Following the ” diesel gate ” shock, Volkswagen continues to gain ground on the US car market. Overall, however, the signs are on a downturn. Herndon / Detroit (dpa) – After the slump in the wake of the exhaust scandal Volkswagen has increased its US sales in 2018 for the second year in a row. Thanks to sought-after SUV models, […]
Airbus orders fixed: 120 new machines of type A220
The aircraft manufacturer Airbus has just before the turn of the year brought two major orders for its smallest jet A220-300 in the roof. Toulouse (dpa) – The US airline JetBlue and the new US airline Moxy were making orders for every 60 machines of the type, as the manufacturer announced on Thursday in Toulouse . According to the price list, the orders together have a […]
Unemployment increased to 2.210 million in December
Many weather-dependent industries dismiss employees during the winter. In 2018, the number of unemployed persons increased again in December. For the year as a whole, however, the Federal Agency reports a positive record. Nuremberg (dpa) – The number of unemployed in Germany in December has fallen to the lowest monthly value since 1991. Thus, in the last month […]
Mobile Internet: Scouring demands more speed from municipalities
There are still many white spots in Germany with the mobile Internet. That should change. The Minister of Transport sees the cities and towns as their duty. The industry, on the other hand, warns the coalition against unrealistic demands. Berlin (AP) – Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer has called on the municipalities to more speed in building the infrastructure for the fast mobile Internet. […]
Economy wants to make carbon leakage conditional
It is one of the first major decisions of the year: By the beginning of February at the latest, a commission intends to present a concept for cutting coal . The economy is picking pegs . Berlin (dpa) – top associations of the German economy want to tie the planned coal exit conditions and warn of further rising electricity prices . “We need revision clauses […]
Household costs: So expensive is your everyday life
Every day we consume energy and water . But what does it cost to wash your clothes, take a shower for five minutes, or run the TV or computer for an hour? We have recalculated ten typical household costs for you. What are household costs? Household costs are the costs that a household has to spend to cover everyday life. These include fixed costs such […]
The Video Game Highlights 2019: That’s All!
The year 2019 brings gamers back many potential cracker. And already in January it starts very strong! Here is an overview. What was a great year in 2018: For months, players were busy with AAA blockbusters and indie gems like “God of War”, “Red Dead Redemption 2”, “Celeste” or “Into the Breach”. But […]
Electric car Polestar 2 (2019)
Volvo’s sub-brand for electric cars aims to launch a purely electric mid-range model by the end of 2019. At reasonable prices and in significant quantities. Now Polestar has published a first picture and more data. The Polestar 2 will be the first of a total of five Volvo and Polestar electric vehicles to be launched between 2019 and 2021, […]
Geely Coupe SUV (2019)
The Chinese car giant Geely shows first teaser photos of a new middle-class crossover. The FY11 is based on the CMA platform, looks pleasing and also comes as a plug-in hybrid. First patent images reveal even more details. Geely continues to diversify its product range. Now grants the parent company of Volvo and Lotus a first look at a future SUV coupe, which carries […]
Kia at the CES 2019
Kia will present a technology at CES 2019 that will enable automatic, emotion-oriented control of the interior design of the vehicle . Kia will show pioneering vehicle interiors at the Consumer Electronics Show ( CESJanuary 8-12, 2019 in Las Vegas ) . The so-called interactive concept “Space of Emotive Driving” is intended for the time when autonomous driving is part of everyday life. According to the Kia developers, it’s time […]
Asia-Pacific boss leaves BMW
Hildegard Wortmann , currently Asia-Pacific boss of BMW , probably changes mid-2019 to a direct competitor. Thus, the Bavarian automaker loses another senior executive. The message of the departure of Wortmann was apparently pushed through contrary to internal agreements to the media. Among other things, the online edition of the daily newspaper “Die Welt” reports on the […]
Telecommunications BR sees with Roaming obligation many jobs in danger
Who does not know that: On the drive in the car suddenly the net is gone – and the phone call interrupted. So politicians demand that in some places then use a different network for free. But against the so-called local roaming there are sharp resistance. Bonn (dpa) – Local roaming duties in Germany would endanger thousands jobs in the opinion of […]
Slip into the New Year with these apps
At the turn of the year , another lavish party is planned? These five apps help to kick-start a successful party evening and get home safely. New Year’s Eve Party is announced again! So that the New Year does not go down, there are numerous apps that help plan the perfect evening. It starts with the physical […]
Trend researcher Horx: Artificial intelligence is overrated
Futurologist Horx has discovered trends in the digital world, in how society deals with eco-questions and in politics . In his estimation, they will employ people in the new year and beyond. Frankfurt / Main (dpa) – The trend and futurologist Matthias Horx considers the topicartificial intelligence to be rather overrated. It has become “a kind of fetish – […]
