The world population continues to grow and time is running out for a solution to the energy question. The Rhein-Main-Neckar Region is working on some concrete answers with the Green Region Initiative.

Somewhere between 150,000 (according to police) and 250,000 (according to event organizers) took to the streets of Berlin to protest the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). Read more here about the international Stop TTIP initiative.

A representative of the worldwide company Schaeffler Group talks about what the company looks for in new employees.

New technology championed by auto insurance companies in Germany has made it possible for cars to automatically notify emergency services in the event of an accident. Find out how it works in this video.
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In Hesse, employment is up. Survey results show that even small companies are thriving in many different industries. Furthermore, the arrival of workers from other countries is benefiting the region.

The online trade broker xtb hosted a contest based on virtual investments. The prize? A brand new Mercedes SL convertible worth 85,000 euros.

The type of car you drive has an effect on how much you pay for auto insurance in Germany. This video explains a bit about how the rates are determined.
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Eva explains the various steps for submitting a job application in Germany and some of the related vocabulary. Enjoy!

Cettina and Jenny demonstrate how to call a company regarding an open job position and make an appointment for an interview.

Melanie goes to her interview and is asked about her education and skills in marketing.

Waiting for the phone to ring is nerve-wracking, but luckily there's good news!

Do you remember when Barack Obama visited Berlin? Chancellor Angela Merkel talks about the values shared by Germany and the United States, and the political relationship between the countries.

After accepting the job, Melanie goes to her first day of work at her new company.

Eva talks about job interviews, and provides an example of some of the questions that might come up.

Melanie Schmidt has done well since being hired at Kommunikation und mehr, and has received a promotion. In this episode, she navigates a tricky work situation with another employee.