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Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The U.S. launched limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island after Iran fired at a U.S. aircraft and launched a missile threatening ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Also: Russian attacks killed at least 38 civilians in Ukraine, including people at an aid centre, hospice and hospital; more than 50 people may remain trapped under rubble. Heute: Die USA griffen Ziele auf Qeshm an · Russische Angriffe töteten viele Menschen. Today’s German focus: schoss, to shoot; fired = to shoot; fired. Vocabulary: die Insel (island), die Meerenge (strait), der Schiffsverkehr (shipping traffic). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-11-04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Oil prices fall sharply as traders hope for new talks with Iran and fewer attacks. Also: China plans a crewed Moon landing before 2030, using two rockets that meet in lunar orbit. Heute: Ölpreise fallen stark durch neue Gespräche · China plant Landung mit Menschen auf dem Mond. Today’s German focus: der bestimmte Artikel „die = the definite article die. Vocabulary: die Rakete (rocket), die Landefähre (lunar lander), die Bahn (orbit). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-11-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years, raising concerns about more fighting. Also: Binance says it has covered 90% of the $6.3 billion stolen in a major hack. Heute: Die UN-Mission endet nach 35 Jahren · Binance ersetzt viele gestohlene Werte. Today’s German focus: endete = ended. Vocabulary: die Waffenruhe (ceasefire), das Gebiet (area or region), der Streit (conflict or dispute). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-11-02 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. Sunday special: two stories from the German-speaking world from the past week. In this episode: A Deutsche Bahn train from Stuttgart is diverted to Schaffhausen after a 13-minute delay, protecting Switzerland's tightly timed rail schedule. Also: Award-winning chef Kim de Dood will leave Luxembourg's Michelin-starred Le Lys, with Milan Brée taking over as head chef in January 2027. Today’s German focus: arbeitete = worked. Vocabulary: Die Eröffnung (the opening), Der Abschied (the departure), Der Aufbau (the building or development). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-11-01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump says the Iran war will end soon as Qatari mediators push for a peace deal. Iran says six commercial ships hit sea mines near the Strait of Hormuz, while the US says the sea. Also: Canada and the European Union announce the Alliance for the Future. Other countries can join, and Canada will contribute to a €90 billion support loan for Ukraine. Heute: Sechs Handelsschiffe laufen auf Seeminen · Kanada und die EU stellen Allianz vor. Today’s German focus: planen = to plan. Vocabulary: Die Allianz (the alliance), Der Markt (the market), Die Möglichkeit (the possibility or opportunity). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-31 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Alphabet shares fall 12.6%, wiping out about $500 billion in market value as investors worry about AI spending and weak advertising revenue. Also: A California federal judge rejects a request to separate around 20,000 mail-in ballots linked by the administration to alleged noncitizens. Heute: Alphabet verliert rund 500 Milliarden Dollar · Richter lehnt getrennte Briefwahlzettel ab. Today’s German focus: entschied = decided. Vocabulary: der Briefwahlzettel (mail-in ballot), die Stimme (vote), die Staatsbürgerschaft (citizenship). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Qatar gives Iran a new proposal to end the war, and Iran continues reviewing it while keeping talks with mediators open. Also: The US plans to loosen methane rules for oil and gas companies, including rules on leaks from low-producing oil wells. Heute: Iran prüft neuen Vorschlag aus Katar · USA wollen Methan-Regeln lockern. Today’s German focus: prüfen, to check or review = to check or review. Vocabulary: der Vermittler (mediator), der Vorschlag (proposal), die Entscheidung (decision). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates steady as US inflation reaches 3.7%. Also: Greenhouse gas levels reached new records in 2025, the United Nations says. Heute: Die US-Notenbank lässt den Zinssatz gleich · Treibhausgase erreichen neue Rekorde. Today’s German focus: lag = was at or lay. Vocabulary: Die Atmosphäre (the atmosphere), Das Klima (the climate), Die Erwärmung (warming). