Politics

Parliament, the federal states and international diplomacy: the day's most consequential political developments, from draft legislation and coalition disputes to elections and what follows them.

US aviation authority orders inspection of 470 Boeing 737 Max for cracks

The FAA mandates the inspection of 470 Boeing aircraft after cracks were found in older models.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Court halts construction of Trump’s ballroom next to the White House

An appeals court has stopped the construction of Trump’s controversial ballroom. The president plans to challenge the decision.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Owen Ansah faces suspension due to missed doping test

German sprinter Owen Ansah is facing a potential suspension due to a missed doping test as he prepares for the European Championships.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Zelensky visits Serbia for the first time since the start of the war

In his first visit to Serbia since the war began, Zelensky addresses security issues. A first dinner with President Vučić has already taken place.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Reform on regional vehicle registration plates: Millions of vehicles affected

Over seven million cars in Germany are equipped with regional plates that have gained popularity since 2012. A planned reform could expand their use.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Amersfoort Half Marathon Rescheduled to April Due to Heat Issues

The Amersfoort Half Marathon will now take place in April to avoid health risks from high temperatures.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Severe storms cause mudslides in Austria

In western Austria, heavy thunderstorms and downpours have led to mudslides and flooding. Affected vacation regions are on alert.

International8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

France introduces mandatory helmet law for electric scooters

Due to the rise in incidents, France plans to require helmet use for electric scooter riders.

International8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Fatal accident for an electrician in Calanna

An electrician lost his life while installing lights in Calanna, in the Reggio Calabria area.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Frédéric Recrosio's Insights on Politics and Finance in Switzerland

Comedian Frédéric Recrosio addresses fiscal and political issues in Switzerland in his recent articles.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Recruitment of migrants on Moroccan social media adapts after group closures

Recruitment activities for migrants have shifted platforms following the closure of pro-emigration groups on Facebook.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Controversy at the Marcinelle Commemoration: Accusations Between Meloni and Cgil

During the Marcinelle commemoration, a gesture by Cgil sparked controversy. Meloni and Landini confront each other over the issue.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Federal states relax Sunday driving ban for trucks due to low water levels

To prevent supply shortages caused by low water levels in the Rhine, several federal states have relaxed the Sunday driving ban for trucks. This primarily affects transports in Rheinland-Pfalz, North Rhine-Westphalia, Lower Saxony, and Saarland.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Labour minister comments on PM and prison release controversy

Home Office minister Anna Turley defends the Prime Minister and addresses concerns over prison policies.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

FDP Vice Teuteberg sees East-West division as a business model

Linda Teuteberg of the FDP states that East German identity emerged only after reunification and views the division as a political business model.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Ukraine again attacks warehouses of online retailer Wildberries

Ukrainian forces have repeatedly attacked warehouses of the Russian online retailer Wildberries as Russia bombs Ukrainian targets.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Controversy over the new welcome pavilion of the National Assembly

The rebuilding project of the National Assembly's welcome pavilion is facing political and civic criticism.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Crans: Swiss prosecutor rejects Italy's request to be recognized as a civil party

Switzerland has denied Italy's request to be recognized as a civil party in the Crans-Montana fire investigation.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Delay in implementing amnesty law raises concerns

The delay in the application of the amnesty law poses risks to institutional functioning.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Court overturns burkini ban in southern French seaside resort

A court in France has declared a burkini ban in Mandelieu-la-Napoule on the Côte d'Azur unlawful.

Domestic8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Privacy Authority bans satirical deepfakes of Enrico Mentana

The Privacy Authority has issued a ban on the use of satirical deepfakes concerning Enrico Mentana, emphasizing the need to respect individuals’ dignity according to current regulations.

Politics8. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk