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.

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)

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!

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]

It’s time to celebrate Halloween at Hamburg’s Tierpark Hagenbeck — and to get into the holiday spirit, the elephants were treated to special seasonal goodies: pumpkins, corn on the cob, and apples! Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

The return of large predators, such as wolves, to certain regions in Germany means that local herders need to take extra steps to predict their flocks. Here in the Eifel mountain range in western Germany, two “livestock guardian dogs” named Günther and Biene protect the sheep and goats of herder Heike Dahm-Rulf. Copyright: Deutsche Presse Agentur [The German Press Agency]

Rail and air transport throughout Germany are getting back to normal after the day-long industrial action at the start of the week. However, commuters and travelers are still experiencing some disruptions.

Playboy Playmate Doreen Seidel poses for the animal rights organization PeTA. Help to protect our nature and environment by clicking this link before you subscribe to Yabla.