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fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

Germany's new religious diversity

Erlangen showcases significant religious and cultural diversity with new places of worship for various communities.
#citizenship
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the impact of events like Brexit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Why more and more people are acquiring citizenship in European countries

Citizenship acquisition in EU countries surged by 55% from 2014 to 2024, driven by demographic changes and the Brexit effect.
#sweden
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 days ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

These Are the 10 Best Cities for Digital Nomads-and No. 1 Ranked Highest for Safety, Affordability, and Strong Internet Access

Kraków offers something many digital nomads look for: a walkable historic centre, vibrant café culture and a growing tech and startup scene.
Digital life
NYC parents
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

IN DATA: How many teen deportations are there in Sweden?

Teen deportations in Sweden involve young adults aged 18-20 facing permit refusals, often due to age or parental residency status changes.
#american-expats
Europe news
fromGamintraveler
4 days ago

Why 40% Of Americans Leave Europe Within 2 Years

Many Americans return home from Europe within two years, facing unexpected challenges and disillusionment with their expatriate dreams.
Europe news
fromGamintraveler
4 days ago

Why 40% Of Americans Leave Europe Within 2 Years

Many Americans return home from Europe within two years, facing unexpected challenges and disillusionment with their expatriate dreams.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Delayed by EU entry/exit system? Then travel light

The idea is to prevent visitors overstaying; the consequence is a 70% increase in security processing times, according to the trade body Airports Council International.
EU data protection
#germany
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago
Germany news

Net immigration to Germany fell by 40 percent last year

Germany's population fell by about 100,000 in 2025 after net immigration dropped roughly 40% to 220–260 thousand, the lowest level since 2020.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany news

Germany has highest share of older workers in EU

Germany has the highest share of older workers in the EU, with about 24% of employed people aged 55–64 in 2024.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Germany's Merz sees backlash over Syrian refugee comment

Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home, sparking controversy and denial from Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: 3 in 4 fear wave of refugees from Iran war

Most Germans doubt the country's capacity to accept more Iranian refugees amid rising regional tensions.
#migration
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

UK and France extend migrants deal for two months

Britain and France extended a migration deal for two months to finalize negotiations on border control and migrant crossings.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

UK and France extend migrants deal for two months

Britain and France extended a migration deal for two months to finalize negotiations on border control and migrant crossings.
Madrid food
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Spain to end fast-track path to legal status that Venezuelans have enjoyed since 2018

Spain will end a humanitarian program for Venezuelans, complicating their immigration process and returning them to standard immigration procedures.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

UK and France fail to agree new deal to stop small boat crossings

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Zoning in on Marolles, Brussels: A friendly, cosmopolitan village where everyone is welcome'

The splendid art nouveau Les Brigittines is a Belgian culinary institution, where chef Dirk Myny has overseen the kitchen for 35 years. He daringly reinterprets classic Flemish recipes with dishes such as smoked eel mousse and succulent pork belly with a tart cherry ale vinaigrette.
Berlin food
Public health
fromAbc
5 days ago

Australia has not yet reached 'tipping point' for WFH directive, says expert

The fuel crisis is prompting calls for support staff exemptions and increased work-from-home options amid rising petrol prices and potential rationing.
#immigration
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I thought, what the hell have I done?': the people who moved abroad for love and regretted it

A couple navigates the challenges of living in Switzerland after moving from Australia, balancing career aspirations and family ties.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Starmer's immigration rhetoric follows familiar pattern of bold claims but few results, expert says

Keir Starmer's pledge to combat gangs profiting from small boat crossings mirrors past government failures in delivering on bold immigration promises.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Two migrants die in English Channel tragedy' as UK-France deal is extended

Emergency services, including a helicopter, were seen searching the area, and French maritime authorities recovered people from the water, with one person treated for hypothermia.
France news
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Germany: Conservatives link immigration with crime

Friedrich Merz links violence against women to immigrant groups and advocates for large-scale deportations in response to rising crime rates.
#eu
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
5 days ago

European airports record longer waits at borders as EES deadline looms

The EU's new biometric border system is causing significant delays at airports during peak travel times, particularly affecting third country nationals.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Racism in Germany widespread, but more subtle than before

Racism and discrimination in Germany are declining slightly, but xenophobic views persist among a significant portion of the population.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Germany news: Merz and Syrian president talk refugee returns

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa's visit to Germany has sparked outrage among the Kurdish community due to allegations of human rights violations.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Minister in Belgium after migrant boat launches

We have a history of brilliant law enforcement cooperation to put the criminal smuggling gangs where they belong behind bars. This government will continue to work closely with international partners as we restore order and control to UK borders.
UK news
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK-France beach patrol deal to intercept small boats on verge of collapse

The UK's agreement with France for beach patrols is at risk of collapse due to disagreements over asylum seeker safety and interception numbers.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

EU offers UK emergency brake' on youth mobility scheme numbers

A youth experience scheme between the UK and EU is being negotiated, with differing views on participant caps and migration implications.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Worried about AI job cuts? It might be time to move to Europe, where companies are planning to hiring more-not less-workers thanks to AI | Fortune

AI-adopting companies are more likely to hire than cut jobs, with AI-intensive firms growing headcounts about 4% more than non-adopters.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Is government going wobbly on its migration plans?

