Berlin
German security agencies face dilemma after victories for far-right, far-left
The idea of systematic exclusion from information sharing underlines the gravity of the tensions between political parties and the security services.
Can the darkest places inspire humanity’s brightest ideas? - opinion
'Unrestrained antisemitism': German politicians, Jewish leaders warn over Left Party’s rise
Germany’s Left Party, AfD win big in German state elections in setback for Merz’s CDU
Pro-Palestine protester assaults activist against antisemitism in Berlin
Preisler began public campaigning during the coronavirus but has been a regular feature of anti-antisemitism demonstrations in Berlin.
Empire State Building, other int'l landmarks light up orange in honor of Bibas family
Last week, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced that 14 landmarks throughout the state would be lit orange in their honor.
German police on alert after Islamic State calls for carnival attacks
The Festival of Love planned in the Dutch city of Rotterdam in early March was listed as a target on the collage featuring a bloody knife and the hashtag #LetsSlaughter.
New documentary commemorates 'Shoah' for 40th anniversary
“I do not hesitate to say that Shoah was the greatest event in the history of our festival, the Forum of the Berlinale, maybe also the greatest event of the Berlinale itself.”
Syrian refugee arrested for stabbing tourist in Berlin planned 'to kill Jews,' prosecutors say
The 30-year-old Spanish tourist underwent emergency surgery after sustaining injuries to his neck and was placed in an induced coma,
ISIS-affiliated Russian teen arrested for planning attack on Israeli embassy in Berlin
The teen reportedly became radicalized online and planned to travel to Africa to join ISIS.
Berlin Jewish community hides identity over fears of antisemitism
The number of antisemitic incidents in Berlin in the first half of 2024 was higher than the whole total for 2023.
High-end brand unveils future of fashion in Berlin: Reality meets fantasy
The Marc Cain Fashion show in Berlin revealed the new winter collection with an innovative blend of fashion and technology. Among the attendees: Alessandra Ambrosio and Michelle Hunziker.
Berlinale head spotlights Gaza hostages at festival opening
At this year’s festival, a new documentary by Shoval will be shown, Letter to David, about David Cunio’s kidnapping will be shown.
Berlin enforces strict knife ban in three neighborhoods starting February 15
Those found with prohibited weapons or knives in these zones face fines up to 10,000 euros for administrative offenses.
