Tüv-Prüfungen im Terminal: BER-Chef: Keine "Showstopper" mehr für Hauptstadtflughafen

Tüv testing in the Terminal: BER boss: No more ‘showstoppers' for main city airports

Tüv technical tests in terminal: Berlin Airport chief: no more “showstoppers” for capital’s airport


Zwei Monate wurde geprüft, ob das komplizierte Anlagengeflecht beim BER-Brandschutz im Zusammenspiel funktioniert. Die Betreiber sind mit dem Verlauf zufrieden. Doch der Tüv ist am BER noch nicht fertig.

For two months there were tests to see whether the complicated plant network at BER Fire Protection works interactively. The operators are satisfied with the progress. But the Tüv is not finished at the BER.

Tests have been ongoing for two months to see whether BER’s complex fire protection equipment network works in harmony. The operators expressed satisfaction with the progress, but the technical testing is not yet over for BER.


Nach großangelegten Tüv-Prüfungen im Terminal des künftigen Hauptstadtflughafens haben die Betreiber die geplante Eröffnung im Oktober nächsten Jahres bestätigt. Dies sei sicher, sagte Aufsichtsratschef Rainer Bretschneider nach einer Sitzung des Kontrollgremiums.

After large-scale Tüv tests in the Terminal of the future metropolitan airport, the operators have confirmed the planned opening in October of next year. This is certain, said supervisory board chief Rainer Bretschneider after a meeting of the control panel.

After large-scale Tüv technical testing in the capital’s future airport terminal, the operators confirmed the airport’s opening planned for October next year. This is certain, said supervisory board chairman Rainer Bretschneider following a meeting of the supervisory body.


Flughafenchef Engelbert Lütke Daldrup sprach von einer erfolgreich abgeschlossen Prüfung, sagte aber auch, es seien noch Mängel im Terminal abzuarbeiten. "Wir haben viele Detailthemen, aber einen echten Showstopper haben wir nicht". Er versicherte, der Zeitplan bis zur Inbetriebnahme enthalte noch Puffer.

Airport chief Engelbert Lütke Daldrup spoke about a successfully completed examination, but also said there are still defects to be worked through in the Terminal. "We have a lot of detail topics, but we do not have a real showstopper." He reassured us that before the launch there are still some buffers.

Airport chief Engelbert Lütke Daldrup spoke of the test’s successful conclusion, but also said there were still deficiencies to be resolved in the terminal. “We have many minor details but no genuine showstopper.” He offered assurance that the timetable leading to the opening still allowed breathing space.


Es gibt jedoch Hinweise, dass die zeitliche Reserve nicht mehr allzu groß sein dürfte. Die Baufertigstellungsanzeige soll nun im Laufe des ersten Quartals 2020 beim Bauamt eingereicht werden, zu Jahresbeginn war das für diesen Herbst vorgesehen.

However, there are indications, that it will not take much longer to complete. The construction completion notice is to be submitted to the building authority during the first quarter of 2020, at the start of the year it had been predicted for this autumn.

There were however indications that the time reserves may not be especially large. The notice of building completion will be sent to the building department in the course of the first quarter of 2020; at the start of this year it had been foreseen for this fall.


Hunderte Mängel an Stromkabeln sind noch zu beheben; der Tüv will diese noch bis Februar prüfen. "Um hier die Voraussetzungen für die Aufnahme des Flugbetriebs zu schaffen, muss weiterhin intensiv an der Abarbeitung der Mängel gearbeitet werden", hieß es in einer schriftlichen Mitteilung.

Hundreds of power cable defects still need addressing; the Tüv wants to check all of these by February. "In order to create prognoses for the acceptance of flight operations, there has to continue to be intensive work on the defects," the written communication stated.

Hundreds of issues with electricity cables are still to be sorted out; the Tüv intends to examine these by February. “In order to lay the foundations for commencing air operations, further work on resolving the issues is required," according to a written statement.


Lütke Daldrup sagte, in vielen Fällen gehe es um fehlende Nachweise, weniger um neue Kabel. Es gibt auch noch keine Freigabe für sämtliche Dübel, an denen die Kabeltrassen hängen. Der Flughafenchef erwartet, dass diese bis Jahresende vorliegt.

Lütke Daldrup said, that in many cases it's a matter of missing verification rather than new cables. There has also not been release for all dowelling on which the cables hang. The airport manager is expecting this to be available at the end of the year.

Lütke Daldrup said that in many cases it was a matter of missing certificates rather than new cables. There also is still no clearance for all screw anchors from which the cable trays are suspended. The airport chief expects these to be available by the end of the year.


Außerdem funktioniert der Brandschutz am Übergang zum Bahnhof unter dem Terminal noch nicht zufriedenstellend. Die Probleme hatten das Projekt schon vor drei Jahren in eine weitere Krise geführt. Dieses Mal geht es um Rauchschürzen, die bei einem Brand wie eine Leinwand herunterfahren, damit der Rauch sich nicht ausbreitet. Sie fahren zu weit herunter. 36 Motoren müssen deshalb ausgetauscht werden. Dann soll es Anfang des Jahres neue Versuche mit Heißgasrauch geben.

Also, the fire protection at the passage to the station under the Terminal is not satisfactory yet. There had already been problems leading the project into further crisis three years ago. This time it's about smoke barriers, which descend like a canvas during a fire, so that smoke does not spread. They go too far down. Therefore, 36 engines have to be exchanged. There will be new testing with hot gas smoke at the beginning of the year.

Furthermore, fire protection is not yet working satisfactorily at the transition to the station under the terminal. The problems had led the project into a further crisis three years ago. This time issues relate to smoke curtains which in the event of fire are lowered like a canvas screen to prevent smoke from spreading. They currently come down too far. 36 motors therefore require replacement before new tests with hot gas smoke take place at the beginning of the year.


Probleme mit dem Brandschutz und weitere Baumängel sowie Planungsfehler verzögern die Eröffnung des Flughafens seit Jahren. Ursprünglich sollte er 2011 in Betrieb gehen. Die Kosten stiegen seit Baubeginn 2006 von zwei Milliarden auf voraussichtlich rund 6,5 Milliarden Euro zur Eröffnung im nächsten Jahr.

Problems with fire protection and further building defects such as planning errors have been delaying the opening of the airport for years. Originally it was meant to become operational in 2011. Since building started in 2006, the costs have risen by two billion to an expected approximation of 6.5 billion Euro for opening next year.

Problems with fire protection and other construction defects and planning errors have delayed the airport’s inauguration for years. It should originally have gone into operation in 2011. Since the start of construction in 2006, costs have risen from two billion to an expected 6.5 billion euros by next year’s opening.


Weil die Passagierzahlen in Berlin seither deutlich gestiegen sind, planen die Verantwortlichen den Ausbau des Flughafens. Darum soll es in einer Sondersitzung des Aufsichtsrats am 18. Oktober gehen, wie der Vorsitzende Bretschneider ankündigte.

Because the amounts of passengers in Berlin have risen noticeably since then, those responsible are planning an expansion of the airport. For this reason, there is a special meeting of the supervisory board planned on October 18th, the Chairman Bretschneider announced.

As passenger numbers in Berlin have since risen considerably, those in charge are planning an expansion to the airport. This will be the subject under discussion at an extraordinary meeting of the supervisory board on October 18, as announced by chairman Bretschneider.


Die Flughafengesellschaft sucht nun zwei neue Geschäftsführer. Finanzchefin Heike Fölster wechselt Ende des Jahres zur Deutschen Bahn, Personalchef Manfred Bobke-von Camen geht nächstes Jahr in Rente, wie Bretschneider sagte. Er dankte Fölster. Sie habe die Flughafenfinanzen auf feste Füße gestellt.

The airport company is now looking for two new business directors. Finance boss Heike Fölster is changing to Deutschen Bahn next year, Personnel manager Manfred Bobke-von Camen retires next year, as Bretschneider informed us. He thanked Fölster. She put airport finances on a firm footing.

The airport operator is now looking for two new business heads. According to Bretschneider, the head of finance Heike Fölster is moving to Deutsche Bahn at the end of the year, while head of personnel Manfred Bobke-von Camen is retiring next year. He thanked Fölster, who had put airport finances onto “a firm footing.”


Chemnitz: Automaten für Drogen gesprengt - Polizei nimmt Mann fest

Chemnitz: Police arrest man for blowing up vending machines to get drugs

Chemnitz: Vending machines blown up for Drugs – Man arrested by police


Er brauchte Geld für Drogen - und jagte dafür etliche Automaten im Chemnitzer Stadtgebiet in die Luft! Jetzt sitzt der Täter endlich in Haft!

He needed money for drugs—so he blew up a load of vending machines in Chemnitz! Now the culprit is behind bars.

He needed money for drugs – and blew up several vending and parking machines in the Chemnitz downtown area! Now he’s finally in custody!


In den vergangenen zwei Jahren war die Zahl der gesprengten Zigaretten- und Parkschein-Automaten in Chemnitz und der Region stark angestiegen. Es entstand ein Millionenschaden!

The number of cigarette and parking ticket machines blown up in Chemnitz and the region increased drastically over the past two years. Millions of euros' worth of damage was caused.

During the last two years the number of busted cigarette and parking ticket machines in Chemnitz and its region increased drastically causing millions in damages.


Die Polizei fasste nach zwei Detonationen Ende Mai an der Bürgerstraße und an der Further Straße in Chemnitz einen 33-jährigen Deutschen.

The police arrested a 33-year-old German following two detonations in Bürgerstrasse and Further Strasse in Chemnitz at the end of May.

After two detonations at Bürger street and Further street in Chemnitz in late May, the police arrested a 33 year old German.


Polizeisprecher Andrzej Rydzik: "Im Zuge der Ermittlungen wegen des Herbeiführens von Sprengstoffexplosionen in Tateinheit mit besonders schwerem Fall des Diebstahls, die durch die Chemnitzer Kriminalpolizei geführt wurden, bestätigte sich nicht nur dieser Verdacht gegen den 33-Jährigen".

Police spokesman Andrzej Rydzik: "In the course of investigations by Chemnitz Criminal Investigation Department into explosions in conjunction with a particularly serious case of theft, this is not the only suspicion related to the 33-year-old that was confirmed".

Police spokesman Andrzej Rydzik: "During the investigation by the Chemnitz criminal police concerning the explosions in concomitance with grand larceny, these suspicions of the 33 year old have been more than confirmed.”


Konfrontiert mit den neuen Beweisen, gestand der 33-jährige Chemnitzer jetzt insgesamt acht Taten.

Confronted with the new evidence, the 33-year-old Chemnitz resident has confessed to a total of eight offenses.

Confronted with the new evidence, the 33 year old Chemnitz citizen admitted to a total of eight crimes.


Der Polizeisprecher: "Mit der Beute hat er offenbar seine Betäubungsmittelabhängigkeit finanziert". Allein viermal hatte der Bomber zwischen 20. August 2018 und dem 31. Mai 2019 Parkscheinautomaten an der Bürgerstraße gesprengt.

Said the police spokesman: "He evidently funded his drug habit with the proceeds." The bomber detonated parking ticket machines in Bürgerstrasse four times between August 20, 2018 and May 31, 2019.

The police spokesman: "Apparently he funded his narcotics addiction through theft.” Between August 20th, 2018 and May 31st, 2019, the bomber blew up four parking ticket machines along the Bürger street.


