and i will continue. this is d.w. news live from berlin a massive economic bailout for europe's largest economy the german government says yes at a 130000000000 euro zone made the deal comes after marathon talks with the governing coalition the package is meant to cushion the economic blow dealt to germany by the 10 downing also coming out. 3 more police officers are charged in the death of george floyd and the prime suspect faces the tougher new charge of 2nd degree

murder their actions have sparked mass protests and a moral reckoning and the united states. plus a suspect in a 13 year old missing person mystery a german prisoner is under investigation for the disappearance of madeleine mccann from a portugal hotel room in 2000 saturday. i'm claire richardson welcome to the show germany's government has agreed a massive stimulus package to kickstart an economy battered by the coronavirus crisis the 130000000000 euro deal will see taxes cuts and money given directly to families germany faces the worst recession since world war 2 following weeks of lockdown chancellor angela merkel said the agreement would also help the economy adapt to future challenges. just look much an economic stimulus

package which would be the usual thing to do it had to be a package with an element of looking towards the future and we placed great importance on that for the years 2020 to 2021 the package will comprise 130000000000 euros. of that $120000000000.00 it will be government expenditure so we've got a stimulus package a package for the future and of course also bill it's not as relevant to us here but obvious points ability to 0 and the international dimension. went into knots. well joining me in the studio to break this down as a reporter pablo for the las follow this is a massive stimulus package what can you tell us about the main points of the deal it is it's a really really big package as you've seen from see the figure 130000000000 euros the 1st one of course about reduction is going to be dropped in some big reduction

from 19 percent to 16 percent for 6 months and that actually starts at next month's a very quick also a lower v. 18 rate for the hospitality sector as we know it sector has been really sophron very big during the coronavirus pandemics about will surely give them a boost at this difficult time for them also billions of euros are going to be given to municipalities across germany who have been suffering with lower tax receipts and the idea is actually to spend on infrastructure and public housing as well increased rebates for the purchase of electric cars as well so that's also a big industry here the automotive industry in germany very important for families a 300 year old payment for each child in each family so you know and this comes on top of already the aid the liquidity aid and the loan guarantees are already in place here in germany well that's exactly right germany has been spending big to try and shore up its economy does this deal go further than was expected what was interesting there to listen to marco she said how it's

a package for. future so obviously the idea is to you know boost the economy invest in the economy and get things moving again going forward it's very important for germany obviously and it came after a maurice and 21 hour negotiation session between the c.d.u. the coalition partners as being of course to the sister party c.s.u. a more money in many ways than have been expected because there was a lot of talk that it was only going to be around 18000000000 euros it turned out to be 50000000000 euros more so quite a lot more and let's not forget as well that germany from the indicators that are out there several are saying that the economy may shrink over 6 percent this year so it is very worrying and they really want to make sure that they deal with this quickly and germany of course in previous years. quite a lot of money will say saved so they can and reinvest in the economy and one very important factor of course next year is an election year here in germany so of course both parties both parties really want to make sure that they're appealing to

their actors public fully alias inability thank you so much for your analysis as. in the us the police man arrested over the killing of george floyd will now face an upgraded charge of 2nd degree murder 3 other officers at the scene last week will now also face charges on wednesday floyd's family visited a memorial at the street corner in minneapolis where he died. you have a son grieving the loss of his father this is where george to light begged for his life handcuffed under the weight of 3 officers while another stood by after 8 minutes and 46 seconds george floyd lost his struggle quincy has come in search of one thing. every night with my family. trying to just my father.

got free say everyone for short of support and love. and i thank you for that. now there's a new hope and his pursuit of justice fallen amended complaint it charges the charges former minneapolis police officer derrick child and with murder in the 2nd degree for the death of george floyd i believe the evidence available to us now supports the stronger charge of 2nd degree murder in the state has also issued arrest warrants for the other officers involved they face felony murder charges in the 2nd degree for aiding and abetting and to everyone that is watching i say george floyd mattered he was loved his family was important his life had value and we will see justice for him and for you and we will find civil rights attorney benjamin crump says this moment is a tipping point for equality if america truly believes in the words of

thomas jefferson. there we hold these truths to be self evident they're old or credit equally they're down about their creator we're certain 2 in a minute the right there among them. liberty their pursuit of happiness well america that means black people true. from coast to coast and around the world protesters have marched for floyd but also to push against the u.s. justice system that they say too often treats black citizens without humanity many believe after decades of failed starts that the us is ready for change. while hundreds of people gathered in the german financial capital frankfurt on wednesday to honor the life of george floyd the rally in support of the black lives matter movement was intended to draw attention to systemic racism both in the u.s.

