German train drivers are on strike for a second day, causing scores of cancellations around the country.

German rail operator Deutsche Bahn was able to keep some trains running, but the dpa news agency reported Thursday that two-thirds of its long-distance trains and between 40 percent and 85 percent of its local trains were cancelled, depending on the region.

The GDL union, which wants a 5 percent pay increase and shorter working hours, said last week talks with Deutsche Bahn had broken down.

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