Der entstandene Gesamtschaden beläuft sich auf mindestens 60 000 Euro!

The damage caused amounts to at least EUR 60,000!

The total damage incurred amounts to at least 60 000€!


Der Automaten-Bomber sitzt jetzt in Untersuchungshaft. Die polizeilichen Ermittlungen gegen ihn laufen weiter.

The vending machine bomber is now in custody awaiting trial. The police investigations into him are continuing.

The machine bomber is now in police custody. The criminal investigations against him continue.


Denkbar, dass er auch für weitere Automaten-Sprengungen in Chemnitz und angrenzenden Landkreisen verantwortlich war.

It is conceivable that he was also responsible for blowing up further vending machines in Chemnitz and surrounding areas.

It is possible that he was also responsible for further machine detonations in Chemnitz and the surrounding counties.


AUA Takes Over Eurowings Flights From Vienna


Der Lufthansa-Konzern krempelt seine Strategie für den Flughafen Wien um. Inmitten des Preiskampfes mit Billigfliegern wie Lauda, Wizz Air, EasyJet und Level übernimmt die Lufthansa-Tochter AUA "die kommerzielle Steuerung aller Eurowings-Flüge ab Wien", bestätigte am Freitag ein Pressesprecher der Austrian Airlines gegenüber der APA. Zuvor hatte "AviationNetOnline" darüber berichtet.

The Lufthansa Group is radically changing its strategy for the Vienna Airport. Amid the price war with budget airlines such as Lauda, Wizz Air, EasyJet, and Level, the Lufthansa subsidiary AUA is taking on "the commercial management of all Eurowings flights leaving Vienna," a press officer from Austrian Airlines confirmed to the APA on Friday. "AviationNetOnline" had made previous reports to that end.

The Lufthansa group is revamping its strategy for Vienna International Airport. In the midst of the price war among budget airlines such as Lauda, Wizz Air, EasyJet and Level, the Lufthansa subsidiary AUA is assuming “the commercial management of all Eurowings flights from Vienna,” an Austrian Airlines press officer confirmed to APA yesterday. There had been previous reports to that effect by “AviationNetOnline”.


Die Wiener Basis des Lufthansa-Billigfliegers Eurowings wird damit de facto aufgelöst. Von den aktuell sieben Eurowings-Flugzeugen bleiben vier in Wien. Diese übernimmt die AUA ab Jänner 2020 im "Wetlease", also inklusive Eurowings-Personal. In Salzburg werden künftig drei Eurowings-Jets stationiert sein, die von Salzburg und Innsbruck als Chartermaschinen zu Urlaubszielen fliegen sollen. Strecken von Wien nach Deutschland werden von Eurowings Deutschland übernommen.

This will de facto dissolve the Vienna base of the Lufthansa budget airline Eurowings. Of the seven Eurowings flights currently existing, four will remain in Vienna. Beginning in January 2020, the AUA will take these over in a "wet lease," which includes Eurowings personnel. In the future, three Eurowings jets will be stationed in Salzburg, which will fly from Salzburg and Innsbruck to vacation destinations as chartered planes. Routes from Vienna to Germany will be taken over by Eurowings Deutschland.

This is the de facto end of the Vienna base of the Lufthansa budget airline Eurowings. Four of the present seven Eurowings airplanes will remain in Vienna. AUA is “wet leasing” these as of January 2020, i.e., leasing them with the Eurowings personnel. Three Eurowings jets will be stationed in Salzburg, flying as chartered planes to holiday destinations from Salzburg and Innsbruck. Eurowings Germany is taking over the routes from Vienna to Germany.


Die Eurowings-Basis in Wien werde in das AUA-Drehkreuz und die Netzplanung integriert, erklärte der Sprecher. Die Flugzeiten sollen auf Anschlussflüge abgestimmt werden. Ziel sei einerseits, das Drehkreuz Wien zu stärken und andererseits den dezentralen Verkehr aus den Bundesländern heraus auszubauen.

The Eurowings base in Vienna will be integrated into the AUA hub and network planning, the office explained. The flight times will be coordinated with those of connecting flights. The goal is to strengthen the hub in Vienna and expand the decentralized traffic from the federal provinces.

The Eurowings base in Vienna will be integrated into the AUA hub and network planning, the press officer explained. Flight times will be coordinated with connecting flights. The goal is to strengthen the Vienna hub on one hand and to expand decentralized traffic from the federal provinces on the other.


Wie AviationNetOnline schreibt, diene Eurowings in Wien nur noch als "Production Company" für die Konzernschwester AUA. So würden unter anderem Barcelona und Rom mit AUA-Flugnummer, aber vornehmlich mit Eurowings-Gerät bedient werden. Das Bordprodukt solle zwar an jenes von Austrian Airlines angepasst werden, die Piloten und Flugbegleiter stammen aber von Eurowings. Die unter AUA-Flugnummer startenden Eurowings-Flüge werden dem Bericht zufolge nicht mehr im Terminal 1, sondern so wie die AUA im Terminal 3 abgefertigt.

As AviationNetOnline writes, Eurowings in Vienna still serves only as a "production company" for its sister company AUA. For example, Barcelona, Rome, and other cities would be served with an AUA flight number, but primarily with Eurowings machines. Although the board product will be adapted to that of Austrian Airlines, the pilots and flight attendants will come from Eurowings. The Eurowings flights starting under AUA flight numbers will reportedly no longer begin in Terminal 1, but in Terminal 3 like the AUA.

AviationNetOnline writes that Eurowings will only serve as a “production company” for its sister company AUA. Thus, flights to Barcelona and Rome will be flying under AUA flight numbers, but operated by Eurowings units. Although the in-flight product will be adapted to that of Austrian Airlines, the pilots and flight attendants will come from Eurowings. According to the report, the Eurowings flights starting under AUA flight numbers will no longer be dispatched from Terminal 1, but from Terminal 3 like Austrian Airlines.


Am Flughafen Wien ist nach der Niki-Pleite ein Preiskampf ausgebrochen. Die Ryanair-Tochter Laudamotion kündigte erst am Donnerstag an, die Flotte in Wien nächsten Sommer auf 16 Flugzeuge aufzustocken. Der irische Billigflieger schickt dafür vier Ryanair-Maschinen samt Crews nach Wien, ebenfalls im sogenannten "Wetlease", was die Gewerkschaft als Umgehungskonstrukt zum Kollektivvertrag kritisierte.

After the Niki bankruptcy, a price war has broken out at the Vienna Airport. The Ryanair subsidiary Laudamotion announced on Thursday that it would increase its fleet in Vienna to sixteen airplanes next summer. To that end, the Irish budget airline is sending four Ryanair planes and crews to Vienna; this will also be done through a wet lease, which has been criticized by the trade union as a construct for bypassing the collective agreement.

A price war has erupted at Vienna International Airport following the bankruptcy of Niki. Ryanair subsidiary Laudamotion just announced on Thursday that they are bumping up the fleet in Vienna to 16 aircraft next summer. The Irish budget airline is sending four Ryanair planes and their crews to Vienna, also under what is known as “wet lease”. This has been criticized by the trade union as an attempt to circumvent the collective agreement.


Der Kampfansage von Ryanair-Chef Michael O'Leary, dass Lauda die AUA in fünf Jahren überholt haben wird, entgegnete am Freitag AUA-Vorstand Andreas Otto: "Wir bleiben die Nummer eins am Standort, in fünf, sechs oder zehn Jahren".

The challenge laid down by Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary—that Lauda will have overtaken AUA in five years—was countered on Friday by Andreas Otto, the CCO of AUA: "We will remain number one at that location after five, six, or ten years."

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary asserted that Lauda will have overtaken AUA in five years. To this challenge, AUA board member Andreas Otto countered on Friday: “We will remain the number one at this location, be it in five, six or ten years.”


Queen-Enkelin Prinzessin Beatrice ist verlobt

Queen's granddaughter Princess Beatrice is engaged

The Queen’s Granddaughter Princess Beatrice Is Betrothed


Beatrice, Eugenie, William und Harry: Als Kinder waren die Cousins die besten Freunde. Jetzt heiratet die letzte der vier. Beatrice ist verlobt!

Beatrice, Eugenie, William, and Harry: These cousins were best friends as children. Now the last of the four is getting married. Beatrice is engaged!

Beatrice, Eugenie, William and Harry: As children, the cousins were best friends. Now, the last of the four is getting married. Beatrice is betrothed!


Wunderbare Neuigkeiten von den britischen Royals: In den Italien-Ferien Anfang Monat soll Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (34) um die Hand seiner Freundin Prinzessin Beatrice (31) angehalten haben. Das gab der Palast am Donnerstag bekannt.

Wonderful news from the British royals: On their trip to Italy at the beginning of the month, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (34) is said to have asked his girlfriend Princess Beatrice (31) for her hand in marriage. This was announced by the palace on Thursday.

Wonderful news from the British royals: on vacation in Italy earlier this month, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi (34) proposed to his girlfriend Princess Beatrice (31). This was announced by the Palace on Thursday.


"Wir freuen uns außerordentlich, unsere Verlobung bekanntgeben zu können. Wir freuen uns beide so sehr, gemeinsam dieses Abenteuer zu beginnen und können es kaum erwarten, tatsächlich verheiratet zu sein", teilte das Paar, das laut britischen Medienberichten seit Oktober 2018 zusammen ist, in der offiziellen Mitteilung mit.

"We are extremely happy to be able to share the news of our recent engagement. We are both so excited to be embarking on this life adventure together and can't wait to be married," the couple officially announced, having been together since October 2018 according to British media reports.

“We are extremely happy to be able to share the news of our recent engagement. We are both so excited to be embarking on this life adventure together and can’t wait to be married,” said the couple in the official announcement. According to British media reports, they have been together since October 2018.


Und weiter: "Wir teilen so viele ähnliche Interessen und Werte und wir wissen, dass uns das in den kommenden Jahren voller Liebe und Glück sehr helfen wird".

They continued: "We share so many similar interests and values and we know this will stand us in great stead for the years ahead, full of love and happiness."

Further: “We share so many similar interests and values and we know this will stand us in great stead for the years ahead, full of love and happiness.”


Sister Eugenie snapped the photos
Sister Eugenie took the pictures


Die offiziellen Verlobungsfotos hat ihre Schwester, Prinzessin Eugenie (29), aufgenommen - und auch gleich auf ihrem Instagram-Account veröffentlicht.

Her sister, Princess Eugenie (29), took the official engagement photos, and also published them on her Instagram account.

The official pictures of the betrothal were taken by her sister, Princess Eugenie (29), and published immediately on her Instagram account.


Die Hochzeit soll 2020 stattfinden. Nähere Infos zu Datum, Ort und allem anderen wird der Palast in den kommenden Monaten bekannt geben.

The marriage is set to take place in 2020. The palace will announce more detailed information on the date, location, and everything else in the coming months.

The wedding is planned for 2020. More information about the date, venue and all other details will be disclosed by the Palace in the coming months.


Sicher ist aber, dass die Vermählung der Nummer neun der britischen Thronfolge und dem Immobilienmogul ein ähnlich großes Fest wird wie die Trauung von Eugenie am 12. Oktober 2018 mit Jack Brooksbank (33).

One thing is certain, however: The wedding of the ninth in line to the British throne and the real estate mogul will be a celebration as large as Eugenie's marriage to Jack Brooksbank (33) on October 12, 2018.

