Today we are out and about with Alina in Düsseldorf, the state capital of North Rhine-Westphalia. Join her to find out what this city has to offer!

In this film based on a true story, two sisters embark on a perilous journey that takes them from war-torn Syria to the 2016 Olympics in Rio.

Loni takes us on a tour of the enchanting city of Avignon in the South of France. It is famous thanks to a children's song and because it was the papal seat at one point. It is also home to several buildings that are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

In this video, Federico shows us a traditional dish from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania made from potatoes, a popular food all over Germany. But how many takes will he need to get it right?

The final part of our series on the federal states focuses on Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, which is one of the most popular domestic vacation destinations in Germany. Why is that? You can find out in this video with Alina and Ms. Klimper.

This edition of Yabla's "slow news" looks at events that have taken place in England, the US, Germany, and Uganda.

In this video, Francesco shows us how to make Saxon Quarkkeulchen, a potato-based dessert. The recipe is easy to follow and the results delicious!

Alina has prepared well for today's questions. Thanks to her knowledge, we can learn some key facts about the German state of Saxony.

Thinking about going abroad for a longer period of time? In this video, Federico shares a bit about his own experience studying in another country.

Twenty-nine-year-old Zuma Katjiuonga lives a double life: In Windhoek, the capital of the former German colony of Namibia, he works as a lighting technician for a state television station. He leads a modern life and has been in a steady relationship for two years. But he also belongs to the nomadic Himba tribe and feels committed to this tradition.

Grete has been living and volunteering in a city near Tel Aviv for the last nine months. In this video, she speaks about her decision to live in Israel for a longer period of time.

Come and join Eva at the Christmas market on Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt! She samples some of the seasonal delicacies, as well as the ever-popular mulled wine.

Have you heard of Portofino? Have a look! Join Ivana for a tour of this stunning city on the Italian Riviera.

The allure of the Feldberg Lakes with their clear, fresh water was described many years ago by the writer Hans Fallada. In the last part of this series, you can see how professional conservationists and volunteers are helping to preserve these impressive waters.

The condition of the aquatic habitat is checked at regular intervals by conservationists and some interesting discoveries have already been made. Meanwhile, the ospreys are gradually training their young to become independent.