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22/01/2025

German Chancellor not invited to Trump inaugeration, but AfD was.

While leading German politicians fear the worst from Trump's second presidency, German parties are taking very different approaches to him. The far-right AfD is delighted, and was even invited to Trump's inauguration.

12/01/2025

American troops at Dachau liberation.

Why U.S. soldiers shot Dachau concentration camp guards?

30/12/2024

A quick guide to German elections

On the surface, the German electoral system is similar to that of most other Western countries, although it does have its own quirks and peculiarities. DW explains.
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On the surface, the German electoral system is similar to that of most other Western countries, although it does have its own quirks and peculiarities. DW explains.

29/12/2024

Germany Handmade Glass Christmas Ornaments

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23/12/2024

The end of WWI (audio)

09/12/2024

Christmas Markets come to us once a year bringing joy and good cheer.

27/11/2024

Why are Germany's Christmas markets so special?

The growing winter gloom marks the start of the season of lights, contemplation and the desire to take things slowly. In Germany, the Christmas markets are opening their doors and invite you to do more than just shop.
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The growing winter gloom marks the start of the season of lights, contemplation and the desire to take things slowly. In Germany, the Christmas markets are opening their doors and invite you to do more than just shop.

09/11/2024

November 9 pogroms showed coming N**i brutality.

Jews saw thousands of their synagogues, shops and homes destroyed by N**i-aligned mobs on the night 09.11.1938. While the world was shocked, there were no strong reactions in the aftermath of the pogroms.
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06/11/2024

Germans are happier than they were last year — study

People in Germany reported they were happier in 2024 than they were in previous years. In five states, life satisfaction reached or exceeded pre-pandemic levels.
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People in Germany reported they were happier in 2024 than they were in previous years. In five states, life satisfaction reached or exceeded pre-pandemic levels.

23/09/2024

Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package

More than Bavarians in lederhosen balancing frothing beer mugs and fried sausages, the world's largest folk festival is becoming more inclusive and eco-friendly.
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More than Bavarians in lederhosen balancing frothing beer mugs and fried sausages, the world's largest folk festival is becoming more inclusive and eco-friendly.

18/09/2024

What's the secret of Bavaria's Deggendorf dumplings?

Deggendorf, in eastern Bavaria, is famous for its dumplings. How do these fluffy lumps of bread define the town's identity? And how are they made?
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Deggendorf, in eastern Bavaria, is famous for its dumplings. How do these fluffy lumps of bread define the town's identity? And how are they made?

30/08/2024

Munich Subway (U-Bahn) history

29/07/2024

Taylor Swift in Munich (27.07. & 28.07.)

22/07/2024

While "Operation Valkyrie" failed to kill Adolf Hi**er in July 1944, the plotters showed a better Germany was possible, said Chancellor Olaf Scholz. He urged people not to be "resigned" to the forces of history.

15/07/2024

Opposing the N**is was dangerous, but that did not stop some brave and committed women, whose actions offer timeless lessons on defiance against tyranny.

10/06/2024