Germany: European Commission cuts 2023 growth forecast © 2023 Deutsche Welle

Germany: European Commission cuts 2023 growth forecast Germany is set for a recession this year, with an expected 0.4% fall in economic activity, according to the EU's latest prediction. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-european-commission-cuts-2023-growth-forecast/a-66776816 © 2023 Deutsche Welle Germany: AfD candidate leads mayoral race, but runoff needed The candidate for the right-wing populist Alternative for Germany fared far better than his rivals in the first round mayoral vote in Nordhausen. However, he must win a runoff against the incumbent to secure the post. https://www.dw.com/en/germany-afd-candidate-leads-mayoral-race-but-runoff-needed/a-66773453 © 2023 Deutsche Welle