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As many as four rather high towers are supposed to be erected at Berlin's Alexanderplatz. Some new architecture could enhance the square's appeal. Now, an argument about the height of one of those buildings has erupted.

Certain products from Germany are popular. Driving a new Audi A8 is a great experience. So is listening to a Beethoven symphony. Or consuming German bread.

Sometimes it is good to visit the neighbors, to see what they are doing. Our reporter ended up in Nijmegen three times in the past year. He found a beautiful…

Seventy-six years ago, the conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) was founded. For a long time, it has been Germany's party of stability and economic success. Sure, the 'union' has had its problems. Now, it is preparing to lead the next government as well.

In Germany, the general elections are only 77 days away. Voters will have the choice between many parties. Quite a few of them are unconventional, to say the…

Today, the number of Berlin's 'U-Bahn' train stations increased to 175. The nicest one of them all is 'Museum Island', the station that was inaugurated today.…

After the general elections in September, the German Greens intend to lead. There is a problem though. And there is an enlightening party history.

Looking at Germany's gender equality situation is rather frustrating. At least the country has a female head of government, you say? Sure, but not for much…

In the city state of Berlin, the Senate just changed the Corona rules. Starting on Saturday, the old restrictions in regard to indoor gatherings will not apply…

Every 90 seconds, one bicycle is stolen in Germany. In Berlin alone, one bike disappears every 17 minutes. Got a shiny, elegant bike? It will definitely be stolen unless you protect it properly. This is how.