For the first time, Paris and Berlin will be directly connected by high-speed rail. The inaugural service will feature one train per day in each direction, with the first departure from Paris scheduled for 9:55 AM. The service aims to…
In Berlin, four young men were arrested following an attack on campaign workers from the Social Democratic Party (SPD) which left three people injured. The assailants, aged 16 to 19, are believed to have links to the far-right scene and…
Berlin’s recent propositions for sharp cutbacks to its cultural budget have sparked widespread outcry, threatening the viability of various artistic institutions and programs. Key facilities like the Werkbundarchiv face funding losses that could lead to job cuts and curtailed programming….
In Berlin’s Lichterfelde district, alleged right-wing extremists attacked a campaign stand of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), injuring a member of the party. The police arrested five attackers who were reportedly en route to a right-wing demonstration. The incident drew…
In response to a significant increase in shoplifting incidents, retailers in Berlin, such as Marc Andreas and Carolin Demski of the Reformhaus Demski, are investing heavily in security measures, including surveillance cameras and theft-proof packaging. Monthly losses average around 10,000…
As Berlin’s famous techno club Berghain turns 20, the reasons for its elusive image in the outside world are examined. The club’s operators prioritize privacy, employing a strict no-photo policy and an exclusive entrance managed by renowned bouncer Sven Marquardt….
In response to significant protests, the Berlin coalition government has revised its plan to cut €130 million from the cultural budget for 2025. Key cuts to youth theaters and major institutions like the Deutsches Theater and Schaubühne are being reduced…
The Grüne Woche, an international exhibition for food and agricultural products, will take place in Berlin from January 17 to 26, 2025. Organized by the Berlin Exhibition Company, the event will focus on current social topics such as climate protection…
The Berlin government plans to abolish the 29-Euro public transport ticket, a measure aimed at saving up to 300 million euros annually. Both the CDU and SPD agreed on this decision during budget discussions, despite the ticket being a campaign…
The Association of Greek Doctors in Berlin and Brandenburg is hosting ‘Health Day 2.0’ on December 1, 2024, at the Greek Community in Berlin. Following a successful first event, this initiative aims to provide valuable health information and support to…
In Berlin, youth players from the Jewish football club TuS Makkabi experienced antisemitic abuse and threats following a match on November 9. A group reportedly confronted the players verbally and later escalated the situation with physical intimidation using weapons. The…
In Berlin, a vibrant installation of 5,000 posters has been unveiled to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s fall. Community members, businesses, and even celebrities participated in workshops to create these artworks, echoing the spirit of freedom and…
