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A tour through Luther’s Marburg
In 1529 Martin Luther had an important appointment in the Hessian university town. He met his rival Protestant reformer Ulrich Zwingli. Visitors to the sites of the events in Marburg can take a trip into the past.Luther is said to have crossed the River Lahn at Weidenhaus Bridge in a coach, with his entire retinue. …
How German actor Lars Eidinger’s new film unleashed a scandal in Russia
The film “Matilda,” starring Lars Eidinger as the last Russian tsar, does not offend religious feelings in Russia, according to an expert’s report. DW’s Juri Rescheto talks to Eidinger in Moscow about the controversy.The Russian film “Matilda” recounts the affair between Tsar Nicholas II, played by German actor Lars Eidinger, and prima ballerina Mathilde Kschessinska …
‘Ai Wiewei Drifting’: China’s most famous, displaced artist
The new DW documentary accompanies artist Ai Weiwei during work on his own film. It depicts his life between Beijing, New York and Berlin, and is a very personal look at China’s most famous artist living in the West.The DW documentary “Ai Weiwei Drifting” initially aimed to showcase Chinese artist Ai Weiwei’s work at Berlin’s …
Art Basel gets political on eve of 2017 fair
The global art world will be focused on Basel, Switzerland, this week as the world’s largest art fair presents renowned and upcoming contemporary work from across the 20th and 21st centuries.Amid so much global political chaos, the role of the artist has never been more important, said Art Basel director Marc Spiegler during a press …
Tourists snacking by Rome fountains face hundreds in fines
Tourists climbing on Rome’s historic fountains or using them as picnic sites will face fines ranging from 40 to 240 euros (45 to 270 dollars), Mayor Virginia Raggi announced Monday, in a bid to preserve public decorum.Raggi had for weeks been under pressure to take action, amid multiple reports of people bathing in, snacking by, …
Margaret Atwood awarded Peace Prize of German Book Trade
Margaret Atwood’s “political intuition” has been honored by the German Book Trade, with the publishing trade body awarding the Canadian author its annual peace prize. It will be presented at the Frankfurt Book Fair.Margaret Atwood is the latest literary luminary to receive the 25,000-euro Peace Prize of the German Book Trade, it was announced Tuesday …
El Gouna Film Festival opens: calls for film submissions from inside and outside Egypt
The official website of the El Gouna Film festival has released its terms and conditions for participation in its premier event, titled “Cinema for Humanity.” The festival will take place from September 22nd to the 29th. Movie submissions already opened June 4th and will close July 31st. The festival aims to develop and support all …
Lawsuit calls for stop screening a series for “insulting president”
The series’ production team has apologized for the “unintentional mistake” that led some of the “Muslim Brotherhood era’s left overs” to be mistakenly captured on camera
New York theater loses sponsors over Trump ‘assassination’ scene
A performance of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar in New York City has opened a new chapter in an ongoing debate in the US about the limits of art and satire in a time of political division.A free performance of William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” in New York’s Central Park is the latest in a series of art …
Why the Russia probes don’t cripple Trump’s foreign policy
The steady drip of revelations about the multiple inquiries into the Trump campaign’s possible ties with Russia weaken the US and dominate world headlines. But that does not mean Washington is unable to act.Last Thursday, the same day the world was breathlessly observing former FBI director James Comey’s Congressional testimony, the House of Representatives voted …
More security along Thailand’s popular coast
Security has been beefed up in the popular resort cities of Phuket, Krabi and Phang-nga following a tip-off of possible attacks in the area, said Worawit Panprung, police chief of Krabi province on Sunday.More police officers have been deployed at beaches, tourist attractions and airports, with at least one security checkpoint set up at every …
Leipzig Bachfest opens with call for religious reconciliation
The close connection beteween church reformer Martin Luther and Baroque composer JS Bach is being explored at this year’s Bachfest. The event opened with a work intended to bring peace to a world frought with terrorism.The members of the famous Thomaner boys’ choir in Leipzig have been practicing Mendelssohn all the time – even outside …
Adage: fighting misconceptions about Islam with cartoons and illustrations
By using cartoons, the non-profit group Adage is combating negative images of Islam and Muslims. Adage for Hadith Translation is a not-for-profit educational firm registered in the United Kingdom. The core of the groups work is voluntary, with dozens of them from around the world. The cartoons are used to spread the traditions and teachings …
Most TV series during Ramadan rely on sexual-related content
A report by the Supreme Council for Media Regulations documented shows with verbal vulgarity, political projections, and sex promotion
Berlin 24/7: How Berlin could show more compassion
Inconsiderate gestures are annoying and make many people’s life difficult. DW columnist Gero Schliess has noticed several ways Berlin could show it cares more for others.New York, Wall Street corner Water Street: Instead of gazing at the rocketing skyscrapers or noticing the bankers hurrying back to the office after their lunch break, I am studying …
Opinion: Politically anxious at Documenta 14
