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The article examines the disconnect between Germany's announced China strategy and its practical implementation, highlighting the ongoing debates and tensions within the German government regarding foreign policy towards China.

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Power production from coal is increasing in Germany due to the declining price of carbon dioxide emissions, which makes coal more competitive with gas-fired plants. The cost of running a lignite-burning plant is largely determined by the European Union's emissions trading system. The falling carbon prices have boosted the profitability of CO2-intensive plants. However, despite the recent increase in coal production, fossil fuels as a whole are still on a downward trajectory in Germany's power grid, with wind and solar making up a significant portion of electricity generation. [Extracted from the article]

After outstanding success in mud juice filtration, proven within a sugar beet factory in Germany through pilot trials during the campaign 2022/2023 this paper will be about the next stage of evolution into a production scale plant trial. The factory, part of a major beet sugar producer in Germany, decided to invest in a retro- fit to Lenzing's newly developed and patented candle type cake filtration system CakeFil. The factory has been operating candle type precoat filters with traditional design in mud juice filtration stage. It has already challenged the LENZING CakeFil design in pilot scale throughout the last campaign and saw a smoothly running mud juice filtration without any intervention over the whole campaign, whereas the existing filtration required seven filter cloth changes and numerous hot water flushing steps during the same period. In this filtration stage at this particular factory a cloth exchange means emptying and opening seven pressure vessels with a diameter of 3 meters (12') and exchanging filter cloth on 288 candles per unit. Which equals more than 14 000 candles to be manipulated throughout an average campaign. A hot water flushing step additionally means to take the filter out of filtration service for 3 hours. Therefore, factory and corporate management decided to exchange the candle design as well as the way of operation on one of their existing process scale filters for a plant trial. The results of this plant trial will be presented in detail within this jointly developed paper. To date the very young 2023/2024 campaign just started, but the plant trial already shows very promising results as the newly equipped unit did not require a single manual or other intervention whereas the existing filters already called for hot water flushing of each individual filter every other day due to decreasing performance. At the time of presentation, the campaign will be finished and the paper will contrast the existing state of the art filtration system with the performance of the CakeFil in terms of net filtrate flow, downtime, filtrate quality and required manpower and spares. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper describes the first-ever operational contrail avoidance trial in the real world, which took place in the region of Maastricht Upper Area Control (including the northwest of Germany, the Benelux countries and part of the North Sea) in the year 2021. Contrail avoidance could be an efficient method for mitigating the climate impact of aviation. Applying a deliberate experiment design, air traffic was deviated every other day by changing the flight altitude by up to 2000 ft up or down if potential persistent contrails were predicted. Whether deviations were successful on average was checked using satellite images of high clouds and by application of a contrail detection algorithm, which makes use of the properties of contrails. Despite the fact that forecasting persistent contrails remains a challenge, the trial was successful at a significance level of 97.5%, i.e., on average persistent contrails can be avoided for regular flights in the real world with a small intervention in the vertical flight path. The experiment is an important step towards a regular operational reduction of the aviation climate impact by means of air traffic management. Nevertheless, many open questions need to be solved prior to an operational implementation of contrail avoidance or climate optimised flight trajectories in legal ATM procedures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on a private garden in Luckow, located in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, highlighting the journey of its owners, Walter Kapron and Manfred Gensehurg, in creating a diverse and captivating botanical paradise. It discusses various unique plant species present in the garden, such as the Japanese Emperor Oak and the Rice Paper Tree, along with descriptions of different sections of the garden, including a magnolia collection and a heather garden.

Germany is launching a program to provide up to €4 billion in funding to help heavy industrial producers transition to green technologies. The program, called "climate protection contracts," will compensate companies in sectors like steel, cement, and glass for the additional expenses of using clean technologies. Germany aims to reduce carbon emissions by two-thirds by 2030 and achieve climate neutrality by 2045. The European Union has approved the funding plans, which aim to remove around 350 million tons of CO2 from sectors such as steel, cement, paper, and glass. [Extracted from the article]

