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African midfielder confirms he's ready to join Liverpool
An African midfielder is now ready to join Liverpool. Among the many eyebrow-raising decisions Richard Hughes made during his time at Anfield, not signing a midfielder over the course of the last summ...
Liverpool in talks to sign the next Fabinho
Liverpool might finally be signing their next Fabinho. There was a time when the Reds' midfield wasn't porous. A time when Liverpool were built with solid foundations. Mostly, it was thanks to Fabinho...
Sooo ... About Last Night
Yesterday (Sat., Sept. 12, 2026), Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) ventured forth to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona for Noche UFC 4. Although this year’s Noche UFC event didn’t have the hype of previous years, it was still a solid card. Even without Yair Rodriguez in the main event, all of the matchups promised excitement, […]
The new Roberto Firmino is here, and he’s incredible
There's an exciting heir to Roberto Firmino who has finally arrived on the scene. Roberto Firmino is arguably one of the most underappreciated club icons of the modern era. The Brazilian never seemed ...
Sky Sports expert’s verdict on Newcastle United and a struggle to disagree with much of this
The Sky Sports column ‘Jones Knows’ has given some interesting analysis and commentary on what is currently the position at Newcastle United. The column makes predictions on what will happen at certain Premier League matches and also debates other matters/issues at clubs as well.
Barcelona coach expected to make five changes against Levante
Barcelona are looking for their sixth win in six matches in all competitions this season as they take on Levante later this afternoon.The Catalans are in electric form heading into this game, having n...
How worried should Cardiff be about wasteful finishing?
If football matches were decided on chances created alone, Cardiff City would be among the Championship's early contenders.
Prediction For Buccaneers Season Opener Against Cincinnati Bengals
Tampa Bay faces off against Cincinnati in a Week 1 matchup between two much-improved teams looking to move past disappointing seasons a year ago.
Manchester United vs Manchester City – Match preview and team news
Manchester United host Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday in the first Manchester derby of the season, with Enzo Maresca’s league leaders looking to maintain a perfect start to the campaign a...
Football is back. How to watch Bengals vs. Bucs Sunday
The Bengals kick off their regular season with a Week 1 matchup in the jungle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here's how to watch.
Recap: Tennessee defeats Georgia Tech 45-24
The Tennessee Volunteers went to Atlanta and had its way with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday night, winning 45-24. The Vols ran for a staggering 299 yards, with DeSean Bishop leading the way with 20 carries for 147 yards and two touchdowns. Radarius Jackson led all pass catchers with three grabs for 63 […]
Tapatío beaten away at Dorados
Tapatío had a tough road test against Dorados on Matchday 8 of the Apertura 2026. After a hard-fought match, the Rojiblancos ended up falling 3-1 to the Sinaloa side.Tapa opened the scoring in the op...
Will Joey Porter be available for Steelers in Week1?
As the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons arrives, one big question remains: will Joey Porter Jr. play?
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)
Tennessee football takes down Georgia Tech on the road
ATLANTA, GA. (WATE) — The Tennessee football team went on the road and defeated Georgia Tech 45-24 to stay unbeaten on the early season. It was the first Power Four matchup for Tennessee following their 56-9 opening week victory over FCS opponent Furman. Georgia Tech received the opening kickoff and Vols defense forced a quick […]
Elena Rybakina Adds a Third Grand Slam to Her Resume with 2026 US Open Title
Aryna Sabalenka entered the 2026 US Open having won 19 consecutive matches in New York, but after Elena Rybakina's three set victory, it's not just the end of a winning streak, it also means Rybakina has taken the world #1 ranking off her rival. Elena Rybakina Wins Her First US Open Rybakina was the player …
Eating alone may be quietly hurting mental health and social connection, expert says
Regularly splitting apart for meals may contribute to isolation and disconnection, according to dietitian Tanya Freirich. Sharing flexible, modular meals can make it easier for people with different needs or schedules to eat together.
Botafogo 1-1 RB Bragantino
Botafogo drew 1-1 with RB Bragantino this Saturday (12) in a match valid for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship at Nilton Santos. Alvinegro’s goal was scored by Vitinho, with a header, aft...