The second half of Documenta 14 opens to the public in Kassel. Yet the global art show does not live up to its possibilities as it attempts to be modern and outspokenly political, says DW’s Stefan Dege.Documenta is said to be the world’s most important art show. And if you were to believe Adam Sczymczyk, …
’50 Kitchens, One City’: 50 restaurants, countries and recipes in Berlin
In DW’s series “50 Kitchens, One City,” you can look forward to 50 exciting recipes from 50 Berlin restaurants, presented by chefs from 50 countries. The accompanying book brings the flavors of the world to your home.Berlin is one of Europe’s most exciting metropolises. It’s also a melting pot of cultures. Germany’s capital is home …
On their toes again: Sasha Waltz and Pina Bausch dance companies get a new start
New beginnings at two of Germany’s best-known dance companies as Sasha Waltz in Berlin and Adolphe Binder at the Pina Bausch ensemble in Wuppertal present new programs.Pina Bausch is one of Germany’s best known cultural exports. The dancer and choreographer, who died eight years ago, made a name for herself and her eponymous Wuppertal-based company …
Documenta art exhibition more political than ever
The international art show opens in Kassel, a month after its first part set in Athens debuted. Political works reflecting the world’s current tensions grab the attention. Here’s a tour of the highlights.From Hiwa K’s “Pipe Hotel,” mirroring the situation of homeless refugees in Athens’ harbor, to an installation composed of broken parts of boats …
What you need to know about the five inquiries looking into Donald Trump, James Comey and Russia
With fired FBI director James Comey’s testimony on Thursday the focus is on the Senate Intelligence Committee. But that inquiry is only one of five active investigations into the Trump campaign’s possible ties to Russia.The Special Counsel investigation Led by former FBI director Robert Mueller the FBI’s investigation into the Trump campaign’s ties to Russia …
Music – a secret diplomatic tool? European Forum on Music aims to bridge cultures
Can music really build bridges of understanding amid conflicts? Participants at the 2017 European Forum on Music in Cyprus think so, though they admit that music can also become a weapon.”When you put six politicians in a room and open the door after half an hour, you could find them arguing and punching each other. …
Roma cultural center launched in Berlin
The European Roma Institute for Art and Culture will showcase the art and culture of the continent’s largest minority, aiming to tackle prejudice against the group.The European Roma Institute for Art and Culture (ERIAC) was launched on Thursday at Germany’s Foreign Ministry. It plans to opens its doors in Berlin this fall. Supporters include the …
Initiator of the US architectural soul: Frank Lloyd Wright
In celebration of the 150th birthday of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, here’s a look back at some of his most iconic designs, from Fallingwater to The Guggenheim.Hilla von Rebay knew exactly the type of architect she was looking for to build The Guggenheim Museum in New York: “I need a fighter, a lover of …
Why the question of how James Comey understood Donald Trump is so crucial
Ex-FBI director James Comey’s testimony will be critical in determining whether President Trump tried to obstruct justice, a former US federal prosecutor tells DW. Here is what to watch for in Thursday’s Senate hearing.DW: In the ongoing Trump-Comey-Russia saga, how important is former FBI director James Comey’s testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee? Alex Whiting: …
Documenta art show gears up for huge crowds
The northern German city of Kassel will get its fill of visitors when it opens Documenta on June 10. The world’s most prestigious contemporary art show will show works from over 160 artists.Starting on June 10, Documenta will welcome visitors to Kassel to view artworks called everything from “Muehle des Blutes” (Mill of Blood) to …
Ad showing father humiliating his son sparks criticism and sympathy
The ad may lead children and teenagers to feel more humiliated and oppressed as it will reinforce the feeling of being rejected by the closest people to them, says psychiatrist
Amal and George Clooney welcome twins
Ella and Alexander were born to the celebrity couple Tuesday morning – one of the most hotly anticipated births since the Jolie-Pitt twins. George Clooney was “sedated,” the couple joked, while mom and babies were fine.George and Amal Clooney are now parents, having welcomed their twins, a boy and a girl, on Tuesday. “Ella, Alexander …
Ho Chi Minh City’s vanishing architecture
They formed the charming backdrop to Graham Greene’s sin-filled Saigon in “The Quiet American,” but the colonial-era buildings of Vietnam’s biggest city are disappearing quickly.Any visitor to Ho Chi Minh City, as Saigon is now known, cannot help but notice the construction cranes dotting an increasingly crowded skyline. They are the most visible symbols of …
How Robert Schumann’s final city is keeping his memory alive
The insane asylum in Bonn where composer Robert Schumann died now hosts a music festival in his honor. Festival co-founder Markus Schuck explains what makes the city’s connection to Schumann so special.Founded on personal initiative, the Schumannfest Bonn runs from June 6-18 and is curently celebrating its 20th anniversary. The main venue is the Schumann …
How the US-Mexican border has inspired cinema
While Trump hasn’t lost sight of his proposed wall on the US-Mexican border, the region has inspired filmmakers for centuries. Some of their films are being shown in Berlin – a city that has experience with walls.Considering Hollywood’s proximity to the Mexican border, it’s not surprising that US cinema has dedicated countless films to the …