The front-runner in Germany’s upcoming election, Friedrich Merz, has declared the far-right Alternative for Germany as his “most important opponent” and vowed to never work with them, following criticism for cooperating with them on a motion to turn back migrants at the border. Despite protests and backlash, Merz reaffirmed his party’s commitment to a tough migration stance and emphasized that they will not collaborate with AfD in any capacity before or after the election, aiming to diminish their influence and uphold their values. The governing parties accuse Merz of breaking promises by aligning with AfD, leading to doubts about his trustworthiness in forming a government, but Merz remains resolute in his stance on migration and denies any intentions of working with the far-right party.
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In Germany, the ventilation technique of lüften involves opening windows wide to create airflow and facilitate air exchange in homes. There are two types of lüften - shock ventilation and cross-ventilation - both aimed at replacing stale air with fresher air. This practice, taken seriously by Germans, has scientifically supported benefits such as reducing indoor pollutants, lowering humidity levels, and improving overall health and well-being. Full Article
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