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Tens of thousands celebrate the fall of the Berlin Wall 35 years ago

Germany's capital hosted open-air concerts, art installations and official events commemorating one of the country's most historic days in the 20th century.

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Art installation marks Berlin Wall's 35th anniversary

Germany commemorated the 35th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall with a stunning art installation in Berlin.

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What does the German government break down mean for Europe?

The German government's collapse, which came just hours after US President Donald Trump was elected for a second time, has sent shockwaves throughout Europe. But what does it mean for the rest of the EU?

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Manhunt in Berlin after bag with explosives abandoned at train station

Police in Germany say the search is ongoing but that the identity of the suspect and circumstances behind the incident are unknown.

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Baby pygmy hippo Toni’s underwater debut delights Berlin Zoo visitors

Berlin Zoo delighted visitors this week with underwater views of baby pygmy hippo Toni, born on 3 June to mother Debbie.

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Lufthansa Group reports stronger earnings after healthy summer travel

Lufthansa Group has announced an increase in revenue for the past quarter, boosted by robust summer travel demand. However, cost surges and delays in aircraft deliveries continued to affect the group.

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Rave on rails: Trains in Europe where you can party while you travel

Onboard parties are part of the push to make trains more appealing as travellers seek sustainable alternatives to flying.

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Scholz criticises EU car tariffs ahead of European Council meeting

Chancellor Olaf Scholz defended the German government's position on foreign and economic policies in the Bundestag ahead of his meeting with the European Council in Brussels later this week.

Art

Claude Monet’s cityscapes shine in two new major European exhibitions

Two major exhibitions on Claude Monet have opened in Europe, with London’s Courtauld Gallery showcasing his iconic Thames series and Berlin’s Alte Nationalgalerie focusing on his rare Paris cityscapes.

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Can getting creative with office space solve Berlin's housing crisis?

Two German entrepreneurs have been converting old factories and disused office spaces into affordable apartments in Berlin for years. As rents spiral in the German capital, Euronews met them to ask if such projects could be a feasible solution for the housing crises dominating Europe.

Art

How Olafur Eliasson will take over Piccadilly Circus and Times Square

Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson is set to take over some of the world’s biggest public spaces in his most impressive installation piece yet.

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How do you make Europe's rail network faster?

On Monday, rail sector specialists spent a six-hour train ride attempting to figure out how to fix a network that's fragmented, expensive and arguably holding back European growth.

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Iconic Berlin music institution to permanently close after 22 years

The iconic Berlin club Watergate will shut its doors at the end of 2024, with the team citing “enormous financial pressure” as one of the reasons behind the closure.

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Could Brussels get Germany's new border controls revoked?

The German government ordered spot passport controls at all its land borders from Monday morning, going against the EU's free movement principle.

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IFA Berlin at 100: Tech highlights from this year's electronics fair

Lighter, faster, more practical: IFA Berlin's hundreds of exhibitors showed off their latest innovations in electronics for consumers and pros alike.

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IFA Berlin: Manufacturers present tech solutions to cut energy bills

How can you slash the energy used at home? New kitchen and household appliances can make a difference, manufacturers say at the IFA Berlin electronics show.

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Why is Germany strengthening its border controls now?

Germany is set to impose stricter border controls with several neighbouring countries starting next week, following deadly migrant attacks that fueled far-right gains in recent state elections.

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IFA Berlin 2024: Best AI-powered innovations to run your home

How can AI and other tech help make running your home and kitchen more efficient? There were plenty of new ideas from top manufacturers at IFA Berlin.

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German activists say cars are being given priority on streets

Berlin’s local government is facing lawsuits and criticism that its policies are endangering cyclists amid nationwide protests urging more space for those riding bikes.

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Sun-powered beer: Berlin brewery gets creative with no-waste approach

This Berlin brewery's innovative take on sustainability has seen it use rooftop solar panels to fuel its beermaking, feed spent grain to local cows and sell its beer in tins.