What is certain, however, is that the wedding of ninth heir to the British throne and the real estate mogul will be as large a celebration as the wedding of Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank (32) on October 12, 2018.


Study on the causes of heart diseases
Study on the Causes of Heart Diseases


Rauchen, Übergewicht, ungesunde Ernährung - es gibt Risikofaktoren für Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen. Aber was löst eine Herzschwäche oder einen Infarkt wirklich aus? Hamburger Forscher wollen sich nun das Erbgut von 9000 gesunden und kranken Menschen genau ansehen.

Smoking, being overweight, unhealthy diet—there are risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. But what actually triggers heart failure or a heart attack? Hamburg researchers now want to take a precise look at the DNA of 9,000 healthy and sick people.

Smoking, obesity, unhealthy eating – there are risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. But what really causes heart failure or heart attacks? Scientists from Hamburg want to have a closer look at the genetic material of 9,000 healthy and ill people.


Über die Analyse des Erbguts von 9000 Menschen wollen Hamburger und Schweizer Wissenschaftler den Ursachen von Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen detaillierter auf die Spur kommen.

By analyzing the DNA of 9,000 people, researchers from Hamburg and Switzerland are attempting to find out exactly what causes cardiovascular diseases.

Scientists from Hamburg and Switzerland want to understand the causes of cardiovascular diseases in more detail by analyzing the genetic material of 9,000 individuals.


Das Forschungsprojekt sei das größte dieser Art im deutschsprachigen Raum, teilte das Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) am Freitag mit. Die Kühne-Stiftung fördert das Vorhaben mit 12,5 Millionen Euro. Aus der Schweiz sind die Hochgebirgsklinik Davos, die der Stiftung gehört, und das Universitätsspital Zürich beteiligt.

The research project is the largest of its kind in the German-speaking world, announced the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) on Friday. The Kühne Foundation is supporting the initiative with €12.5 million. In Switzerland, the Hochgebirgsklinik Davos Hospital, which belongs to the foundation, and the University Hospital of Zurich are participating.

The research project is the largest of its kind in the German-speaking world, said the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) on Friday. The Kühne Foundation is supporting the project with 12.5 million euros. In Switzerland, both the Hochgebirgsklinik Davos, which belongs to the foundation, and the University Hospital Zurich are participating.


Übergewicht, Rauchen und ungesunde Ernährung zählen zu den wesentlichen beeinflussbaren Risikofaktoren für Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen. Genetische Faktoren bestimmen das Risiko mit. Das Zusammenspiel zwischen Genen und äußeren Einflüssen sei aber nur unzureichend bekannt, hieß es. Nun wollen die Wissenschaftler das vollständige Erbgut von 8000 gesunden Menschen mit dem von 1000 ehemaligen Patienten des Universitären Herz- und Gefäßzentrums am UKE vergleichen.

Being overweight, smoking, and an unhealthy diet are among the key influenceable risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. Genetic factors also contribute to the risk. The interaction between genes and external influences is not yet sufficiently understood, they say. Researchers now want to compare the entire DNA of 8,000 healthy people with that of 1,000 former patients of the University Heart and Vascular Center at UKE.

Obesity, smoking and unhealthy eating are among the significant risk factors for cardio-vascular diseases that can be influenced. Genetic factors also determine the risk. However, too little is known about the interaction between genes and external influences, it was said. Now the scientists want to compare the complete genomes of 8,000 healthy people with that of 1,000 former patients of the University Heart & Vascular Center at the UKE.


Aktuell seien in mehr als 4000 der rund 20.000 relevanten menschlichen Gene mögliche krankheitsverursachende Veränderungen der DNA - sogenannte Mutationen - bekannt, hieß es vom Klinikum. Jedes Jahr kämen etwa 200 hinzu.

Currently, more than 4,000 of almost 20,000 relevant human genes are known to cause DNA changes—called mutations—that lead to heart disease, according to the clinic. Approximately 200 are added each year.

At the moment, possible disease-causing changes of DNA - called mutations - are known for more than 4,000 of the 20,000 relevant human genes, says the Medical Center. Another 200 are added each year.


Ziel des fünfjährigen Projekts ist es den Initiatoren zufolge, neue Optionen etwa zur Vorsorge, Erkennung und Behandlung von Herzrhythmusstörungen, Herzschwäche und Herzinfarkten zu entwickeln. Die Daten könnten auch bei der Erforschung anderer Volkskrankheiten nützen, so Stefan Blankenberg, Leiter des Universitären Herz- und Gefäßzentrums. Neue Erkenntnisse zum Zusammenspiel zwischen Herz und Hirn, Herz und Niere sowie zu Krebserkrankungen seien möglich.

Those behind this five-year project say its goal is to develop new options for preventing, detecting, and treating cardiac arrhythmia, cardiac failure, and cardiac arrest. The data could also be of use when researching other common diseases, says Stefan Blankenberg, Director of the University Heart and Vascular Center. New findings may be made on the interaction between the heart and brain, the heart and nerves, as well as cancers.

The goal of the five-year project, according to the initiators, is to develop new options for the prevention, detection and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, heart failure and heart attacks. The data could also assist research into other widespread diseases, says Stefan Blankenberg, head of the University Heart & Vascular Center. It may be possible to gain new insights into the interaction between heart and brain, heart and kidneys and also into cancers.


Der Vorsitzende der Kühne-Stiftung, Klaus-Michael Kühne (82), betonte ebenfalls, es gebe den festen Willen, die Daten auch zur Erforschung anderer Krankheiten zu nutzen. Die Klinik der Stiftung in Davos behandelt bislang vor allem Allergien. Nun solle auf dem dortigen Medizincampus ein Center for Cardiovascular Precision Medicine entstehen und eine Professur für Bioinformatik geschaffen werden. Zur Begründung seines Engagements sagte der in der Schweiz lebende Logistikunternehmer, er sei vor drei Jahren in Hamburg am offenen Herzen operiert worden und sehr dankbar.

Chairman of the Kühne Foundation, Klaus-Michael Kühne (82), also stressed the firm intention to use the data to study other diseases also. The foundation's clinic in Davos has primarily treated allergies to date. The medical campus there will now include a Center for Cardiovascular Precision Medicine and employ a professor of bioinformatics. Explaining his commitment to the project, the logistics entrepreneur, who lives in Switzerland, said that he had open-heart surgery three years ago in Hamburg and is very grateful.

The chairman of the Kühne Foundation, Klaus-Michael Kühne (82), also emphasized that they firmly intend to use the data for research into other diseases as well. To date, the foundation’s clinic in Davos has primarily treated allergies. Now, on its medical campus, a center for Cardiovascular Precision Medicine and chair for Bioinformatics are being established. Asked about the reasons for his commitment, the logistics entrepreneur, who lives in Switzerland, said that he underwent open-heart surgery in Hamburg three years ago and was deeply grateful.


Die Bioproben der gesunden Teilnehmer stammen von Hamburgern, die auch bei der "Hamburg City Health Study" mitmachen. Mit 45.000 Probanden ist das nach Angaben des Klinikums die größte lokale Gesundheitsstudie der Welt. Bei der Erbgutentschlüsselung werde streng auf den Schutz der anonymisierten Daten geachtet, versicherten die Wissenschaftler. Es gehe um ein Petabyte (1000 Terabyte) an Daten, sagte Holger Moch vom Universitätsspital Zürich.

The biomaterial of healthy participants comes from citizens of Hamburg who were also taking part in the Hamburg City Health Study. At 45,000 test subjects, this is the largest local healthy study in the world, according to information from the clinic. Researchers affirmed that the protection of anonymous data would be strictly ensured when deciphering the DNA. There will be a petabyte (1000 terabytes) of data, said Holger Moch from the University Hospital of Zurich.

The biospecimens of the healthy participants stem from the citizens of Hamburg who are also taking part in the "Hamburg City Health Study". With 45,000 test subjects, this is the largest local health survey in the world, according to the Medical Center. The scientists assure that, in the decoding of the genome, strict attention is given to the protection of the anonymized data. A petabyte (1000 terabyte) of data are involved, says Holger Moch of the University Hospital Zurich.


Das Erbgut eines Menschen kann heute laut UKE innerhalb von 24 Stunden entschlüsselt werden. Die reinen Sachkosten dafür lägen bei 1300 Euro. Die erste Gen-Sequenzierung weltweit, deren Ergebnisse 2001 veröffentlicht wurden, habe noch mehrere Hundert Millionen Euro gekostet. Die Studie soll am 1. Oktober beginnen, bereits Ende 2020 sollen alle 9000 Proben analysiert sein. Im Jahr darauf werden erste Ergebnisse erwartet.

Today, a person's DNA can be deciphered within 24 hours, according to UKE. The purely material costs for this amount to €1,300. The first genetic sequencing in the world, whose results were published in 2001, cost several hundred millions of euros. The study is set to begin on October 1, and all 9,000 subjects are to be analyzed by the end of 2020. The initial results are expected in the following year.

The genetic material of a human can be decoded within 24 hours, according to the UKE. The pure material costs for that are around 1300 euros. The first gene sequencing in the world, whose results were published in 2001, cost several hundred million euros. The study is planned to start on October 1st, and all 9,000 samples should already be analyzed by the end of 2020. First results are expected the following year.


Nigerianische Polizei befreit hunderte misshandelte Jungen

Nigerian police frees hundreds of abused boys

Nigerian Police Rescue Hundreds of Abused Boys


In Nigeria hat die Polizei mehr als 300 gefolterte und missbrauchte Jungen aus einer Koranschule befreit. Nach Hinweisen von Anwohnern durchsuchten Sicherheitskräfte die Schule in der nordnigerianischen Stadt Kaduna und entdeckten die zum Teil noch minderjährigen Opfer, wie Polizeisprecher Yakubu Sabo mitteilte. "Die Opfer wurden misshandelt. Einige von ihnen gaben an, von ihren Lehrern vergewaltigt worden zu sein", sagte Sabo.

In Nigeria, the police freed more than 300 mistreated and abused boys from a Quran school. According to information from local residents, security forces searched the school in the town of Kaduna in northern Nigeria and discovered the victims, some of whom were still minors, according to police spokesman Yakubu Sabo. "The victims were mistreated. Several of them claimed to have been raped by teachers", stated Sabo.

The police in Nigeria have freed more than 300 tortured and abused boys from a Quran school. After receiving information from local residents, security forces searched the school in the northern Nigerian city of Kaduna and discovered the victims, some of whom were still underage, police spokesman Yakuba Sabo said. "The victims were maltreated. Some of them claimed to have been raped by their teachers." Sabo said.


Die Jungen seien unter dem Vorwand festgehalten worden, im Koran unterrichtet und "gebessert" zu werden. Tatsächlich seien die Schützlinge von ihren Lehrern unter "entwürdigendsten und unmenschlichsten Bedingungen" festgehalten worden, sagte Sabo. Etwa hundert Schüler, darunter Kinder im Alter von neun Jahren, seien in einem kleinen Raum angekettet gewesen.

The boys had been held captive under the pretext of being taught and "improved" in the Quran. In actual fact, the students were imprisoned by their teachers in "the most degrading and subhuman conditions", said Sabo. Around a hundred students, including nine year old children were chained up in a small room.

The boys had been detained under the pretense of being taught and “reformed” in the Quran. In reality, the boys were held by the teachers in the “most degrading and inhumane conditions,” Sabo stated. Around one hundred students, including children of the age of nine, were chained in a small room.


