Wojciech Zylm

Taiwan's Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim's March 2024 visit to Europe sparked controversy over reported travel restrictions imposed by the German government. Hsiao transited through Frankfurt, Germany, but alleged restrictions on her movement were linked to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's upcoming visit to China.

Violent clashes between illegal armed groups in Colombia's Ciénaga region have forced local residents to flee their homes, putting them at risk of massive displacement. The conflict, centered on the Palmor-Uranio highway, has prompted calls for a humanitarian corridor to assist displaced victims.

The sleep industry's rapid growth has led to concerns about unproven treatments and commercialization of sleep solutions. Researchers recommend simpler approaches to good sleep hygiene, such as regular bedtime routines and dark, quiet bedrooms.

South Korean TV series Queen of Tears breaks viewership records, becoming the highest-rated tvN series and third highest-rated in Korean cable TV history. The series, with a budget of ₩56 billion, has also made a significant impact on global streaming platforms, ranking seventh in Netflix's Global Top 10 TV category.

Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Mercedes-Benz report significant profit drops due to plummeting demand, supply chain issues, and financial pressures. The German automakers face challenges in the electric vehicle transition, including intense competition and softening demand in key markets like China.

Asteroid 2024 BX1 entered Earth's atmosphere and exploded over Berlin, Germany, on January 21, 2024, after being detected just three hours prior. The asteroid's rotational speed was recorded at 2.6 seconds, setting a new record for the fastest-spinning near-Earth object.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock accuses Russia's military intelligence service of masterminding a cyber attack on Germany's Social Democrats last year. The hacking campaign, attributed to APT28, targeted SPD members, government authorities, and institutions in Germany and Czechia.

The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management issues a warning for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in seven Polish provinces. The storms are expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and local fog, affecting western Poland from May 3-4, 2024.

German police broke up a pro-Palestinian protest at Humboldt University, arresting several protesters and students. The demonstration, which called for an end to Germany's support of Israel's military actions, was part of a larger movement on college campuses in Germany and Europe.

Berlin offers to give away a 42-acre villa once owned by Nazi propaganda minister Joseph Goebbels due to maintenance and security costs. The city is seeking proposals that reflect the site's history, warning that demolition is an option if no suitable plans are received.