Karl-Josef Laumann

Central Europe weather shift: Heatwave ends as cold fronts

16 clusters · 520 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Germany weather: Rain and potential ground frost forecast

The 2026 heatwave in Central Europe set unprecedented meteorological records, characterized by extreme heat, severe drought, and significant human impact. In Germany, the summer was the second warmest on record, with an

German talent retention & skilled labour shortage

23 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: German crafts sector warns of vocational training risks due to declining student skills

Germany continues to face a deepening skilled-labour shortage, characterized by a structural shift in the vocational market. While total dual-training contracts fell 2.8% to 461,900 in 2025, driven by a 6% decline in Ger

German apprenticeship shortages and trainee well-being

38 clusters · 151 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Germany apprenticeship market shows regional growth and late entry opportunities

The German vocational sector is experiencing a complex shift in market dynamics and trainee well-being. While regional shortages persist—such as 411 vacancies in the Görlitz district and 783 unfilled roles in the Hochsau

North Rhine-Westphalia hospital modernization funding

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: North Rhine-Westphalia invests 2.6 billion euros in hospital modernization

The state of North Rhine-Westphalia has launched a funding call for hospitals through the Hospital Transformation Fund (KHTF). This initiative, part of a federal hospital reform, aims to modernize the healthcare landscap