May 1st celebrates the 20th anniversary of the EU's eastward expansion, with numerous European cities joining in the commemorations. Berlin illuminates its primary landmark in honor of this occasion.
LiteratureGlobal footballer Toni Kroos is hailed for his enchanting pass against Bayern. The midfielder acknowledges his teammate's contribution to the play.
LiteratureRafael Nadal's retirement tour comes to an abrupt halt; however, the accomplished Spanish tennis player finds the results in Madrid encouraging.
TechnologyGaleria Karstadt Kaufhof is shutting down additional stores, with three outlets in Berlin facing potential shutdown. One possible exception remains.
LiteratureIn commemoration of its first anniversary on May 1st, the Deutschlandticket has seen an uptick in public transport usage while also highlighting its drawbacks.
LiteratureSociety's treatment of each other is lacking, based on a Forsa survey. A significant portion of Germans perceive a decline in this area.
PoliticsA German presuming to be the parent of a foreign kid can impede the mother's deportation. There are frequent rumors of monetary transactions in fictitious paternal claims.
PoliticsA two-time police murderer from Kusel faces trial for poaching, among other crimes. Eventually, the verdict is neither a complete acquittal nor a conviction.
PoliticsA Velbert man, believed to be a right-wing extremist, intimidates law enforcement, prompting the mobilization of a specialized unit.
EconomyBorussia Dortmund enters the semi-finals against Paris Saint-Germain as the underdog team. The return of several recently absent players enhances their morale.
PoliticsHamburg anticipates a May Day filled with protests. The DGB is projecting thousands of attendees at their rallies, with the most significant gathering occurring at the fish market. The police are more focused on other demonstrations.
PoliticsProfessional cyclists from Germany, including Nils Politt and John Degenkolb, look forward to securing their first home victory in five years during the Eschborn-Frankfurt classic on Wednesday. However, the task will not be straightforward as they'll face stiff competition. Notable participants...
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