Tagesschau Drops 'Damen und Herren' from Traditional Greeting

Germany's flagship news program adopts a streamlined, gender-neutral introduction following audience feedback.

The Tagesschau has removed the phrase 'meine Damen und Herren' from its nightly greeting, effective November 21, 2024.
The new introduction is 'Guten Abend, ich begrüße Sie zur Tagesschau,' aimed at being more modern and accessible.
The change aligns with preferences expressed in a qualitative audience survey conducted by the broadcaster, NDR.
Reactions have been mixed on social media, with some praising the update as progressive and others criticizing it as unnecessary or ideological.
This adjustment is part of broader efforts by the Tagesschau to modernize its format and adopt a more conversational tone.