Die Koranschule bestand den Angaben zufolge seit rund zehn Jahren. Anwohner hätten die Behörden auf wiederholte Unregelmäßigkeiten in der Einrichtung aufmerksam gemacht. Die Eltern hätten sich schockiert gezeigt, als sie über die Zustände in der Koranschule unterrichtet wurden, sagte Sabo. Sie hätten von den Leiden ihrer Kinder nichts geahnt. Der Betreiber und sechs Mitarbeiter wurden laut Polizei festgenommen.

According to the statements, the Quran school existed for about ten years. The residents had repeatedly pointed out incidents in the institution to the authorities. The parents were shocked as they learned of the state of the Quran school, stated Sabo. They had no knowledge of the suffering their children were being put through. The manager and six employees were arrested, according to the police.

According to the information provided, the Quran School had existed for around ten years. Local residents had informed the authorities about repeated irregularities at the institution. The parents were shocked when they were informed about the conditions in the Quran school, Sabo said. They had no idea of the suffering of their children. The principal and six employees have been arrested, according to the police.


Im überwiegend muslimischen Norden Nigerias gibt es viele private Koranschulen. Sie ersetzen die oft mangelhaften staatlichen Einrichtungen. Die Menschen in der Region leiden unter häufigen Angriffen bewaffneter Banden. Nach Angaben des UN-Flüchtlingshilfswerks flohen deshalb in den vergangenen zehn Monaten mehr als 40.000 Menschen über die Grenze in den Nachbarstaat Niger.

There are many private Quran schools in the predominantly Muslim northern Nigeria. They often replace the insufficient state institutions. The people of the region are often subjected to attacks by armed gangs. According to the UN Refugee Agency, more than 40,000 people have fled across the border to the neighboring country of Niger in the past ten months.

There are many private Quran schools in the predominantly Muslim north of Nigeria. They replace the often inadequate state institutions. The people in the region suffer from frequent attacks by armed bandits. For that reason, according to the UN Refugee Agency, more than 40,000 people have fled across the border to the neighboring state of Niger in the past ten months.


Angekettet und gefoltert: Nigerias Polizei befreit 400 Kinder aus Schule

Chained and tortured: Nigeria's police releases 400 children from school

Chained up and tortured: Nigeria police free 400 children from school


Polizisten haben in einer Schule im Norden Nigerias fast 400 Schüler aus entsetzlichen Verhältnissen befreit. "Viele von ihnen waren angekettet und einige hatten sichtbare Verletzungen, die auf Folter hindeuten", sagte Polizeisprecher Yakubu Sabo in der Stadt Kaduna.

Police in a school in the north of Nigeria have freed almost 400 students from horrific circumstances. "Many of them were chained up and had visible injuries indicating torture," said police representative Yakubu Sabo in the city of Kaduna.

Police have freed almost 400 children from appalling conditions in a school in the north of Nigeria. "Many of them were chained up and some had visible injuries which pointed to torture," said police spokesman Yakubu Sabo in the town of Kaduna.


Dort waren die Kinder am Donnerstag nach einem Hinweis in einer islamisch geprägten Schule entdeckt worden. Die Zustände dort seien "menschenunwürdig" gewesen. Die Beamten nahmen den Schulleiter und sechs Lehrer nach der Befreiungsaktion fest.

After a tip-off, Children had been discovered in an Islamic school on Thursday. The conditions there are said to have been "inhuman." The employees arrested the headmaster and six teachers after the rescue mission.

The children had been discovered on Thursday in an Islamic school after a tip-off. The conditions there had been "degrading." Officials arrested the school head and took six teachers into custody after the rescue operation.


Die Kinder, allesamt Jungen, seien an ihrer Schule wie Sklaven gehalten und an Ketten gelegt worden. Einige seien sexuell missbraucht worden. Fernsehbilder zeigten abgemagerte und verletzte Schüler in einem erkennbar schlechten Gesundheitszustand.

The children, all of them boys, had been kept like slaves and put in chains. Some of them had been sexually abused. Television pictures showed emaciated and injured students in a recognizably bad health condition.

The children, all boys, had been kept at their school "like slaves" and kept on chains. Some had been sexually abused. TV pictures showed emaciated and injured schoolboys in visibly poor medical condition.


Weltfußballerwahl: Weitere Vorwürfe nach Messis und Klopps Kür

The Best FIFA Football Awards: More reproaches after Messi´s and Klopp´s freestyle

World Player Award: More Accusations After Triumph for Messi and Klopp


Soccer "Signature not valid"
Soccer "Signature not valid"


Jürgen Klopp, Lionel Messi und Megan Rapinoe ausgezeichnet

Jürgen Klopp, Lionel Messi and Megan Rapinoe honored

Jürgen Klopp, Lionel Messi and Megan Rapinoe awarded


Mit einer Gala in Mailand zeichnet der Weltfußballverband Fifa die beste Spielerin, den besten Spieler und den besten Trainer des Jahres aus. Für Lionel Messi ist es die sechste Ehrung und damit Rekord.

At a gala in Milan, the World Football Association Fifa honors the best male and female player, and the best coach of the year. This is Messi´s sixth award and a record.

At a gala in Milan, the World Football Association FIFA honored the best female player, male player, and coach of the year. For Lionel Messi it is the sixth award and therefore a record.


Nachdem Nicaraguas Kapitän erklärte, er habe bei der Weltfußballer-Wahl nie abgestimmt, kommen aus weiteren Ländern Vorwürfe an die Fifa. Ägypten wurde gar nicht gewertet - mit einer kuriosen Begründung.

After Nicaragua's captain declared that he had never voted in The Best FIFA Football Awards, reproaches are reaching FIFA from other countries. Egypt was not rated at all—due to a curious reason.

After Nicaragua’s captain declared that he never voted in the World Player selection, FIFA is receiving complaints from other countries. Egypt's vote was not counted at all – for a strange reason.


Vieles bei der Fifa hat sich in den vergangenen Jahren als anrüchig erwiesen: die WM-Vergaben, dubiose Pläne ihres Präsidenten Gianni Infantino, das generelle Verhalten diverser korrupter Funktionäre. Die Fifa-Weltfußballer-Wahl geriet bislang allerdings nicht in den Verdacht, unsauber abzulaufen - wenn man davon absieht, dass die stimmberechtigten Nationaltrainer und Nationalmannschaftskapitäne der Mitgliedsverbände oft eher nach Sympathie denn nach objektiver Einschätzung abstimmen.

There were several objectionable points at Fifa in recent years: the World Cup awards, president Gianni Infantino´s dubious plans, the general behavior of various corrupt officials. So far, however, The Best FIFA Football Awards have not been suspected of being unfair—apart from the fact that the voting national coaches and national team captains of the member associations often vote according to likeability rather than voting objectively.

Much of FIFA's activity in recent years had proven to be disreputable: World Cup allocation, the dubious plans of its president Gianni Infanto, the general behavior of various corrupt officials. So far, however, the FIFA World Player selection has not been under suspicion for being improper – apart from the fact that the voting national coaches and national team captains often vote based on sympathy rather than objective assessment.


Doch nachdem bereits Nicaraguas Kapitän beklagt hatte, er habe überhaupt nicht abgestimmt, treten nun weitere Ungereimtheiten zutage: Ägypten beklagt, dass die Stimmen von Nationaltrainer Hossam El-Badry und Kapitän Mohamed Salah nicht berücksichtigt wurden. In der Tat tauchen sie in der offiziellen und öffentlich einsehbaren Abstimmungsübersicht nicht auf.

But further inconsistencies are now emerging after Nicaragua's captain had expressed that he had not voted at all: Egypt claims that the votes by national coach Hossam El-Badry and captain Mohamed Salah were not taken into account. In fact, they did not appear in the official and publicly available voting overview.

But after Nicaragua’s captain had complained that he had not voted at all, further inconsistencies are emerging. Egypt complained that the votes of national coach Hossam El-Badry and captain Mohamed Salah were not taken into account. In fact, they do not appear in the official and publicly accessible voting summary.


Die Fifa entschuldigt sich insofern, dass "die Unterschriften auf den Wahlformularen in Großbuchstaben abgegeben und daher nicht gültig" gewesen seien. Man habe den ägyptischen Verband mehrfach kontaktiert, um die Situation zu klären - ohne Antwort.

Fifa apologized with the statement that "the signatures on the election forms were in capital letters and therefore not valid". The Egyptian association had been contacted several times to clarify the situation, but so far no reply has been received.

FIFA apologizes insofar as “the signatures on the voting form were written in capital letters and are therefore not valid”. The Egyptian association had been contacted several times to clarify the situation – with no response.


Sudan´s Coach is also surprised
Sudan’s coach surprised as well


Auch aus dem Sudan gibt es bezüglich der Wahl einen Aufschrei. Während die Sachlage im Fall Ägyptens nachvollziehbar ist, gibt der sudanesische Verband an, dass Trainer Zdravko Lugarisic nicht so abgestimmt habe, wie es schließlich gewertet wurde: mit Lionel Messi auf Platz eins, Virgil van Dijk auf zwei und Sadio Mané auf drei. Laut Fifa sei die Abstimmung aber genauso so eingegangen, mit Unterschriften und offiziellem Stempel des sudanesischen Verbandes.

There has also been an outcry from Sudan regarding the awards. While the situation is understandable in Egypt's case, the Sudanese association claims that coach Zdravko Lugarisic did not vote the way it was ultimately scored: with Lionel Messi in first place, Virgil van Dijk in second and Sadio Mané in third. According to Fifa, however, this was the submitted vote, with signatures and the official stamp of the Sudanese association.

There is also an outcry from Sudan regarding the election. While the situation in Egypt’s case is understandable, the Sudanese association states that coach Zdravko Lugarisic did not vote the way his vote was ultimately counted: with Lionel Messi in first place, Virgil van Dijk in second, and Sadio Mané in third. According to FIFA, the votes were submitted exactly like that, with the signatures and official stamps of the Sudanese association.


Vorwürfe hatte auch Nicaraguas Kapitän Juan Barrera erhoben: "Habe nicht für die #TheBest2019 Awards abgestimmt. Alle Angaben zu meiner Stimme sind falsch, danke", schrieb er. In seinem Fall wurde vermutet, dass der nicaraguanische Fußballverband einfach in seinem Namen abgestimmt hat.

Nicaragua's captain Juan Barrera had also made accusations: "I haven´t voted in the #TheBest2019 Awards. All entries on my vote are untrue, thank you", he wrote. In his case it was suspected that the Nicaraguan Football Association had simply voted on his behalf.

Nicaragua’s captain Juan Barrera had also made allegations: “Did not vote for the #TheBest2019 awards. All information about my vote is false, thank you”, he wrote. It was speculated that in his case, the Nicaragua Football Association simply voted in his name.


Vom Verband kam am Freitag nun die Meldung: Stimmt, aber war natürlich keine Absicht. Die ausgefüllten Wahlunterlagen seien "irrtümlicherweise" mit dem Namen und der Unterschrift von Juan Barrera, dem Kapitän der nicaraguanischen Auswahl, versehen worden, hieß es in einer Mitteilung des Verbands. Gewählt habe aber eigentlich der zweite Kapitän Manuel Rosas. "Wir übernehmen die Verantwortung für den Verwaltungsfehler", hieß es in der Mitteilung. Sowohl Rosas als auch Mannschaftstrainer Henry Duarte hätten aber für Messi gestimmt, "ganz so, wie es in der offiziellen Liste der FIFA steht".

