Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Do you have problems staying motivated? Do you tend to procrastinate? This video has some helpful tips for staying on track and getting work done on time.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
When you think of surfing, Hawaii probably comes to mind, but Munich, Germany? For years, the Eisbach stream was symbolized the exotic side of Munich, but in recent years it has become one of the city's major tourist attractions. So head to Bavaria and catch a wave, dude! (video copyright dpa)
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany Bavarian
Monsters for Christmas? They are the sinister contrast to our friendly Santa Claus: While the latter likes to turn a blind eye to naughty children, the Krampus rattles his chain to get the necessary respect from the little ones. The Krampus run in Munich always takes place on two Sundays during Advent.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Oktoberfest is now opened! During the next two weeks, millions of people from all over the world will flock to the world's largest folk festival. Viel Spaß beim anschauen!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Musician Daniel Stelter from Mainz talks about playing jazz music after his performance at the Museum Festival in Frankfurt. Finding it a little tougher on an outdoor stage, he describes the atmosphere in a true jazz club and gives a good tip for where to go if you’re in Mainz.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Andrea is a woman of German-French heritage who lives in Forbach, a French community very close to the border between France and Germany. Here, she takes us on a tour of this historically rich place, introducing us to some of the important monuments as well as remnants of the wars.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
This video examines eating habits and how they have changed over the years. How sustainable is your diet?
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Reduction of VAT rates, aid for municipalities, subsidies for families, relief for electricity costs: The leaders of the coalition have agreed on a 130-billion-euro economic stimulus package to combat the negative effects of the corona crisis in Germany. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany High German
The German government has decided to lift travel restrictions for most European countries beginning June 15. Foreign Minister Heiko Maas announced that the measure applies to the EU countries, the other countries of the Schengen area, and the United Kingdom. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Stiff necks and sore backs - many office workers know all about them! In this clip, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Occupational Medicine in Dortmund provides some helpful tips for relaxing during one's daily routine. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany France High German
In "Je ne parle pas français," Namika, a German singer and rapper with Moroccan roots, tells of a chance encounter in which the lack of a common language creates its own special energy.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Creepy crawlies! These slimy little frogs and newts may seem pretty disgusting when you see a plastic bucket full of them, but they are very important in the balance of nature and are endangered species. The NABU (Nature and Biodiversity Conservation Union) in Hessia shows us how they saved thousands of the creatures from certain destruction from a pending construction project. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany South German
Tina interviews Mirja Löhr, the director of the company Ekomo. The start-up has created a heating system that works using induction and can therefore be much more sustainable than heating with oil or gas.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
The original music video of Nena’s "99 Balloons", probably the best-known “German New Wave” song of all time.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany High German
Nena's song "Das ist nicht alles" (That's not all) is about change: You have to be ready to break out of old patterns and accept that the world is changing and belongs to those who are ready to adapt to it.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany High German
Find out more about how a group of kids learned their multiplication tables by singing them to the songs of the pop star Nena!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany High German
With Licht, pop icon Nena has released a song about courage and change — just in time for her sixtieth birthday. Full of light and radiance, and simply beautiful!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany High German
"Wandern" ("Wandering") is a beautiful, reflective song about the journey we take through life, both alone and together with others. It's about being connected and disconnected, and experiencing life's ups and downs.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany Hessian
The Mainstrand [Main Beach] is a location which just opened on the shore of the Main river in Frankfurt/Main. The owners redid the interior and the exterior of the previous Strandperle [Beach Pearl] and are old university pals. From their shore patio, one apparently has the best view of the Frankfurt skyline.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
The battle against the extra pounds, less social contact and scarcely having enough enough time for themselves: brand-new mothers could write a book about it. However, a new fitness trend is sweeping Germany and it ought to help mothers who find themselves in this dilemma. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
At this fashion show the models tear their clothes off. Eroticism, wit and style - that spells burlesque! The women of the female dance group the Teaserettes show a lot of skin and sexy fashion on stage as well as behind the scenes. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
The girl with the big mouth is back. After a 2-year break, LaFee's new album "Free" has come out. Her lyrics are more mature and her styling is crazier than ever. Only question left is: How do her fans feel about it?
Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
Nina Chuba, real name Nina Katrin Kaiser, is not only a singer but also an actress. On August 12, 2022, she released the song "Wildberry Lillet," which went straight to number 1 in the German single charts and features the rapper Juju.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Germany
The inimitable Nina Hagen sings a version of the classic German pop song "Du hast den Farbfilm vergessen" ("You forgot the color film").
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