The Berliner Schnauze, while seemingly rude and antisocial, can reveal itself to be quite endearing over time. If anything, it can teach a Brit a thing or two about getting to the point, one writer found.
The number of babies born in Germany has decreased for the first time in the last three years, with new statistics showing the birth rate is falling in 14 of the 16 federal states.
Rocketing rent costs are a big concern to many living in or planning to move to Germany. But there are some changes that could help ease the situation.
The German government is set to approve on Friday a number of laws in its climate protection package on Friday. From more expensive plane tickets to higher commuter allowances, here's how they could affect you.
58 years ago today, August 13th 1961, the first border fences were erected around the border of West Berlin, in what would quickly become the Berlin Wall. So what were the events leading up to 1961? How and why was the Wall built, even though "nobody had the intention" to do so?
A politician stated this that many parents are turning away from Germany's public schools in favour of private ones. We look at all of the reasons private schools are growing throughout the country.
Around 1.6 million people work in the care sector in Germany. But almost 40,000 jobs are unfilled — and demand is growing due to an ageing population. What happens now?
More education for drivers, extra lighting and efficient maintenance: these are some of the suggestions from Local readers on how to improve Germany’s famous Autobahn network.
Although the former GDR may not be first on everyone's list for exciting tourist destinations, these UNESCO World Heritage sites in the former East will make you think twice before planning that next getaway.
New Zealand-German wildlife director and editor talks with us about the inspiration for her breathtaking film Symphony on Skies, which airs on Saturday, September 22nd in Berlin.
Journalist Rachel Stern’s image of Germany before she arrived was comprised largely of sausages and beer. So she was surprised when the environment she found herself in spurred her on to compete in triathlons.
Whether you're looking to fully integrate your children into the German education system, keep them in an international environment, or perhaps a bit of both, we spoke to expat parents in Deutschland to discover how they went about choosing a school for their kids.
Criminal statistics revealed on Tuesday that Frankfurt was once again the German city with the most registered crimes per head last year. But this has little to do with violence on the city’s streets.
After a decade of being completely free, we are asking loyal readers of The Local to become paying Members. But why are we doing this? In the time-honoured tradition of The Local, co-founder James Savage gives ten reasons.
By appointing a new State Minister for Digitalization, Germany claims it is about to become a global leader on digitalization. But one of the government's former senior cyber advisors explained to The Local that Germany has a very long road to walk.
The number of Germans who are satisfied with the EU has increased following Britain's vote to leave, with over 70 percent saying membership is good for the country's economy and security.
2009 was more than a triumphant election year for the pro-business Free Democratic Party (FDP) and the eco-friendly Green party. They each made a record number of new members.
