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Ukrainian artists forced to flee form art community in Berlin

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has forced millions to flee the country, among them are some of the country's most talented artists. Many fled to Germany, and in Berlin, they've gathered at a workspace where they share ideas and the difficult feelings sparked by the war.

Travel News

Ukraine's colours light up European monuments in show of solidarity

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine commences, European monuments light up in solidarity with the besieged nation

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Protest in Paris and Berlin over Russia action on Ukraine

Protest in Paris and Berlin over Russia action on Ukraine

Germany

Driver who had epileptic fit and crashed guilty of negligent homicide

Four people died after his car veered onto the pavement.

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Culture news

Women win big at Berlinale as 'Alcarràs’ takes home Golden Bear

The prize list at one of Europe's biggest festivals was dominated by female talent with gold and silver bears going to a host of female directors and actors.

Germany

Suspect in Berlin motorway attack detained in psychiatric hospital

Judges said the incident was not an Islamist attack but ruled that the man still posed a danger to society.

Culture news

Berlin International Film Festival to go ahead in-person

The festival will go ahead without its usual parties and receptions – though attendees should expect mask mandates and a reduced capacity.

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Animals at Berlin zoo snack on Christmas trees

Animals living at Zoo Tiergarten in Berlin enjoyed a belated Christmas dinner on Wednesday when they were treated to unsold Christmas trees.

Germany

Germany remembers victims of 2016 Christmas market attack in Berlin

"The state has not been able to keep its promise of protection, security, and freedom," said Germany's president as the country commemorated the fifth anniversary of the 2016 Christmas market attack in Berlin.

The Kitchen

Kumpel & Keule’s Martin Temlitz shares his Berlin-style liver recipe

The dish originally had a long name, but thanks to popular rule, it's been shortened and claimed by Berlin.

The Kitchen

Chef Ann-Sophie Raemisch shares her Pepper / Zucchini / Polenta recipe

Polenta - some love it, some hate it. Thing is, the chef says, most people cook it incorrectly.

Cinema

Bosnian film 'Quo Vadis, Aida?' wins top prize at European Film Awards

The 34th European Film Awards were held in Berlin on Saturday. Bosnian film "Quo Vadis, Aida?" was the ceremony's big winner taking home the best film and best director awards.

Culture news

European Film Awards: Finalists showcase the diversity of Europe

Last year's European Film Awards also took place as a virtual event, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Germany

German family deaths linked to fake COVID certificate, says prosecutor

The man suspected of killing his family and himself left a note indicating that he was afraid of being arrested after obtaining the fake certificate, investigators say.

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Santas deliver early Christmas cheer in Berlin

A group of Santa Clauses gathered in Berlin's Tierpark (animal park) on Sunday to kick off the Christmas holiday season

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Berlin: 6000 green lights in solidarity with migrants in Belarus

A collective of NGOs placed 6,000 green lights in front of the Bundestag to demand the reception of migrants blocked at the border between Poland and Belarus.

Germany

Berlin Christmas market opens while COVID forces others to stay closed

A Christmas market in Berlin opened on Monday, one of a few that will do so as the country faces the fourth wave of COVID-19.

Germany

Embassy worker in Berlin died in 'tragic accident', says Russia

Der Spiegel has reported that the man was a 35-year-old Russian diplomat who fell from the embassy building in Berlin.

Germany

German judiciary worker accused of leaking information to conspiracist

A former employee at Berlin's public prosecutor's office allegedly told Attila Hildmann that an arrest warrant had been issued for him, allowing the conspiracist to flee the country.

Germany

Berlin police apologise for Holocaust memorial press-up images

The images were reportedly taken in May as police were dispersed across the German capital.

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