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Cranbrook Institute of Science Hosts ‘Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine’
The Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills will present “Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine,” the first traveling museum exhibition developed by The Relayer Group, a New York-based consulting and development firm specializing in AI.
Zach Leonsis named president, vice chair of Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Zach Leonsis, son of Monumental Sports & Entertainment founder and CEO Ted Leonsis, has been named president and vice chairman of MSE.
Pro sports leagues, players’ unions ask regulators to ban bettors who harass athletes
The NFL, MLB, MLS, NBA, NHL and their players’ unions sent a letter to state gaming regulators on Tuesday, asking them to introduce regulations banning bettors who harass athletes and staff, in response to the “escalating threat” of harassment and violent threats from gamblers. “Too often, individuals who lose sports bets direct threatening and harassing messages toward players, coaches, and their families via social media and in-person interactions,” the groups wrote in the letter. Athletes across sports have increasingly spoken out about harassment and threats received by bettors...
‘The system failed us’: Families say lack of SAPD mental health response left loved ones in crisis
DEAG Deutsche Entertainment AG (HAM:LOU) Bondholders Approve Change-of-Control Amendment
DEAG said bondholders approved amending terms of its 2025/2029 bond tied to a Change of Control. DEAG will pay a one-off 0.10% of nominal per bond and says the approval enables the planned cash capital increase by Apeiron Investment Group Ltd.Material DetailsContext by AI AnalystThis is a mid-cycle…
Entertainment Industry Unites Behind U.S. Film Production Incentive
Entertainment industry groups launched the U.S. Film & TV Production Coalition to back a federal film production incentive. A new study predicts a big boost in jobs.
Nationwide Home Health Care Provider Announces Major Data Breach
Data breaches have been reported by the Louisiana-based home health service provider LHC Group, Provident Behavioral Health in Missouri, Elixir Medical Data breaches have been reported by the Louisiana-based home health service provider LHC Group, Provident Behavioral Health in Missouri, Elixir Medical Corporation in California, and Central Arkansas Pediatrics.
Hain Celestial to sell international business
Sale reduces debt and sharpens North American focus, company says.
Business Beat : Siberian Solstice bringing rocking Christmas show back to The Historic Tibbits Opera House
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - The acclaimed holiday touring group Siberian Solstice will return to Coldwater's histor...
Business group abandons Lombardo in favor of Ford
The Retail Association of Nevada, which represents stores and restaurants in Nevada, is endorsing Democrat Attorney General Aaron Ford for governor, a turnaround from the 2022 election when it endorsed now-Gov. Joe Lombardo, a Republican. “This is the first time in recent history that RAN has endorsed a Democratic candidate for governor,” the association said […]
CE4Less, AATBS Partner With NextLine Health to Support Veterans and First Responders
/PRNewswire/ -- CE4Less and AATBS, behavioral health education brands of Level Education Group, have partnered with NextLine Health to provide continuing...
New study warns nighttime light exposure may hurt heart health
Hackensack Meridian Medical Group's Dr. Craig Basman warns that too much light during nighttime sleep may damage the heart. He discusses the risks linked to nighttime light exposure and shares tips for better sleep.
De Beers Group Science & Technology Showcases SynthDetect 2: The World’s Most Versatile Automated Diamond Screening Instrument
SynthDetect™ 2 builds on the leading-edge technical capabilities of its forerunners, adding greater automation, more effective reporting and faster throughput
Can Business Leaders and Mamdani Find Common Ground?
A new group organized by business executives agrees with the mayor about expanding child care access. They may not agree on how to fund it.
Markel International bolsters leadership in new Marine Transportation business with two key appointments
/PRNewswire/ -- Markel Insurance, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), today announced the appointment of Dean Johnson to Head of...
Novo Nordisk (CPSE:NOVO B) Rebrands As Novo In Consumer Health Push
Novo Nordisk (CPSE:NOVO B) has rebranded to "Novo" as part of a shift toward a more consumer-focused healthcare identity. The group is introducing a new corporate culture intended to support its obesity and diabetes franchises in increasingly crowded markets. Management positions the rebrand as a move beyond traditional pharmaceuticals, with a broader focus on consumer-facing health solutions. The shift to the Novo identity reworks how the business presents itself to obesity drug users and...
Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
The technology industry is urgently warning about the potential harm of artificial intelligence, but political inaction in Washington poses a challenge.
Taylor Swift skips the Emmys for Arrowhead, cheering on hubby Travis Kelce alongside Tom Cruise
Pop superstar Taylor Swift was back at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night.
Supreme Court blocks sweeping mail ballot restrictions for midterm elections
The Trump administration had said the plan was necessary to protect against voter fraud, while states and voting rights groups said it could inject chaos in contests that will determine control of Congress.
Emmy Awards highlights: Mariska Hargitay sings and an actor dressed as, yes, an Emmy
The Emmy Awards are underway, with “The Pitt” and “Widow’s Bay” generating buzz for top prizes.
Glorious youngsters reach Carioca Under-20 final with perfect record
Botafogo is in the Carioca U-20 final. Having qualified with one round to spare, the Alvinegro played its last group-stage match this Saturday (12) and secured a perfect record after beating Fluminens...
Blue Turf Thinkers: College of Engineering builds Idaho's energy workforce
At each Boise State home football game, the “Blue Turf Thinkers” series honors outstanding groups...
Empowering Youth Sports Culture helps kid's mental health
The Move Your Body, Calm Your Mind Campaign provides guidance and resources on physical activity and mental well-being for Californians of all ages. The goal is to increase awareness among all age groups about the benefits of movement, sport, nutrition, and overall physical and mental wellness. Now there's a sharper focus not just on the athletes but on the coaches, in making sure kids stay in the game. We spoke with Olympic Gold Medal figure skater, Fremont's own Kristi Yamaguchi to Mornings on 2, to talk about this.
'Diary of a CEO' star Steven Bartlett, Authentic invest in creators
Star podcaster Steven Bartlett is joining with Authentic Brands Group to grow creator businesses through a venture called OBSN.
Polsky 10: UtilityInnovation Group acquired for projected $2.6B | Aura Life Science joins ISS accelerator | OrisDX launches first diagnostic product - Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The Polsky 10 is a bi-weekly newsletter featuring 10 things to know from the University of Chicago’s Polsky Center.
Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Madonna and defined '70s glamour, dies at 87
Fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at 87.
C9 Entertainment’s NAZE Makes Their Official Japanese Debut with Digital Single, I LIKE IT
C9 Entertainment’s recently debuted boy group, NAZE, has released their first Japanese digital single, I LIKE IT. The release follows their TBS Drama Dream
New Penguins owners hire Astros’ Braithwaite as President of Business Operations
Braithwaite, who will report directly to Penguins Governor & Chair Geoff Hoffmann, said his remit from the Hoffmann Family of Companies includes making improvements to PPG Paints Arena and building relationships to facilitate the development.
Preferred Behavioral Health Group Names Stacey Shultz as Chief Financial Officer
Experienced nonprofit finance executive brings decades of financial leadership to growing behavioral health organization LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG), a leading provider of behavioral health services throughout New Jersey, today announced the appointment of Stacey G. Shultz, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer. Shultz brings decades of financial management and leadership experience to PBHG, with[...]
Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power
Issue affects small group of people but is one of GOP’s most common talking points.
Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power
Issue affects small group of people but is one of GOP’s most common talking points.
Record donation to NJ hospital — $125M — honors this Jersey Shore leader
An anonymous donor ensured the late John Lloyd, visionary leader of Jersey Shore University Medical Center, was honored with a record $125M donation.
PDO Chios Mastiha: Ancient Greek Tradition Meets Modern Science
From a legendary ingredient collected since ancient times to a versatile addition to the modern kitchen, PDO Chios Mastiha is bringing a distinctive taste of Greece to Canadian consumers. Produced exclusively in Mastichohora, in the southern part of Chios island, Mastiha owes its unique character to the region's particular soil and climate conditions, while its complex natural composition continues to attract scientific interest. Featured through the "Premium European Products: Better Knowledge,
Blackburn need level-raiser Carter to stay fit
BBC Radio Lancashire's Andy Bayes reflects on Hayden Carter's performance in the 3-1 win over Millwall and the presence of ownership group member Balaji Rao in the stands at Ewood Park.
