Germans are heading to the polls in the 2025 federal election to choose a new chancellor to lead Europe’s largest economy, with the CDU/CSU’s Friedrich Merz in the lead. The AfD is expected to come in second, followed by the SPD and the Greens, marking a shift from the 2021 election results. Voters will cast two votes to elect members of parliament and determine the proportional make-up of the Bundestag, with a 5% threshold for parties to secure representation.
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Police investigating Auckland’s KingsWay School teacher over assault allegations
Police are investigating a KingsWay School teacher over allegations of assault, which involve four students and are related to "outdated disciplinary practices" according to the school's executive principal Graeme Budler. The teacher has been placed on paid leave, and counselling has been offered to those affected. The investigation by police remains in its early stages, with interviews being conducted with victims and witnesses, and no further comments are being made at this time. Full Article
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