Who should get a top-up Covid vaccination in Germany?
As world health experts monitor a Covid-19 variant that has recently become a dominant strain in many places, many people are wondering who should get a booster shot ahead of the flu season.
How to watch the Perseid meteor shower in Germany
The most visible meteor shower of the year in Germany is underway and will peak on Tuesday night. Here's how to give yourself the best chance to see a shooting star.
How to get certified translations for your German citizenship application
Most citizenship applicants in Germany will need to secure some translations of official documents. Here's the papers you might need and how to go about getting them.
The long German words you need to know (and some you don't)
German is renowned for its lengthy words. As you might expect, the most unwieldy ones can be found in the worlds of law and finance. We've trawled around to put together the most useful ones for you here (and we've included some just for fun).
German word of the day: Saure-Gurken-Zeit
The quiet period in summer when businesses close, cities empty and journalists struggle to find stories - has a couple of good names in German.
How much do you need to earn in Germany to buy a million euro home?
Thinking of purchasing your dream home in Germany? We look at how much you might have to earn to secure a high-end property - and where you can find a better deal.
Eight ways to enjoy summer like a German
From a prolonged vacation to lake days and eating seasonal produce, here's how to make the most of summer in Germany like a local.
Where can I dispose my old electronic devices in Germany?
Did you know that throwing out old electronics in the regular mixed trash is illegal in Germany? Here are the easiest ways to safely and legally dispose of e-waste in Germany.