Health

Coronavirus second wave: What we can expect in Germany this autumn and winter

As more districts in Germany are declared coronavirus hotspots, we look at how authorities are aiming to get the situation under control, and what we can expect in the coming months.

Renting

Update: What you need to know about the German property tax reform that affects us all

The Bundestag on Friday paved the way for the reform of Germany's property tax, which most of us have to pay in some form. Here’s what you need to know.

German reunification

Is Germany really united 30 years after the fall of the Wall?

A new study has highlighted major concerns of eastern Germans, 30 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Living in Germany

'Ja, ich will’: What it's like to get married in Germany

Germany is known for having some of Europe's highest bureaucratic hurdles to marriage, particularly if one partner is not German. We asked internationals to share their experiences of tying the knot.

Living in Germany

The complete guide to how you can (still) live cheaply in Berlin

There’s no denying that living costs in Berlin have skyrocketed over the past couple of years, but with a little savvy, you can still get by without burning a hole in your pocket.

Living in Germany

Everything you need to know about having a baby in Germany

Big life moments such as child birth can seem overwhelming in a foreign country, especially one as bureaucratic as Germany. But learn the ropes and you'll see that this is an excellent place to be pregnant.