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Europe’s £8.6m Bridge Lets Tourists Visit Three Countries in One Day
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Europe’s £8.6m Bridge Lets Tourists Visit Three Countries in One Day

Europe now offers an extraordinary experience thanks to the Three Countries Bridge. This stunning bridge, located in Basel, Switzerland, enables visitors to explore three countries in just one day. Built with a budget of £8.6 million, the Three Countries Bridge is the world’s longest single-span bridge. It spans 248 meters across the River Rhine, with its main span reaching 229.4 meters. Impressively, it has no central supports in the water, showcasing advanced engineering and design. The bridge stands as a testament to modern architectural achievements. Furthermore, the bridge connects three nations: France, Germany, and Switzerland. It links the French town of Huningue, the German city of Weil am Rhein, and the Swiss city of Basel. This unique feature allows tourists to walk or cy...
Germany: Limited Cannabis Legalization In The Country
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Germany: Limited Cannabis Legalization In The Country

Germany recently passed a law legalizing cannabis for personal use. The law is expected to fully effect by April 1, 2024. The law has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising it as a progressive step and others expressing concerns about potential public health risks. In a big decision, Germany has become the first major European country to allow people to use cannabis legally. This means adults in Germany can now: Adults: adults can have up to 50g of cannabis at home and 25g outside for recreational purposes Growing: individuals can grow up to three cannabis plants at home. Cannabis clubs: starting from July 1, adults can join non-profit cannabis clubs with a maximum of 500 members. These clubs can grow cannabis for members' personal consumption. T...
Germany to donate additional £10 million for flood affectees of Pakistan
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Germany to donate additional £10 million for flood affectees of Pakistan

Germany has announced to donate an additional £10 million for flood affectees to Pakistan as International aid. The announcement came in on 15 September. This is not the first time Germany has come forward to help Pakistan. Germany has already given massive support to Pakistan in the early days of this calamity. It has been over a month now that half of Pakistan has been submerged in enormous flooding. Multiple countries from all over the world have come forward to assist Pakistan in overcoming this problem. Germany is the only country so far that has lent help twice during this time of difficulty. It has been over a month since Pakistan was first hit by this major Climate Change crisis. Pakistan didn't realize it would be the first target of the major climate change crisis happening a...
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock Get covid
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German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock Get covid

ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: Bilawal Bhutto Zardari invited his German counterpart to visit Pakistan. A lot of important matters including Afghanistan's crisis are scheduled to discuss. The trip cuts short because the German foreign minister gets Covid positive today. German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock arrived yesterday at the special invitation of Bilawal Bhutto Zardari. Newly appointed Pakistani foreign minister is very keen to keep its allies happy and satisfied. Two day trip of minister was to discuss important stuff including Afghanistan's ongoing condition as well. She also called Prime Minister Shahbaz Shareef to discuss bilateral interests. Germany is Pakistan's ally for more than 70 years old. Both countries proved their friendship from time to time. However, This trip is...