Michael Schumacher: Official statement of his family
On January 3rd, Michael Schumacher celebrates his 50th birthday. In the first place, his family spoke up with a long statement on Facebook and thanked the fans. On 3 January, former Formula 1 star Michael Schumacher (49) celebrates his 50th birthday. Since a skiing accident in December 2013, he lives in seclusion from the public. Now his wife Corinna Schumacher (49) and his […]
Adventurous study for the Tokyo Auto Salon 2019
You forgot to shovel snow again and urgently need to get out of the driveway? As has Nissan exactly the right car for you – a Juke with chain drive. Who does not know them, the proverbial tip of the iceberg? And who would have thought that just a crossover model should be the car with which you could […]
The ten funniest resolutions for 2019
Many of us regularly make New Year resolutions on New Year’s Eve. But it usually hangs with the perseverance. Better, you take care of something, which you can keep guaranteed. Here are the best funny resolutions for the new year. The ten funniest intentions in the overview: … to make no good intentions for the […]
Happy New Year! 2019 is here
And hey , again a year is over! In Germany too , New Year’s Eve is celebrated a lot. Before, millions of people in other countries had already welcomed 2019. Berlin (dpa) – Germany welcomes the year 2019. With fireworks throughout the country, people celebrated the turn of the year. In Berlin , hundreds of thousands came to the party at the Brandenburg Gate , where from midnight […]
Well dressed in the year 2019: The perfect New Year’s Eve outfit
The little black dress or rather a red cocktail dress? Which clothing fits best on New Year’s Eve and how to survive the turn of the year in style, has revealed style expert Caroline Fischer in an interview. “And what are you doing on New Year’s Eve?” – a question that dominates every small talk at the end of the […]
New job: Justin Bieber now sells slippers
Months ago, he has announced that he fashion will design, now has Justin Bieber apparently his first bestseller landed: created by him slippers are sold out. Justin Bieber (24, “Purpose”) seems to spend his time not only with his wife Hailey (22), but also with designing clothes. The singer had already in February the names “The House of Drew”, “La […]
A train regularly travels through this market
Asia is exciting, extraordinary and – one would hardly believe it – very close. Anyone who has ever beento a marketin China , Vietnam or Thailand knows that. In the vicinity of Bangkok , the merchants of the “Mae Klong” must regularly bring their goods to safety, otherwise it will be flattened. Tarpaulins are moved in, baskets of fruit and […]
Trump surprisingly visits soldiers in Iraq
For days, US President Trump has had problems on many fronts. Among other things, a “shutdown” paralyzes parts of the US government. In between, he disappears to a surprising military visit to Iraq . But the trouble at home quickly brings him back. Washington (AP) – After a surprise brief visit to US soldiers in Iraq , US President Donald […]
These are our favorite 2018 SUVs
At the end of the year, we can also be quite subjective again. Here are the respective SUV Top 3 of our colleagues from auto motor und sport.Picture show: The favorite SUV 2018 >> Patrick Lang: Jimny, i-pace and Borgward BX7 In first place is clearly the little Suzuki Jimny. With a new look and old talents, the off-road […]
Mercedes G 350d (2018) driving report
This is what a new Mercedes G has to look like: just like a Mercedes G. To differentiate externally on the second view from the predecessor, completely modernized inside and the handling is no longer similar to that of an over-powered truck thanks to wider track and independent suspension in front. […]
Subsidiary billions for fast internet are hardly used
The state funding for a fast Internet will be a media report, according to a little used so far. So far, only a small fraction of the billion-dollar subsidy program for broadband expansion has flown off, according to the Süddeutsche Zeitung . Berlin (dpa) – Of the already approved for the expansion 3.8 billion euros so far only about 100 […]
Industry: Changing Image for More Women in AI
The proportion of women in technical occupations is low. Since the making Artificial Intelligence is no exception. But the industry wants to change that – and get a prejudice out of their heads. Berlin (dpa) – In order to inspire more women for Artificial Intelligence , the industry believes that an image change is necessary. So far, only a few women […]
Japan prohibits drones over Olympic venues
The Japanese government has banned drone flights over the venues of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo . Tokyo (SID) – The government announced after a meeting of relevant ministries. The ban zone will also apply to nearby major airports as well as Japanese forces and US military bases. Accordingly, the police would be authorized to confiscate drones without a permit at any time. Among other […]
WhatsApp: This is new in 2019
WhatsApp: This is new in 2019 New functions come with the new year. We will introduce you to what will change in WhatsApp from 2019 onwards. The smartphone is often overloaded by countless applications. But one can be found almost on every device: WhatsApp ! The instant messaging service is one of the largest social networks in […]
