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Germany marks Amini death anniversary, vows support for Iranian people
Jina Mahsa Amini died in the custody of Iran’s morality police, sparking huge anti-government protests. One year later, Germany’s foreign minister said Berlin won’t “leave the people of Iran on their own.”https://ouo.io/rsXToj
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Namibia’s first opera comes to Berlin
“Chief Hijangua” references the complicated relationship between Germany and Namibia. It aims to provoke discussion about history and common struggles.https://ouo.io/Fd3zsh7
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Dirndl or no? How ‘Barbie’ impacts Germany’s Oktoberfest
Germany is known the world over for its beer-guzzling fall festival. Even though it’s a highly traditional event, DW’s Louisa Schaefer says new fashion trends can be seen at the fun-loving celebration.https://ouo.io/88ZXNA
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Researchers reveal benefits of exercise as an antidepressant
As Dusseldorf hosts the Invictus Games for wounded soldiers, therapists and researchers have been discussing the effects of exercise on people with mood disorders. They say sports can help people overcome depression.https://ouo.io/c9jQcvZ
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Researchers examine exercise as an anti-depressant
With Düsseldorf hosting the Invictus Games for wounded soldiers, there is discussion about the effects of exercise on people with mood disorders. Therapists and researchers say sports can help people overcome depression.https://ouo.io/Bwq5SO
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Top German court refers Kraftwerk ‘pastiche’ case to ECJ
A decades-old dispute over a two-second drum sample from German electropop band Kraftwerk has been sent back to Europe’s top court. The case raises fundamental questions about copyright, plagiarism and artistic freedom.https://ouo.io/4cBV2G
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Morocco earthquake: What makes buildings resilient to the disaster?
Quakes kill few, but resulting building collapse kills many more. How do we keep people safe in their own homes?https://ouo.io/5pEfB4
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Morocco’s deadly earthquake destroys cultural sites
UNESCO World Heritage sites as well as priceless historical landmarks were severely damaged by the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Morocco.https://ouo.io/zffKq6
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German sandal maker Birkenstock heads to US stock market
Soon Birkenstocks won’t just be available at shoe stores. The German company has now filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange.https://ouo.io/6XM72Q
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Francis Kere: Pioneer of social architecture
His career began with a school built in his village in Burkina Faso. Many award-winning designs followed. Francis Kere builds ecologically and socially. He is now receiving the Praemium Imperiale for his life’s work.https://ouo.io/stHsaV