Beyond punctuality: surprising German habits at the office
Sparkling wine and cake at work? As much as Germans are renowned for their punctuality and frequent, well-organized meetings, beyond the stereotypes, there is an unsuspected festive culture in office…
German minister pushes for free trade deal ahead of Africa trip
Germany’s development minister Gerd Müller is promoting a "customs-free trade deal in Africa" ahead of his seven-nation Africa visit. Experts say the real issues are being ignored.When it comes to…
Oscar-winning director Danny Boyle quits new Bond movie
The next 007 movie has lost the "Trainspotting" filmmaker over "creative differences." Meanwhile, as Idris Elba denied being cast as the future Bond, fans can keep speculating on Daniel Craig's…
Five things that could cause Bayern Munich trouble in 2018-19
Nico Kovac's inexperience, too much focus on the Champions League and a disgruntled Robert Lewandowski, are just some of the challenges Bayern Munich must overcome this season.1. A new coach,…
Finding skilled labor in Germany: ‘It’s never been so hard’
As the German economy goes from strength to strength, it's become increasingly difficult for businesses to recruit urgently needed staff. Hardy Graupner has mingled with entrepreneurs in a small community…
Brexit Diaries 42: The Muppet Show continues
Summer break is over and Brexit continues: shock and awe about Brexit plans, no deal is no problem and the inevitable return of Nigel Farage. DW's Barbara Wesel writes from…
Bitcoin ‘hodlers’ await next cryptocurrency growth spurt
A further drop in the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies has recently left investors nursing heavy losses. Many proponents are holding out for a new breakout, if their digital…
Polina Semionova voted Female Dancer of the Year
The Berlin-based Russian star ballerina Polina Semionova was honored by the prestigious yearly survey of international critics published by Tanz magazine.Currently a principal dancer with the Berlin State Ballet, Semionova,…
Bundesliga: Marco Reus could be the answer to Borussia Dortmund’s search for a striker
BVB have just barely advanced to the second round of the German Cup, and the striker question lingers. After Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's departure came Michy Batshuayi, but now what? Perhaps they…
French energy giant Total officially pulls out of Iran
France's Total had signed up last year to a $4.8 billion Iranian gas field project. However, it was forced to backtrack after the US threatened to impose penalties on any…