'City seemed to enjoy the challenge'
Sunday's result was a statement win for Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca, who got his tactics spot on, but his team's performance will have showed him exactly what they are about. City are used to always having most of the ball but they were fine without it against Manchester United. That is down to leadership and communication - not just from the manager, but from the players on the field. Maresca deserves plenty of credit for his decisions too, but he must be thinking he is a lucky man for having the group of players he does, because their intelligence and resilience was key.
Health groups host fall prevention fair for older adults in Wausau
Local health organizations are hosting an event Tuesday to connect older adults with free health screenings and prevention resources as Wisconsin marks Falls Prevention Awareness Month.
How Democrats and activist groups are planning to push back if Trump tries to interfere in midterm elections
The anxious contingency planning as voting gets underway has become a marker for how fraught democracy has become in the country that once stood as an example to the world.
Traverse Group Launches ToyVerse, Dynamic New Venture in the Global Toy Business
Traverse Group, a privately owned retail group generating over $1 billion annually in GMV, has officially announced its expansion into the global toy market with the launch of its new venture, ToyVerse.
Arizona independents expected to have influential sway in the November midterms
More than 900 thousand voters registered in Maricopa County have no party affiliation, a larger group than either Democrats or Republicans.
Titans, Browns have work to do even as business looks up
The NFL's first full day of action provided the usual excitement, especially in a high-scoring duel in Charlotte.
No changes at Real Madrid: squad for Elche 📋
Real Madrid already has its squad mapped out for tomorrow’s match against Elche at 9:30 p.m. The coaching staff led by José Mourinho has chosen to stick completely with the group that recently face...
Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power
An increasing number of Democratic leaders have begun to push back against their party’s unflinching support for the transgender community this midterm season.
Freya Industries raises SEK 6M to expand drone detection business
Swedish drone detection company Freya Industries has closed a SEK 6 million (approx. EUR 500k) round that will fund orders and expansion through Europe. Foundry ventures, Longswan Ventures, Propel Capital, Saminvest AB (via Annexstruktur), Schyssta Änglar, Sting and a small group of private investors contributed to the round. Freya’s sensors are designed to detect drones
Emily St. John Mandel's new novel 'Exit Party' builds on favorite themes in her 'Mandelverse'
Emily St. John Mandel has written enough novels to form a world unto herself — the Mandelverse.
Longtime Bay Port High School friends work together to grow AG Drives
Years after their Bay Port High days, a group of friends are working toward building a manufacturing business in Green Bay.
Former NBA Africa and Basketball Africa League Executive Aïcha Diop Joins African Collaborations Group (ACG) Advisory Board to Advance Sport and Entertainment Districts Across Africa
African Collaborations Group (ACG) (www.ACGafrica.com), the leading strategic project origination and collaboration platform focused on the industrialisation of sport in Africa through the origination of bankable sport and entertainment district …
Cancer advocates join physician groups to defend Florida vaccine mandates
Monday is the deadline to comment on the health department's plan to strike four longstanding immunization requirements that the advocates say are safe and lifesaving.
A new 'Board Game Therapy' group is making the mental health benefits of gaming more accessible
If you’ve ever caused a rift in your family over a game of Monopoly, you might find it interesting that board games found their way into mental health care.
Crypto’s political clout meets resistance on the left
A group of Senate Democrats is considering voting for an industry-friendly crypto bill. The left could make that painful.
DFB announces 2025/26 Fritz Walter Medal winners
The DFB has announced the Fritz Walter Medal winners for the 2025/26 season, with 12 young players recognised across the 2007 and 2009 age groups.According to the German Football Association, Bayer Le...
6,089 Shares in Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. $LYV Acquired by WINTON GROUP Ltd
WINTON GROUP Ltd purchased a new position in shares of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:LYV - Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 6,089 shares of the company's stock, value
IPO for humanoid robot maker Boston Dynamics unlikely in 2027, executive says
Boston Dynamics, Hyundai Motor Group's humanoid robot unit, is unlikely to pursue an initial public offering next year, a senior executive at the parent company with direct knowledge of the matter said, as it has yet to deploy its flagship Atlas robots at scale and remains unprofitable.