German rail passengers are facing six more days of strikes as the Gewerkschaft Deutscher Lokomotivführer (GDL) union continues its dispute with state-owned rail operator Deutsche Bahn AG over pay and working hours. The GDL rejected a third offer from Deutsche Bahn and called on freight-train drivers to halt work from Tuesday evening, and passenger-train drivers to strike from Wednesday morning until January 29. The extended strike is causing concerns for companies in sectors such as chemicals, steel, automotive, paper, and timber, and could result in losses of up to €1 billion ($1.1 billion). [Extracted from the article]

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Pharmacologic activity of proanthocyanidins in Ginkgo biloba leaf extract has recently been reported. The objective of the present study was to screen proanthocyanidin contents in herbal medicinal products containing Ginkgo extracts. A recently published HPLC method for quantification of proanthocyanidins in G. biloba leaf extract EGb 761 was adopted to also be suitable for finished herbal medicinal products. The method was applied to 14 products from the German market. For each product, a set of three individual batches was purchased and analyzed. Substantial differences in proanthocyanidins contents were found among distinct products, ranging from 0.30 to 5.86%. The batch-to-batch variability within each product was low. The highest concentrations are in a similar range as, for example, the amount of Ginkgo terpene trilactones specified in the monograph for G. biloba leaf extract in the European Pharmacopeia. Although it has not yet been established whether and to what extent proanthocyanidins contribute to the overall pharmacological or clinical efficacy of Ginkgo extracts, a potential impact on the purported benefits of different contents in proanthocyanidins cannot be ruled out. Quality assessment of different Ginkgo extracts in the future may include proanthocyanidins. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Germany's strategy to import hydrogen has faced criticism for not addressing the lack of pipelines to transport the gas from other parts of Europe. The European Union's spending watchdog has warned that the region's green hydrogen ambitions are driven by political will rather than thorough analysis. While Germany plans to be one of the world's largest hydrogen buyers and import supplies from Europe and Africa, there are concerns about the availability and affordability of hydrogen at the scale Germany needs. The strategy lacks a detailed plan for how the hydrogen will be transported to Germany, and investors are waiting for clear signals and incentives to invest in hydrogen production. [Extracted from the article]

Germany has earned €275 million ($301 million) from its shareholding in Securing Energy for Europe GmbH (SEFE), a former unit of Russia's Gazprom. This payment is a partial repayment of the 2022 bailout and is part of a "claw-back" mechanism set up by the European Union. Germany nationalized SEFE after Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the curtailment of gas shipments to Europe. The European Commission approved the nationalization and provided a €6.3 billion capital injection, with certain obligations to be fulfilled. The payment is intended to prevent SEFE from gaining a competitive advantage over other companies. [Extracted from the article]

Germany plans to attract investors for its expansion of gas-fired power plants by early 2025. The country aims to auction five gigawatts of new plant capacity, which will later be converted to run on hydrogen. Another five gigawatts will be tendered as part of a new capacity mechanism. Germany is increasing its renewable energy sources but wants to subsidize gas-fired power plants to support the grid during periods of low wind and solar supply. The government intends to gradually convert the gas plants to run on hydrogen, but this will require significant subsidies. Large energy companies have already shown interest in constructing these plants. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the joint efforts of the Germany-based Bund deutscher Baumschulen (BdB) and the Deutsche Gartenamtsleiterkonferenz in endorsing tree-friendly planting methods outlined in a recently published position paper, emphasizing the vital role of trees in urban environments amidst climate change. It highlights the necessity of integrating tree-friendly planting techniques into urban planning to address challenges like extreme heat, prolonged droughts, and increased heavy rainfall.

The article highlights Lord Mayor Jim Hickey's refusal to welcome the German battleship Schlesien in Cork, Ireland due to the Nazi insult to Pope Pius XI in February 1939. Topics include the diplomatic tensions between the Vatican and Nazi Germany, the impact of Hickey's decision on international relations, and the subsequent reception of the German ship in Cobh, where normal courtesies were extended despite Cork's snub.

Germany is planning to tighten its rules on biomass production by reducing the use of unsustainable crops and promoting the utilization of animal dung and organic waste. The government aims to increase the utilization of animal manure for biogas production from one-third to two-thirds by 2030. While biomass is a major renewable energy source in Germany and the EU, it has faced criticism due to concerns about deforestation and biodiversity loss. Shifting towards waste and residual materials instead of energy crops could address some of these concerns, but it may pose challenges for the existing biogas industry. The availability of organic waste may also be uncertain due to expected declines in meat consumption and livestock herds. The German government has not provided official comments on the draft strategy. [Extracted from the article]

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The article explores the motivations behind companies' investments in employee training programs and seminars, focusing on Germany-based Grewe Bremen GmbH's annual European Tree worker (ETW) course. It states that led by Betriebsleiter Dirk Johnsen, the program not only emphasizes skill development but also fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among participants and external attendees, contributing to the quality and success of the company.

