Nursing home costs in Germany top €5,000 a month, experts urge return of German gold reserves from US, home delivery services for groceries experience rapid growth and more news on Thursday, January 22nd. When the amount covered by long-term care insurance is included, the total cost of a nursing home place across Germany now exceeds €5,000 per month for the first time. AdvertisementCitizens and foreign residents agree immigrants should learn GermanAn overwhelming majority of people living in Germany – both citizens and foreign residents – believe that anyone who chooses to live in the country should learn the German language. The survey found little difference in opinion between men and women, or between people in eastern and western Germany. The findings underline the broad social consensus in Germany that language acquisition remains central to successful integration and mutual understanding.

Source: The Local January 22, 2026 19:38 UTC