Should race affect BMI guidelines? Doctors are split
BMI is a quick, cheap way for doctors to estimate body fat and screen for conditions like heart disease and diabetes. But medicine has long known that BMI is problematic and unnuanced. By using it, groups of people have fallen through the cracks and conditions have been caught late. So, some doctors want to add nuance – to consider race when using BMI. But using race in medicine comes with its own problems. So what’s the way forward? To find out, we talk to Katie Wu, a science writer at The Atlantic.Read more of Katie’s reporting on BMI and race.Interested in more science health stories? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
Phil Washington’s prescient perspectives on public transit
Phil Washington departed Denver 11 years ago, leaving his job as the Regional Transportation District’s general manager for the previous six years and another decade before that as its chief financial officer. I happened to be at the RTD offices when Washington’s departure was announced. There were small groups of employees huddled in the hallways, […]
Second federal judge freezes Trump mail ballot order with US Supreme Court poised to weigh in
A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has issued a new order freezing President Donald Trump's attempt to limit mail voting for the midterm elections.
MEX Exchange, Part of MultiBank Group, Expands Executive Team as International Growth Accelerates
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 14, 2026--
Focus on agentic commerce as customer data science firm dunnhumby wraps Retail Innovation Forum USA
dunnhumby held its annual Retail Innovation Forum in Bentonville, Arkansas, USA last week, bringing together retailers, brands, technology leaders, scale-ups, startups and investors. In a LinkedIn post, Dave Clements, Chief Strategy Officer at dunnhumby, said: "In many ways an eclectic group to
Trump agreed to new ethics rules to get a crypto bill across the line. But that might not be enough
To help get a sweeping cryptocurrency bill across the line, President Donald Trump has agreed to new ethics provisions.
Trump agreed to new ethics rules to get a crypto bill across the line. But that might not be enough
To help get a sweeping cryptocurrency bill across the line, President Donald Trump has agreed to new ethics provisions.
Trump agreed to new ethics rules to get a crypto bill across the line. But that might not be enough
To help get a sweeping cryptocurrency bill across the line, President Donald Trump has agreed to new ethics provisions.
Select committee calls for bill to address AI threat to human rights
A cross-party group of MPs and peers identifies human rights risks that existing laws appear not to cover.
'99 Quna Festival' Wraps Up as Qunabox's Physical AI Entertainment Debut Draws Crowds, Giving Its Second Growth Curve Early Market Validation
/PRNewswire/ -- Qunabox Group's "99 Quna Festival" drew to a close on the evening of Sept. 13, when the last AI interactive terminal in Shanghai shut down its...
Riize to release 2nd studio album next spring
K-pop boy group Riize will release its second full-length album in spring 2027, preceded by a prologue single next month, SM Entertainment, the gro...
Michael Dell's DFO Management nears take-private deal for Baldwin Insurance Group, FT reports
Dell CEO Michael Dell's DFO Management is nearing a take-private deal for insurance brokerage firm The Baldwin Insurance Group , the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
T.J. Watt joins rare group in NFL History
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt had a banner day in the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons. Watt recorded a pick-six, two sacks and two tackles for losses.
Zac Brown Band coming to East Tennessee next month
KNOXVILLE — Award-winning, multi-platinum group Zac Brown Band brings the Love & Fear U.S. tour presented by Margaritaville at Sea to Food City Center in Knoxville, on Thursday, Oct. 8
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Congress would have to approve President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 to each American adult if the Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the November election.
'Practical Magic 2' conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.
'Practical Magic 2' conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.
'Practical Magic 2' conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.
'Practical Magic 2' conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million
“Practical Magic 2” conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.
