Lederhosen, sauerkraut and tapping the first barrel: Oktoberfest 2026 opens – in pictures

Crowds gather as the 191st edition of the world’s biggest beer festival kicks off in Munich, Germany Continue reading... Officials and experts continue to monitor developments closely as the situation unfolds. Communities affected by the story are watching for further updates in the days ahead.

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