Germany news update

Here are some recent news updates from Germany:

Politics

• The German government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting the use of electric vehicles. The law, which is expected to come into effect in 2023, will require automakers to sell a certain percentage of electric vehicles in Germany. (Source: Deutsche Welle)
• Chancellor Angela Merkel has announced that she will step down as leader of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party in December, paving the way for a new leader to take over ahead of the 2021 federal elections. (Source: The Local)

Economy

• Germany's economy has grown by 0.4% in the third quarter of 2020, according to official figures. The growth was driven by a rebound in exports and a recovery in consumer spending. (Source: Reuters)
• The German government has announced plans to invest €50 billion in the country's infrastructure over the next five years, including projects such as high-speed rail links and renewable energy projects. (Source: DW)

Coronavirus

• Germany has reported a surge in new coronavirus cases in recent days, with over 10,000 new cases reported on Monday alone. The government has announced plans to introduce new measures to slow the spread of the virus, including restrictions on gatherings and mask-wearing requirements in public places. (Source: The Guardian)
• The German government has approved a new vaccine against COVID-19, which is expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks. The vaccine, developed by the pharmaceutical company BioNTech, has been shown to be highly effective in preventing severe cases of the virus. (Source: DW)

Culture

• The German city of Dresden has been named the European Capital of Culture for 2025, beating out other contenders such as Vienna and Prague. The city will host a range of cultural events and exhibitions over the course of the year. (Source: The Local)
• The German government has announced plans to invest €100 million in the country's cultural sector over the next three years, including funding for museums, theaters, and music venues. (Source: DW)

Sports

• The German national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating North Macedonia 4-0 in a playoff match. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The German tennis player Alexander Zverev has won the ATP Finals in London, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final. (Source: ESPN)

I hope these updates are helpful!