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Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the German-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: A first poll from the past week shows strong support for a Swiss initiative to limit the sale and use of loud fireworks before the 29 November vote. Also: Austria's Rax cable car celebrates its 100th anniversary, taking visitors from Hirschwang to the mountain plateau in eight minutes. Today’s German focus: ist = is. Vocabulary: die Fahrt (journey or ride), der Berg (mountain), das Tal (valley). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A diesel tanker leaves Russia for New York, carrying the first shipment since a new Trump-Putin agreement. Also: The United States sends a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as possible fighting with Iran could resume. Heute: Erste Diesel-Lieferung seit neuer Vereinbarung · Ein dritter US-Flugzeugträger fährt in den Nahen Osten. Today’s German focus: kein Angriff = no attack. Vocabulary: Die Lieferung (the delivery), Der Hafen (the port), Das Ziel (the destination). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Serious security flaws in PHP lead many website operators to make safety updates and temporarily shut down websites, while 32 UK government services become unavailable. Also: A global study says 96% of shallow-water coral reef systems are critically endangered, with reefs possibly disappearing completely by 2075 as seas get warmer. Heute: Schwere Sicherheitslücken bei PHP · Korallenriffe bis 2075 stark bedroht. Today’s German focus: machen = to make or do. Vocabulary: der Lebensraum (habitat), die Küste (coast), die Welle (wave). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Missiles hit Kyiv, injuring six people as Russia says it is ready in principle for peace talks. Also: A US judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion over misleading Facebook users about their personal data. Heute: Raketen treffen Kyjiw trotz neuer Friedensgespräche · Gericht ordnet hohe Zahlung von Meta an. Today’s German focus: will = wants to. Vocabulary: das Gericht (court), die Jury (jury), das Urteil (verdict). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-22 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Ukraine and the US discuss intelligence sharing and peace proposals in Oslo after deadly Russian drone attacks. Also: The EU puts Arctic security first in a new strategy as pressure from Russia grows, while also planning a maritime security hub and more icebreakers. Heute: Neue Gespräche über die Ukraine in Oslo · Die EU hat einen neuen Plan für die Arktis. Today’s German focus: fahren = to drive, travel, or go. Vocabulary: das Meer (the sea), das Schiff (the ship), der Eisbrecher (the icebreaker). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Russia's foreign minister visits Tehran as Iran offers a seven-day ceasefire and Israel says the war with Iran is not finished. Also: The US bans DeepSeek from many civilian government agencies, while defense agencies are excluded. Heute: Iran bietet eine kurze Waffenruhe an · Die USA verbieten DeepSeek in Behörden. Today’s German focus: gilt = is valid or applies. Vocabulary: die Behörde (government agency), das Ministerium (ministry), der Befehl (official order). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump pauses several sanctions on Russia for 60 days to keep peace talks with Ukraine going, while Ukraine criticizes the move. Also: A US poll shows Democrats leading Republicans 52% to 44% among likely House voters, while Trump's approval reaches a record low. Heute: Trump setzt Sanktionen gegen Russland aus · Demokraten liegen in Umfrage vorn. Today’s German focus: dauert = lasts. Vocabulary: die Umfrage (poll), der Wähler (voter), der Vorsprung (lead). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the German-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: In southern Germany, children keep the old autumn tradition of carving illuminated turnip ghosts alive. Also: In Vienna's Neubau district, dog owners are asked to carry water and rinse urine from trees to protect them. Today’s German focus: leuchten = to shine or glow. Vocabulary: die Rübe (turnip), das Gesicht (face), das Messer (knife). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Ukraine attacks a major oil refinery near Ryazan after Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities. Also: Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon reaches a record low before an election runoff that could decide whether the progress continues. Heute: Die Ukraine greift eine Ölraffinerie an · Weniger Abholzung im Amazonas. Today’s German focus: führte ... durch = carried out. Vocabulary: der Wald (forest), die Abholzung (deforestation), die Regierung (government). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The US government sues California over a list of about 20,000 alleged noncitizen voters and asks a court to block certain mail-in ballots. Also: Tech stocks fall sharply across global markets as higher US inflation raises fears of higher interest rates and worries about AI companies' debt. Heute: US-Regierung verklagt Kalifornien · Tech-Aktien fallen stark. Today’s German focus: brauchen = to need. Vocabulary: Der Kredit (loan), Die Schulden (debt), Die Kosten (costs). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The Houthi movement launches a ballistic missile attack on Riyadh and threatens more attacks on Saudi Arabia. Also: US prices rise 3.7% year over year in September, led by higher gasoline costs. Heute: Raketenangriff auf Riad · Preise in den USA steigen. Today’s German focus: stiegen = rose. Vocabulary: die Preise (prices), die Inflation (inflation), der Lohn (wage or pay). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-15 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The US warns Ukraine it could stop sharing intelligence unless Ukraine stops long-range drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. Also: More than 300 scientists from 32 countries call for stricter AI rules to prevent cyber risks. Heute: USA könnten wichtige Informationen stoppen · Wissenschaftler fordern strengere Regeln für KI. Today’s German focus: nicht mit dem Internet verbunden sein = to not be connected to the internet. Vocabulary: die Gefahr (danger), der Bereich (area), die Kontrolle (control). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-14 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted three missiles, while Riyadh's King Khalid airport stays closed after deadly attacks. Also: The EU will limit imports of electric and plug-in hybrid cars from China to 350,000 a year. Heute: Riad: Drei Raketen abgefangen · EU begrenzt Autos aus China. Today’s German focus: kauft = buys. Vocabulary: die Obergrenze (upper limit), der Zoll (customs), die Ware (goods). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-13 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Russia strikes power plants in Ukraine after Trump announces an energy ceasefire. Also: About 18,000 finance officials meet in Bangkok as war, high energy prices, and high interest rates threaten the global economy. Heute: Angriffe auf Kraftwerke in der Ukraine · Ein großes Treffen zur Weltwirtschaft. Today’s German focus: wollen = to want. Vocabulary: Kraftwerk (power plant), Feuer (fire), Nachricht (message or news). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the German-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: Winterthur is testing whether leaving autumn leaves in a park can improve the soil and help nature. Also: Germany's transport minister says changes could make a driving licence several hundred euros cheaper, possibly by up to 1,000 euros. Today’s German focus: liegt = lies. Vocabulary: Das Laub (the leaves), Der Boden (the soil), Die Nährstoffe (the nutrients). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.