history, has repeatedly become the main city of German state formations, including the Kingdom of Prussia and the German Empire, and since the reunification of Germany in 1990, it has been the all-German capital.
1989
The Berlin Wall was destroyed, symbolizing the reunification of the city and the country
1991
The city officially became the capital of a reunited Germany
2023
Berlin ranked 18th in Mercer's quality of life ranking
2024
The city ranked 9th in the "50 Best Student Cities in the World" list by Campus Advisor
2025
Berlin received 9th place in the 2026 World's Best Cities Report by Resonance Consultancy
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Drones that closed Copenhagen airport were operated by a "competent operator" - police

Danish police said that drones that closed the country's main airport were operated by a "competent operator," but the suspects have not been identified. Copenhagen and Oslo airports were closed for several hours, causing delays and cancellations for tens of thousands of passengers.

News of the World • September 23, 08:42 AM • 3179 views
Cyberattack paralyzes major European airports, attackers demand ransom - BBC

European airports faced severe disruptions due to a ransomware cyberattack that damaged check-in systems. This led to flight cancellations and manual passenger check-ins at Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin.

News of the World • September 22, 01:39 PM • 3671 views
Flight cancellations due to cyberattack on European airports continue

European airports have faced difficulties after a hacker attack on automated check-in systems. Brussels Airport is asking airlines to cancel half of their flights on Monday due to ongoing problems.

News of the World • September 22, 05:16 AM • 4454 views
Cyberattack paralyzes European airports: delays and flight cancellations

A large-scale cyberattack disrupted check-in and boarding systems at airports in London, Brussels, and Berlin. This led to delays and flight cancellations as airports switched to manual procedures.

News of the World • September 20, 08:02 AM • 30643 views
World Cleanup Day: How the Tradition of Global Planet Cleaning EmergedPhoto

World Cleanup Day, celebrated on the third Saturday of September, has united up to 5% of the world's population, or about 400 million people, to clean up litter. In Kyiv, a city-wide cleanup will take place on September 20 in all districts of the capital.

Society • September 20, 04:00 AM • 96535 views
Five thrilling action series: what to watch on September weekendsVideo

UNN offers a selection of five thrilling action series to watch on September weekends. Among them: "The Night Agent", "The Englishwoman", "Black Doves", "Cross" and "Treadstone".

Society • September 19, 04:00 PM • 130862 views
Trump sent a letter to Polish President Nawrocki - Media

Donald Trump sent a personal letter to Polish President Karol Nawrocki through the Polish embassy in Washington. The text of the document has not been disclosed, but the letter has already reached Poland through diplomatic channels.

News of the World • September 17, 08:22 AM • 4746 views
New Polish President will again demand reparations from Germany over World War II - Politico

New Polish President Karol Nawrocki, during a visit to Berlin on September 16, will again demand that Germany pay reparations for World War II. This demand could negatively affect relations between Warsaw and Berlin, while European countries need unity in the face of the threat from Russia.

Politics • September 16, 10:18 AM • 3835 views
A series of accidents in Germany paralyzed train traffic until Monday

In northern Germany, due to a fire in a distribution board and a car accident that damaged the tracks, train traffic between Hanover and Berlin will be delayed until Monday. The incidents led to the stoppage of an ICE train with 900 passengers, who waited for several hours on the open track.

News of the World • September 14, 12:15 PM • 5887 views
Vacuum cleaner manufacturer Dreame enters the electric car market with a model on par with Bugatti

Home appliance manufacturer Dreame Technology has announced its first ultra-luxury electric car, which is set to compete with Bugatti. The model will be unveiled at CES in the USA at the end of 2025, with mass production planned for 2027.

News of the World • September 10, 12:58 PM • 3788 views
Everything indicates that Putin's plans will not be limited to Ukraine - Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Putin's imperialistic plans will not be limited to Ukraine. He called on European allies to seek new partnerships due to changing relations with the United States.

Politics • September 8, 04:18 PM • 10352 views
Daughter of Kyiv City Council deputy Boichenko dies in road accident in Izmail

In the city of Izmail, a 19-year-old BMW driver hit a 22-year-old girl at a pedestrian crossing, who died on the spot. The deceased turned out to be the daughter of Kyiv City Council deputy Pavlo Boichenko.

Society • September 6, 09:01 AM • 23073 views
Car crashed into a group of children and educators in Berlin, there are casualties

In Berlin, a BMW car crashed into a group of children and educators. One educator sustained serious injuries, several children – minor ones.

Crimes and emergencies • September 4, 12:14 PM • 6230 views
Alternative available: Samsung unveiled Galaxy S25 FE and new tablets at IFA in Berlin

Samsung offers the Galaxy S25 FE smartphone, an affordable version of its flagship, and updates its Galaxy Tab S11 tablet lineup. All new devices are thinner than previous models.

