Germany Extends ‘Temporary’ Land-Border Checks Until 15 March 2026
Illegal Entries Fall 40 % After 16 Months of German Border Controls
Germany Prolongs Land-Border Checks Until 15 March 2026, Extending ‘Temporary’ Schengen Controls
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Berlin’s New Year’s Eve Firework Debate Heats Up as Safety Concerns Mount
A spike in injuries and attacks on first responders has intensified calls to ban private fireworks in Berlin. Authorities have expanded firework-free zones and deployed 3,200 extra police for 31 December. Visitors and expatriates face fines for violations, potential insurance issues and public-transport disruptions, making advance safety guidance essential for corporate travellers.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport Hits 26 Million Passengers in 2025 and Unveils New Long-Haul Links for 2026
Berlin Brandenburg Airport processed about 26 million passengers in 2025 and will add new long-haul routes next year, including Air Canada’s Montréal link, Air Transat’s extra Toronto frequency and Condor’s daily Abu Dhabi flights. The expanded network improves transatlantic and Gulf access for corporate travellers and opens new cargo corridors, while Eurowings boosts intra-European connectivity from its growing BER base.