The article delves into the question of whether the Brothers Grimm fabricated their fairy tales, debunking the myth through the research findings of Professor Holger Ehrhardt from Kassel University, who discovered previously unknown original manuscripts among the Grimm Brothers' papers in Germany.

Isabelle Wiessler is a renowned fiber artist known for her work in quilting, painting, and pencil art. Born in Paris and now based in Germany, Isabelle's artistic journey began with traditional quilting but evolved towards more creative and abstract art quilts. She incorporates various materials like Lutradur®, Tyvek®, and acrylic felt to add texture and structure to her work. Isabelle draws inspiration from nature and aims to create art that evokes positive emotions and connects with viewers. She is currently working on new projects for an upcoming exhibition and plans to offer workshops from her studio in the future. [Extracted from the article]

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The article focuses on the phenomenon of sudden death observed in stone fruit trees, particularly apricots and plums, grown in containers without a discernible cause. It mentions that despite extensive research and experiments, including those conducted in Bad Zwischenahn, Germany, and observations in various regions like Austria and the Netherlands, the exact cause of this phenomenon remains unknown, posing a significant challenge to nursery and garden center operations.

Germany has proposed a plan to address the shortage of armed-forces personnel caused by Russia's war on Ukraine. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius suggested reintroducing some form of conscription to fill the shortfall of around 20,000 regular troops, but Chancellor Olaf Scholz disagreed, stating that the abolition of conscription in 2011 should not be reversed. The proposed model would require young men to complete a questionnaire about their health and motivation, while young women would have the option to volunteer. This plan aims to recruit an additional 5,000 troops per year, on top of the current 10,000 volunteers. Germany estimates that it will need a total of about 460,000 personnel to fulfill its obligations as a NATO member. [Extracted from the article]

Germany plans to advocate for stricter climate regulations in the European Union (EU) to reduce emissions in fossil-fuel heavy industries. The country's economy ministry aims to tighten EU rules for oversight of construction and sustainable products, as well as expand the EU's carbon pricing tools. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck, a member of the Green party, wants to link new requirements to quotas for raw materials and products. This move comes amidst concerns about rising costs and job losses, as well as the upcoming EU parliamentary elections. Germany, as Europe's largest economy, aims to cut carbon emissions by 65% by 2030. [Extracted from the article]

Germany is advocating for stricter climate regulations in the European Union (EU) to reduce emissions in industries heavily reliant on fossil fuels. The country's economy ministry plans to propose tighter EU rules for construction oversight and sustainable products to the next European Commission. However, this move may face opposition from European industry, farmers, and some voters who are concerned about rising costs and job losses. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck, a member of the Green party, aims to link new requirements to quotas for raw materials and products, potentially increasing costs for consumers. Germany, as the largest economy in Europe, aims to cut carbon emissions by 65% by 2030. The government is also proposing labeling goods in sectors like steel, cement, and chemicals to clarify which base materials are climate-friendly. [Extracted from the article]

Despite global economic worries, consumers are anticipating a brighter financial future ahead, according to a Digital River survey. The survey data was collected from 3,000 respondents equally spread across the U.S., U.K., and Germany, according to a press release. Additional... [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article highlights a study by the University of Tübingen and the Institute for Educational Quality Improvement (IQB) revealing that differences within German states and schools have a more significant impact on variations in school grades than differences between states.

