Fifty ice-hockey fans, big and small, were given the opportunity to train with the Frankfurt Lions and their new sports director Erich Kühnhackl.

Brush up on your sports vocabulary with this report on Germany's ice hockey league!

Springtime — ice cream time! This ice cream parlor, run by two women in their mid-fifties, boasts 73 different flavors. There you're really spoiled for choice! Enjoy!
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From the German constitution to Fasching... If you want to become a naturalized citizen, you have to prove a lot - including a sound knowledge of German culture. You can find the current requirements in this video.

The next time you are waiting for your baggage at Frankfurt Airport and feel something sniffing the back of your leg, remember to be polite: it may be an official from the German Customs — in the form of a highly trained dog! A dog trainer from the German Customs explains what qualities they look for in their future canine employees. (video 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.

Since the death of her mother, this fawn is living under the roof of a hunting family. For eight months Anita Ackermann has raised this young fawn named Mia with the help of her family and dogs.
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The "Femeiche" oak tree in North Rhine-Westphalia may well be the oldest living tree in Germany, dating from the first millenium AD. (video copyright dpa)

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.

SPD commercial as part of their campaign for the 2009 federal election: Instead of the usual local gossip, our three neighbours discuss the nuclear power plant in Krümmel… Although some find it a bit tough to stay on topic.

Commercial by the SPD (Social Democratic Party of Germany), broadcast during the 2009 federal election campaign. Three voters discuss the need for new political leadership.

The German-French-Israeli film Playoff about Israel’s most famous basketball coach, Ralph Klein, was shot mostly in Wiesbaden, Germany. rheinmaintv interviews the lead actors and reveals a summary of Klein’s life.

Faster Internet, more affordable Internet connections for pupils, and more devices for teachers: This is what the German ministers of education and Chancellor Angela Merkel have decided upon in order to facilitate distance learning during the corona crisis. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

Rail travel is down 50% in Germany — but Deutsche Bahn is relying on scientific studies to prove that traveling by train does does not pose an increased risk to travelers. The strict hygiene and protective measures implemented so far appear to be working. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]