The association sent out a message on Friday: This is true, but it was of, course, not done on purpose. The completed documents were "mistakenly" marked with the name and signature of Juan Barrera, the captain of the Nicaraguan selection, according to a message from the association. The person who actually voted was the second captain, Manuel Rosas. "We take responsibility for the administrative error," the message said. Both Rosas and team coach Henry Duarte had voted for Messi,however, "just as the official FIFA list indicates".

The association announced on Friday: that was true, but it was not done on purpose, of course. The completed voting forms were “mistakenly” signed with the signature of Juan Barrera, Nicaragua’s captain, according to an announcement by the association. Technically, second captain Manuel Rosas had voted. “We take responsibility for the administrative error," the statement said. But both Rosas and team coach Henry Duarte voted for Messi, “exactly how it is stated in the official FIFA list”.


Die anderen Fälle lässt die Fifa in einer Untersuchung nun prüfen, betont aber, dass der Wahlvorgang extern von der Beratungsfirma PriceWaterhouseCoopers beaufsichtigt wurde. Solange bleibt Lionel Messi erst mal unbestrittener Sieger der Weltfußballer-Wahl - und Jürgen Klopp Welttrainer des Jahres.

Fifa is now investigating the other cases, but stresses that the process was supervised externally by the consulting company PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Until then, Lionel Messi remains the undisputed winner of The Best FIFA Football Awards—and Jürgen Klopp World Coach of the Year.

FIFA is now having the other cases examined in an investigation, but emphasizes that the voting process was supervised externally by the consulting firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers. In the meantime, Lionel Messi remains the undisputed winner of the World Player election – and Jürgen Klopp World Coach of the Year.


Ukraine-Affäre: Ranghohe Republikaner sprechen sich für offizielle Untersuchung aus

The Ukraine scandal: High-ranking Republicans support official investigation

Ukraine Affair: Senior Republicans Support Official Investigation


Zwei ranghohe Republikaner haben sich offen für eine offizielle Untersuchung gegen den US-Präsidenten und Parteifreund Donald Trump ausgesprochen. "Ich denke, die Untersuchung ist wichtig", sagte der republikanische Gouverneur des US-Bundesstaates Vermont, Phil Scott. "Wo das von hier aus hinführt, wird von den Fakten bestimmt, die festgestellt werden". Er wolle mehr über die Whistleblower-Affäre wissen, bevor Maßnahmen ergriffen werden. Ein Impeachment-Verfahren kann zur Absetzung des Präsidenten führen.

Two high-ranking republicans have spoken out in support of an investigation against the US President and party member Donald Trump. "I believe the investigation is important", stated the republican governor of Vermont Phil Scott. "Where the investigation goes from here will be determined by the established facts". He wanted to know more about scandal before taking any action. The impeachment procedure can lead to the removal of the President from office.

Two senior Republicans have openly declared themselves in favor of an official investigation against US president and fellow party member Donald Trump. “I think the inquiry is important,” said the Governor of Vermont, Phil Scott. “Where it leads from here is going to be driven by the facts that are established.” He wanted to know more about the whistle-blower affair before taking action – impeachment proceedings can lead to the president being removed from office.


Scott sagte, er sei von den Enthüllungen nicht überrascht. Diese hatten gezeigt, dass Trump den ukrainischen Präsidenten Wolodymyr Selenskyj wiederholt in einem Telefonat aufgefordert hatte, die Tätigkeiten des demokratischen Präsidentschaftsbewerbers und früheren Vizepräsidenten Joe Biden in der Ukraine zu untersuchen. Scott zufolge beobachte Trump Biden "seit Jahren".

Scott stated he was not surprised by the discoveries. It was revealed that during the telephone call, Trump had repeatedly urged the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to investigate the activities of democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden in Ukraine. Scott stated that Trump had been watching Biden "for years".

Scott said that he was not surprised by the disclosures. These revealed that, during a phone call, Trump had repeatedly urged the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, to look into the activities of the Democratic presidential candidate and former vice president Joe Biden in the Ukraine. Trump has been watching Biden “over the years”.


Die Republikaner haben sich bislang mit Kritik an Trump wegen der Whistleblower-Affäre zurückgehalten, nur wenige haben Unbehagen deswegen erkennen lassen. Scotts Äußerungen sind nun ein erstes Anzeichen dafür in Trumps Partei. Dabei hatte sich der moderate Gouverneur von Virginia bereits mehrmals gegen Trumps Politik gewandt, etwa gegen die Lockerung von Umweltschutzvorschriften und der Verschärfung von Einwanderungsvorschriften.

The republicans have so far withheld their criticism of Trump regarding the whistleblower scandal and only a few expressed concern. Scott's statements are the first sign of these concerns within Trump's party. The moderate Governor of Virginia, has already pushed back against Trump's policy multiple times, such as when he opposed loosening environmental regulations and increasing immigration requirements.

To date, Republicans have been holding back on criticism of Trump in the whistle-blower affair; few have expressed their discomfort. Scott’s remarks are a first indication of unease in Trump’s party. Scott, a moderate Republican, has already opposed Trump’s policies on several occasions, for instance, the relaxation of environmental regulations and the tightening of immigration regulations.


Als weiterer ranghoher Republikaner sprach sich auch Charlie Baker, Gouverneur von Massachusetts, für die Untersuchung aus. "Es ist eine tief verstörende Situation", sagte Baker. "Die richtige Vorgehensweise und die Verantwortung für den Kongress ist jetzt, die Sache zu untersuchen und ihr auf den Grund zu gehen".

Charlie Baker, Governor of Massachusetts, is another high-ranking republican who spoke out in favor of the investigation. "This is a deeply disturbing situation", said Baker. "It is the right course of action and the responsibility of Congress to investigate the situation and get to the bottom of it".

Charlie Baker, Governor of Massachusetts, is another senior Republican in favor of an investigation. "It's a deeply disturbing situation,” said Baker. “I think the proper role and responsibility for Congress at this point is to investigate it and get to the bottom of it."


Scott und Baker haben als Gouverneur von US-Bundesstaaten formal keine Mitsprache im Verfahren gegen Trump, über das im Kongress entschieden wird. Ihr Äußerungen sind daher vor allem symbolisch wichtig. Dennoch haben sich auch erste Senatoren der Republikaner kritisch über die Situation geäußert. Mitt Romney etwa, der den Bundesstaat Utah in der zweiten Parlamentskammer vertritt, sagte, der Fall sei "extrem verstörend, zutiefst verstörend". US-Medien berichten darüber hinaus, dass sich unter den Republikaner intern erste Risse auftäten.

As governors, Scott and Baker have no right to formally participate in the proceedings against Trump, as the decision will be made by the Congress. Their statements therefore bear symbolic significance. Nevertheless, the first Republican Senators have expressed criticism regarding the situation. Mitt Romney, the Utah representative in the second chamber of Parliament, stated that the case was "extremely disturbing, deeply disturbing". In addition, the US media report the first internal rifts have appeared amongst the Republicans.

Scott and Baker, as Governors of US states, have no formal say in the proceedings against Trump, which are decided in Congress. Their statements are therefore mostly of symbolic importance. Nevertheless, the first Republican senators have begun to express criticism concerning the situation. Mitt Romney, for instance, who represents the state of Utah in the Senate, says the case is “extremely troubling, deeply troubling”. US media also report first signs of discord among Republicans.


Die Affäre könnte in der Einleitung eines Amtsenthebungsverfahren gegen Trump münden, die Demokraten im Repräsentantenhaus haben dazu eine Untersuchung angekündigt. Sie werfen ihm Machtmissbrauch zum Zweck ausländischer Einflussnahme für den eigenen politischen Nutzen vor.

This scandal could result in the initiation of the impeachment proceedings against Trump, the Democrats in the House of Representatives have already announced an investigation. He was accused of abusing power for the purpose of gaining foreign influence for his own political benefit.

The affair could lead to the initiation of impeachment proceedings against Trump. To this end, the Democrats in the House of Representatives have announced an investigation. They accuse Trump of abusing his power to gain foreign interference for his own political benefit.


Für das Amtsenthebungsverfahren gibt es keinen genauen Zeitplan. Mit ihrer Mehrheit im Repräsentantenhaus könnten die Demokraten ein sogenanntes Impeachment anstrengen. Die Entscheidung über eine tatsächliche Amtsenthebung fiele aber im Senat, wo Trumps Republikaner die Mehrheit haben. Die Aussichten auf Erfolg eines solchen Verfahrens sind daher gering. Bisher wurde noch kein US-Präsident durch ein Impeachment-Verfahren des Amtes enthoben.

There is no exact schedule regarding the impeachment procedure. The Democrats could call for impeachment due to holding the majority in the House of Representatives. However, the decision regarding an actual removal from office would be made in the Senate, where Trump's Republicans hold the majority. Therefore, such a procedure has low chances of success. To date, no US President has been removed from office through an impeachment procedure.

There is no precise timetable for the impeachment proceedings. With their majority in the House of Representatives, the Democrats can initiate an impeachment. The decision on an actual conviction, however, is made in the Senate, where Trump’s Republicans have a majority. The chances of success of such proceedings are therefore very small. So far no US president has ever been removed from office by impeachment proceedings.


Waren Folterer an Board von Racketes "Sea Watch"?

Were torturers on board Rackete's Sea Watch?

Have there been torturers on board of Rackete’s Sea Watch?


Drei Männer sind in Sizilien festgenommen worden, sie sollen in libyschen Flüchtlingslagern vergewaltigt und gemordet haben.

Three men have been arrested in Sicily who are alleged to have tortured and murdered people in Libyan refugee camps.

Three men have been arrested in Sicily; they allegedly raped and murdered in Libyan refugee camps.


Die deutsche Kapitänin Carola Rackete (31) war im Juni festgenommen worden, nachdem sie mit dem Rettungsschiff "Sea Watch 3" und 53 lybischen Flüchtlingen an Bord unerlaubt den Hafen von Lampedusa angesteuert hatte. Nach heftigen Protesten und internationaler Kritik - auch von Österreichs Bundespräsident Alexander van der Bellen - wurde ihr Hausarrest nach wenigen Tagen von einer italienischen Richterin wieder aufgehoben.

The German captain, Carola Rackete (31), was arrested in June after she made an unpermitted stop in the port of Lampedusa with the rescue ship Sea Watch 3 and 53 Libyan refugees on board. Following fierce protests and international criticism—including from Austrian President Alexander van der Bellen—her house arrest was lifted by Italian judges after just a few days.

The German captain Carola Rackete (31) was arrested in June, after heading for the harbor of Lampedusa with the rescue ship Sea Watch 3 and 53 Libyan refugees on board, without proper permission. Her house arrest was lifted by an Italian judge, after strong protests and international criticism – also from Austrian president Alexander van der Bellen.


Jetzt werden neue schwere Vorwürfe gegen Rackete laut. So könnten drei Männern, denen Folter in libyschen Flüchtlingslagern vorgeworfen wird, mit der "Sea-Watch 3" in Italien angekommen sein. Die Verdächtigen sind in einem Aufnahmelager in Messina (Sizilien) gefasst worden, nachdem Migranten ihre Peiniger in Italien wiedererkannt hatten. "Wir können das nicht ausschließen, haben aber selbst keine gesicherten Informationen dazu", sagte "Sea Watch"-Sprecher Ruben Neugebauer der Deutschen Presse-Agentur.

