The TV station rheinmaintv reports on current events in the area around Frankfurt.
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The carnival street parades are in full gear. One of the most prestigious and largest parades traditionally takes place on Rose Monday in Mainz. Video courtesy of rheinmaintv.
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The Frankfurt Music Trade Fair has everything for the musician that the music industry has to offer, from tiny bells to the world's largest loudspeaker. For classic metal fans, Scorpions guitarist Rudolf Schenker is interviewed too! A video from rheinmaintv.
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Even after the mild winter, people in Frankfurt are happy about the warm, summer-like temperatures already in March. Here are some comments from some people soaking up the sun on the on the banks of the Main River. A video from rheinmaintv.
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With temperatures of 20° Celsius (68° Fahrenheit) or more, the sun is shining brightly, the birds are chirping, and the trees are sprouting leaves. No doubt, spring is finally here! This is the time of year when even animals seem to be in a good mood. A video from rheinmaintv. Viel Spaß beim Zuschauen!
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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.
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Due to nationwide strikes in the social service sector, many daycare centers remain closed. Supported by many parents, low paid childcare workers in Steinbach have taken to the streets with their demands for better pay!
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Since 2011, an effort has been underway to reconstruct Frankfurt’s Old Town according to architectural models from the 16th to the 19th centuries. However, the new construction is about more than just attracting tourists: The changes are also delighting residents of the city, who are eager to sign up for tours.
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The Moria refugee camp, on the Greek island of Lesbos, is characterized by crowded tents, mountains of garbage, and inhumane and unsanitary conditions. In summer 2020, Rhaja Horst traveled there to devote her time and energy to helping the refugees. The 19-year-old student from Reckenroth, a municipality in the Rhein-Lahn district, spent eight weeks at Moria giving German lessons. She encourages other who are interested in helping out to join an NGO and go.
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Many cities have a litter problem – food waste, cigarette butts, and bottles scattered around the parks and pathways. But humans are not always the culprits!
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After pool season is over for humans, Frankfurt’s outdoor Silobad allows dogs to stop by for a dip in the cool water. Whether they’re fetching their toys or barking from the sidelines, the dogs have the place all to themselves!
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Our fearless reporter joins the cheerleaders of Frankfurt Universe to learn a few steps — and find out what makes cheerleading both challenging and fun.
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The coronavirus pandemic has hit retailers particularly hard. Wiesbaden's "StadtMomente" campaign aims to attract more foot traffic to the city center in order to keep shops afloat.
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The European Week of Sport is intended to encourage people to get more exercise and try new activities. Reporter Christian Seelmann headed over to TG Bornheim for some judo training with world champion Alexander Wieczerzak. Will he be able to keep up with a group of six-year-olds?
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Entering school is always a big deal for any small child. Now see it multiplied by three, as the Winkelmann family watches their triplets all begin first grade.
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