Germany faces heatwave and pension reform debates
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Friedrich Merz, German teachers
Germany
June 23, 2026
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Temperatures in Germany are expected to reach 40C, potentially breaking June records. Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls for the full implementation of a 33-point pension reform package. A survey indicates that 46% of teachers find pupil behavior to be their biggest source of stress.
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