![A flashing blue light shines on the roof of a police car.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/27/290290/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/in-north-rhine-westphalia-a-total-of-346-kids-are-classified-as-long-term-missing.webp)
In North Rhine-Westphalia, 346 kids are currently classified as long-term missing, according to the LKA in Düsseldorf. They made this statement after receiving an enquiry from dpa. However, it's just a momentary picture, a representative from the LKA clarified.
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![The rescue medal can be seen at the award ceremony for the rescue medal of the state of North...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/03/252113/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/fourteen-bold-individuals-awarded-a-rescue-medal-one-sacrificing-his-life-in-the-process.webp)
These individuals risked their own safety for others' well-being: 14 ordinary people awarded the NRW Salvage Medal for their work - one is honored posthumously.
Politics![Students sit in a lecture hall during a lecture.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249080/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-anticipated-growth-in-first-year-students-in-north-rhine-westphalia-nrw-by-2035-will-be-substantial.webp)
More students are finishing school, which could lead to a notable increase in the number of freshmen enrolling in higher education.
Travels![A medical assistant prepares a vaccination at the children's vaccination center in Gasteig.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249058/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/in-nrw-skilled-workers-frequently-receive-a-wage-lower-than-the-national-average.webp)
In North Rhine-Westphalia, professionals in the healthcare sector frequently earn below average wages despite a lack of skilled workers. This information was shared by the State Statistical Office in their latest release. The gross monthly salaries for full-time orthopaedic technicians (€2372),...
Travels![A logo hangs on the building of the employment agency.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/249050/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-current-unemployment-rate-in-nrw-is-7-5-percent.webp)
The struggling economy is impacting the job market, according to data from the employment agency. It's unskilled workers who are facing the greatest challenges.
Travels![A drone image shows the extent of the destruction after the storm.](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248966/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/approval-granted-for-eur4-billion-in-assistance-for-flood-relief.webp)
Over 12 billion euros are reserved for rebuilding after the flood disaster in North Rhine-Westphalia. So far, 4 billion euros have been given the green light.
Travels![A customs investigator shows ampoules of anabolic steroids seized at the customs investigation...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248862/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/police-raid-on-suspected-doping-suppliers-ends-in-arrests.webp)
Authorities uncover significant amounts of performance-enhancing drugs, a considerable amount of money, and firearms. The probe commenced after locating doping substances on an individual from the bodybuilding community.
Politics![A customs investigator shows ampoules of anabolic steroids seized at the customs investigation...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248804/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/police-conduct-raid-on-suspected-doping-dealers-apprehending-men.webp)
A significant amount of performance-enhancing drugs, millions of dollars in cash and firearms were discovered during an investigation initiated by uncovering performance-enhancing substances in a bodybuilder.
Politics![A customs investigator shows ampoules of anabolic steroids seized at the customs investigation...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/02/248537/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/authorities-conducted-a-raid-on-suspected-doping-traders.webp)
Authorities uncover significant amounts of performance-enhancing substances, sizable sums of money, and firearms during an investigation. It commenced with the discovery of doping agents in a bodybuilder.
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