09:55 (07:55)⇢NRW Elections and Domestic Concerns
⌨German media is primarily focused on the upcoming Kommunalwahlen in Nordrhein-Westfalen (NRW), with various outlets discussing the opening of polling stations, the AfD's strength in Gelsenkirchen, and the Green party's prospects (FR, TAZ, Neues Deutschland, merkur.de, Sueddeutsche, FAZ). There's also attention on current domestic issues, including criticism of the Deutsche Bahn's price increases and service reductions (Tagesspiegel), persistent teacher shortages (Stuttgarter Zeitung), and a tragic accident in Bedburg-Hau (WAZ, Bild). International relations with China are also discussed, with warnings against underestimating Asia's growing power (Junge Freiheit).