Football fans attending Euro 24 in Germany face a resurgence of neo-Nazi hooliganism, particularly from Eintracht Frankfurt's ultras, known for violent incidents across Europe. The group Brigade Nassau, comprised of martial artists and bouncers, poses a threat to visiting fans, especially in public spaces outside stadiums. Despite efforts by police to infiltrate hooligan gangs, there is concern that the violence of the 1980s and 1990s is returning. Instances of clashes with police, stadium disruptions, and targeted attacks on fans have been reported. Some ultras, however, claim to focus on support rather than violence. The rise of far-right parties has also been linked to increased Nazi associations among some fan groups.

A key witness in the Madeleine McCann case, Helge Büsching, is under investigation for potentially providing false evidence regarding his claims about suspect Christian Brückner. Brückner, a convicted paedophile and rapist, is suspected of abducting and killing three-year-old Madeleine in Praia da Luz, Portugal. Büsching's credibility is being challenged by Brückner's lawyer, Friedrich Fülscher, due to inconsistencies in his statements about video tapes allegedly showing Brückner's crimes. The German police's investigation into Brückner is reportedly at risk of collapsing due to a lack of new leads and Büsching's reluctance to cooperate further.

German media and fans are celebrating the likely transfer of England captain Harry Kane to Bayern Munich for £104 million, while criticizing Tottenham Hotspur's handling of the negotiations. Kane, who has scored over 250 goals for Spurs, is expected to significantly boost Bayern's chances in the Champions League. Despite the excitement in Germany, the protracted negotiations have also drawn criticism, with some German outlets calling the process 'child's play' and expressing frustration over the high transfer fee for a player with one year left on his contract. Kane's move has left Spurs fans heartbroken, as he is set to leave as the club's record goalscorer.

German police have recovered items from a search at the Barragem do Arade reservoir in Portugal, related to the Madeleine McCann case. The search concluded on May 25 after three days, and the items will be evaluated. The reservoir is near where Madeleine went missing in 2007. Authorities were acting on a lead involving photos and videos of chief suspect Christian Brueckner near the site. Informants Manfred Seyferth and Helge Busching claimed they dumped a stolen gun and camcorder in the reservoir after finding disturbing footage on it. The investigation is ongoing.

Josef Fritzl, the Austrian criminal who imprisoned and sexually abused his daughter Elisabeth for 24 years, fathering seven children with her, has given his first interview from prison. In the interview with The Sun, he expressed a desire for freedom and reconciliation with his family, believing they will forgive him. He detailed his daily fitness regime and praised King Charles and Camilla. Fritzl, now 87, is serving a life sentence for incest, rape, coercion, false imprisonment, enslavement, and negligent homicide. He claims to have changed after therapy and has written a book titled 'The Abysses of Josef F.' His lawyer, Astrid Wagner, described him as polite and charming, but also a 'master of suppression.' In June 2022, Austria's Higher Regional Court reversed a decision to move Fritzl to a regular prison, ruling that he must stay in the high-security psychiatric prison due to his serious mental illness.

Siegmar Schmidt, a former Steinhoff executive, described a 'climate of fear' at the company under ex-CEO Markus Jooste. Schmidt, who served as managing director of Steinhoff Europe Group Services from 2003 to 2011, delivered a statement to the Oldenburg Regional Court in Germany, highlighting the oppressive environment where employees felt unable to challenge Jooste.

Die Aktuelle, a German magazine, has faced criticism for publishing a fake interview with Michael Schumacher, created using artificial intelligence. The interview, which appeared to be Schumacher's first since his ski accident in 2013, was presented as a 'world exclusive' with the F1 legend discussing his health and family. However, it was later revealed that the interview was AI-generated and not based on actual statements from Schumacher or his family. Fans of the seven-time-world champion have condemned the magazine's actions as 'tasteless' and 'stupid.' Schumacher has been in a medically induced coma since the accident, and his health status has been closely guarded by his family.