Technologies • September 4, 11:13 AM • 3384 views
Radiohead return after seven-year hiatus: European tour announced

British rock band Radiohead has announced a 2025 tour that will cover five European cities, including London and Madrid. These are the band's first live performances since 2018.

Culture • September 3, 05:44 PM • 49301 views
Germany said Trump could be invited to join the "coalition of the willing" meeting remotely

Germany announced that it is considering inviting Donald Trump to participate in the "coalition of the willing" meeting in Paris. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format.

Politics • September 3, 01:04 PM • 3727 views
Friedrich Merz proposed a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in Geneva – DW

Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor, considers Geneva a suitable location for negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end the war. He will present this proposal on September 4 in Paris at the meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing."

Politics • September 2, 09:34 PM • 9223 views
Number of schools teaching Russian in Berlin is growing - Media

The number of Berlin schools teaching Russian has increased to 60 in the 2024/25 academic year, while the number of Russian language teachers has decreased. The Senate Administration did not provide information on the impact of Russian aggression on language teaching.

News of the World • August 29, 06:23 PM • 5332 views
Tehran disregards nuclear deal, EU-3 believes, and reinstates sanctions against Iran

France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have initiated the re-imposition of UN sanctions against Iran. This is due to Tehran's failure to fulfill its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal.

Politics • August 28, 03:09 PM • 4435 views
Ukrainian audio guides appeared in four new museums around the world

In August, four new Ukrainian-language audio guides appeared in museums in Amsterdam, Portugal, Hungary, and Berlin. This became part of First Lady Olena Zelenska's project to Ukrainize world landmarks.

Culture • August 25, 04:52 PM • 4103 views
Carney to tour Europe: Canadian PM heads to Poland, Germany, and Latvia

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will hold official meetings in Warsaw, Berlin, and Riga on August 25–27. The main topics of the visit are strengthening transatlantic relations, developing strategic industries, and unwavering support for Ukraine.

Politics • August 24, 06:36 AM • 4391 views
Zelenskyy spoke with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands: focus on pressure to change Moscow's position and security guarantees

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof. The parties discussed the need for pressure on Moscow, security guarantees, and joint projects.

Politics • August 23, 11:26 AM • 4020 views
Historical rarities returned to Ukraine: rare books from the 19th – early 20th century were taken out during World War IIPhoto

Eight unique books from 1830–1906, taken out during World War II, have returned to Kyiv from Germany. They have been transferred to state library collections for scholars and the public.

Culture • August 19, 05:46 PM • 7956 views
Negotiations will only make sense after a ceasefire - MFA

Ukraine and its international partners insist that no decisions regarding a peaceful settlement can be made without Ukraine's participation. Negotiations will only make sense after a sustainable ceasefire is achieved, as Russia seeks a pause for regrouping.

Politics • August 14, 09:17 PM • 4621 views
"Without Ukraine, no decisions on territories and security can be made" - European leaders

In Berlin, EU and US leaders confirmed that issues of Ukraine's territorial integrity and security cannot be resolved without Kyiv's participation. If Russia does not take steps towards peace, pressure on the Kremlin will be increased.

Politics • August 13, 10:34 PM • 4740 views
Online summit of Trump, Zelenskyy, and European leaders has begun: what is knownPhoto

The Office of the President of France confirmed the start of an online summit between US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and European leaders. Zelenskyy and Merz have already held a joint press conference, and Macron also participated in the meeting.

Politics • August 13, 01:39 PM • 5017 views
Berlin will provide a "secret floor" of the Chancellery for virtual negotiations between European leaders, Trump, and Zelenskyy - Media

Germany has set up a "secret room" without windows for a virtual summit of European leaders to avoid interference. All participants surrender their phones, and translators are not allowed.

Politics • August 13, 01:08 PM • 4039 views
Zelenskyy arrived in BerlinVideo

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Berlin, where he was met by Ukraine's Ambassador to Germany Oleksiy Makeiev. A bilateral meeting with Chancellor Friedrich Merz and participation in a video conference with European leaders, NATO Secretary General, and US President Trump are planned.

Politics • August 13, 10:26 AM • 5789 views
The Presidential Office confirmed that Zelenskyy is working in Berlin today and will meet with Merz

President Zelenskyy is in Berlin, where he will meet with Chancellor Merz. After that, a video conference will take place with the participation of European leaders, NATO Secretary General Rutte, and US President Trump.

Politics • August 13, 07:21 AM • 3706 views
Ties in Russia and involvement in "Reichsbürger": German defense company suspends employee after investigation

Liebherr-Aerospace Lindenberg GmbH suspended an employee due to suspicions of contacts with Russian institutions and the "Reichsbürger" movement. The employee did not have access to strategic data, but the company launched an internal investigation.

News of the World • August 12, 11:36 AM • 2849 views