Group of German lawmakers consider motion aimed at banning the AfD, top court rules some surveillance by police as unconstitutional and more news from around Germany on Wednesday.

This German word is one that many people learn even before making an effort to study the language. But do you know why you may be seeing it in the headlines lately?

Germany’s centre-left Social Democrats are putting forward a draft law aimed at increasing the number of people with a migration background in the civil service, and which could pave the way for non-EU foreigners to vote in local elections.

As we head deep into the autumn/winter season many people are wondering what the rules are around heating your home in Germany. Here’s what you need to know.

With early elections on the cards after the collapse of the German government on Wednesday, signs are pointing towards a new coalition led by the centre-right CDU next year. Here’s what that could mean for the country.

Germany imposes strict criteria for obtaining a citizenship or even residency and financial responsibility plays a huge role.

Most people applying for German citizenship will need to take the citizenship test to prove their understanding of German life and society. Here’s how you can book the test – and where you can take it.

Monday sees the launch of the new Paris-Berlin high-speed train connection, linking two capitals that had previously been directly connected only with a night train.

Many non-EU tourists visiting the UK are now required to pay a £10 Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) in order to enter. EU nationals will also soon have to pay for an ETA. The Local answers your questions on the rules and exemptions.

Outside of the major cities, Germany boasts a number of charming university towns like Heidelberg and Marburg that are smaller but still have a lot to offer international students. We weigh up the pros and cons of each of them.