A German court sentenced 101-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard Josef Schuetz to five years in jail for being an accessory to murder at the Sachsenhausen camp during the Holocaust. Despite his conviction, due to his age, he is unlikely to serve time. Schuetz, who pleaded innocent, may not go to prison immediately as he is appealing the conviction. The trial, which began in 2021, faced delays due to Schuetz's health. The case is part of Germany's ongoing efforts to prosecute surviving Nazi perpetrators.

Michael Ballack, a 45-year-old former Chelsea midfielder, is dating 21-year-old model Sophia Schneiderhan. The couple, who grew closer after the tragic death of Ballack's son Emilio in a quad-bike accident, were seen at Art Basel in Switzerland. Sophia, who has a history of dating older men, was talent-spotted at 13 and has worked for fashion label Escada. She plans to pursue a career in marketing and brand development, and later follow her father into the medical profession. German media and friends of Ballack have expressed surprise at the relationship due to the age gap, but believe it is good for Ballack. The article also recounts the details of Emilio Ballack's accident and death.

The article reports on a series of anti-Jewish hate incidents that have occurred across Germany, prompting government officials to condemn the actions. Government spokesman Steffen Seibert, speaking in the Bundestag, emphasized that while protesting is a right, using it to express hatred of Jews is unacceptable. The incidents included attacks on synagogues, burning of Jewish flags, and antisemitic protests with aggressive slogans. In several cities, such as Berlin, Bonn, Düsseldorf, Freiburg, Gelsenkirchen, Mannheim, Münster, and Stuttgart, there were reports of violence, vandalism, and arrests related to the anti-Jewish demonstrations. Felix Klein, the Federal Government Commissioner for Jewish Life in Germany and the Fight against Antisemitism, labeled the behavior as pure antisemitism and highlighted the repulsive nature of the acts, which were disconnected from the actual conflict in Israel.

Boris Becker, a celebrated tennis star, has lost a legal battle against German comedian Oliver Pocher. Pocher, known for his satirical style, presented Becker with a fake award while poking fun at Becker's financial difficulties. Becker, who is set to be a lead commentator for the BBC at Wimbledon, is also facing a trial in London for allegedly concealing assets during his bankruptcy proceedings. These assets include his Wimbledon trophies, a flat in Chelsea, properties in Germany, and around £1.8 million. The article highlights the clash between the sports icon and the comedian, with Becker showing vulnerability to the satirical jabs off the court.

German police have expressed their belief that Madeleine McCann, who disappeared from Praia da Luz, Portugal in 2007, was killed in Portugal and not moved to Germany. The suspect, Christian Brueckner, is currently serving a sentence for the rape of an elderly American woman in the Algarve in 2005. Prosecutor Hans Christian Wolters mentioned 'concrete evidence' that will prove Brueckner's guilt in Madeleine's murder, although no details have been disclosed. German police had previously excavated an allotment in Hanover linked to Brueckner but found no evidence connecting him to the case. Brueckner's lawyer, Friedrich Fulscher, maintains his client's innocence, while British police continue to treat the case as a missing persons investigation. Madeleine's parents remain hopeful, recently paying tribute to her on what would have been her 18th birthday.

A British tourist has been linked to a COVID-19 outbreak in Wengen, Switzerland, resulting in the cancellation of the prestigious Laubernhorn downhill races in the Ski World Cup. Approximately 60 individuals tested positive, with half of the cases reportedly traceable to the tourist. The event was initially moved to Kitzbuehel, Austria, but further COVID-19 cases there prompted a relocation to Flachau. Swiss health officials, including Gundekar Giebel, expressed concerns about the potential for a super-spreader event. The Arenas Resort Victoria-Lauberhorn is set to close, and local residents have been urged to get tested. The outbreak's connection to the new British strain of the virus is still under investigation. This cancellation is the first for the World Cup circuits this season due to the pandemic.