Features 2020

Seventy-five years ago today, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) was founded. For a long time, it has been the party of stability and economic success. But it had its problems too. The next one is right around the corner.

The world loves its share of Beethoven, driving BMWs and consuming Black Forest cake. German products are definitely in demand. But what about movies?

Thousands of jobs will be lost with the closure of 62 'Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof' department stores. While they are shutting down branches, the owners are…

The Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) is in a struggle for survival. At this stage only few believe the next party leaders will be able to improve things.

Brandenburg Gate is the center of Berlin. If it was not there, it would have to be built, for those millions of tourists to take selfies at. Hey, what about the…

The legendary singer and multi-talent Lionel Richie was going to tour Germany and millions of other countries this year. But, thanks to Corona, he will have to…

In Berlin's Neukölln district, a Hindu temple will be completed soon. It will not only be the second-largest one in Europe, but also the most beautiful one.

Berlin's Tegel Airport will be closing for ever on November 8th, 2020. There was supposed to be a temporary closure even before, because of the Corona…

I wanted to take part in the Berlin Marathon last year, but ran into a long list of issues. For instance, why would anyone register for a Marathon after it…

Until Corona hit, flying could be rather annoying, because of all the waiting, the crowds and the long walks to the gates. It just became even more annoying.