Political activities are increasing in Germany as leaders prepare for the February 23rd election, with controversies surrounding dual citizenship laws.
CDU leader Friedrich Merz has pledged to dismantle the dual citizenship law, despite potential opposition from coalition partners.
A CDU politician's deleted Instagram post aimed at persuading AfD voters sparked outrage, while a soap cake incident targeting former Finance Minister Lindner raised safety concerns.
Business leaders are advocating for reforms in sick pay, particularly reintroducing a waiting day for sick leave to reduce costs for companies.
In cultural news, the city of Chemnitz is set to reinvent itself as a European Capital of Culture following its troubled past, with a year-long program of artistic and cultural events.