Trainspotters have one last chance to see Berlin’s beloved Model 485s, known to fans as “Coke Cans,” before the city decommissions the last of its GDR S-Bahn trains.https://ouo.io/0RjmCd

Due to Pakistan’s British colonial past, English literature has always been popular in the South Asian country. German writers come in second, but they made their mark for reasons more political than literary.https://ouo.io/NVXiFgb

While the world celebrates typically celebrates carnival in February, a few German carnival strongholds actually get an early start at it, on 11/11 every year. Here are 11 unusual and colorful Rhineland traditions.https://ouo.io/96Vd4

Jews saw thousands of their synagogues, shops and homes destroyed by Nazi mobs on the night of November 9, 1938. While the world was shocked, there were no strong reactions in the aftermath of the pogroms.https://ouo.io/MBjTYu

As the US actors’ union agree to a new deal with studios and streamers, they come out as the winners of the historical strike, showing a power shift in Hollywood.https://ouo.io/ROd7ib

The traveling exhibition ‘The Mystery of Banksy — A Genius Mind’ is attracting hundreds of thousands of people worldwide. But what is behind the show? And what does Banksy actually say about it?https://ouo.io/7Ajor0

The deal will ensure actors receive a pay increase. It also includes provisions for consent and compensation aroudn the use of Ai to clone actors’ likenesses.https://ouo.io/pFx2II

On the night of November 9, 1938, Jews were the victims of pogroms carried out in plain sight. Thousands of synagogues, shops and homes were destroyed. While the world was shocked, reactions weren’t strong.https://ouo.io/HT6Dpb

Bacteria to optimize digestion and extend life? Here’s the story of an ancient superfood and what makes it so special: Bulgarian yogurt.https://ouo.io/4eTU3O

Now in her 80s, the superstar has wowed audiences for decades, receiving accolades from Grammys and Emmys to Oscars. As she releases “My Name is Barbra,” she still sees herself as the girl next door.https://ouo.io/BBzRwE