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Pensions

The common use of the term pension is to describe the payments a person receives upon retirement, usually under pre-determined legal or contractual terms. Germany's old age pension program goes back to 1889.

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November 16, 2024

Germany: More than 3 million pensioners at risk of poverty

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Czech Republic raises pensions for former dissidents

Czech Republic raises pensions for former dissidents

Thirty-five years after the end of communism, Prague has increased pensions for former communist-era dissidents.
PoliticsNovember 21, 2024
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Aging Europe: Rising costs threaten EU pensions

Aging Europe: Rising costs threaten EU pensions

Europe's population is aging fast, forcing EU states to spend more on retirement benefits.
BusinessAugust 16, 2024
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British care home welcomes pensioners, children

British care home welcomes pensioners, children

Children and older people both need care. So why not open a kindergarten in a retirement home?
SocietyApril 12, 202404:21 min
Anne Mahrer and Rosmarie Wyder-Walti, of the Swiss elderly women group "Senior Women for Climate Protection," talk to journalists

Swiss pensioners win European climate case

Swiss pensioners win European climate case

The landmark ruling in favor of Swiss seniors could have an impact on climate and environment legislation across Europe.
ClimateApril 9, 202402:26 min
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Germany struggles to fix its pension system

Germany struggles to fix its pension system

German society is aging — quickly. There are plans to improve the pension system, but critics have their doubts.
SocietyMarch 15, 2024
Lufthansa

Germany's labor shortage: Lufthansa turns to retirees

Germany's labor shortage: Lufthansa turns to retirees

Skilled pensioners are returning to work at Lufthansa Technik to help plug a labor gap. It's a win for all concerned.
BusinessSeptember 25, 202302:43 min
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French pension reform: Macron's bittersweet victory

Macron's now green-lighted controversial pension reform leaves a sour taste in many people's mouth.
PoliticsApril 15, 2023
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