The imminent division of Germany is marked by deeply personal moments centered on love, freedom—and a little promise that can mean the world.

Personal desires and political reality are forcing all involved to make decisions now. Willi and Elke have found a solution for themselves, but the adults are having a harder time finding common ground.

In the end, only love remains, as can be seen in this part. Particularly during a final song performed by the band, a few tears are shed as the reality of the situation sets in.

Just before reaching the final stop in the West, Rudolf opens up about the past he has tried to forget. Sabine, the gymnast, makes a brave decision, and Sascha remains on the train without his friends.

The impending farewells now become an unchangeable reality at Ludwigsstadt train station, the last stop before the border.

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.

These days, a lot of people are paying attention to their carbon footprint. Drinking straws are no longer made of plastic, toothbrushes are made of wood, and we're happy to forego that domestic flight to Munich for a long weekend—all for the sake of the environment. But there's one person who doesn't care: Felix, a rabbit from a children's TV series.

Jannika from "ZDF Magazin Royale" has to give Felix the Rabbit a piece of her mind. All of his traveling is no longer sustainable given its impact on climate change!

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.

Everyone knows the brand Mercedes-Benz, but not many know much about the founder. This video series tells the story of the automobile from the very beginning, and in particular, the life story of Carl Benz.

When Carl Benz first introduced his invention, people were anything but enthusiastic. In fact, many were terrified of the strange, spluttering contraption.

This entry in the “explainity” short video series lays out the concept of sustainability and its three pillars: environmental, social, and economic.

In Part I of this episode, which deals with human birth, we start with the Big Bang and follow a troop of sperm as they make their way to the ovum.

One lucky sperm has made it into the egg – now the chromosomes from the sperm and the egg can start to link up.

Cell division is now in full swing, and inside the embryo, the organs are being formed! All the cells now have to reach the places where they are needed.