and in germany it's one of many protests around the world that came in the wake of floyd's death last week. in london to thousands came together to take a stand against racism. speaker's corner in london's hyde park a meeting point for demonstrators over the years. i know that this time they gathered to draw attention to injustices against black people sparked by the death of george floyd in the u.s. . among the protesters star was actor john boy into a prominent voice against racism. those present were also eager to stress that these problems were not limited to america. and the u.k. is not innocent at all as you can see by this poster has been many not been accounted for by the government or the metropolitan police we hear from both the

u.k. the us and wherever else in the world. unlawfully i'm here to bring awareness to black lives matter to stop violent police officers killing innocent people and we need to stop all racism or all kind to change the world it's just very comforting to see the collective grief amongst everyone and the willingness to choice is the current situation that we currently find ourselves in so yeah this is this is part of the antithesis of what this is all about. was then the crowd marched through the city stopping at the prime minister's office and residence on downing street. was they did not receive an audience from boris johnson although he addressed the matter in parliament. i think what happened. in the united states was appalling it was inexcusable we all saw it on our screens and i perfectly

understand people's right to protest what took place they were basically i also believe that protests should take place in a full and reasonable way. currently the largest gatherings allowed in the u.k. are limited to 6 people because of the coronavirus threat which has been devastating for the country that rule was not enforced at this rally although the event comes at a time when britain is easing lock down restrictions. well let's go now to some other stories making news around the world parts of brazil are relaxing social distancing measures designed to contain the coronavirus in some cities parks and churches have reopened despite the death toll continuing to rise brazil reported a record 1349 deaths on wednesday taking the nationals odal to above the 32000. at least 8 people have been killed and dozens of others seriously burned in a blast in india the explosion happened at

a pesticide factory in the western state of gujarat thousands of villagers living near the plant are evacuated as a precaution. the police here in germany say they have identified a new suspect in the 2007 disappearance of british girl madeleine mccann despite a vast international search and media coverage her fate still remains a mystery authorities are asking for the public's help for information that could link the suspect to the case. when madeline mccann disappeared from her room in this resort in portugal she became a global story her face instantly recognizable from news bulletins and missing posters. in spite of her parents efforts to raise awareness and an extensive search by police the 3 year old was never found. now 13 years later a suspect has suddenly emerged

a german man who lived in this house near the resort when madeline disappeared the top of his to use the suspect is a german citizen and was 30 years old at the time of madeleine's disappearance he is currently in prison in germany because of a sexual crime and drug dealing from 1905 to 2007 he was in portugal almost continuously and it lived in a house between pryor delusion and lie across for a couple of years. like their german counterparts british police are appealing for information linking him to madeline's case. there might be people in the past who would be quite fearful have come forward to the place my message is to anybody that has information. did he speak to you in confidence and tell you what happened that night. 2 vehicles could offer up clues this v.w. camper van and this jag you are sedan are thought to have been in the suspects

possession. madeline's family can now hope that vital questions will finally be answered. well let's change gears and. to sports now in the buddhist leader frankfurt to beat braman in a tough match on wednesday night the game was originally scheduled for early march but postponed due to a storm braman faced a near certain relegation when their campaign was interrupted for 2 months by the coronavirus still they had been resurgent since the season restarted but frankfurt was too much for them. with survival at stake against frankfurt flaw he and co phelps braman were counting on super player not a bit in court scored the winner in 2 of their last 3 games. it was frankfurt though who fired the 1st warning shot in the 11th minute getting coupling winning the battle with andre field. frame and came close a few minutes later davey and long range rocket diverted by kevin trap.

just before half time in box hill got off another shot for braman but traffic was once again to the tach. no score at half time in the empty bays a study on. they were files a plenty from both sides in this hard fought clash and then with an hour gone frankfurt took the lead thanks to andre silva. philip cost each with the pinpoint cross and silver heading home and 10 minutes from time frankfurt doubled their the deaf on getting his 1st ever of just league goal just seconds after being subbed on . and right before the end hit the target again from another shot. of lanka getting a hand on his header but unable to stop it. 3 nil the final score

and co fails braman remain stuck in the drop zone while addie who had just frankfurt moved 3 points closer to safety. here watching the news from. today with all the latest on our website. you can follow us on twitter and instagram. i'm claire richardson thanks so much for joining us. love. to go beyond the obvious oh so. all about the stories that matter to you. but. whatever it takes. a running nut explained a little bit w. was made for minds.