Shift Prem Cup back
I’M not a fan of having the Prem Cup preceding the proper Prem season. As last week showed, some teams treat it like an extension of pre-season, some give the kids a run and a few actually look like they want to win it. I preferred it when August was for pre-season matches and the […] The post Shift Prem Cup back appeared first on The Rugby Paper.
Iowa, national politicians court voters at CyHawk tailgates
Iowa political candidates for state and congressional offices took to Iowa City Saturday to engage with voters.
They lost their jobs after posting about Charlie Kirk, but some have no regrets
Some people fired in the wake of Kirk's assassination have won big settlements from employers, others have had to start over from scratch.
Kentucky volleyball falls in close match with SMU
The Kentucky Wildcats volleyball team dropped their second match of the season on Saturday, falling to No. 8 SMU.
MLB Gameday: Angels 5, Nationals 6 Final Score (09/13/2026)
Follow MLB results with FREE box scores, pitch-by-pitch strikezone info, and Statcast data for Angels vs. Nationals at Nationals Park
Oregon-Oklahoma State Game Moved to New Channel During Game
Looking for the Oregon game? The Ducks’ matchup with Oklahoma State changed channels during the game as ESPN shifted its programming. The post Oregon-Oklahoma State Game Moved to New Channel During Game appeared first on HEAVY.
LIVE! Watch Noche UFC 4 Post-Fight Presser Here
Now that the action is in the books from Noche UFC 4 earlier tonight (Sat., Sept. 12, 2026) LIVE on Paramount+ from inside Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, fight fans can check out the post-fight presser for all the best reaction and official bonus winners. On a night that featured a main event clash […]
Elena Rybakina completes achievement only Steffi Graf can match in WTA history as she wins the US Open
Elena Rybakina captured her first US Open title and third Grand Slam overall after defeating Aryna Sabalenka in the final. Days after taking her spot...
Braves vs Phillies Game Thread: 9/12/2026
Join us and discuss tonight’s game in the comments below, as the Braves look to put another nail in Philly’s NL East coffin. Game Info Game Time: Saturday, September 12, 7:15 p.m. ET Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA Watch: BravesVision Radio/Audio: 680 AM / 93.7 FM The Fan
Click here to see Tapatío's squad for Dorados clash
Tapatío will have the opportunity today to get back to winning ways against Dorados. In Matchday 8 of the 2026 Apertura of the Liga de Expansión, the Young Flock will visit the team from Sinaloa at ...
Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal: What Le Bris said
Only Chelsea (eight) have received more Premier League red cards since the start of last season than Sunderland (four), with Reinildo Mandava one of three players to be sent off more than once in that time (two). Sunderland have lost just two of their last eight Premier League games (W3 D3), though at the Stadium of Light they've lost five of their previous nine league matches (W3 D1).
Browns Bring In Speedy Former Bucs Pass-Catcher for Tryout
The Cleveland Browns brought in the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end for a closer look ahead of their Week 1 matchup. The post Browns Bring In Speedy Former Bucs Pass-Catcher for Tryout appeared first on HEAVY.
Guimaraes and Raya crucial - Sunderland v Arsenal player ratings
How Sunderland and Arsenal players rated following their Premier League match.
Real Madrid x Rayo Vallecano - Highlights, Summary and Match Report
Incidents: The story of the matchKylian Mbappé scores for Real Madrid with a right-footed shot from the penalty spot. The score is now 1-0 against Rayo Vallecano.Real Madrid leads Rayo Vallecano 2-0....
Arkansas College Football Scoreboard: Week 2
Week 2 of the Arkansas college football season features various matchups across all levels, including featured games like Arkansas at Utah and several Thursday results such as Harding's victory over Southwestern Oklahoma State.
Overwatch Reveals First Look at New Omnic Hero Coming Later This Year
Blizzard has teased another new Overwatch Hero after revealing Doctrine just moments ago.
5 Texans to watch vs. the Bills
Buffalo’s first matchup of the 2026 is a tough one
Iranian authorities’ execution of protesters and political dissidents violate international…
Human Rights Watch and the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center for Human Rights in Iran said in a joint report Thursday that Iranian authorities were unlawfully executing protesters and political dissidents...
It's official, Liverpool signed a future best in the world
Liverpool have pulled off a masterstroke. Well, it's not quite the start the Reds were hoping for under Andoni Iraola. Liverpool are not losing games, unlike they were under Arne Slot.However, they ar...
