From Babylon Berlin to 4 Blocks, series made in Germany are enjoying a moment in the spotlight. We analyze why German TV is sexy right now and ask if its popularity can continue.
It's the dawn of a new era in Bavaria but despite claims of a political earthquake, things might not change that much. One thing is for certain though: German politics is anything but boring.
The historic Bavarian election is causing ripples throughout German politics. From explaining who the Free Voters are to finding out if the AfD actually did well, we breakdown the important points.
A 250kg unexploded world war II bomb which forced the evacuation of more than 3,000 people in the eastern German city of Potsdam has been successfully defused.
Bavarians will go to the polls on Sunday in what commentators predict will be a "historic" election that will send shockwaves throughout Germany. We have a handy guide to explain what's happening.
There have been more civil servant state secretaries called ‘Hans’ in the German government than there have been women, an investigation has found.
Yazidi campaigner Nadia Murad, who has won the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize along with Congolese physician Denis Mukwege, has been praised by Angela Merkel and the German region that offered her a home.
Germans are known for their love of bread, with more than 3,200 different types on offer every day in 11,000 bakeries across the country.
But a new study says bread and bakery goods are also causing a lot of food waste.
As head of the GDR, Erich Honecker dictated the lives of millions of Germans. The Local met East Germany-born filmmaker Thomas Grimm, who has been researching the Honecker family for nearly 20 years to find out who they really were and what happened to them.
From rich history with musical roots to sweet treats, revolution and a diverse alternative scene, Leipzig, in the former East Germany, has a place in our hearts.
Campaigners fighting for the rights of Brits living in Germany are urging expats to inquire about citizenship ahead of Brexit - even if they don’t think they qualify.
The former communist east Germany has made major progress but is still lagging behind the west nearly three decades after reunification, according to a new study.
Learning the language is difficult, but understanding German etiquette, such as when to use ‘Sie’ or ‘du’, is a much harder thing to master, argues The Local’s Rachel Loxton.
You’re having a picnic in the park with delicious sandwiches, Kartoffelsalat and maybe even a selection of Kuchen. Nothing is going to spoil it...except maybe one tiny thing.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD)'s popularity is growing despite a series of controversies. Now, as it faces calls for state surveillance over perceived ties with far-right extremists, we asked what it means for the party's future.
As two youth wings of Alternative for Germany (AfD) are dissolved and politicians call for the whole party to be put under surveillance by authorities, we analyze what's going on.
When it comes to big issues, like world politics or climate change, it's safe to say things aren't that great at the moment.
So in all the doom and gloom, sometimes you’ve just got to make the most of what you’re given...and this year that was a long, hot and, at times, simply unbearable summer.
Through rain or shine, gay pride in Germany is always guaranteed to pull in a big crowd. As Berlin gets ready to stage its 40th Christopher Street Day (CSD) demonstration on Saturday, The Local looked back at how Germany has marked pride in recent years.
Learning both sport and political tactics is important following Mesut Özil's resignation from the German side on Monday, according to a prominent sports scientist.
After England narrowly missed out on a World Cup final this year, we look back at the time the squad’s other halves stole the spotlight in Baden-Baden and ask: has this unassuming spa town on the edge of the Black Forest always been the secret rock star of Germany?
Pro-choice campaigners have a serious message in their fight for reproductive rights. But a group of expats in Berlin is aiming to provide some light relief on the issue of abortion by inviting people to party together.
