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Nazi-looted art: Who owns this expressionist painting?
Disputed ownership of a work by artist Paula Modersohn-Becker may be the final case for a Nazi-looted art commission.
100 years of this iconic German design school
Bauhaus revolutionized the world of design. How do its innovative ideas live on today?
Bauhaus Dessau celebrates centennial amid far-right attacks
The Bauhaus marks its century with festival of modern art and architecture as it defies attacks from the far-right.
Dystopian futures and Gaza tragedy in focus at Venice
The 2025 Venice Film Festival will be remembered for films that bravely reflect on the wars and politics of the times.
Giorgio Armani, the minimalist, perfectionist fashion icon
Italian designer Giorgio Armani built an empire with elegant, timeless fashion. He died at the age of 91 in Milan.
Elegance doesn't age: Remembering Armani
Giorgio Armani built an empire well beyond the world of fashion.
"KPop Demon Hunters" — Netflix hit upends stereotypes
A team of superheroes, not a girl group: The animated movie "KPop Demon Hunters" portrays K-pop idols as demon hunters.
Children in art: A journey through history
From rulers to angels and street beggars: Why have children been depicted so differently across the centuries?
William Kentridge show explores South African roots
With the celebrated artist turning 70, a new German exhibition traces Kentridge's decades of artistic reinvention.
'The Haydn Expedition': A very democratic orchestra
The documentary film "The Haydn Expedition" tells the story of artistic freedom and democratic governance.
'Currydurst': Beer and curry ketchup in a glass
A new German beer with a curry ketchup flavor is set to test tastebuds as it celebrates Hamburg street food culture.
Taking the 'red pill': From meme to political ideology
Memes inspired by a cult sci-fi film have developed into a misogynist subculture worldwide.
Sexual harassment: German jogger fights back against voyeur
A woman tried to bring charges against a man who filmed her backside — only to find out that it wasn't a crime.
Goethe Medal 2025 for Osman Kavala
Cultural patron Osman Kavala backs the arts in Turkey – despite being imprisoned.
Goethe Medal 2025 for David Van Reybrouck
The Belgian archaeologist brings fresh views on colonial history and pushes for democratic renewal.
Goethe Medal 2025 for Li Yuan
Chinese linguist helps students learn German and fosters cross-cultural ties.
Fact check: Footage of Jerusalem from 1897 sparks debate
A viral video shows vibrant scenes of Jerusalem in 1897 — but how much of it is real? A different fact check.
Winners of 2025 Goethe Medal building cultural bridges
Osman Kavala, a philanthropist and activist currently imprisoned in Turkey, is among three 2025 Goethe Medal recipients.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announce engagement
Pop's top-selling star and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end plan to tie the knot after a courtship of around two years.
Venice Film Festival to shine with star-studded lineup
The 82nd Venice Film Festival, which kicks off August 27, is packed with must-see movies and potential Oscar picks.
Defying the war: A teenager's life in Kyiv
What's it like to grow up in the shadow of Russia's war on Ukraine? Anastasiia Kostenko shares an average day in Kyiv.
Hamra: Pulse of a city, mirror of a nation
The reopening of a revered cinema is a sign of Lebanon's capacity to start anew despite political and economic crises.
Controversial Berlin street name changed after legal battle
The renaming of a Berlin boulevard after Germany's first Africa-born scholar has finally happened, despite opposition.
Gamescom: How is Poland's gaming industry faring?
Several remarkable games have originated in Poland. But the gaming industry crisis is also affecting Polish games.
'Sound of Falling' is Germany's entry for the Oscars
The Cannes Jury Prize-winning drama by Mascha Schilinski will represent Germany in the best international film category.
How music is driving social change in Rwanda
Music is considered the universal language of humanity, as people connect through rhythm.
Who will be the next James Bond?
Who will follow Daniel Craig as 007? Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren insist James Bond should continue to be male.
Who was thong inventor Rudi Gernreich?
The thong was created by Austrian-born designer Rudi Gernreich, who didn't want to sexualize the body, but liberate it.
Gaza: When the oud plays, the war falls silent for a moment
Gaza's children continue to play music, defyings bombs, hunger and fear, offering a glimmer of hope.
Afghan Youth Orchestra: Resistance against the Taliban
Music is banned at home. But after fleeing the Taliban, the exiled Afghan Youth Orchestra is performing in Europe.
Serbia: Endemic spruce at risk of extinction due to heat
The Pancic spruce survived the last ice age, but experts fear it might not survive global warming.
What does birth control pill have to do with Auschwitz?
The pill gave women new freedom. But its development was based on brutal human experiments conducted in Auschwitz.
South Korea's top court rejects 'Baby Shark' copyright claim
The catchy tune known for its "doo doo doo doo doo doo" hook was not plagiarized, the court ruled.
Barbie's inspiration was a fictional German call girl
In August 1955 a German tabloid created the Lilli doll, a fantasy figure for men that would inspire the iconic Barbie.
Warming climate forces Bosnia to rethink tourism
Bosnia was popular for skiing, but less snowfall has prompted the tourism sector to turn to warm-weather activities.
Germany's strangest laws: Why dancing can get you fined
From dance to movies to sandcastle building bans, Germany has some bizarre and often archaic regulations.
Nigeria debates air rage 'double standards'
A woman was taken into custody for assaulting airline staff, while a well-known musician who disrupted a plane was not.
Taylor Swift's next album titled 'The Life of a Showgirl'
A post on the US superstar's website did not specify a release date.
Big picture: Guido van Helten's monumental murals
Australian artist Guido van Helten has painted massive murals on silos, dams and even near the front line in Ukraine.
Wim Wenders in his own words
Over his 50-year career, the prolific German auteur has made observations that are soundbites in themselves.
Wim Wenders: Cinema and the 'art of getting lost'
As Wim Wenders turns 80, a look at how travel and getting lost have shaped his films and global cinematic perspectives.
Netflix hit 'Wednesday' returns for season 2
Starting August 6, Wednesday returns to Nevermore Academy — and millions of global fans can't wait.
Kenya, Africa's home of country music
Country music has a loyal fan base in Kenya — and its popularity is growing steadily.
Unseen heroes — Sinti and Roma resist Nazis
Meet the Roma heroes who resisted the Nazis.
Hans Christian Andersen's timeless legacy
The prolific Danish writer died 150 years ago, yet his fairy tales still inspire young and old readers to this day.
Stasi: How the GDR kept its citizens under surveillance
Do all intelligence agents live like James Bond? A new book reveals the mundane lives of East German Stasi agents.
Will Australia's youth social media ban work?
The social media blackout for children under 16 aims to tackle a growing mental health crisis among young people.
Historian Karl Schlögel wins German Peace Prize
German author Schlögel was honored for work critiquing authoritarian regimes in eastern Europe from Stalin to Putin.
Before Labubu: Meet Tiemi, the East German Monchhichi
The Labubu toy craze was predated by the cuddly Monchhichi, which communist East Germany reprised in the form of Tiemi.
Wacken Open Air 2025: Germany's legendary metal festival
It's not just about metal music but a unique community and cultural experience. Five must-know things about W:O:A.
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