DNA tests confirmed that the burnt remains found in a vineyard in Saint-Gilles belong to the missing influencer Sonia Bellina. Prosecutor Cécile Gensac officially confirmed the identification. Two men have been arrested in connection with the case.

Energie Cottbus has loaned Dmytro Bogdanov, a 19-year-old Ukrainian youth international, from Union Berlin. This acquisition is seen as a major boost to the attacking force, especially following Erik Engelhardt's injury. Bogdanov is scheduled to begin training with the team on Wednesday.

Robert Andrich reportedly might leave Bayer Leverkusen due to limited playing time under the new coach's favored back four system. Edmond Tapsoba is anticipated to take over the captaincy, leading Andrich and his agent to explore international transfer options.

The Lotto 6aus49 winning numbers for August 19, 2026, were 3, 23, 31, 33, 35, and 47, with the Superzahl being 6. The draw occurs Wednesdays and Saturdays, and participation is available online or at sales points.

Adem G. is accused of killing his neighbor, Lars B., in Hagen, allegedly using a belt. The victim was discovered in a pool of blood inside the caretaker's apartment. Authorities are currently investigating the exact motive behind the fatal dispute.

In Nidda, an overcrowded Mazda crashed head-on into a marking group's truck, resulting in two fatalities. The police have launched an intensive investigation, focusing centrally on the excessive number of occupants in the vehicle.

Following the 0-7 loss to Brentford, Adi Hütter voiced doubts about Eintracht's current goalkeeping setup, causing speculation of a major roster overhaul. The situation has been compared to the "Trapp Coup of 2018," though concrete details on replacements or transfer fees remain unconfirmed.

The episode of "Aktenzeichen XY" from August 19, 2026, covered several unsolved cases, including a death in a homeless shelter, a violent incident, a student's disappearance, and a robbery. Viewers are asked to report any information concerning a specific telephone number.

The red-green state government confirmed that the alleged perpetrator, Fatih G., was under a departure obligation in Stade. The CDU criticized the authorities for failing to act despite knowing his residency status. Key facts show G. is a Turkish citizen with a criminal history and lacked permanent residency rights.

Human bones were recovered from a wreck car in Peene near Gützkow. Police are investigating if these remains connect to a missing person case from 1994, following earlier findings from 2004 related to a man missing since 1994.