Mobile World Congress 2018 — no chip off the old block
Next week, tens of thousands of tech enthusiasts will flock to the annual Mobile World Congress in Barcelona to discover the latest gadgets and the companies behind them. Here's a…
Andris Nelsons takes up the baton at the Gewandhaus Orchestra in Leipzig
One of the most sought-after conductors of our time, Latvian Andris Nelsons has officially taken on the role of conductor at the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, following in many famous footsteps.Andris…
Past Golden Bear winners: From Altman to Ang Lee
Fatih Akin, Miyazaki and Fassbinder each created exciting new cinematic worlds and duly won Berlinale Golden Bears. Before the 2018 trophy winner is announced, we look back at former recipients…
Winter Olympics: Second Russian tests positive for banned substance
A second Olympic Athlete from Russia has tested positive for a banned substance at the Winter Olympics. Nadezha Sergeeva, who finished 12th in the two-woman bobsleigh, tested positive for a…
Bundesliga preview: Relegation battle adds spice to fierce Nordderby
The Nordderby is always a fiercely contested affair. However, with the added threat of relegation looming over both Hamburg and Werder Bremen, the stakes will be even higher than usual…
Cannes polishes up its beach
The beach on the world-famous Croisette promenade is to be widened. There is fresh colour for the restaurants. The work is expected to be completed by the beginning of March…
Borussia Dortmund: Michy Batshuayi slams Europa League racist abuse
Borussia Dortmund striker Michy Batshuayi has accused Atalanta fans of racial abuse during a Europa League tie in Italy. The Belgian star complained on Twitter that he was subjected to…
Hiking where you might meet bears
Romania is developing its range of offers for tourists. Organizers are increasingly relying on tourism that's close to nature, such as guided hikes in the Carpathian Mountains - with encounters…
Our beautiful planet: Indonesia’s Mount Rinjani
Mount Rinjani dominates the landscape on the small Indonesian island of Lombok. It's a paradise for trekkers – but as an active volcano, Rinjani can be dangerous, reminding locals and…
Germany confirms 2017 surplus and GDP growth
Germany's statistics office has said the German state last year logged the highest annual surplus since the country reunited in 1990. The result came on the back of record-low unemployment…