The government plans to double the time for migrant workers to gain permanent residence from five to ten years, with refugees potentially waiting twenty years, while leaving room for transitional flexibility.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Belgium: Explosion in front of Liege synagogue

An explosion occurred outside a synagogue in Liege, Belgium, causing significant property damage but no injuries, with authorities investigating it as a potential act of antisemitism.
Europe politics
fromGamintraveler
6 days ago

The EU Border Question That's Getting 1 In 5 Americans Denied Entry And Most Don't Know The Answer

Working remotely on a tourist visa in the EU can lead to entry denial for American travelers unaware of legal restrictions.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany launches alliance to fairly recruit skilled workers

Germany seeks skilled workers from Vietnam to address labor shortages in power line construction.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: Cuts planned for asylum counseling reports

German Interior Minister Dobrindt plans to cut funding for independent asylum counseling services, drawing criticism from civil society organizations and opposition parties who argue such services are essential safeguards for vulnerable asylum seekers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Asylum seekers waiting over a year for claim in UK may be allowed to work under new measures

Up to 21,000 asylum seekers who have waited for a year for their claims to be processed could be allowed to enter the jobs market so they can support themselves, the Home Office has said, as part of a package of measures to be announced on Thursday. As the government seeks to empty asylum hotels, claimants who break the law, work illegally or are found to have enough assets to live without support will from June be ejected and lose their support payments.
UK news
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

EU votes in favor of migrant 'return hubs'

European lawmakers approved proposals to deport illegal migrants to return hubs outside the EU, facing criticism and concerns over human rights.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

EU healthcare workers say they refuse to be instruments' in deportation plans

Healthcare professionals warn that proposed deportation measures threaten public health and transform essential services into immigration enforcement sites.
#migration-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Labour's migration gamble: Denmark is no template | Editorial

Extending settled status wait from five to ten years risks harming key sectors reliant on migrant workers despite political pressure to restrict immigration.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Labour's migration gamble: Denmark is no template | Editorial

Extending settled status wait from five to ten years risks harming key sectors reliant on migrant workers despite political pressure to restrict immigration.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany news: New rules aim to give asylum-seeker job access

SPD Secretary General Tim Klussendorf told the newspapers of the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland on Sunday that the ruling coalition should now move swiftly to make the ban a reality. "We finally need clear rules on digital platforms. Addiction-inducing algorithms, hate, and bullying are a massive problem for our entire society and can be particularly dangerous and harmful to children and young people," he said.
Miscellaneous
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Foreign workers increasing in all sectors in Germany as boomers retire

Germany's employment of native workers is declining as baby boomers retire, making foreign workers essential to sustaining the economy and social systems.
Europe politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Spy chief warns Belarus giving migrants combat training then send them to the EU - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Belarus trains migrants in combat techniques and stages disinformation campaigns before forcing them across EU borders as part of Russian-linked hybrid warfare to destabilize neighboring countries.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Foreigners in France scramble to apply for citizenship before rule change

French citizenship applications doubled in December 2025 as applicants rushed to meet deadlines before new language requirements and civics tests took effect on January 1, 2026.
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

Which European countries have the toughest rules for citizenship in 2026?

Gaining citizenship through family or through marriage is possible, but if you don't have any useful relatives or an EU spouse you'll be looking at getting citizenship through residency. From residency requirements to rules on dual nationality, every country in Europe has its own way of tackling naturalisation.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany is aging and shrinking much faster than expected

People still want children, and the question is why are they not having them? A sense of security is essential for realizing the desire to have children. The succession of crises has prevented many people from turning that wish into reality.
Germany news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

What the mobility deal between the EU and India will mean for skilled workers

As part of the landmark trade agreement announced on January 27th, the EU and India adopted a 'mobility framework' that aims to make it easier for Indian students, researchers and young professionals to move to the EU. The EU and India have a long history of collaboration. Bilateral ties were established in 1962 and a comprehensive trade agreement has been in discussion since 2004, think tank recalls. In 2016, the EU and India adopted a Common Agenda on Migration and Mobility (CAMM)
Higher education
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Asylum applications in Germany down by half in 2025 DW 01/04/2026

Germany’s first-time asylum applications fell to 113,236 in 2025 amid tighter migration controls and a roughly 20% rise in deportations.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 weeks ago

Which countries in Europe impose language tests for residency permits?