German authorities have arrested two men and a woman who are suspected of spying for the Chinese state. The individuals were allegedly working to obtain information on ship-engine technology and purchase a special laser without export authorization. This is the second espionage case to emerge in Germany recently, following the arrest of two Russian-German citizens accused of spying for Russia. The revelations about Chinese espionage could complicate Chancellor Olaf Scholz's efforts to reset relations with Germany's largest trading partner. The Chinese embassy in Berlin has denied the accusations and called on Germany to refrain from politically manipulating China's image. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study from the Department of Neurosurgery in Quakenbruck, Germany, discusses the surgical treatment for Chiari I malformation and basilar invagination. The study presents a treatment algorithm based on radiological features, intraoperative findings, and long-term outcomes. The research found that foramen magnum decompression and duraplasty should be used to treat Chiari I malformation in the presence of basilar invagination. The study evaluated 85 operations on 82 patients and found that both treatment groups showed significant improvement in gait ataxia, swallowing functions, and suboccipital pain. [Extracted from the article]

Germany is implementing a ¿23 billion ($24.9 billion) program to achieve net zero emissions by 2045 while protecting its energy-intensive industries. The program, called "climate protection contracts," will provide financial support to companies in sectors like steel, cement, and glass to cover the additional costs of using cleaner technologies. The government will select proposals based on the highest CO2 reductions for the lowest price. This program is unique in its scope and is being closely watched by other countries with similar net zero goals. The success of the program is uncertain, but it aims to stabilize Germany's industrial base and secure jobs. [Extracted from the article]

Germany has launched a program to provide up to €4 billion ($4.4 billion) in funding to help heavy industrial producers transition to green technologies. The program, called "climate protection contracts," will compensate companies in sectors like steel, cement, and glass for using cleaner technologies compared to conventional processes. The government aims to slash carbon emissions by two-thirds by 2030 and achieve climate neutrality by 2045. The program also aims to incentivize the development of new technologies and infrastructure. The government plans to hold additional auctions in the future. [Extracted from the article]

MeinBodenbelag, a floor covering retailer in Germany, has deployed a digital signage network from nsign.tv. The software platform system includes 20 displays throughout the store, enhancing the customer experience, according to a press release. "We were looking for a program... [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

German banks are facing a slow-motion property crash that poses a greater threat to them than the US commercial real estate market. While Germany has avoided rapid market corrections like those seen in the US, experts argue that this is due to accounting practices that shield lenders and investors from immediate losses. German banks have a higher exposure to commercial real estate than their European peers and have extended loans more aggressively. As property owners are forced to sell, smaller and mid-sized lenders are burdened, and some senior officials at the European Central Bank believe Germany will be a special focus as they examine commercial real estate risks. [Extracted from the article]

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German lawmakers are set to approve legislation decriminalizing personal use of cannabis this week, with the law expected to take effect on April 1. The legislation would allow adults to possess up to 25 grams of cannabis, grow a maximum of three plants for personal use, and cultivate the drug as part of nonprofit cannabis clubs limited to 500 members. The move is seen as the first step towards broader marijuana legalization in Germany, although it has faced opposition from some lawmakers who argue it will harm young people's health and increase the burden on police. The government, however, believes the law will help curb the black market, tackle drug-related crime, and protect against contaminated products. [Extracted from the article]

Ventus, a Digi company, launched its Managed Network-as-a-service ATM solution in the EU. It will provide its Ventus LC300 router alongside its processor, check imaging and cloud services, according to a press release. The company launched initially in Germany and will design, build, host and maintain ATM networks in the wider EU. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent study conducted by the Institute for Employment Research (IAB) examined the use of short-time work schemes during the COVID-19 pandemic. These schemes involve subsidies for temporary reductions in working hours due to production drops. The study focused on Germany and found that the regulations on entitlements and benefits during the pandemic were more generous than in non-crisis times. The research also explored perceptions of appropriate short-time benefits and replacement rates, with respondents indicating that the allowance should decrease slightly as the duration of short-time work increases. The study highlights the temporary implementation of a rule in Germany that increased short-time work benefits with the duration of short-time work. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by Maastricht University Medical Center in the Netherlands examined consumer preferences for health services offered by health insurance companies in Germany. The study found that German health insurance companies are increasingly positioning themselves as health partners to their customers in order to improve their health and contain costs. The researchers conducted an online survey of 880 German health insurance customers between the ages of 18 and 65, and found that the most important health services to respondents were preliminary examinations, care management, and health programs. The study concluded that people want their health insurance to provide preventive health services with direct therapeutic value, rather than just informational or convenience-related benefits. The researchers suggest that health insurance companies should consider an overall strategy to address these preferences for all clients by focusing on these important health services. [Extracted from the article]