There are now new serious allegations against Rackete. She may have helped the three men, who are accused of torture at Libyan refugee camps, enter Italy on the Sea Watch 3. The suspects were taken into custody at a reception center in Messina (Sicily) after migrants recognized their torturers in Italy. "We cannot rule it out, but we have no precise information," said Sea Watch spokesman, Ruben Neugebauer, to German news agency dpa.

Now there are serious new allegations against Rackete. Case in point, three men accused of torture in Libyan refugee camps may have reached Italy on the Sea Watch 3. The accused have been caught in Messina (Sicily), after migrants recognized their tormentors in Italy. “We can’t rule this out but don’t have any sure information either”, Sea Watch spokesman Ruben Neugebauer told the Deutsche Presse Agentur.


Von der Polizei hieß es Mitte September, dass die Verdächtigen in dem nordafrikanischen Land vergewaltigt, gequält und sogar gemordet hätten. Es handele sich um Mohammed C. (27) aus Guinea, und die beiden Ägypter Hameda A. (26) und Mahmoud A (24). "Die Migranten wurden systematisch schikaniert und Gräueltaten ausgesetzt - durch wiederholte und ständige körperliche Gewalt", hieß es damals in der Mitteilung.

Police said in mid-September that the suspects had raped, tortured, and even murdered people in the North African country. The suspects are Mohammed C. (27) from Guinea, and two Egyptians, Hameda A. (26) and Mahmoud A (24). "The migrants were systematically harassed and subjected to cruelty through repeated and continual physical violence," they said in the statement.

According to the police, in mid-September the suspects raped, tortured, and murdered victims in the North African country. They are Mohammed C. (27) and two Egyptians Hameda A. (26) and Mahmoud A. (24). “The migrants have been systematically harassed and subjected to atrocities through repeated and constant physical violence”, according to the note back then.


NGO und Hilfsorganisationen weisen jetzt darauf hin, dass sie nicht genau wissen können, wer auf die Schiffe kommt. "Wir können nicht scannen, wer die Leute sind. Die kommen ohne Pässe", sagte Neugebauer. Folter sei einer der Hauptgründe, warum die Menschen aus Libyen fliehen. Es sei daher durchaus wahrscheinlich, dass sich auch Täter auf den Schiffen befinden. "Es ist daher sehr wichtig, dass dem nachgegangen wird".

NGOs and aid organizations are now indicating that they are unable to know precisely who boards the ships. "We cannot scan to see who the people are. They come without passports," said Neugebauer. Torture is one of the main reasons that people flee Libya, he added, so it is very probable that perpetrators are also on the ships. "It is therefore very important that we keep track of this".

NGO and aid agencies pointed out, that they cannot know exactly who boards their ships. “We cannot scan the people. They arrive without passports”, Neugebauer said. Torture may be one of the reasons why people flee from Libya. It is thus possible, that perpetrators are on the ships. “It is therefore crucial to follow up.”


Italiens rechter Ex-Innenminister Matteo Salvini forderte von Rackete, gegen die in Italien wegen Beihilfe zu illegaler Einwanderung noch ermittelt wird, umgehend eine Entschuldigung.

Italy's conservative former Minister of the Interior, Matteo Salvini, called for Rackete, who is still under investigation in Italy for aiding and abetting illegal immigration, to make an immediate apology.

Italy's right-wing ex-Interior Secretary Matteo Salvini demanded an apology from Rackete, who is under investigation for aiding and abetting illegal immigration in Italy.


Musk strebt Auslieferungsrekord bei Tesla an

Musk Aiming at Delivery Record for Tesla


Tesla-Chef Elon Musk hat seinem Elektroautokonzern mit der Aussicht auf neue Rekordzahlen kräftig Auftrieb an der Börse gegeben.

Tesla boss Elon Musk has given his electric car company a strong boost on the stock market with the prospect of new record numbers.

Tesla boss Elon Musk has provided his electric car company with a strong boost on the stock market with the prospect of new record figures.


"Wir haben die Chance, unser erstes Quartal mit 100.000 Auslieferungen zu erreichen", schrieb Musk in einer vom Branchenblog "Electrek" veröffentlichten E-Mail an Tesla-Mitarbeiter.

"We have the opportunity to reach 100,000 deliveries in our first quarter," Musk wrote in an email to Tesla employees published by industry blog Electrek.

“We have a shot at achieving our first 100,000 vehicle delivery quarter,” Musk wrote in an email to Tesla employees, published by the industry blog “Electrek”.


Die Nachfrage sei stark, so dass Tesla 110.000 Bestellungen verbuchen könnte, hieß es in Musks Rundschreiben weiter. Die Herausforderung sei, die Autos zügig an die Kundschaft zu bringen. Dazu müsse Tesla zum Quartalsende so viele Ressourcen wie möglich aufbieten.

Demand is so strong that Tesla was able to record 110,000 orders, according to Musk's newsletter. The challenge is getting the cars to customers quickly. To do so, Tesla had to mobilize as many resources as possible at quarter-end.

In his circular, Musk stated that demand was high and Tesla orders could reach about 110,000. The challenge would be to get the vehicles in the hands of customers quickly. To achieve that, Tesla would have to rally as many resources as possible toward the end of the quarter.


Anlegern gefiel das: Teslas Aktien gingen mit einem Plus von über sechs Prozent aus dem Handel. So stark hat der Kurs seit fast vier Monaten nicht mehr zugelegt. Im zweiten Quartal hatte Tesla gut 95.000 Autos ausgeliefert und damit seinen bisherigen Bestwert erreicht.

Investors liked this: Tesla shares closed the day with a gain of over six percent. The price has not increased so much in almost four months. In the second quarter, Tesla delivered around 95,000 cars and hit its best value to date.

This satisfied investors: Tesla shares closed over 6 percent higher. Share prices had not risen by this much in close to four months. In the second quarter, Tesla reached its current delivery record of around 95,000 cars.


Musk braucht Rekorde, um seine hohen Ziele zu erreichen. 2019 will er insgesamt 360.000 bis 400.000 Wagen ausliefern. Dafür müssen im laufenden und kommenden Vierteljahr sechsstellige Zahlen her. Vor allem der günstigste Tesla Model 3 ist gefragt, doch hier sind die Gewinnspannen gering. Trotz des Booms gab es zuletzt Verluste.

Musk needs records to achieve his ambitious goals. In 2019, he wants to deliver a total of 360,000 to 400,000 cars. The company would have to hit six-digit figures in the current and upcoming quarter to do so. The less expensive Tesla Model 3 is in particular demand, but its profit margins are low. There have been losses recently despite the boom.

Musk needs records to achieve his ambitious objectives. In 2019, he intends to deliver between 360,000 and 400,000 cars. This requires six-digit figures for this and the coming quarter. The least expensive Tesla Model 3 is the most popular, but its profit margins are slim. Despite the boom, there have been recent losses.


US-Budgetstreit: Erneut nur eine Brückenfinanzierung

US Budget Dispute: Once More, Only Bridge Financing

US Budget Dispute: Bridge Funding Once Again


Das neue Haushaltsjahr wird in den USA am 1. Oktober ohne ein ordentliches Budget beginnen. Der Senat ist am Donnerstag dem Repräsentantenhaus gefolgt und hat eine Übergangsfinanzierung bis am 21. November beschlossen.

The USA's new financial year will begin on October 1 without a proper budget. On Thursday, the Senate followed the House of Representatives and ratified temporary financing until November 21.

The new financial year in the US will start on October 1st without a proper budget. The Senate followed the House of Representatives and passed a continuing resolution through November 21st.


Obwohl sich der amerikanische Kongress und Präsident Donald Trump im August auf eine Erhöhung der Ausgabenobergrenzen für die Haushaltsjahre 2020 und 2021 geeinigt haben, stehen die Vereinigten Staaten vor dem am 1. Oktober beginnenden neuen Fiskaljahr einmal mehr ohne Ausgabenpläne da. Der Senat ist am Donnerstag dem Repräsentantenhaus gefolgt und hat eine Übergangsfinanzierung (Continuing Resolution, CR) bis am 21. November beschlossen. Ohne einen solchen Beschluss wäre es am Montag um Mitternacht zu einem Shutdown gekommen, einer Teilschliessung der Bundesverwaltung. Präsident Trump muss den Beschluss noch in Kraft setzen.

Although the American Congress and President Donald Trump agreed in August to raise the expenditure ceiling for financial years 2020 and 2021, the United States is once more facing the new fiscal year, which begins on October 1, without a spending plan. On Thursday, the Senate followed the House of Representatives and ratified temporary financing (Continuing Resolution, CR) until November 21. Without such a decision, a shutdown (a partial closure of the federal administration) would have occurred on Monday at midnight. President Trump still has to set the decision into effect.

Although the American Congress and President Trump had agreed on an increase of spending limits for the financial years of 2020 and 2021 in August, the US is once again starting the new fiscal year on October 31st with no spending plans. The Senate followed the House of Representatives and approved a continuing resolution (CR) through November 21st. This resolution avoids a shutdown or partial closure of the federal administration, which would have started at midnight on Monday. President Trump still needs to sign the bill.


Vorläufig wird nun die Bundesverwaltung auf dem Niveau und gemäss den Prioritäten der Ausgabenpläne für das am Montag zu Ende gehende Haushaltsjahr 2019 finanziert. Dies, weil sich der Kongress nicht rechtzeitig auf die 12 Ausgabengesetze hat einigen können, die den verschiedenen Departementen und Behörden die Mittel zuweisen. Die Bundesverwaltung kann deshalb vorerst nicht von dem für das neue Haushaltsjahr von 1,3 Bio. auf 1,4 Bio. $ erweiterten Ausgabenrahmen profitieren.

The federal administration will now be temporarily financed on the level of, and according to, the priorities of the spending plans for the financial year 2019, which ends on Monday. This is because Congress was unable to agree in time on the 12 spending bills that allocate the funds to the various departments and government agencies. For the time being, therefore, the federal government cannot profit from the spending framework, which has been expanded from 1.3 billion to 1.4 billion.

For the time being, the federal administration will now be financed at the level and with the priorities of the financial year 2019, which ends on Monday. This is because Congress could not reach an agreement on the twelve spending bills distributing funds among the various departments and authorities. Therefore, for the moment, the federal administration cannot take advantage of the expenditure framework for the new year, which was raised from 1.3 trillion to 1.4 trillion dollars.


Die Demokraten haben im Repräsentantenhaus, wo sie die Mehrheit haben, zehn der zwölf Gesetze fertiggestellt. Die Ausgabengesetze reflektieren aber Prioritäten der Demokraten, die im von den Republikanern dominierten Senat kaum Chancen haben. Umgekehrt hat der Senat ebenfalls zehn der zwölf Ausgabenpläne mehr oder weniger bereit, die kaum mehrheitsfähig sind.

The Democrats in the House of Representatives, where they hold the majority, have completed ten of the twelve bills. The spending bills reflect the Democrats' priorities, however, which have little chance in the Republican-dominated Senate. Vice versa, the Senate has also more or less prepared ten of the twelve spending plans, which will hardly be able to receive a majority of votes.

