Berlin's wild 1920s queer history
Before the Nazis took power, Berlin was a center of LGBTQ+ rights and queer culture, with research institutes, a flourishing …
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Teen discovers first ancient Greek artifact found in Berlin
A 13-year-old stumbled upon a coin from ancient Troy — an extremely rare find in Germany. Experts say it may …
Nueva Germania: The failed 'Aryan project' in Paraguay
A new home for the "Aryan race." That was what German emigrants envisioned when they founded Nueva Germania in Paraguay …
The rise and fall of East Germany's Palace of the Republic
From 1976 through 1990, the building in East Berlin served as a symbol of the communist state's power. The "People's …
The silent power of memes
They are funny, provocative and sometimes tasteless. But memes are also powerful political tool, shaping our perception — usually without …
Unpacking the 2026 Venice Biennale controversies and highlights
Following the return of Russia to the Biennale, the EU said it will carry out its threat to cut its …
A booklover's dream holiday in Scotland
As UNESCO celebrates World Book Day on April 23, we visit a Scottish coastal town that was saved by books.
The gay scandal that shook the German Empire
Germany's last emperor, a gilded porcelain vase and a general who had a heart attack in a pink tutu: The …
2026 Goethe Medal: Meet the recipients
Though they work in different fields and countries, what unites them is their focus on a Europe in transition: Arvo …
'Rose' and the piece of fabric that embodies gender politics
As the film starring Sandra Hüller is released in Germany, DW talked to director Markus Schleinzer about why women passing …