Business People: Former Minnesota Solicitor General Liz Kramer joins Dorsey
LAW Dorsey & Whitney, Minneapolis, announced that Liz Kramer has joined the firm as partner in the Commercial Litigation group in Minneapolis. Before joining Dorsey, Kramer served as Minnesota Solicitor General for two terms, leading…
House Democrats urge Speaker Johnson to cancel recess to pass AI safeguards, citing ‘catastrophic’ risk
(CNN) — A group of House Democratic lawmakers is pressuring Speaker Mike Johnson to reconvene the chamber immediately and cancel an upcoming break to address what they describe as the
Lafayette-based choir group begins its 48th season with music, history and community
The organization relies on fundraising, sponsors and ticket sales to help cover operating costs. Here's what to know about this season.
New report examines links between climate, pollution and brain health
A report by the Neuro Climate Working Group reveals that extreme heat and air pollution significantly increase the risks of dementia and mental health issues.
Celine Dion completes her first full concert in 6 years after overcoming rare illness
Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years.
Celine Dion completes her first full concert in 6 years after overcoming rare illness
Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years.
Celine Dion completes her first full concert in 6 years after overcoming rare illness
Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years.
Albert Breer believes Broncos have NFL’s deepest roster
"This is a sturdy group that Sean Payton and George Paton have put together," Albert Breer said of the Broncos' roster.
Report: Macomb mental health-substance abuse efforts rise with need
“We use full geo-location technology. If you’re physically in Macomb County and dial 988, or our 586-307-9100 phone number, you’re getting the same group of people, which is local individuals.” — Macomb County Community M…
Is The Health Insurer Rebound Complete? Some Seem To Think So
An increasing number of industry analysts say costs are under control for the likes of CVS Health, Centene, Cigna, Elevance Health, Humana, UnitedHealth Group and others.
The secret ballot has been an article of faith in US elections. That's being tested in Georgia
There's a flaw in Georgia’s voting equipment that can allow voters to be matched to their ballots after they’ve been cast.
Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future
Political strategist Khalil Thompson is on a mission to understand why some Black men leaned Republican in recent elections.
Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future
Political strategist Khalil Thompson is on a mission to understand why some Black men leaned Republican in recent elections.
Virgin Group CEO scrolls TikTok daily to keep up with Gen Z: ‘The zeitgeist is not with people in their 50s’
Josh Bayliss, CEO of Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, actively uses TikTok—with the goal of staying ahead of Gen Z trends that could shape his businesses.
Glenfarne Group Promotes Oliver Wood to Global Head of Projects
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 13, 2026--
Bone Health Without the Hype
I am at the Australasian Menopause Society meeting and we had a fantastic lecture on Bone Health on Day 2, called, “Everything you need to know about bones - except the boring bits!” Spoiler alert, there were no boring bits. The lecture was given by Dr. Amanda Beech, who is a senior staff specialist in Obstetric Medicine and Endocrinology at the Royal Hospital for Women, where she is director of the Bone Density Unit. I want to summarize my top 10 take-aways for you. Share Osteoporosis is a disease of low bone mass, disruption of bone microarchitecture, and fragility of the skeleton. It is a silent disease…until someone develops a fracture. The diagnosis of osteoporosis is based on either fragility/minimal trauma fractures or a T-score of less than -2.5 on a DXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) or bone scan. It is important to recognize that about 50% of minimal trauma fractures occur when women have low bone mass (often referred to as osteopenia), but not osteoporosis. This tells us that bone strength is more complicated than a number on a DXA report. I am going to add a little here that wasn’t in the talk (one can only include so much in 25 minutes), as many women might read the above paragraph and think, “Shouldn’t we be treating everyone with low bone mass if this is when 50% of the fractures occur?” Many fractures happen for women with low bone mass because there are so many women with low bone mass –it is a statement about the population on a whole, not about the fracture risk of low bone mass. For you as an individual, bone density is only one component of fracture risk and many women with lower bone mass will not have a significantly elevated fracture risk. This is why individualized risk assessment matters. Subscribe We build bone in our teens and twenties, and by the time we are about thirty we have reached peak bone mass. This is why, when we discuss risk factors for osteoporosis, it is important to consider factors that might have affected us in our teens and twenties when