The Baller League, an indoor six-a-side football competition founded in Germany in 2024, has expanded to the United Kingdom. Backed by footballers Mats Hummels and Lukas Podolski, the league combines professional football with entertainment, featuring celebrities and influencers. The UK edition kicked off on March 24, 2025, at London's Copper Box Arena.

In response to the challenges posed by the digital age, Germany's cultural institutions are increasingly adopting digital technologies to reach wider audiences. Museums, theaters, and libraries are offering virtual tours, online performances, and digital archives, ensuring continued access to cultural resources amid changing consumption patterns.

The 2025 Men's EuroHockey Championship is set to take place in Mönchengladbach, Germany, from August 8 to 16. This marks the third time the city will host the event, which will also serve as a qualifier for the 2026 Men's FIH Hockey World Cup. Eight teams will compete at the Warsteiner HockeyPark, promising exciting matches for fans.

Germany has chosen the song "Baller" by Abor & Tynna to represent the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The selection was made through the national competition "Chefsache ESC 2025 – Wer singt für Deutschland?" The songwriters, Alexander Hauer, Attila Bornemisza, and Tünde Bornemisza, aim to bring a fresh sound to the international stage.

The OECD has revised Germany's economic growth forecast for 2025 down to 0.7%, citing political instability following the collapse of the ruling coalition and concerns over global trade tensions. The organization warns that without structural reforms, Germany's economic challenges may persist.

Germany's economy has contracted for the second year in a row, with a 0.2% decline in GDP for 2024. Factors contributing to this downturn include reduced manufacturing output, particularly in the automotive and chemical sectors, and decreased construction activity. Economists warn that without significant reforms, Germany risks prolonged economic stagnation.