In this video, we get to know Cettina a bit better. She talks about her job, being a mom, and one of her hobbies.

Volunteer firefighter Michael Morano describes the structure of the fire department in the city of Heidelberg and shows us the equipment on board a fire engine. He then discusses the advancements in technology that help put out fires quickly and efficiently.

Volunteer firefighter Michael Morano shows us the equipment the fire department in Heidelberg uses to save car crash victims trapped in their vehicles.

Television host and actress Sonya Kraus tells us about her native city of Frankfurt and divulges the locations she especially likes there.

Dressed up as a cat, Yabla reporter Cettina mingles with the Carnival-goers to show you what this popular event is all about. So in the spirit of the Carnival season - and I do mean 'season', because in some regions of Germany, Carnival is called die 5. Jahreszeit [the fifth season of the year!]... Helau!

Greetings again from Linkenheim! In this second clip, Yabla reporter Cettina returns with more Fasching interviews and asks the oddly-dressed revelers about their diverse and creative costumes. Viel Spaß!

Half-empty platforms, crowds of people in front of the information desk, annoyed people on their smartphones. Our reporter Jasmin knows exactly what makes a typical rail strike report.
Authors: Oliver Durke, Jasmin Wenkemann

Singer Indira responds to allegations that weatherman Jörg Kachelmann raped his wife.

Singer-songwriter Eva Croissant talks about performing in a German school song contest, and quitting school to become a full-time musician.

Singer-songwriter Eva Croissant talks about moving to Leipzig and sings her song "Shame on You."

Roman Lob is representing Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Standing Still." Hear what Roman has to say about participating in this worldwide media event. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

"There are inventions that were made and later forgotten, and there are inventions that somebody forgot to invent." Walter Günther from Frankfurt/Main has done some catching up. He makes devices, which look as if they are from a museum, but which in reality never existed! (Copyright DPA)

The Hennef Animal Protection Society is looking to find new homes for some special dogs. “Ein Herz für Tiere” [A Heart for Animals] interviews Helli Pries, who introduces to us Jeena, Treves, Susi and Dick.

Paul, the border collie, needs lots of activity or he’ll become bored. This is why his owner brought him to the animal shelter. Pet Protection Services Hennef are trying to find him a new home.

From Brussels to Barcelona in just 30 minutes? The dream could soon become reality! Come along on a high-speed trip to the Netherlands and learn more about the futuristic vision of a Europe-wide Hyperloop transport network.