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Shock in India: Company terminates "stressed" employees - marketing stunt or serious?
In recent days, an Indian beauty services startup has caused a stir around the world. The reason: an internal email sent by …

The sad end of a brewing tradition: Mühldorfer Unertl will be called "Wolfgangs Weißbier" in future
Mühldorf - A piece of history is coming to an end. With the dissolution of Unertl GmbH on December 31, Mühldorf is losing its traditional brewery. The name "Unertl" will disappear from the scene, and the beloved…

Millions in damage from paint attack - How far can climate activists go?
In June 2023, an incident on the island of Sylt shocked the public: activists from the "Last Generation" sprayed a private jet there with orange paint. However, the action went far beyond symbolic protests -…

No-show at Christmas party - 2500 euro fine for corporate clients
What happens when customers register for an exclusive Christmas party but simply don't show up? A restaurant in Munich recently provided the answer: A hefty fine of 2500 euros. And all because a company didn't keep…

Apple headphones expose handbag thieves
A clever trick leads to an arrest—luxury handbags and jewelry from a million-theft case are back on the radar. It sounds like something out of …

Biden pardons son - A political maneuver or a father's duty?
US President Joe Biden causes a stir at the end of his term of office: He pardoned his son Hunter, who had been convicted of illegal gun possession and tax offenses. However, this decision has attracted fierce…

Recht 24/7 - customer trust is rewarded
Legal matters are often one of the unpleasant things in life. But when it comes down to it, you want to be able to rely on competent and reliable support. This is where Recht 24/7 comes in.

In court for throwing sweets
Carnival-goer Charged with Aggravated Assault – What Does This Mean for Carnival Fun? Who doesn’t know them: the colorful, sugary-sweet candies, …

EU smoke-free plans: Will Europe's streets soon be smoke-free?
The EU Commission has an ambitious vision: by 2040, only five percent of Europeans should still be smoking. But how does the EU intend to achieve this goal? The answer could involve more restrictions and bans,…

In love with AI - warning from Google CEO Eric Schmidt
Artificial intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly one of the most groundbreaking technologies of our time, but like any new development, it also has its …

Ryanair and Co. have to pay millions in fines in Spain - What's behind the hand baggage fees and why consumers can now benefit
Why carry-on luggage is suddenly getting expensive Flights with low-cost airlines are usually unbeatably cheap—but watch out if you want more than just …

Love scandal on the chicken trolley: couple destroys snack bar equipment with hot hustle and bustle
Sometimes things don't go as planned. While a Munich snack bar owner is enjoying a well-deserved day off on a holiday, two …

Philip Morris "information campaign" about the dangers of smoking in court in Munich!
The Free State of Bavaria has prohibited the tobacco company Philip Morris from running an information campaign about the dangers of cigarette smoking, in which Philip Morris had advertised e-cigarettes, which are…

FC St. Pauli leaves the short message service X
Last Thursday, St. Pauli said “goodbye” to X: Why the club is leaving the social media platform FC St. Pauli has …

Habeck hits back: criminal charges for "moron" - overreaction or justified step?
Insults online are not uncommon. But when a top politician like Robert Habeck, the Green Party’s candidate for chancellor, deliberately files criminal complaints against …

Mega bill for stranded Russian jet: who pays for the fiasco?
On October 27, 2022, just a few days after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a jet from the Russian airline Aeroflot lands at Franz-Josef-Strauss Airport in Munich. After Germany imposed an airspace ban on Russian…

Part-time sick leave: a model with potential - or a trap?
More and more people are working from home and taking advantage of flexible work schedules. The new proposal regarding part-time sick leave fits in with this trend …

Scandal surrounding "Sonderzug nach Pankow": cult song without "Oberindianer" - censorship or respect?
The song "Sonderzug nach Pankow" by Udo Lindenberg has long been a cult hit. Since 1983, he has humorously played with German history and criticized the former GDR government with the expression "Oberindianer" - a…

8 million euros for justice: Claudia Pechstein fights for her honor and livelihood
A scandal that could make history It is one of the biggest legal cases in sports: Claudia Pechstein, Germany’s most successful Winter Olympian, …

Amazon tightens the reins: Termination for refusal to return to the office!
Starting in 2025, Amazon employees will have to choose: either come into the office five days a week—or you’re out. …

TV chef Frank Rosin targeted by animal welfare authorities: violation of the Animal Welfare Act?
The German Animal Welfare Association has filed a complaint against the well-known TV chef Frank Rosin - the accusation: cruelty to animals in a Sat.1 cooking show. The reason for the furor? Rosin was seen in a…

Return of plastic straws: Capri-Sun defies EU ban - What this means legally
Source: https://www.capri-sun.com/

Digital will: How to secure your inheritance online
In the digital world, we leave behind not only traces, but also assets and personal memories. That is why a digital will …

Passport denied: Why a "Game of Thrones" name became a problem
What began as a creative name wish ended in a bureaucratic hurdle: a six-year-old British girl was refused a passport because of her name. The reason? The name "Khaleesi", which the mother had chosen for her…