The Democrats have finalized ten of the twelve bills in the House of Representatives, where they have the majority. However, the spending bills reflect the priorities of the Democrats and hardly stand a chance in the Senate, which is dominated by the Republicans. Conversely, the Senate also has ten of the twelve spending bills more or less ready, which will hardly find a majority.


Die Geister scheiden sich vor allem am Thema Ressourcenzuteilung für den Bereich Inlandsicherheit und Grenzsicherung. Im Senat versuchen die Republikaner offenbar, 12 Mrd. $ für den Mauerbau zu erzwingen, eine der grossen Prioritäten von Präsident Trump. Die Demokraten stören sich an den Mauerbauplänen und an deren Finanzierung, die eigentlich für andere militärische Bauten und Projekte vorgesehen ist. Der Streit über den Mauerbau war bereits im Dezember 2018 eskaliert und hatte zu einem 35-tägigen Shutdown geführt.

Opinions differ most sharply on allocating resources for domestic security and border security. In the Senate, the Republicans are obviously attempting to force an allocation of twelve billion dollars to build the wall: one of President Trump's biggest priorities. The Democrats oppose the plans to construct the wall, as well as its financing, which is actually earmarked for other military buildings and projects. The dispute over the building of the wall had already escalated in December of 2018 and led to a 35-day showdown.

Opinions differ primarily on the allocation of resources for domestic security and border management. In the Senate, the Republicans are evidently trying to exact 12 billion dollars for the construction of the barrier wall, one of President Trump’s major priorities. The Democrats are concerned about the planned wall construction and its funding, which was actually intended for other military buildings and projects. The dispute over the construction of the wall has escalated before, in December 2018, leading to a 35-day shutdown.


Opinions Differ on Building the Wall
Controversy about the wall construction


Derzeit ist unklar, wie sich die Parteien in dieser Frage näherkommen wollen. Wahrscheinlicher als eine Einigung auf alle zwölf Ausgabengesetze in den kommenden sieben Wochen ist eine Verlängerung der Übergangsfinanzierung über den 21. November hinaus. Auch ein Shutdown ist dannzumal nicht ausgeschlossen.

It's currently unclear how the parties will come together on this issue. An extension of the transition financing past November 21 is more probable than an agreement on all twelve spending bills in the coming seven weeks. And a shutdown at that time is not out of the question.

It remains unclear how the parties can make their positions align. A continuing resolution beyond the 21st of November seems more likely than an agreement on all twelve spending bills in the next seven weeks. A shutdown is another possibility.


Vor dem Hintergrund der anhaltenden Unfähigkeit des Kongresses, sich rechtzeitig auf die zwölf Ausgabengesetze zu einigen, und der damit einhergehenden Gefahr eines Shutdown gewinnen Ideen zur Automatisierung des Prozesses an Popularität. Vorlage S. 1877 zur Vermeidung von Shutdowns würde die Finanzierung der Bundesverwaltung jeweils automatisch auf dem Vorjahresniveau weiterführen, die Reisetätigkeit der Parlamentarier unterbinden und deren Löhne zurückhalten, bis die neuen jährlichen Ausgabenpläne vorlägen.

Since Congress still cannot agree on the twelve spending bills in time, which risks a shutdown, ideas for automating the process are gaining in popularity. Bill S.1877—Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2019 would automatically continue the financing of the federal administration at the level of the previous year, prevent travel activities from the members of Congress, and withhold their wages until the new annual spending plans were submitted.

In view of the continuing inability of Congress to agree on the twelve spending bills in time and thus the danger of a shutdown, the concept of an automatic process is becoming more popular. Bill S. 1877, aiming to prevent government shutdowns, would automatically continue the financing of the federal administration at the level of the previous year, prohibit all travel by members of Congress and withhold their salaries until the new spending plans have been agreed on.


Frankreich erlaubt künstliche Befruchtung für Lesben und Singles

France permits artificial insemination of lesbians and singles

France Allows Artificial Insemination for Lesbians and Singles


In Frankreich soll die künstliche Befruchtung künftig auch alleinlebenden Frauen und Lesben offenstehen: Die Pariser Nationalversammlung stimmte mit großer Mehrheit für eine Gesetzesvorlage der Regierung, nach der alle Frauen eine In-Vitro-Befruchtung in Anspruch nehmen können. Damit dürfte die Nachfrage nach anonymen Samenspenden deutlich zunehmen.

In France artificial insemination is intended to be usable by single women and lesbians in future. The Paris National Assembly voted by a large majority for a government bill that would allow all women to benefit from in vitro fertilization. This means the demand for anonymous sperm donors is expected to increase noticeably.

In France, artificial insemination is to be made available to single women and lesbians: the National Assembly in Paris voted by a large majority for a government bill giving allowing all woman access to in vitro insemination. This should significantly increase the demand for anonymous sperm donations.


Die Vorlage bedarf noch der Zustimmung des Senats. In der dreitägigen emotionalen Debatte hatten Kritiker im rechten Lager davor gewarnt, dass in Zukunft zahlreiche "Kinder ohne Vater" aufwachsen könnten. Auch die französische Bischofskonferenz ist gegen die Neuerung.

The submission still requires the Senate's approval. In the emotional debate lasting three days, right-wing critics had warned that in future countless "fatherless children" would be raised. The French Bishops Conference has also objected to this innovation.

The bill still requires the approval of the senate. During the three-day emotional debate, critics in the right-winged camp had warned that many “fatherless children” could be growing up in the future. The French Bishops' Conference is against the reform as well.


Die Neuregelung ist der Kernbestandteil eines Bioethik-Gesetzes, das Gesundheitsministerin Agnès Buzyn als "Chance" für die Gesellschaft verteidigte. Es bilde die moderne Familie ab, in der es Kinder mit nur einem Elternteil oder mit homosexuellen Eltern gebe. Nach ihrer Vorstellung sollen die Kosten für künstliche Befruchtungen für alle Frauen von der Sozialversicherung getragen werden.

The new regulation is part of a bioethics law that Health Minister Agnès Buzyn defended as a "chance" for society. It models the modern family as it only gives children to single or homosexual parents. According to them, the costs for artificial insemination for all women are to be covered by social security.

The revision is the core component of a bioethics law which Health Minister Agnès Buzyn defended as an “opportunity” for society. It depicted the modern family with children with only one parent or with homosexual parents. According to her idea, the costs of artificial insemination for all women should be carried by social security.


Befruchtung mit Sperma von totem Ehemann weiter verboten

Insemination with sperm of deceased husband continues to be forbidden

Insemination with sperm from dead husband remains prohibited


Mit knapper Mehrheit wies die Nationalversammlung dagegen einen Änderungsantrag zurück, der Witwen für eine künstliche Befruchtung Zugang zum Sperma ihres toten Mannes geben sollte. In Belgien, Spanien und Großbritannien ist die künstliche Befruchtung "post-mortem" erlaubt. In Deutschland gab es in der Vergangenheit Fälle, in der Frauen vergeblich auf die Herausgabe des Spermas eines Verstorbenen klagten. Die Gegner des Vorstoßes in Paris argumentierten, ein so gezeugtes Kind trage dann ein "besonders schweres Schicksal".

The National Assembly, on the other hand, rejected an application for amendment permitting widows to have access to their dead husband's sperm for the purposes of artificial insemination. In Belgium, Spain and Great Britain "post-mortem" artificial insemination is allowed. In Germany there have been cases in the past where women complained in vain about not having access to the sperm of the deceased. The opponents of this infringement argued that a child conceived in this way would bear a "particularly heavy fate."

By a narrow majority, however, the National Assembly rejected an amendment that would grant widows access to the sperm of their dead husbands for artificial insemination. “Post mortem” artificial insemination is allowed in Belgium, Spain, and Great Britain. In Germany, there have been cases where women sued in vain for the release of the sperm of a deceased man. Opponents of the Paris motion argued that a child conceived in this way would suffer a "particularly difficult fate”.


Zahlreiche Abgeordnete der Regierungspartei La République en Marche (Die Republik in Bewegung, LREM) von Präsident Emmanuel Macron und Abgeordneten der Opposition hatten sich dagegen für die künstliche Befruchtung mit dem Sperma des verstorbenen Partners ausgesprochen. Sie betonten, einer Witwe werde eine "doppelte Trauer" auferlegt, wenn durch den Tod ihres Mannes auch noch ihr Kinderwunsch unerfüllt bliebe.

Numerous members of the ruling party La République en Marche (The Republic on the Move, LREM) belonging to President Emmanuel Macron and deputies of the opposition party had, on the other hand, spoken out in favor of artificial insemination with sperm of a deceased spouse. They emphasized a widow would be bearing the "double bereavement" if the death of her husband meant her wish for a child would remain unfulfilled.

Numerous representatives of the ruling party La République en Marche (The Republic in Motion, LREM) of President Emmanuel Macron and members of the opposition voted for artificial insemination of sperm from deceased partners. They emphasized that a widow would suffer twice as much grief if her husband's death also left her wish to have children unfulfilled.


Die Initiatoren des nun gescheiterten Änderungsantrags halten es für ungerecht, dass sich eine Witwe künftig zwar mit dem Sperma eines Unbekannten befruchten lassen kann, aber nicht mit dem ihres eigenen Partners.

The initiators of the now failed amendment consider it unfair that in future a widow can have herself inseminated with the sperm of an unknown person, but not with that of her own partner.

The initiators of the now failed amendment consider it unfair that, in the future, a widow can be inseminated with the sperm of an unknown man, but not with that of her husband.


Bisher ist die künstliche Befruchtung in Frankreich nur heterosexuellen Paaren erlaubt, die keine Kinder zeugen können. Sie müssen verheiratet sein oder mindestens zwei Jahre zusammenleben. Buzyn hatte bereits im Sommer angekündigt, dass die Leihmutterschaft weiter verboten bleibe.

Until now artificial insemination in France has only been allowed for heterosexual partners, who cannot have children. They must be married or have lived together for at least two years. Buzyn had already announced in summer, that surrogacy continued to be unlawful.

Until now, artificial insemination in France has only been allowed for heterosexual couples who cannot conceive children. They needed to be married or living together for at least two years. Buzyn had already announced in the summer that surrogacy remains illegal.


In Deutschland steht die künstliche Befruchtung theoretisch allen Frauen offen - für Alleinstehende oder lesbische Paare ist es dennoch häufig schwierig.

In Germany artificial insemination is in theory available to all women, but for singles and lesbian couples this continues to be a problem.

Artificial insemination in Germany is technically available to all women – but for singles or lesbian couples it is often still difficult.


Ausgleichszahlung fürs Klima: Rufe nach Flugabgabe für Unis werden lauter

Compensation payment for climate: Calls for university drop-offs are getting more pronounced.

Compensation for the Climate: Calls for Air Travel Levies for Universities Are Becoming Louder


An den Hochschulen wird viel geflogen. Deshalb will das Land künftig auch dort eine Klimaabgabe abführen lassen. Die Rektoren sagen, sie hätten kein Geld dafür. Doch nun geraten sie auch intern unter Druck.

There is a lot of flying at university. This has prompted the country to take steps to apply a climate tax there, too. The principals say they do not have money for this. But now they are coming under pressure internally as well.

Universities cause a large amount of air travel. This is why the state intends to introduce a climate levy for universities. University rectors say they do not have the money, but now they are also coming under pressure from within.


