East Germany and the Success of EU Cohesion Policy: A Model for Future Funding

Shida Bazyar's novel "Die Lücken" secured the Deutscher Buchpreis, a victory many anticipated. However, the laureate's acceptance speech offered a genuine surprise. The jury, represented by Maha El Hissy, described Bazyar's work as a novel that "redefines the 'Heimatroman'" (a genre focuse

A night in Prague. Tomáš, a journalist and author in his sixties, wanders through Malá Strana below the castle. He carries the weight of personal tragedies, their impact softened only by the alcohol he regularly consumes. Seeking another drink, he enters the pub “The Duke of Burgundy,” where t

Moderator Annika Lau describes the challenges her son faces due to ADHD. Simple daily tasks like washing hands, dressing, and eating breakfast become difficult. Lau shares how the condition shapes their family's routine and a surprising method she uses: gargling with water. Original Context

Original Title: Merz-Besuch in Kiew: Vor der Trümmerkulisse richtet Merz eine Forderung an Putin Original Teaser: Russia escalates attacks on the Ukrainian capital even during Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit. He states: "We will persevere, and I personally will persevere." Content:

Christoph Waltz is a global star and a two-time Oscar winner. His unpredictable presence imbues even supporting characters with immense power. He is now turning seventy. You might find yourself seated next to Christoph Waltz at a Los Angeles garden party, where he casually pours more red

Three years after the Hamas attack on Israel, literature from Hebrew-speaking authors is finding it difficult to gain international traction. The Frankfurt Book Fair in 2026 falls close to the anniversary of the October 7th events, a period marked by significant literary output concerning the c