600: Kylian Mbappé hits an astonishing milestone 🎯
Goalscorer... and provider!This Saturday evening, Real Madrid host Rayo Vallecano for Matchday 5 of La Liga.In the space of just two minutes, Kylian Mbappé made his mark... twice! After scoring a pen...
Alonso's approach looks unsustainable
There was a subdued atmosphere at the final whistle among Chelsea's players, staff and supporters. Chelsea had previously beaten Fulham 3-2, won 4-3 at home to Brighton and lost 2-1 at Arsenal. Having conceded twice here, Chelsea have now gone 20 Premier League matches without a clean sheet, a run stretching back to January.
Crypto billionaires donate millions to Reform UK, raising concerns about money in politics
Reform UK, the anti-immigration party led by Nigel Farage, received £72 million (around €83.9 million) from two cryptocurrency billionaires this weekend, prompting concerns about money’s influence in British politics. Ben Delo, co-founder of the BitMEX platform, donated £36 million, and crypto investor Christopher Harborne matched that amount. Harborne supports Reform UK’s policies, believing they will […]
BlizzCon 2026 Opening Ceremony: Starcraft Returns, Diablo V Announced, Warcraft news and more
I’ve been at Blizzard a long time, and I’ve got a bunch of BlizzCons under my belt. Do you know how hard all these announcements were to hold in as we prepared for BlizzCon 2026? I can’t even believe this is real, man, like…okay, sorry, I’m locked in. Whether you’re watching it all unfold live […]
The Watch: Uninsured Americans Still Pay Heavily Into U.S. Healthcare
Taxes make up of most of uninsured healthcare payments…heavy rainfall spreads microplastic pollution, threatening water quality…extreme heat now extending past summer…and more
Girona lets the match slip away in the final stretch.
Girona lost 1-2 against Castellón at Montilivi in a match they had under control but let slip away in the final stretch. The Girona team took an early lead but ended up paying a high price for playin...
Arizona football at BYU fan discussion
It’s Game Day! And the debut of Monster Energy Big 12 football! The Arizona Wildcats begin conference play with a big one, opening at No. 15 BYU. The UA has not won in Provo since 1975 and has lost the last five games against the Cougars. Here’s everything you need to know to watch or […]
Tottenham analysis: Goalless start stretches to 400 minutes
Spurs have not scored in any of their first four league matches, over 400 minutes of football, and again struggled to create many meaningful moments in their 0-0 draw with Everton.
Postgame Quotes: “Pleased with the Team’s Performance”
Ole Book (in the mixed zone): “Coming off the UEFA Champions League match, we struggled to get into the game a bit. Paderborn was very aggressive, especially early on. They had a good plan for how t...
Reaction: “Satisfied with my team’s display!”
Ole Book (in the mixed zone): “After the Champions League match, we had a few problems getting into the game. Paderborn was very aggressive, especially in the opening phase, and had a good plan for ...
Arsenal at Sunderland match thread: tricky traveling test
Arsenal travel to the Stadium of Light to take on Sunderland on Premier League MD4. The Gunners owe the Black Cats one from last season. Regis Le Bris’ side pegged ‘em back in the 94th minute to snatch a draw. Ultimately, it didn’t matter — Arsenal still won the league — but I’d bet the […]
Overwatch's Next Hero, Doctrine, Officially Revealed at BlizzCon 2026
Doctrine comes to Overwatch alongside a new map at the start of Season 5
Overwatch Announces 2 Hero Reworks At BlizzCon 2026
Overwatch reworks Sombra and Roadhog in Season 5, as Sombra becomes a Support hero and Roadhog gains a more team-focused Tank role.
How to Watch Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Texas Longhorns
The No. 1 Buckeyes, led by quarterback Julian Sayin, will visit Arch Manning and the No. 4 Longhorns
Good vibes continue despite scary ending versus Giants
FriarWatch: September 12 Edition
Vanderbilt football vs Delaware score updates, start time, TV channel
The Vanderbilt Commodores are hosting the Delaware Blue Hens for a non-conference Week 2 matchup at FirstBank Stadium. Follow for score updates.
Vanderbilt football vs Delaware score updates, start time, TV channel
The Vanderbilt Commodores are hosting the Delaware Blue Hens for a non-conference Week 2 matchup at FirstBank Stadium. Follow for score updates.
