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Bank merger: ING joins Spanish Singular Bank

ING is investing in Singular Bank to expand its business. In doing so, it displaces US investor Warburg Pincus.

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Porsche wants to cut more jobs

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Trading platform: Deficits in user rights? Authorities target eBay

The Federal Network Agency sees deficiencies in the protection of user rights on eBay. What the authority is now demanding - and what consequences could threaten.

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Hong Kong churches warned over ‘systemic’ flaws in handling sexual harassment

Hong Kong churches have been urged to broaden the implementation of anti-sexual harassment policies to better protect members after a survey found signs of spiritual leaders mishandling complaints, including downplaying incidents. A survey by the Hong Kong Christian Council’s Gender Justice Ministry also identified at least 69 victims who reportedly experienced varying degrees of sexual harassment over the past two decades, including three who were aged 13 to 15 at the time. The findings were...

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Germany Weathers Energy Crisis With Growing Dependence on American LNG

The share of LNG imports of Germany’s total gas supply rose to 12% in the first half of the year, up from 10% a year earlier, despite the shock supply loss from the Middle East due to the closed Strait of Hormuz, according to data by the German regulator. Bundesnetzagentur, the Federal Network Agency, noted that LNG supply from the LNG import ports on the North Sea and Baltic Sea increased even during the Iran war as Europe’s biggest economy relied on more supply from the United States. LNG supp

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Climate protection: Appeal from the BDI: Do not punish pioneers in emissions trading

The reform of emissions trading must not punish pioneers, demands the BDI. At the same time, the association insists on issuing certificates by 2050. The situation is currently “unbearable”.

Online shopping: Asian shopping platforms increase market share to record levels

Consumers in Germany are spending more and more money online on Asian shopping platforms such as Temu or Shein. However, consumer sentiment remains weak.

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State elections: The party's contacts with Russia: Security politicians are pushing for precautions for the AfD's election victory

Defense Minister Pistorius wants to prevent a possible AfD government from gaining access to sensitive information. Other politicians from the SPD and the CDU/CSU also warn.

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Industrial policy: projects in Canada, Australia, soon Greenland? Government increases raw materials fund to 1.5 billion euros

With the raw materials fund, Berlin wants to become more independent from China. But so far there hasn't been enough money for this. Now the fund volume is increasing significantly - and two dismantling projects could soon be added.

Exclusive: “Factory closures are inevitable”: In Europe, almost every third car factory is redundant

Volkswagen is already considering closing plants. A study shows: Overcapacity in the European car industry is so high that there are 35 factories too many.

NATO summit: Merz explains German defense spending to Trump

The US President described German defense spending before the NATO summit as “ridiculous”. The Chancellor doesn't let this slide and corrects the numbers used by Trump.

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Energy supply: Reiche wants more opportunities for the north and east when it comes to gas power plants

The legal plans for the construction of new gas power plants are to be changed after protests from energy companies and federal states - in favor of northern and eastern states. There is a proposal for this.

Unusual comet: Visitor from another star is older than our sun

Experts have only found interstellar comets and asteroids in our solar system three times. They were only able to observe what it was made of in one of them. From this they derive a very old age.

China’s Xi Jinping sets new precedent with July 4 message for Trump and US

In a departure from convention, Chinese leader Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to the United States on Independence Day. “This year marks the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States. President Xi Jinping, on behalf of the Chinese government and the Chinese people, has already sent a congratulatory message to US President Trump,” Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said in Beijing on Monday. Beijing does not usually publicise presidential greetings on July 4.

Protection of minors: UN Secretary General calls for coordinated AI regulation

According to the UN Secretary General, AI should meet the same safety standards as medications. Only proven safe AI models are suitable for minors.

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‘I’ve plenty of time on my hands’: Advisers bombard me with offers of free steak. Is it wrong to go for the food?

“I get hungry for a meal at a good restaurant.”

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Tax ID: Apply for a tax identification number online – here’s how it works

Every person residing in Germany has a tax identification number. Why the tax ID was introduced, where you can find the number and reapply online.

Calculate church tax: This is how high the church tax will be in 2026

The Christian churches in Germany are financed primarily through their own taxes. How church tax is calculated and who has to pay it.

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Government circles: NATO could promise Ukraine aid worth 140 billion euros

According to people close to the federal government, Ukraine is to receive extensive aid at the NATO summit. The USA is largely withdrawing aid.

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OPEC+ Decides to Boost Production Further in August

'Seven OPEC+ countries ... met virtually on 5 July 2026, to review global market conditions and outlook,” a statement posted on OPEC's site highlighted.

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EasyJet shares soar 10% as budget airline agrees to $7.3 billion Castlelake takeover

EasyJet shares surged in early dealmaking Monday after it agreed in principle to takeover bid from Castlelake.

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125 arrested as triads use violence to take over construction site lunchbox trade

Hong Kong police have arrested 125 people in a crackdown on a triad group that monopolised lunchbox supply businesses at construction sites by intimidating and extorting other vendors, while also running multiple illegal gambling dens. The force said on Monday that it had cracked down on a syndicate that had gained a monopoly over lunchbox catering at private and public housing building sites in East Kowloon in an undercover operation. “The stable customer base and consistent income of the...

Hong Kong doctor issued over 3,700 fraudulent Covid vaccine exemptions, court hears

A Hong Kong doctor fraudulently issued more than 3,700 Covid-19 vaccination exemption certificates over seven months during the pandemic, allowing some residents to avoid inoculation on the grounds of skin allergies, chest pain and other conditions, a court has heard. Dr Tai Kong-shing, 80, stood trial at the District Court on Monday over allegations that he generated the certificates en masse for personal gain. Prosecutors said the Western medical practitioner failed to make a proper diagnosis.

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Automatic reinvestment ING

Hello everyone, I have a depot at ING and save the A1JX52 there. On July 3rd The distribution for the 2nd quarter was credited to my clearing account. I left the amount there for now because I wasn't sure whether I wanted to add the amount to the next savings plan or use it for other purposes. My savings plan should always be executed on the first of the month. Now today the distribution was automatically reinvested in the A1JX52. I know that it is at

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Indonesia, Singapore say key oil passage will remain ‘accessible’

Indonesia and Singapore vowed on Monday that the Strait of Malacca, a critical oil transit chokepoint in the region, will remain “accessible” even as Iran imposes fees on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto discussed the matter with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in Jakarta as Southeast Asia reels from the effects of oil prices pushed sky-high by the Middle East war. The Strait of Malacca, surrounded by Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and...

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Stock market: SK Hynix wants to raise $28 billion from its secondary US listing

With a secondary listing in the USA, SK Hynix is planning an issue volume of 28 billion dollars. The proceeds are intended to secure capacities for AI chips.

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+++ Football World Cup 2026 +++: Uefa criticizes Balogun pardon: “Red line crossed”

Blatter: That must “never” be +++ England triumphs in epic duel with Mexico +++ Double pack Haaland: Norway shoots Brazil out – Neymar resigns +++ The news blog.

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Singapore bets on ‘early-mover’ edge in labour pact with East Timor

Singapore’s decision to open more labour channels to workers from East Timor could give the city state an “early-mover” edge in an emerging Asean market, though the economic gains are expected to take years. Analysts also say both countries, whose leaders met last week in the capital of Asean’s newest member, are looking at a “win-win” situation, with the deal set to ease Singapore’s structural manpower shortage while giving Dili a chance to better utilise its young and growing population. On...

Finance: Criticism of budget plans - “looting” of climate funds

More money, especially for defense, higher debts - and cuts in the climate fund. This shapes the federal government's draft for the 2027 budget. Why there is criticism.