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Anyone in Berlin who still wants to vote by post now needs to be careful. Here’s what the State Electoral Office recommends to ensure your vote isn’t lost.  more

No need to apply for travel authorisation any more, less paperwork: what the new BVG ticket on the pupil ID card means for children, parents and schools.  more

Don’t be alarmed: the sirens will be wailing in Berlin again this week. This is part of a nationwide test.  more

Following the cyberattack on the Berlin administration, the Senate has given the all-clear: according to State Secretary for Digital Affairs Hauer, no data relevant to national security has been stolen.  more

The hacker group's ultimatum to the Berlin Senate has expired. Following the unsuccessful extortion attempt, the data has been released. Those affected will be contacted.  more

Talking about the future of the neighbourhood on the tram or the S-Bahn: that is the idea behind a new dialogue project in Marzahn-Hellersdorf and Lichtenberg. Facilitators invite passengers to join in the conversation.  more

Anyone travelling in Berlin and Brandenburg today should be prepared for unpleasant weather: rain, isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds are sweeping across the region.  more

Following the cyberattack on the Berlin state network, the alleged perpetrators may publish stolen data. This may also include citizens’ personal data. The State of Berlin has provided information on how those affected can respond.  more

Bullying, sexist remarks and fights: this is everyday life at many schools in Berlin. What new rules are intended to ensure greater safety.  more

Ten years after the launch of Berlin's school construction initiative, the Berlin Senate has given the program a positive assessment.  more

Following the cyberattack on the city administration's data network, which came to light in mid-August, Berlin is facing an extortion attempt.  more

The 100-kilogram aerial bomb found in Berlin-Neukölln was successfully defused late Wednesday evening.  more

The environmental education center in Britzer Garten in Neukölln is to be rebuilt as soon as possible, according to a statement from the Senate Chancellery. The building was destroyed by a fire in October 2024.  more

Berlin aims to make it easier to organize events, ranging from conferences to sporting events. To this end, a central service office for events is planned, according to the Senate Chancellery.  more

The Wahl-O-Mat for the Berlin House of Representatives election is now available. Here's how it works and what issues it covers.  more