we were actively building bone, such as nutritional restriction/energy imbalance. It is important to ask women about a history of eating disorders, and for those with such a history, getting a bone scan in perimenopause or at age 50 is likely warranted. (This image below isn’t from the talk, but is similar to one that was). Bone mass is relatively stable until about two years before the final menstrual period, and perimenopause marks a time of rapid bone loss for women. Using urinary markers of bone loss we know that the time of significantly accelerated bone loss starts about 1 year before the final period and ends about 2 years after the final period. The Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation (SWAN) shows that over the menopause transition women lose an average of 10.6% of the bone at their lumbar spine and 9.1% at the femoral neck While this wasn’t covered in the lecture, I want to add that the rapid bone loss during perimenopause is clearly related to more than estradiol, because during this time estradiol levels can be erratic and not uniformly low. Bone loss during perimenopause is likely a multi-hormone event. For example, rising FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) tracks with bone loss better than estradiol, and there is evidence that FSH may act directly on bone. While decreased estrogen matters, there is clearly more going on. FSH and bone is an active area of research. Subscribe Screening for osteoporosis was recommended fairly broadly before age 65, and was taken from the “Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause,” from Monash University. Here is a screenshot from the toolkit that was used as a slide: I am going to add a little bit more about body weight here for clarification. Low body mass (typically 152.1 lb): 0 points (risk neutral) 60–69 kg (132.3–152.1 lb): 3 points (adds some risk)
Deputies respond to trespasser reported at ex-Vice President Kamala Harris’ Malibu home
A trespasser was reported at former Vice President Kamala Harris' Malibu, California, home.
Influencers with 46M followers urge Home Depot, Lowe's to drop Flock
A group of influencers with a combined following of 46M followers are demanding Lowe's and Home Depot drop their Flock Safety contracts.
Immigration reporting measure fuels debate over Colorado’s role with ICE
A coalition of advocacy groups and several district attorneys rallied outside the Colorado Capitol on Thursday to oppose a ballot measure that, if approved by voters in November, would require state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Backed by Advance Colorado, Proposition 81 would require local law enforcement agencies to notify […]
Republican Groups Rush to Paxton’s Aid in Texas After Staying on Sidelines
An organization allied with Senate G.O.P. leaders has booked more than $51 million in ads. Now, Ken Paxton has a financial edge after months of being outspent by his Democratic rival.
Germany’s Political Tailspin: Your Weekly SPIEGEL Recap
It might be tempting to dismiss the results of last Sunday’s state election in Saxony-Anhalt, in which the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party raked in 43.8 percent of the vote, as a rather unimportant extremist blip in a state that hardly anyone can find on the map. And you wouldn’t necessarily be wrong to do so. The state’s population – around 2.1 million – is a mere 2.5 percent of the German total. And while the state capital of Magdeburg was once the political heart of the Holy Roman Empire back when Otto the Great used to hang out there (more than a millenium … no … milennium … nope … millennium ago), it is today something of a backwater, albeit one with a ginormous cathedral in its center. We wanted to briefly interrupt this week’s newsletter to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our subscribers, both new and old. And to remind you all that a free subscription gets you access to this newsletter every Saturday. A paid subscription, by contrast, gets you one DER SPIEGEL article every weekday, delivered to your inbox. We strive to select pieces that both demonstrate what Europe’s leading newsmagazine has to offer and provide an international audience – namely, you – with an insight into how Germany and Europe view the world. If you haven’t already signed up for a paid subscription, please consider doing so if you can. Our Substack channel relies entirely on reader support and we are excited to continue offering you the best of DER SPIEGEL. Subscribe But even beyond the fact that a huge percentage of the voters in the state decided to place an X next to a party with an ideological lineage that runs rather directly back to the right-wing extremist soup out of which the Nazi Party was born, the results are a perfect example of a phenomenon that has been plaguing German elections in recent years: the lack of an obvious path to a majority. Call it the Balkanization of German politics. There are a number of developments driving the phenomenon, but for the purposes of this newsletter, here are two of the most salient: Persistent voter frustration with the country’s two (former) big-tent parties – the Christian Democrats (CDU) on the center-right (17.2 percent in