China’s coal addiction lingers
China's central government wants to transition away from coal, but local officials…
When Charlie Chaplin imitated Adolf Hitler
Premiering 75 years ago, it was the first major Hollywood production that…
German Word of the Year 2015 is ‘Flüchtlinge’ – refugees
The Society for the German Language has revealed the word encompassing this…
Sieren’s China: Reform of the People’s Liberation Army
By reforming the army, Chinese President Xi Jinping is not only enhancing…
In veiled threat to Ankara, Putin orders stronger military action against opponents in Syria
In a meeting with defense leaders, Vladimir Putin has called on the…
Born 100 years ago: Frank Sinatra’s ups and downs
The world celebrates Frank Sinatra on December 12. DW asked biographer Johannes…
Amsterdam unveils tips for wobbly tourists on their bikes
Navigating the busy, narrow streets of Amsterdam can be risky at times…
Website gives job hope to qualified refugees
Germany is a land of rules and regulations. And that's proving a…
Chinese feminist honored as 2015 ‘Global Thinker’
"Foreign Policy" magazine has listed Chinese feminist Li Ting-ting as one of…