Auch die Hochschulen sollen sich beim Fliegen beschränken. Foto: dpa/Julian Stratenschulte

Universities are to be included in limiting their use of flying. Photo: dpa/Julian Stratenschulte

Universities should also restrict their air travel. Image: dpa/Julian Stratenschulte


Die vor der Sommerpause vertagte Diskussion über eine Klimaabgabe auf Flüge von Universitäten und Hochschulen kommt wieder in Schwung. Nachdem die Landesrektorenkonferenz skeptisch auf einen entsprechenden Vorstoß aus der grün-schwarzen Koalition reagiert hatte, erhalten die Pläne nun Unterstützung aus den Hochschulen. In einer gemeinsamen Erklärung plädieren die Doktoranden von sechs baden-württembergischen Universitäten und einer Pädagogischen Hochschule für eine Kompensation von Dienstflügen. Diese sei als erster Schritt "dringend notwendig", gleichzeitig müsse es eine breite Debatte über die Vermeidbarkeit von Flügen geben, heißt es in ihrer Stellungnahme. Der ursprünglich schon im Juli geplante Kabinettsbeschluss liegt derweil weiter auf Eis, weil die CDU die Vorlage der Grünen immer noch nicht gebilligt hat.

The discussion adjourned before summer holidays about a climate charge on flights used by universities and high schools is back in full swing. After the State Rector's Conference reacted skeptically to a corresponding violation by the green-black coalition, plans are only receiving support from high schools. In a joint statement, doctoral students of six universities from Baden-Württemberg and a teachers' college pledged for compensation for business flights. This first step would be ‘urgently needed', at the same time there should be a wide debate about the avoid-ability of flights, their statement says. The cabinet shut down originally planned in July has been put on ice, because the CDU has not yet approved the submission handed in by the Green Party.

The discussion about a climate levy on air travel for universities and colleges, which was postponed before the summer break, is gaining momentum again. After the State Rectors' Conferences had reacted skeptically to the corresponding motion of the green-black coalition, the plans are now receiving support from universities. In a joint statement, PhD students of six universities in Baden-Wuerttemberg and one teacher training college advocate compensation for business flights. This is “urgently needed” as a first step, but at the same time there must be a wider debate about whether air travel can be avoided, their statement says. Meanwhile, the cabinet decision, originally planned for July, remains on hold because the CDU has not yet approved the bill of the Greens.


Russland nimmt erneut nordkoreanische Fischer fest

Russia re-arrests North Korean fishermen

Russia arrests fisherman from North Korea, again


Dem Geheimdienst FSB zufolge sollen die Festgenommenen illegal in russischen Gewässern gefischt haben. Zehn Tage zuvor wurden bereits 161 Fischer aus Nordkorea festgenommen. Damals gab es einen Schusswechsel zwischen den Grenzschützern und der Bootsbesatzung. Dabei wurden drei Russen und ein Nordkoreaner verletzt, der Fischer erlag später seinen schweren Verletzungen. Diesmal habe es aber keine Verletzten gegeben, hieß es.

The FSB secret service reports that the detainees had fished unlawfully in Russian waters. Ten days earlier, 161 fishermen from North Korea had been arrested, with an exchange of gunfire between border guards and the boat crew. Three Russians and one North Korean were wounded, the North Korean fisherman later dying from his wounds. But this time there were no injuries, it is reported.

According to the secret service FSB, the arrested people have been fishing illegally in Russian waters. Ten days before, over 161 fishermen from North Korea had already been arrested. Back then there was an exchange of fire between the boat's crew and border guards, during which three Russians and one North Korean have been injured – the fisherman died afterwards due to his injuries. But this time no one has been injured, it was said.


Das kommunistische Nordkorea leidet unter chronischem Nahrungsmittelmangel. Die nordkoreanischen Fischer waren demnach in russischen Hoheitsgewässern unterwegs. Dort fährt die Küstenwache Russlands nach eigenen Angaben zum Schutz ihrer meeresbiologischen Ressourcen Patrouillen.

Communist North Korea suffers from a chronic food shortage. The North Korean fishermen were in Russian waters for that reason. The Russian coast guard reports that it patrols these waters to protect Russia's maritime biological resources.

Communist North Korea suffers from chronic lack of food. The North Korean fishermen were traveling in Russian territorial waters. Russia’s coastguard patrols the area for the protection of their marine biological resources, according to their own statements.


30,000 squid confiscated
30,000 squids confiscated


Bei den erneuten Kontrollen seien 30.000 Tintenfische auf den Booten entdeckt und beschlagnahmt worden. Außerdem wurden den Angaben nach drei Fischer- und zwei Motorboote beschlagnahmt und nach Nachodka und Posjet bei Wladiwostok gebracht.

During the repeated inspections, 30,000 squid were discovered in the boats and confiscated. Three trawlers and two motor boats are also reported to have been confiscated and taken to Nakhodka and Posyet near Vladivostok.

30,000 squids have been found amid new sweeps of the boats, and were consequently confiscated. Additionally, three fish- and two motorboats were brought to Nakhodka and Posiyet in Vladivostok, according to the statement.


Russlands Fischerei-Behörde hatte auch nach Klagen einheimischer Unternehmer in diesem Jahr keine Fanglizenzen an die Nordkoreaner ausgegeben. Tausende Fischer aus Nordkorea sind Medien zufolge in diesem Jahr dort schon zeitweise festgenommen worden.

Following complaints from Russian companies, Russia's fishing authority did not issue any fishing licenses to the North Koreans this year. According to media reports, thousands of fishermen from North Korea have been detained in Russian waters this year.

Russia’s Fisheries Authority did not issue fishing licenses to the North Koreans this year, even after complaints from local entrepreneurs. Thousands of fishermen from North Korea have already been temporarily arrested this year, according to the media.


Der Chef der Vereinigung russischer Fischerei-Unternehmen in der fernöstlichen Region Primorje, Georgi Martynow, beklagte kürzlich auch hohe ökologische Schäden durch die nordkoreanischen Fischer. Sie fischten mit in Russland verbotenen engmaschigen synthetischen Netzen. Mit diesen würden auch kleine Lebewesen aus dem Meer geholt. Zudem würden die Netze einfach im Meer entsorgt, wo sie 200 Jahre bräuchten, um zersetzt zu werden.

Georgy Martynov, president of the Primorye Fisheries Association in the Primorye region in the far east, also complained recently of the extensive environmental damage caused by the North Korean fishermen. They used close-meshed synthetic nets that are banned in Russia. These also remove tiny creatures from the sea. Furthermore, the nets had simply been discarded in the sea, where they would take 200 years to disintegrate.

The head of the Association of Russian Fishery Companies in the far East region of Primorje, Georgi Martiynov complained recently about mounting ecological damage due to fishermen from North Korea. They would fish with fine-meshed nets, which are banned in Russia. With those, they would also pull out small animals out of the ocean. Moreover, they would dump them in the sea where the nets would need 200 years to decompose.


Künftig nur noch 18.000: USA senken Asyl-Obergrenze ab

No More Than 18,000 in the Future: The USA Lowers its Refugee Cap

No More Than 18,000: US Reduces Annual Refugee Ceiling


Die "großzügigste Nation in der Geschichte": Donald Trump, hier bei einem Treffen mit gewählten Polizeivertretern im Weißen Haus.

The "most generous nation in history": Donald Trump, here at a meeting with an elected police delegation in the White House.

The “most generous country in history”: Donald Trump, here in a meeting with police representatives at the White House.


Das reichste Land der Erde schottet sich gegenüber Schutzsuchenden ab: Wie Außenministerium in Washington bestätigt, wird die Obergrenze für den legalen Zuzug von Flüchtlingen weiter abgesenkt. Künftig sollen vor allem bedrohte Gläubige und Iraker Asyl erhalten.

The richest land on Earth closes itself off to those seeking protection: As confirmed by the US State Department in Washington, the cap for the legal influx of refugees will be reduced further. In the future, primarily threatened believers and Iraqis will receive asylum.

The richest country on earth is sealing itself off against asylum seekers: The State Department in Washington confirms that the ceiling for legal immigration of refugees is being lowered further. In the future, mainly people persecuted for their faith and Iraqis are to be granted asylum.


Die US-Regierung will die ohnehin schon historisch niedrige Grenze für die Aufnahme neuer Flüchtlinge abermals senken. Im Wirtschaftsjahr 2020, das in den Vereinigten Staaten von Oktober 2019 bis September 2020 läuft, sollen höchstens 18.000 Menschen ins Land gelassen werden, wie das US-Außenministerium erklärte. Im nun schon fast abgelaufenen Wirtschaftsjahr liegt das Limit noch bei 30.000 Menschen.

Once more, the US government wants to reduce the already historically low cap for taking in new refugees. In financial year 2020, which in the United States runs from October 2019 to September 2020, no more than 18,000 people will be allowed into the country, declared the US State Department. In the financial year that is now almost over, the limit still lies at 30,000 people.

The US government wants to reduce the already historically low limit for the admission of new refugees. In the financial year of 2020, which runs from October 2019 to September 2020, a maximum of 18,000 people will be admitted to the country, the State Department declared. In the current financial year, which is nearly over, the ceiling was at 30,000 people.


Die Regierung von Präsident Donald Trump hat die Aufnahmebereitschaft für Schutzsuchende aus aller Welt in den vergangenen Jahren drastisch gesenkt. Unter der Vorgängerregierung von Barack Obama hatten weitaus höhere Aufnahmegrenzen gegolten.

In recent years, the government of President Donald Trump has drastically lowered receptiveness for those seeking protection from all over the world. Under the previous administration of Barack Obama, far higher admission limits applied.

Over the past few years, the government of Donald Trump has drastically reduced the number of asylum seekers from around the world that it is willing to accept. Under the previous government of Barack Obama, admission limits were much higher.


Die angepeilte Obergrenze von 18.000 Flüchtlingen wäre die niedrigste seit Einführung des US-Flüchtlingsprogramms im Jahr 1980. Das Außenministerium bezeichnete die USA dennoch als "erbarmungsvollste und großzügigste Nation in der Geschichte", eine Formulierung, die stark an den Sprachgebrauch des amtierenden US-Präsidenten erinnert.

The planned cap of 18,000 refugees would be the lowest since the US refugee program was introduced in 1980. Nevertheless, the State Department designated the USA the "most compassionate and generous nation in history": a wording that smacks of the parlance of the current US President.

The planned ceiling of 18,000 refugees would be the lowest since the introduction of the United States Refugee Admissions Program in 1980. The State Department nevertheless calls the United States the most compassionate and generous country in history, a wording that is strongly reminiscent of the language used by the current President.


Ein "verantwortungsbewusster Umgang" mit Flüchtlingen ziele darauf ab, dass die Flüchtlinge in ihre Heimatländer zurückkehren können, um dort beim Wiederaufbau zu helfen, erklärte Trump. Für seinen harten Kurs in der Migrationspolitik bekommt er von Anhängern viel Zuspruch, es gibt aber auch massive Kritik.

"Dealing responsibly" with refugees means making it possible for the refugees to return to their home countries to help with reconstruction there, Trump declared. He has received strong support from his adherents for his hard-line immigration policy, but also massive criticism.

“A responsible approach to refugees is one that seeks the eventual return of refugees to their home countries so that they can help to rebuild their own nations,” Trump declared. His hard line in migration policy has been well received by his supporters, but is also severely criticized.