Saxony-Anhalt last Sunday) and the Social Democrats (SPD) on the center-left (9.3 percent). The presence of parties on the far left (Left Party), the populist left (the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance – BSW) and the far right (AfD) with which mainstream parties are reluctant to form coalitions. So what happens now? Stories of the Week A Lack of Leadership The answer for many people in the country, and particularly within the CDU, is clear: pin (some of) the blame on Chancellor Friedrich Merz. According to a survey taken directly after the election in Saxony-Anhalt, 88 percent of respondents agreed with the statement that if the federal government in Berlin were doing a better job, the AfD wouldn’t be as strong. And it is true that the predominant impression of the federal government ever since Merz was sworn in on May 6, 2025, is one of ineffectiveness and bickering. His rather unique combination of bumbling-plus-bravado has also not exactly endeared him to the German public. Indeed, his standing in the country is so shaky that his popularity – according to recent polls – has now dropped even below the historic lows associated with his predecessor Olaf Scholz. The situation is such that the CDU even opted to keep him largely out of the campaign ahead of the Saxony-Anhalt vote. And since then, dissatisfied rumblings within the CDU have grown louder. DER SPIEGEL’s Swantje Karich notes that the problems with the CDU go much deeper than Merz. “The center-right has a trust problem. At a press appearance following the devastating election result in Saxony-Anhalt, Friedrich Merz said that the party wanted to ‘reach people more effectively’ through ‘emotional engagement.’ It sounded as though he were announcing a political program. On the basis of that statement, it is difficult to take his empathy seriously.” “The Chancellor’s chastened appearance did, at least, reveal where he stands: with his back to the wall. Elections will be held in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania next week, and the CDU could fare even worse there. The party is polling at between 8 and 10 percent in the state.” “What is at stake is the political tradition that has lent stability to the Federal Republic since 1945: a democratic conservatism that understands what must be preserved, but also how to embrace progress and openness to the world. If the Union continues along its current path, it risks becoming politically irrelevant after the 2029 federal election – and Germany could soon find itself with a government of the far right.” The Trumpification of Political Debate? It is often said in Germany that to understand the political and social trends that will soon be dominant in Europe, one need only look across the Atlantic to the United States. When it comes to political debate, that has certainly proven true. Donald Trump understood early on that triggering mouth-foaming outrage among Democrats is an ideal way to both generate headlines and to secure loyalty among supporters. And he realized that far more quickly than the left side of the political spectrum understood that simply ignoring the old man might be the best recipe. To be sure, there have been signs recently that the US president may be over-relying on the strategy. Earlier this week, in an apparent grandpa-discovers-AI moment, Trump sent out 60 posts in the space of 10 hours, many of them AI-assisted images portraying him as a hero – or showing Iceland as part of the US (outrageous!!!). It was also during that slew of schlock that he explicitly backed the AfD with an “MGGA” post. In Germany, though, the outrage cycle remains in full swing, with much of the focus on those who would dare to vote for the AfD. They are alternately portrayed as being dim-witted, ungrateful, backward, racist or all of the above. That, argues DER SPIEGEL columnist Sabine Rennefanz, is not particularly helpful. “Everywhere on election night, people spoke of a watershed moment, a rupture, a turning point. But what is that supposed to mean in concrete terms? A watershed would imply an interruption, a moment of pause – perhaps even a willingness to rethink and learn. At first, there was little sign of that in the main television panels. Instead, the familiar rituals that had already shaped the election campaign continued: outrage, lecturing and abuse.” “That’s just the tone, one might object. They’re only talk shows. Given that the party’s state branch has been classified by domestic intelligence officials as confirmed right-wing extremist, there are more important problems than hurt feelings on television. Yet although the condescending tone is not the cause of the AfD’s success, it is an expression of the broader mood within the so-called political center – a kind of institutional blindness that too often treats material concerns as a communications problem.” “People have a pretty good sense of whether you like them – whether you approach them with curiosity or merely study, lecture and manage them as a problem group. They notice whether you genuinely want to understand their fears and pain, or whether you are simply waiting for the chance to correct them. They can also tell whether someone still has the energy to change