10 + New Year’s Resolution Cartoons Which is Hilariously Spot On
many peoples try to make the same New Year’s resolutions year after year All over arround the world—don’t deny it—and these cartoons prove exactly why. Resolution #1: Give less advice Resolution #2: Double check all emails Resolution #3: Learn how to fix things around the house Resolution #4: Do your […]
Kendall Jenner is the best-selling Model 2018
Of course, once again a member of the Kardashian-Jenner clan is at the top of a ” Forbes ” list: Kendall Jenner is the best-earning model in the current year 2018. With proper distance … Kendall Jenner (23) has outlived her colleagues financially: According to a now published list of the US magazine “Forbes” she is the best-selling model in 2018. […]
Angelique Kerber is the “athlete of the year”
The ” Athletes of the Year 2018″ have been announced: Angelique Kerber , Patrick Lange and the national ice hockey team have been honored. Wimbledon winner Angelique Kerber (30) has been voted “Athlete of the Year”. For the second time since 2016, the tennis player was delighted to receive the award. At the awards gala in Baden-Baden was Kerber the award from tennis legend Boris […]
Amal Clooney: All in red at the Nobel Peace Prize
Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney also sat in the audience at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo . The 40-year-old shone in a red designer dress. The Nobel Peace Prize ceremony on Monday evening in Oslo was not lost on Amal Clooney (40). Even without her husband, Hollywood star George Clooney (57), the renowned human rights lawyer attracted a lot of attention. The 40-year-old shone […]
The three best recipes for low carb cookies
Cookies nibble without guilty conscience ? Thisis possiblewith these three delicious low carb recipes for vanilla kipper , coconut macaroons and cinnamon stars. What would be the pre-Christmas time without home- baked cookies ? All those who pay particular attention to their diet plan are now seduced by sinful treats from all sides. So that you can feast without a guilty conscience , here […]
The most beautiful of all: The new Miss World comes from Mexico
The most beautiful woman in the world is now called Vanessa Ponce de Leon and comes from Mexico. Vanessa Ponce de Leon is the most beautiful woman in the world. The Mexicanwoman was namedthe new Miss World 2018 inSanya, China. “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the most beautiful in the world?” The answer […]
The best apps for the festival and the pre-Christmas period
Do not forget gifts! For all organizational matters, note apps like “Evernote” ( iOS / Android ) help . Whether it’s the grocery shopping list, notes about gifts for family and friends, or travel planning for the Christmas holiday. There are even appropriate note templates that make it even easier. If you really only want to keep […]
North Sentinel Island: One of the most dangerous islands in the world
The story of the American John Chau went around the world: The 27-year-old wanted to proselytise the natives of an island east of India to the Christian faith – and died in a cruel manner. What is it about North Sentinel Island and its inhabitants, the sentilese? There are hardly any human-inhabited places as cut off from […]
This betrays the seating position over the personality
Without speaking a single word, we often reveal more about ourselves than we think. Psychologists claim that the sitting position of a person can provide information about his personality. We’ll tell you what seating habits reveal about people. That a glance can say more than a thousand words is commonly […]
Ex-box champ Stevenson in “critical but stable condition”
Adonis Stevenson isin a “critical but stable state”after the knockout in the title fight against Ukrainian Alexander Gwosdyk. Québec (SID) – Detonated Canadian professional boxing champion Adonis Stevenson isin a “critical but stable state”following the knockout inSaturday’s title fight in Quebec against Ukrainian Alexander Gwosdyk. This was stated by the […]
UN Secretary-General: Earth Heating “Question of Life and Death”
With the Paris Climate Agreement of 2015, the world community wanted to fight against global warming , but the measures are far from sufficient. Necessary would be radical measures. Can the UN Climate Change Conference in Katowice meet expectations? Katowice (dpa) – At the official launch of the World Climate […]
Apple Music comes in the US on Amazon’s echo speakers
Apple’s music streaming service will be available in mid-December on networked echo speakers of the competitor Amazon – but initially only in the US . Other countries will follow in the coming year, as Amazon announced . Seattle (AP) – In addition, to which countries it concerns thereby, were specified […]
Mercedes B-Class (2019)
After seven years, there is now a new Mercedes B-Class. The compact van has become visually fresher. Inside there is space and a lot of new technology such as an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Inside more space seat fitting New landing gears New top diesel New gearbox Prices Conclusion Compared to […]
This care needs hands in the cold season
Rough spots, redness , itching : dry skin annoys. In the cold season especially the hands suffer from the weather conditions . With these tips, they stay beautiful! Cold can completely put the skin. Normally, it produces sebum to prevent water loss and not dehydrate it. However, from around eight […]