European countries have varying language requirements for residency, with Sweden proposing A1/A2 proficiency for permanent residence from 2027, Spain requiring no residency language tests, and Germany mandating specific levels for permanent residency.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Make places like Somerset take more migrants, Danish minister tells UK

Quality, paywall-free journalism requires donations to support on-the-ground reporting; a Danish minister called for even migrant distribution and opposed segregated towns and special rights.
#eu-blue-card
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Does Sweden need an 'integration amnesty' to stop deportations?

I do a video a day when I'm on my dog walk in Lund, and I try to find different topics to talk about. My son pointed out to me a video from national broadcaster SVT about a guy named Shahdad who came here from Iran when he was 14. Now he's 25 and he was about to be deported, even though his mum has a permanent residency and he had a job, so I did a video on him, because I didn't agree with that.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany cuts funding for integration of refugees

Muge Tuzcu Karakoc is certain that without an integration course, she would probably still not have properly settled in Germany by now. The Turkish journalist has been living in Germany for seven years. But it was only in 2024, when she started studying German every day alongside Ukrainians, Syrians, and Iranians that she felt the country she now lives in really opened its doors to her.
Germany news
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Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 months ago

EU announces plan to extend 90-day rule for certain non-EU workers

The European Commission will explore extending Schengen short-stay permissions beyond 90 days for select non-EU professionals to ease mobility and support the EU economy.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
2 months ago

Brits now fifth largest immigrant group in France

The data is based on residency permits, so does not include EU citizens, who do not require a permit in order to live in France. The data shows that the largest groups of non-EU foreigners are Algerians (14.7 percent of the non-French population), Moroccans (13.9 percent), Tunisians (7 percent) - this continues a trend seen for many years. Following them are Turks (5.2 percent) and Brits, who now make up 3.9 percent of the residency permit holders in France.
France news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Germany's skilled worker gap exposes migration hurdles

In a classroom in Chennai, India, around 20 nurses are learning German at breakneck speed. They have six months to become fluent enough to work in Germany. Ramalakshi, one of the nurses, says her family struggled financially, but still managed to pay the equivalent of several thousand euros for her nursing college. Ever since completing her education, she felt the need to give back.
Germany news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

As EU tightens borders, Spain legalizes 500,000 migrants

Spain will provide a legal pathway for residency for migrants already living in the country. Spain's government will grant legal status to undocumented migrants currently living in the country. The decree, passed after years of grassroots campaigning, will potentially impact about 500,000 migrants and comes in stark contrast to the anti-immigration sentiment in other EU countries. Why has the Spanish government decided to embrace its migrant population now?
Miscellaneous
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Germany's skilled worker gap exposes migration hurdles

Indian nurses are rapidly learning German to fill Germany's acute skilled-worker shortages, supported by Tamil Nadu funding and private placement agencies.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.es
1 month ago

'Not a blank cheque': How the EU and US see Spain's mass migrant regularisation

Spain's plan to regularise over 500,000 undocumented migrants has prompted concern from the EU and Washington over cross-border migration and Schengen implications.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How does Germany deport people?

Germany has no equivalent of the US' specialized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, though that would change if the Bavarian branch of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) had its way. Apparently directly inspired by the actions of ICE under President Donald Trump's administration, an internal paper from the far-right party seen by the German newspaper taz this week proposed that a new authority be created within the Bavarian state police named the Asyl-, Fahndungs- und Abschiebegruppe (AFA), or the "Asylum, Tracing and Deportation group."
Germany news
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 month ago

What do Europeans really think about immigration?

European public opinion on immigration is nuanced: many favor greater controls but are not wholly anti-immigrant and often overestimate illegal migrant numbers.
Miscellaneous
fromForbes
2 months ago

How To Move To Europe, As Interest Surges Among Americans

More Americans are relocating to Europe, driven by quality-of-life and mobility motives while facing bureaucracy and seeking second passports.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

EU asylum policy: What changes for refugees in Germany?

The Common European Asylum System (CEAS) is the European Union's legal framework to create uniform, fair, and efficient standards for processing asylum applications. The system's reform, agreed in 2024, will become legally binding in Germany and throughout the EU in June, 2026. EU member states had a two-year implementation period during which the new rules including stricter border procedures were transposed into national law.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Bulgarians quit Germany, choose remote work

She continues to work remotely for a German company in the energy sector. Her company, which is based in eastern Germany, pays her an ordinary German salary, even though Borisova works from Bulgaria. She now enjoys a higher net income, thanks to the country's lower taxes and social security deductions. She does not pay rent in Pomorie because she lives with her parents, which allows her to put more money aside each month. After all expenses, she has just over 700 left.
Miscellaneous
fromGamintraveler
2 months ago

8 European Countries Where Getting Residency Is Shockingly Easy

While Portugal and Spain grab headlines for their golden visas, several other European countries offer surprisingly accessible paths to residency. These emerging options often come with lower costs, faster processing, and fewer applicants in the queue. The dream of living in Europe cobblestone streets, café culture, affordable healthcare, and weekend trips to new countries is more accessible than most people realize.
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