things, or whether they have barricaded themselves behind platitudes and empty phrases.” “Anyone who wants an egalitarian democratic society cannot promise equality only to those whose language, tastes and moral convictions they share. They must also acknowledge the wounds, resentments and fears of those whose political conclusions they consider wrong. Acknowledging them does not mean agreeing with them. But a democracy that communicates with almost half its citizens only through warnings and labels gives up on political debate before it has even begun. An atmosphere must be created in which people can express their opinions without fearing that they will be canceled. We are currently a long way from that.” East-West? One of the clear undercurrents in the election last Sunday was, of course, Germany’s ongoing east-west divide, particularly as it pertains to the success of the AfD. Historically, the party has been far stronger in the former East German states than in former West German states. The fact that this generalization no longer reliably holds is certainly one of the primary concerns that many have about the party’s growth. And yet, there is still a distinct flavor of “stupid easterners, they don’t understand democracy” to the coverage. In the weeks before the vote, there was even a rather interesting back-and-forth in Germany’s culture pages about how ungrateful eastern Germans allegedly are for being pulled out of their pre-reunification backwardness and into the light of the West. DER SPIEGEL’s Jochen-Martin Gutsch has had enough. “Ten years ago, in 2016, elections were also held in Saxony-Anhalt. The AfD won more than 20 percent, which at the time rightly provoked outrage and incomprehension in western Germany. Today, in 2026, the AfD is also polling at around 20 percent in western German states, but this no longer provokes outrage and incomprehension. Instead, it is now regarded as proof of democratic conviction and civilizational resistance. After all, in the east, it’s 40 percent!” “This allows people to continue feeling morally superior to the East, but the wiser course would be to admit: if something doesn’t happen soon, the West will turn AfD-blue too. Or bluish.” “But will anything happen? The truly depressing thing about election night was not so much the AfD leaders intoxicated by their own success. It was the representatives of the other parties, who once again said that they were utterly shocked, needed some time to digest the result and would, of course, not simply return to business as usual. The SPD, a former big-tent party, celebrated its ‘stable’ result of 9.3 percent. Congratulations!” “For 10 years, the AfD has gone from one electoral success to the next. And still, the established parties remain ‘shocked’ and scratch their heads in astonishment. How long can they keep being shocked? Friedrich Merz says he may need to communicate his reform ideas in a more ‘emotional’ way. So the CDU’s political professionals sit down together after the election, mull over a strategy, and in the end come up with this: Fritz, try to be a little more relaxed, charismatic and emotional – or something. Beyond that: no political plan, no defiance, no promise of a future. That is frightening.” What was good, what was bad for democracy? Good: Voter turnout in Saxony-Anhalt was 77.8 percent, the highest ever recorded in the state. Whatever one thinks of the result, that figure is encouraging. Democracy needs citizens to take an interest. Bad: Although a strong AfD result had been expected in Saxony-Anhalt, many politicians from the mainstream parties – including in Berlin – appeared confused, helpless and overwhelmed in their initial reactions. That is not how they will win back voters’ trust. Last Week’s Highlights: 🗳️ Meet the Germans Who Voted for the AfD: Why would voters in a country like Germany, with its Nazi past, vote for a right-wing party? It’s a question only an editor in Berlin could come up with. On the ground, the view is different. 🟦 How the AfD Wants to Expand Its Power Across Germany: The far-right AfD is planning to decimate public broadcasting in Saxony-Anhalt, revamp education and install extremists in positions of power. And it is eyeing victory on the national stage as well. 🕯️ The Continuing Reverberations of September 11: It was a generational shock, and the consequences can still be felt today - from massive surveillance and significant increases in presidential power to violent excesses at ICE. 🤝 “For Europe, Canada Is the Preferred Partner in Trans-Atlantic Relations”: In an interview with DER SPIEGEL, Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne discusses his country’s failed trade deal with the US and why Canada is looking to Europe. 🏛️ The True Historical Roots of the AfD: During the Weimar Republic in the 1920s, there were numerous parties on the extreme right espousing “Germany first” nationalism. The Nazis may not be the best comparison for today’s AfD. 🌊 AfD in a Landslide: Merz Is the Wrong Leader for Germany: The right-wing Alternative for Germany won in a landslide in Saxony-Anhalt state elections on Sunday. What does that mean for the country at large? 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