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Germany

G7 pledge to decarbonise energy sectors by 2035

After three days of talks, G7 Ministers made a bid to tackle global warming with a number of pledges which will be presented to leaders next month at the G7 summit in Elmau, Germany - moves which have been largely welcomed by climate activists.

27/05/2022

Green News

G7 countries fight to prioritise climate goals as Ukraine war rages on

The G7 consists of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

26/05/2022

Culture news

Europe's best LGBTQ+ museums celebrating queer history

To celebrate the opening of the UK's first permanent LGBTQ+ museum, we take a look at the queer museums of Europe.

11/05/2022

Culture news

Depression, love and diarrhoea: Meet Moni Zhang, the comic from Wuhan

Skewering Western habits and reflecting on a troubled childhood in China, Zhang is a modern stand-up and mental health advocate.

06/05/2022

Art

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.

27/04/2022

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

24/02/2022

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Protest in Paris and Berlin over Russia action on Ukraine

Protest in Paris and Berlin over Russia action on Ukraine

23/02/2022

Germany

Driver who had epileptic fit and crashed guilty of negligent homicide

Four people died after his car veered onto the pavement.

17/02/2022

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.

17/02/2022

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.

01/02/2022

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.

13/01/2022

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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.

29/12/2021

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.

20/12/2021

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.

14/12/2021

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.

14/12/2021

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.

12/12/2021

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.

10/12/2021

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.

07/12/2021

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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

29/11/2021

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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.

28/11/2021