![Water from the Schlei floods a cycle path.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/291037/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/government-aids-water-and-soil-associations-following-october-s-flood-damage.webp)
Regional dykes endured damage during the intense Baltic storm surge in October. Not all of them have prepared for the upcoming storm surge season. The state aims to aid the respective organizations.
Hot-Topics![Timon Gremmels (SPD), Minister for Science and Research, Art and Culture in Hesse, sits on the...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290687/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/no-automatic-process-involved-in-the-potential-repurchase-of-ukgm-shares.webp)
If the private owners of Giessen and Marburg University Hospital decide to sell their shares, the state might consider purchasing them, according to the black-red coalition agreement.
Hot-Topics![A burning vehicle at a roadblock: France has declared a state of emergency.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290420/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/france-evacuates-vacationers-from-new-caledonia.webp)
In New Caledonia, tensions are escalating: France initiates the removal of visitors due to persistent turmoil that has already caused seven fatalities.
Panorama![Manfred Pentz in Wiesbaden.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290277/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-brexit-related-staff-unit-is-scheduled-for-dissolution.webp)
Because of the strong link between Hesse and the UK, there was a key figure in the region to address issues. However, this is now on the verge of failing.
Panorama![Senior public prosecutor Anne Brorhilker sits at the start of the trial day of the cum-ex trial in...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/03/252133/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-investigator-in-charge-of-the-cum-ex-case-provides-no-explanation-for-their-dismissal-in-their-termination-letter.webp)
Investigator Anne Brorhilker, who led the Cum-Ex investigation, did not provide any explanations for her departure. In a document sent to the NRW state parliament, Justice Minister Benjamin Limbach (Greens) stated that she had asked to be dismissed from her civil servant position. The Legal...
Politics![In Canberra, a woman demands "Justice for Women".](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249149/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/australia-takes-action-against-female-abuse.webp)
A woman in Australia is fatally harmed every four days by someone from her close circle. Sparked by large protests, the government responds with initiatives for financial aid and tackling deepfake pornography.
Travels![Manuela Schwesig (SPD), Minister President of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249109/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/schwesig-emphasizes-mutually-agreed-salaries-and-family-friendly-workplaces.webp)
Over Labor Day, the country's leader points out a sensitive issue: the median wage in MV ranks the lowest in Germany, partially attributed to inadequate collective bargaining agreements.
Travels![Manfred Pentz (CDU), Hesse's Minister for the Federal Government, Europe, International Affairs and...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248974/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/two-decades-of-eastward-expansion-hesse-s-minister-for-europe-in-moldova.webp)
EU continues its expansion to the east as accession negotiations begin with more countries; Hesse's Minister of Europe heads to Moldova for discussions.
Travels![There is a speed trap on the road by the "Sonne" inn.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248922/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/avoid-ignoring-swiss-parking-tickets-as-they-need-to-be-paid.webp)
German drivers who committed traffic offenses in Switzerland and ignored demands for payment are now required to settle their debts within Germany. Those who speed or park inaccurately in the neighboring nation need to pay their fines in Germany.
Literature![The coat of arms of the Baden-Württemberg police can be seen on the uniform of a policewoman.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248514/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-state-plans-to-increase-financial-support-for-officers-experiencing-physical-and-emotional-distress.webp)
The increase in attacks on police officers in Germany is triggering a shift in policy. Previously, perpetrators without identity or those with mental illnesses did not receive compensation for pain and suffering. This is about to change.
Technology![Winfried Kretschmann (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen), Minister President of Baden-Württemberg, speaks at a...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248496/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-coalition-reaches-consensus-on-education-overhaul.webp)
Thursday sees the government and opposition conversing for more talks regarding extensive education reforms. The Green-Black alliance has now settled on a shared stance.
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