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Simple German News: Stories at A2
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Simple German News: Stories at A2

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Each day, we bring you real-world news, explained clearly and simply in German at an A2 level. Listen, learn, and improve your German while staying informed.

This podcast is brought to you by the LinguaSimplify app. Learn languages by reading real-world articles, simplified with AI to your level.

Each day, we bring you real-world news, explained clearly and simply in German at an A2 level. Listen, learn, and improve your German while staying informed.

This podcast is brought to you by the LinguaSimplify app. Learn languages by reading real-world articles, simplified with AI to your level.

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Google’s €5.5 Billion Bet on Germany’s Digital Future

Try our ⁠⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠⁠ app. Google’s massive data center investment boosts Germany’s digital infrastructure and jobs — while raising questions about tech dependence, sovereignty, and sustainability.
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04:06

The Paris Agreement: Progress and a Worsening Climate Crisis

Try our ⁠⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠⁠ app. Ten years on, the Paris Agreement shows both major gains in renewable energy and alarming setbacks — as rising emissions and warming trends push the world closer to critical tipping points.
Languages 3 days
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04:21

Life Satisfaction and Integration of Migrants in Germany

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Studies show rising well-being among immigrants the longer they stay — yet a “paradox” emerges as second-generation migrants report lower satisfaction, highlighting the role of expectations, origin, and language skills in integration.
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08:44

The Next EU Enlargement: Candidates and Needed Reforms

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. From the Western Balkans to Ukraine, ten countries are seeking EU membership — but political hurdles, strict accession criteria, and internal EU reforms will shape who joins next and when.
Languages 1 week
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06:26

Stay Culture: Migration and Care Work in Germany

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany relies heavily on migrant healthcare workers — but language barriers, burnout, unmet expectations, and discrimination show why true integration requires more than a “welcome culture.”
Languages 1 week
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06:49

Repatriation Drive: Deportations and Voluntary Returns

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany’s “repatriation offensive” aims to speed up deportations, yet most departures remain voluntary — exposing legal hurdles, political rifts, and practical limits.
Languages 1 week
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07:55

Albert Göring: Brother, Dissident, Rescuer

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. The lesser-known brother of Hermann Göring defied the Nazi regime, risking his life to save Jews and dissidents — a story of courage, loyalty, and moral conviction.
Languages 1 week
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09:13

Young Ukrainians Seeking Refuge in Germany

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. A growing number of Ukrainian men aged 18–22 are arriving in Germany after new exit rules — fleeing conscription fears and searching for safety and opportunity abroad.
Languages 2 weeks
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05:50

War and Disaster Preparedness in German Schools

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. A new proposal to teach crisis readiness in schools sparks debate — with supporters calling it vital for resilience and critics warning against fear-driven education.
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Seniors Behind the Wheel: Safety and Independence

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany debates mandatory driving tests for older adults — balancing road safety with personal freedom, as experts suggest medical checks and smart tech instead.
Languages 2 weeks
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07:32

Happiness Atlas: Life Satisfaction and Wealth Gaps in Germany

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany’s happiness levels remain high, but income worries and emotional stress are rising — with Hamburg leading the rankings and regional gaps slowly narrowing.
Languages 2 weeks
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06:45

Citizen’s Income: Costs, Recipients, and the Reform Debate

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany’s Bürgergeld system supports millions but faces rising costs and political pressure — with planned reforms aiming to tighten rules and boost workforce participation.
Languages 2 weeks
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07:23

AfD Espionage Allegations: Serving Russia’s Interests?

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Germany’s far-right AfD faces accusations of using parliamentary tools to gather sensitive infrastructure data for Moscow — deepening fears of Kremlin influence in Berlin.
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Japan’s First Female Prime Minister: Challenges and Priorities

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Sanae Takaichi takes office as Japan’s first woman leader — facing economic pressures, party divisions, and tense diplomacy as she seeks to prove her leadership.
Languages 3 weeks
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Poland’s Economic Rise Challenges Europe’s Giants

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. With steady growth, strong EU integration, and robust consumer demand, Poland is emerging as one of Europe’s most dynamic economies — even outpacing Germany and France.
Languages 3 weeks
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“Das Crazy”: Germany’s Youth Word of the Year 2025

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Blending German and English, “das crazy” captures the playful mix and digital flair of modern youth language — reflecting how Gen Z shapes the way Germany speaks.
Languages 3 weeks
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Rising Discrimination in Germany: Racism and Sexism on the Rise

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Reports of racism and gender bias reach record highs — exposing structural gaps in Germany’s anti-discrimination laws and the urgent need for stronger protections.
Languages 3 weeks
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Religious Holidays and Labor Law in Germany

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. A media controversy over Muslim holiday leave reignites debate on religious freedom and equality — highlighting how Germany balances tradition with growing diversity.
Languages 1 month
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Hungary’s Rule of Law: The Antifa Cases of Maja T. and Salis

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. Controversial trials in Hungary reignite EU concerns over fair justice and human rights — as the Antifa cases of Maja T. and Ilaria Salis expose deep political tensions.
Languages 1 month
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Germany Rolls Back “Fast-Track” Citizenship Reform

Try our ⁠⁠LinguaSimplify⁠⁠ app. The new government ends the short-lived turbo naturalization rule, sparking debate over integration, skilled migration, and the balance between openness and control.
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