Tim Scott frames political divide around American values
Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., reacts to 'Morning Joe' hosts mocking his RNC speech. Scott also addresses comments from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., on faith and progressive politics.
Three matchups to watch Bucs vs Bengals
Three matchups to watch Bucs vs Bengals
Promising Entertainment Stocks To Watch Today
Verizon Communications, Walt Disney, Spotify Technology, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Live Nation Entertainment are the five Entertainment stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool. Entertainment stocks are shares of publicly traded companies involved in producing, distrib
Chelsea 2-2 Hull City: What Alonso said
Chelsea have conceded 2+ goals in each of their first four matches to start a Premier League season for the first time since 2015-16 (first five games). The Blues' first two Premier League home games in 2026-27 have seen 11 goals (six for, five against), the most in Chelsea's opening two home league matches since 1997-98 (also 11), while they've only once before shipped five goals across their opening two home league games without losing, in 1932-33 (D2 GF6 GA6).
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to slow down for safety
The CEO of Anthropic said the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give safety measures time to catch up.
Tarik Muharemović: We have to be ready
Centre-half Tarik Muharemović has settled into life as a Leeds United player impressively, starring in the heart of defence as Daniel Farke’s side have remained unbeaten in the first three matches ...
Chelsea 2-2 Hull City: What Jakirovic said
Hull City have picked up eight points from their first four Premier League games this season (W2 D2), the only newly promoted sides to gain more points in their first four matches to start a campaign were Nottingham Forest in 1994-95 and Bolton Wanderers in 2001-02 (both 10). Hull City's Mohamed Belloumi became the fifth Algerian to score a double in the Premier League and the first since Riyad Mahrez for Man City against Spurs in January 2023.
5 storylines to watch in Bears' season opener vs. Panthers
Here are the top 5 storylines we're watching as the Chicago Bears kick off the season against the Carolina Panthers.
PJ Tucker Defends Nets’ Chemistry During 2021 Playoffs
PJ Tucker was on the other side of the 2021 playoff matchup, and he saw firsthand what the Nets’ star trio was capable of. Years later, his take on Brooklyn’s chemistry adds another layer to one of the NBA’s biggest what-ifs.
Glentoran and Bangor share spoils at Oval
Glentoran are now without a win in their past three league matches after a 1-1 draw with Bangor at the Oval.
Atlético v Fluminense: Galo in action today!
Atlético vs Fluminense – September 12 (Saturday) – 4 PM🏆 Tournament: 27th round – Brazilian Championship🏟️ Venue: Arena MRV, Belo Horizonte🐓 Pre-match, Commentary and Post-match: Gal...
🚨 Athletic-Elche: Terzic and Anselmi confirm XIs in Bilbao
Athletic, revived after some disappointing opening matches, host an Elche side that has picked up just one point so far.Terzic and Anselmi are fielding these lineups today at San Mamés: Athletic: Una...
Spalletti: We’re willing to fight
The Men’s First Team are in Serie A action on the road on Sunday, 13 September, travelling to Emilia-Romagna to take on Sassuolo on Matchday 4.Ahead of the game, coach Luciano Spalletti gave his tra...
How to Watch Northwestern Alumni in NFL Week 1
Here's everything you need to know before the former Northwestern Wildcats play in Week 1 of the NFL regular season.
Ravens and Colts Week 1 Preview Q&A
A look at how the Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts matchup breaks down with a Q&A.
🤯 Penalty king! Bundesliga keeper extends his own record
He is already known both internationally and nationally as an absolute penalty killer: in today’s match for his new club, Eintracht Frankfurt, Noah Atubolu extended his own record even further. Agai...
Friday Night Football 2026 Highlights & Scores
The full 60-minute Friday Night Football show can be watched on-demand on our KFDX+ app for smart TVs, or it can be streamed online here. Lubbock Monterey at Legacy Legacy defeats Lubbock Monterey 42-14 (6)Muenster at (7)Windthorst Muenster defeats Windthorst 33-28 Iowa Park at Holliday Iowa Park defeats Holliday 27-8 Hamlin at Archer City Hamlin […]
Sunderland v Arsenal
Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Sunderland vs Arsenal in the Premier League
Dear Abby | Relative's gift came with strings attached
Dear Abby: About 15 years ago, my nephew gave me a birthday gift of a baseball bat signed by a top player. I love baseball, so it was a lovely
This Netflix Drama Is So Good, I’m Mad I Didn’t Watch It Sooner
Netflix’s latest binge-worthy hit has crime, dark comedy, sharp British banter and plenty of twists to keep you watching. Find out more here.
