It won't be long now before fall. As summer draws to a close, it's time to take stock: How satisfied have people been with the summer?

Weather vixen Sexy Anja tells us what weather is to be expected for November and realizes that even she may have to put a little more on than usual.

Germany is in for some very intense weather! This weather report talks about the arrival of winter storm Egon.

Spring has sprung in Germany, with warm temperatures in almost all regions – and a lack of rain that is actually problematic for the environment.

“Whesskey,” the Hessian whisky from the Höhler Distillery, is something very special. This small family business produces its highly-prized beverage only in small batches. Music fans note: the background tune is the “Alabama Song,” composed by Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, and performed by the Doors. Zum Wohl!

Three cuddly lion cubs were born in the Neuwied Zoo. After being rejected by their mother, the little ones are being looked after by animal caretaker Petra Becker. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

Musical duo Wiener Blond sings "Der letzte Kaiser" in the Viennese dialect—clearly a declaration of love for Austria's capital and the very special attitude toward life that prevails there.

In "Wer wenn nicht wir" (Who, If Not Us?), singer Wincent Weiss reminds us how important it is to connect with the people closest to us.

Wincent Weiss is a singer originally from the northern federal state of Schleswig-Holstein. "Frische Luft" (Fresh Air) is about being torn between wanting to stay and wanting to move on.

The Baltic 2 wind turbines are as tall as the Great Pyramid of Giza and recently began producing power in a wind park north of Rügen. The energy provider EnBW will now be focusing their efforts on the North Sea. Sehr interessant! Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

The Engadin Snow at the Swiss mountain Corvatsch is a popular freeriding event. In 2009 all sectors of the north face will be open for riding for the very first time.

After being infected with the coronavirus, Luisa was placed in an artificial coma. Even today, the 23-year-old struggles with lingering symptoms. Find out more about her journey back to life.

Chancellor-designate Olaf Scholz appeals to the public's sense of community, and explains how the fourth wave of the coronavirus can perhaps still be broken.

The German band Wir Sind Helden (“We are Heroes”) in a loving tribute to Bob Dylan’s 1965 classic film footage for “Subterranean Homesick Blues” with their 2005 single “Nur ein Wort”.

The band Wir sind Helden ("We are Heroes") gives an energetic performance of their hit song "Aurélie."

Who doesn’t like vacationing in beautiful and fascinating countries – like those of Southeast Asia, perhaps? Tourism is an important economic factor for many developing and emerging economies, but it can often also create problems for the environment and the local population.

Part 2 highlights the negative aspects of tourism, but also shows ways in which tourists can contribute to the local economy and travel more sustainably overall.

The holidays have come and gone, but they have left you a little something behind... or maybe a slightly bigger behind! Personal trainer Erik Habel gives us a good workout that is somewhere between high-speed yoga and sumo training... Get the lead out! (video copyright dpa)

Fitness trainer Erik shows us some practical exercises for working out.
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Produced by The World Wildlife Found WWF. Here are ten simple tips to help reduce the amount of plastic you use in your everyday life. Small actions can add up to a lot less plastic!

Produced by The World Wildlife Found WWF. Here are some more tips for reducing the amount of plastic you use on a daily basis. It's not just food that comes wrapped in excess plastic, but cosmetics and DVDs as well.

Sarah explains a few of the benefits of learning German by immersing yourself into a wide variety of entertaining programming, including music, drama, interviews, and travel, that will make you look forward to studying.

Alena has decided to sue her friend Karoline. Today they will appear in court, where Judge Jan will decide which one of them will get custody of their dog, Sinus.

The judge gives his verdict on the case, which is very surprising for all involved. There’s also a twist at the end involving the motive!