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The security personnel at Frankfurt Airport had already gone on strike in February 2014 and brought the airport to a standstill. Now it is the second round, as the ground crew unions go into negotiations with the airlines. Luckily the airlines were better prepared for this latest spate of cancellations.
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The city of Frankfurt is looking for new ways commemorate the lives of victims of national socialism. As part of Margarete Rabow's artistic initiative, 250 passersby fell to the ground as a symbolic gesture. To learn more visit the artist's website: Margarete Rabow.
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After a mild winter, the asparagus season is four weeks earlier than usual this year. Minister of Agriculture Priska Hinz and asparagus queen Sabrina I. take this opportunity to tell us about this delicious vegetable! By the way, if you have never tasted fresh white asparagus before, it is out of this world. Guten Appetit!
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Germany
What questions would you have for Holocaust victim Anne Frank if you could interview her today? What kind of artwork would you make to memorialize her life? These are the kinds of questions that pupils are asking at the Anne Frank Educational Institute in Frankfurt, and inside its roving exhibit on nationwide tour.
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For the third time, the Day of Sustainability took place through the German state of Hesse. It is intended to inform people about sustainable lifestyles, with this year's motto: Regional, conscientious and fair — sustainable consumption in Hesse. A report from rheinmaintv.
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Germany
The basement underneath the new location of the European Central Bank was a central collection point for the deportation of 10,000 Frankfurt Jews in the Holocaust. The architects describe how they conceived this new memorial. A video from rheinmaintv.
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Germany Hessian High German
Legends like hard rock singer Klaus Meine from the band Scorpions give their opinions on the Frankfurt Festhalle, known locally as the gute Stubb or "good living room" during the Live Entertainment Awards in Frankfurt.
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Germany
The Frankfurt Music Trade Fair has everything for the musician that the music industry has to offer, from tiny bells to the world's largest loudspeaker. For classic metal fans, Scorpions guitarist Rudolf Schenker is interviewed too! A video from rheinmaintv.
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Germany Hessian High German
Even after the mild winter, people in Frankfurt are happy about the warm, summer-like temperatures already in March. Here are some comments from some people soaking up the sun on the on the banks of the Main River. A video from rheinmaintv.
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Germany
With temperatures of 20° Celsius (68° Fahrenheit) or more, the sun is shining brightly, the birds are chirping, and the trees are sprouting leaves. No doubt, spring is finally here! This is the time of year when even animals seem to be in a good mood. A video from rheinmaintv. Viel Spaß beim Zuschauen!
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Germany
In Hesse, employment is up. Survey results show that even small companies are thriving in many different industries. Furthermore, the arrival of workers from other countries is benefiting the region.
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Germany
Due to nationwide strikes in the social service sector, many daycare centers remain closed. Supported by many parents, low paid childcare workers in Steinbach have taken to the streets with their demands for better pay!
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Germany High German
Many cities have a litter problem – food waste, cigarette butts, and bottles scattered around the parks and pathways. But humans are not always the culprits!
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Germany High German
After pool season is over for humans, Frankfurt’s outdoor Silobad allows dogs to stop by for a dip in the cool water. Whether they’re fetching their toys or barking from the sidelines, the dogs have the place all to themselves!
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Germany High German
Our fearless reporter joins the cheerleaders of Frankfurt Universe to learn a few steps — and find out what makes cheerleading both challenging and fun.
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