British people might like to tell themselves that the empire was built on a stiff upper lip. But Germany’s attitude of giving things time to heal seems much more appropriate to the modern workplace, writes Floraidh Clement.
The number of home burglaries has decreased significantly in Germany, according to data The Local acquired from the German Criminal Office. We look at where - and how - they occur.
Take this quiz to find out just how German you’ve really become. If you get over 90% you are probably scoffing down pumpernickel at this very moment while memorizing the middle names of the deutsche Mannschaft.
If you've ever wondered whether it's a wise or cost-saving idea to invest in an offshore pension plan, there's a good chance you aren't alone. A tax expert for internationals based in Germany has given The Local some insight on the topic.
The new US ambassador to Germany has proved so unpopular in his first few weeks in the job that some politicians have called for him to be expelled from the country. Would this be the right move? Share your opinions below.
After passing her test in Canada with an automatic car, The Local’s Shelley Pascual had no idea what she was letting herself in for when she jumped into an Auto in Deutschland and found herself confronted with a gear stick.
On Wednesday we published an opinion article which argued that Germany’s foreign population should be much louder in demanding its rights in Germany. What are your thoughts on this topic?
While some people rave about how pleasant it is to cycle in Germany, what with the abundance of bike lanes everywhere, is it really all that? What are the areas you think can be improved? And have you ever committed a rookie cyclist’s mistake? Members are encouraged to log in and share their experience in the comments section below.
On April 11th 1968, a right-wing fanatic shot Rudi Dutschke three times from point blank range. The assassination attempt on the leader of the student movement sparked revolt on Germany’s streets.
We've been asking you what you want from The Local, and one of the most frequent replies has been that you'd like to see fewer ads. Well now, if you're a Member of The Local, we can offer you just that.
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.
Several million crimes are committed in Germany every year. From Mecklenburg to Marburg, from Freiburg to Friesland, police have their work cut out tracking down criminals. We take a closer look at the crimes, the culprits, the victims, and where they are.