Broncos vs. Chiefs: 3 Players to Watch in Week 1
The Denver Broncos battle the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Here are three players that need to perform well to earn a victory.
Eye of the Tiger: Pivotal position matchups vs LA Tech
Which specific matchups could be key on Saturday night?
UCF Faces Pittsburgh Panthers: How To Watch, Betting Odds, Storyline
The Knights travel to Acrisure Stadium aiming to snap a nine-game road skid. Watch as UCF’s explosive rushing attack tests Pittsburgh’s formidable, top-ranked ACC run defense.
Qualcomm Lost Apple’s Modem Business. Amazon Just Offered a $60 Billion Escape Route.
Qualcomm is watching Apple walk out the door with its modem business, but a surprise Amazon partnership promises a $60 billion lifeline built on unproven silicon in a market already owned by rivals. Whether that door holds the weight is the real question.
Live updates: Michigan football faces Oklahoma in pivotal game
Michigan football seeks redemption against Oklahoma in a high stakes matchup with playoff implications on the line.
What channel is Arizona vs BYU on? TV schedule Saturday
What channel is BYU vs Arizona on today? How to watch, how to stream college football Week 2 game on TV, streaming on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.
College Players to Watch: Week 1
2026 is set to kickoff but there are several college prospects to keep your eyes on this week.
Spanish GP: Lewis Hamilton crashes at Kimi Antonelli tops final practice from Charles Leclerc in Madrid
Lewis Hamilton crashes in final practice at the Spanish Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli tops the session; watch Spanish GP Qualifying from the all-new Madring circuit live on Sky Sports F1 at 3pm on Saturday, and the race at 2pm on Sunday
Comment Thread: Matchday Three vs SC Paderborn
BVB look to continue their strong start in the Bundesliga
Comment Thread: Matchday Three vs SC Paderborn
BVB look to continue their perfect start in the Bundesliga
Oregon secondary offers matchups USC should attack and avoid
Oregon's secondary presented a mixture of standouts and slip-ups against Boise State. USC has to identify the right places to attack
🚨 BREAKING: Liverpool & Fulham confirm XIs for PL match
Liverpool and Fulham face off at Anfield in the Premier League this afternoon. The Reds have started to find winning form under Andoni Iraola following back-to-back victories over Ipswich and Atléti...
🚨 Borussia Dortmund v Paderborn XI: Schlotterbeck returns!
Borussia Dortmund and Paderborn face off on Matchday 3 of the Bundesliga. The home side comes into this with a perfect record and sits joint top, while the visitors are coming off a defeat to Freiburg...
Colts’ biggest strength entering their Week 1 matchup against Baltimore
Jonathan Taylor gives Indianapolis a running game capable of controlling Week 1.
Squad list for Napoli vs. Bologna
The following players have been named in Domenico Tedesco’s squad for tomorrow’s match:Goalkeepers: Franceschelli (82), Pessina, Skorupski.Defenders: Alhassane, Casale, De Silvestri, Heggem, Hella...
Mike Evans Scores First 49ers Touchdown in Rout of Rams
Mike Evans made an immediate impact in his San Francisco debut, catching six passes for 49 yards and a touchdown as the 49ers rolled past the Rams.
After the I.P.O., a Billion-Dollar Bill for Employee Paydays
A compensation strategy at start-ups keeps expenses low until they go public. At that point, the companies may face billions of dollars in catch-up expenses.
Nittany Nation: Penn State travels to Temple
(WHTM) – The Penn State Nittany Lions are on the road for the first time this season, coming off a 45-0 win over Marshall to open the season. It’s the 46th time Penn State has faced Temple; the Nittany Lions have won 32 of the last 33 matchups against their sixth most frequent opponent. The […]
Inter vs Udinese: Chivu Weighs Rotation Options
Federico Dimarco is closing in on a return to Inter’s matchday squad for Monday’s clash with Udinese at San Siro, with Cristian Chivu weighing several further changes to his starting XI following ...
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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