The weather in Mainz was perfect for the celebration of Rosenmontag with a huge parade, which people came from all over the region and the country to see.

This video uses virtual reality technology to allow viewers to experience the power of a volcano close-up.

Do you know what quantum physics involves? The thought experiment of Schrödinger's cat is a good way to understand the basic premise.

Fitness applications are some of the most successful examples of gamification at the moment. However, many scientists and corporations see a lot of potential for motivating people in the workplace as well.

"Gamification" may be an English word, but it is a topic that fascinates researchers all over the world. How can certain activities become more fun or motivational through gaming principles?

Jenny tells us the long and fascinating history of the town of Speyer and we get a glimpse of the town's landmark, its cathedral.

German rally driver Sepp Wiegand takes us through the basics of maintaining and driving a car in the snowy seasons.

In the Middle Ages, people were resourceful when it came to battles. A group of scholars has worked to recreate medieval explosives and weaponry at Coburg Fortress in Upper Franconia.

How did medieval castles in Germany defend themselves? And why were they built the way they were? This video takes us through a castle like those we often see in films.

Germans love to cool off at the lake in the summer. A report from Rodgau in Hessia shows all of the things a typical Badesee has to offer.

In the spring, there are many recently born baby animals at the Opel Zoo in Kronberg, some of which are even the offspring of endangered species. Get ready for some adorable images!

About 18,000 automobiles are stolen in Germany each year, most of which are never seen again. This report looks at the trends identified by the German Insurance Association, as well as the price of such thefts for insurance agencies.
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The weather in Germany is becoming increasingly more extreme, with tornadoes and even hurricanes sometimes taking their toll. Climate experts are concerned about this, and tell us what we might expect in twenty to fifty years.
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This behind the scenes report from Frankfurt Airport shows how incoming and outgoing airplanes are managed on the tarmac. With fifteen thousand transportation and pushback assignments per month, this is no small task!

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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