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A federal appeals court dismisses the US Justice Department's request to set aside thousands of California ballots. Also: Meta plans to raise $95 billion through new stock offerings to fund its artificial intelligence expansion. Heute: Gericht weist Antrag zu Wahlzetteln ab · Meta plant neue Aktien für KI. Today’s German focus: kam = came. Vocabulary: Aktie (share or stock), Geld (money), Käufer (buyer). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-27 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump is weighing an agreement with Iran against renewed attacks, while indirect talks continue. Also: Measles cases in the US have more than doubled since last year, with Pennsylvania especially affected. Heute: Trump denkt über zwei Wege nach · Viele Masernfälle in den USA. Today’s German focus: schützt = protects. Vocabulary: die Impfung (vaccination), der Bezirk (district), die Dosis (dose). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Spanish computer museum builds a Cray-1 replica from 30 old Mac Minis. Also: Vietnamese entrant Nguyen Nam Nhat becomes Nikon Small World in Motion winner after the former winner is disqualified over AI-rule concerns. Heute: Eine Cray-1-Kopie aus alten Mac Minis · Vietnam hat einen neuen Nikon-Sieger. Today’s German focus: sein = to be. Vocabulary: das Netzwerk (network), der Rechenkern (processing core), die Kühlung (cooling). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google presents Gemini, an AI agent that helps with workplace tasks. Also: England will host the Netball World Cup for the fourth time in 2031. Heute: Google stellt den KI-Agenten Gemini vor · England richtet die Netball-WM 2031 aus. Today’s German focus: vorgestellt = presented. Vocabulary: die Aufgabe (task), das Ergebnis (result), der Schritt (step). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-09 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google Maps shows petrol and diesel prices at UK petrol stations, helping drivers find cheaper fuel. Also: A 165-million-year-old mammal fossil shows that the animal could chew, swallow food, and probably suckle. Heute: Google Maps zeigt Preise an Tankstellen · Fossil zeigt Fähigkeiten früher Säugetiere. Today’s German focus: konnte, could, was able to = could, was able to. Vocabulary: die Tankstelle (petrol station), der Standort (location), der Preis (price). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-08 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: British Airways plans more expensive seats in its Airbus A380, including 106 business-class seats and fewer regular seats. Also: Physicist Francis Halzen wins the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for IceCube, an Antarctic project that found high-energy neutrinos. Heute: British Airways plant mehr teure Sitze · Francis Halzen gewinnt den Nobelpreis. Today’s German focus: arbeitet = works. Vocabulary: das Teilchen (particle), die Ladung (charge), die Masse (mass). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Norway plans a temporary ban on AI glasses in public places to protect privacy. Also: Premier League viewership among young Americans rises 20 percent after the World Cup. Heute: Norwegen plant ein zeitweiliges Verbot · Mehr junge Fans sehen die Premier League. Today’s German focus: kein = no or not a. Vocabulary: Das Verbot (the ban), Der Ort (the place), Die Regel (the rule). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-06 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Elfyn Evans wins the rally world championship after Oliver Solberg loses control two corners before the finish. Also: Britain considers tariffs on Chinese cars while balancing prices, Chinese trade, and access to the important EU market. Heute: Evans gewinnt den Rallye-Titel · Großbritannien entscheidet über Autozölle. Today’s German focus: Was passierte = What happened. Vocabulary: die Regierung (the government), der Markt (the market), die Entscheidung (the decision). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-05 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Rome cracks down on golf cart tours as residents complain and many vehicles lack permission. Also: Kevin Sinfield completes seven ultramarathons in seven days to support people with MND and remember Rob Burrow. Heute: Polizei kontrolliert Golfcarts in Rom · Sinfield läuft sieben Ultramarathons. Today’s German focus: fahren = to drive or ride. Vocabulary: die Polizei (the police), die Kontrolle (the inspection or check), die Erlaubnis (the permission). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: GM sells fewer cars, while Toyota sells more hybrid and electric vehicles. Also: Uzbekistan wins chess gold at home, while 206 teams compete in the Olympiad. Heute: GM verkauft weniger Autos · Usbekistan gewinnt Gold im eigenen Land. Today’s German focus: helfen = to help. Vocabulary: Das Turnier (the tournament), Das Team (the team), Der Sieg (the victory). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Walmart introduces light-up digital shelf labels to help shoppers and employees find products. Also: India and Pakistan will play each other on October 10, 2027, at the Cricket World Cup in Johannesburg. Heute: Leuchtende Etiketten bei Walmart · Indien gegen Pakistan bei der Cricket-WM. Today’s German focus: Fragen mit wie = questions with how. Vocabulary: der Gang (aisle), das Regal (shelf), die Bestellung (order). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-02 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Swiss glaciers lost 5.5% of their ice in 2026 after a long, hot summer, raising concerns about future water supplies in Europe. Also: A 99-second AI-generated advertisement recreates Greta Garbo for Swedish ball-bearing company SKF, prompting questions about using images of deceased stars. Heute: Schweizer Gletscher verlieren viel Eis · Greta Garbo erscheint wieder in einer Werbung. Today’s German focus: schmolz = melted. Vocabulary: Der Gletscher (glacier), Das Eis (ice), Der Schnee (snow). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-10-01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Oura delays its US stock sale because the market is uncertain. Also: After protests, 87-year-old Maricarmen can return to her Madrid home with lower rent. Heute: Oura verschiebt den Aktienverkauf · Maricarmen kehrt in ihre Wohnung zurück. Today’s German focus: wollen = to want. Vocabulary: die Miete (rent), die Wohnung (apartment), der Vermieter (landlord). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for the first time, deploys 26 Starlink satellites, and lands in the Pacific. Also: Oura plans to go public as its health ring tracks sleep, steps, stress, and other body data. Heute: Starship erreicht die Umlaufbahn · Oura will an die Börse. Today’s German focus: ausfallen = to stop working or fail. Vocabulary: die Umlaufbahn (orbit), das Triebwerk (rocket engine), ausfallen (to stop working or fail). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Lime's bike and scooter business grows in England, with more users, vehicles, sales and profits, but also safety concerns. Also: Veracruz's more than 300-year-old Son Jarocho tradition brings people together to play, sing and dance at Fandangos, and is becoming known outside Mexico. Heute: Lime-Räder werden in England beliebter · Eine alte Musiktradition aus Veracruz. Today’s German focus: können = can; to be able to. Vocabulary: der Roller (scooter), die Sicherheit (safety), der Nutzer (user). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Britain's growing love of purple ube faces a halt as the Philippines stops fresh exports. Also: Researchers study how drones could bring defibrillators faster to people having cardiac arrests. Heute: Exportstopp für frische Ube · Drohnen bringen Defibrillatoren schneller. Today’s German focus: könnten, could = could. Vocabulary: der Vorrat (stock or supply), die Nachfrage (demand), steigen (to rise or increase). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-27 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Microsoft gives its new Surface computers a different name, although they still meet the technical requirements for Copilot+ PCs. Also: Five cheetah cubs at Prague Zoo survive severe storms and their mother's intestinal infection. Heute: Microsoft nennt Surface-Computer anders · Fünf Gepardenbabys überstehen schwere Wochen. Today’s German focus: müssen = to have to; must. Vocabulary: das Fell (fur), der Regen (rain), überleben (to survive). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Thai teenager Nene Royal wins a major American music competition and becomes the first Thai winner. Also: Sales of Chinese hybrid cars rise sharply in Europe, making the EU and car industry nervous. Heute: Nene gewinnt den Wettbewerb · Mehr chinesische Hybridautos in Europa. Today’s German focus: hat gewonnen = has won. Vocabulary: der Auftritt (performance or appearance), die Bühne (stage), der Wettbewerb (competition). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: OpenAI gives Ukraine free cyber defense tools and access to a new model to protect hospitals and power plants from attacks. Also: Germany sets a first clear target to phase out fossil fuels by 2045, with more wind, more solar, and a coal exit still in view. Heute: OpenAI hilft der Ukraine · Deutschland will Fossile loswerden. Today’s German focus: Es heißt Daybreak. (it is called Daybreak) = it is called Daybreak. Vocabulary: der Angriff (attack), die Schwäche (weakness), die Regierung (government). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Silicon Valley firm opens an AI school as a college alternative, with no tests, no homework, and 50 spots for fall 2027. Also: Qantas plans to sell tickets next August for a nonstop New York to Sydney flight that should begin in 2028 and last about 18 hours. Heute: KI-Schule statt Studium · Langer Flug nach Sydney. Today’s German focus: sollen, should / are supposed to = should / are supposed to. Vocabulary: der Platz (spot), die Schule (school), das Geld (money). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-23 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: British drivers and small traders face soaring diesel prices, with costs nearing £2 a litre and shortages hitting forecourts. Also: World leaders in New York discuss the climate crisis during Climate Week, while Australia and Iceland explain their countries' energy changes. Heute: Diesel wird in Großbritannien teuer · Klimagespräche in New York. Today’s German focus: steigen - to rise = to rise. Vocabulary: der Diesel (diesel), der Wagen (car), der Händler (trader). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-22 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Childcare in the United States is so expensive that some parents rely on grandparents to help care for their children and even move closer to family. Also: Remco Evenepoel wins his fourth straight world time-trial title in Montreal, while Marlen Reusser keeps her crown in the women's race. Heute: Großeltern helfen bei Betreuung · Evenepoel gewinnt wieder im Zeitfahren. Today’s German focus: in den Ruhestand gehen, to retire = to retire. Vocabulary: die Betreuung (childcare), der Ruhestand (retirement), das Angebot (offer). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Google says Gemini entered the internet, guessed passwords, and reached three companies during a security test. Also: Researchers found ancient teeth with signs that people chewed betel nuts long ago, and the habit is still common today. Heute: Gemini hackt drei Firmen · Alte Spuren von Betel-Nüssen. Today’s German focus: Die Forscher sehen sich alte Zähne an. / The researchers look at old teeth = The researchers look at old teeth. Vocabulary: die Spur (trace, sign, or clue), kauen (to chew), betroffen (affected). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Japan's central bank raises interest rates from 1% to 1.25% to fight rising prices, marking a 31-year high. Also: Australia pushes new social media rules to protect children, and other countries are watching closely. Heute: Japan erhöht den Leitzins · Australien plant neue Regeln. Today’s German focus: ablehnen können, to be able to reject = to be able to reject. Vocabulary: das Konto (account), schützen (to protect), ablehnen (to reject). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Pregnant women in Kenya text questions and get fast help from a clinic service. Also: Canada and the EU discuss a new associate-member idea, while the US pushes back. Heute: Schnelle Hilfe per SMS in Kenia · Kanada und die EU reden neu. Today’s German focus: fragen, to ask = to ask. Vocabulary: die Frage (question), dringend (urgent), die Hilfe (help). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Max Verstappen races a kart against 100 others in Silverstone, with the others starting ahead and one by one getting knocked out when he passes them. Also: A Cuban man says he was moved to the Central African Republic and now lives in legal limbo after deportation to a third country. Heute: Verstappen fährt gegen 100 Karts · Cubaner lebt in der Zentralafrikanischen Republik. Today’s German focus: Ich fühle mich entführt. - I feel kidnapped = I feel kidnapped. Vocabulary: entführt (kidnapped), die Heimat (home country), der Aufenthalt (stay or residence). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-17 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn German through today’s real news. Slow, clear German at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Phil Knight and his wife will give $1.1 billion to an Oregon medical center, helping create the state's first hospital focused on women's health and strengthening heart care. Also: OpenAI now supports parts of a plan that would require independent audits of major AI models and outside safety checks. Heute: Knights großes Geschenk für Frauen · OpenAI will externe Prüfungen. Today’s German focus: helfen = to help. Vocabulary: das Geschenk (gift), anziehen (to attract), helfen (to help). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/german-a1-2026-09-16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.