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Latest in Culture
Campaign shows shockingly common forms of human trafficking in Egypt
One girl was married three times before she turned 18; she inspired me, says photographer
In Video: Sufis march to celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad
Video by Asmaa Gamal and Ahmed Hendawy Editing by: Omar Korashi
In Pictures: Sufi marches celebrate birth of Prophet Mohammed
The marches usually begin from the famous Sufi mosques heading to Al-Hussein Mosque, where the grandson of Prophet Mohammed is buried.
In Pictures: Christmas in German families 1945-2015
No matter what Germans may think of the Christian origins of Christmas, they cannot imagine the event without their beloved Christmas tree. But over time, that tree has undergone quite a bit of change.
Christmas in German families 1945-2015
No matter what Germans may think of the Christian origins of Christmas, they cannot imagine the event without their beloved Christmas tree. But over time, that tree has undergone quite a bit of change.
In Video: A cultural insight into the making of ‘Halawet Al-Mouled’
Halawet Al-Mouled (sugar dolls) are sweets made with large amounts of sugar, and are known to be extremely sticky. They are definitely not for those watching their figures, because they also contain large assortments of nuts. The most popular among the special sweets is “malban”, which is similar to Turkish delight. It is made of …
Listen: Kurt Masur conducts Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4
DW presents exclusive concert recordings with the recently-deceased maestro Kurt Masur and the Dresden Philharmonic, as download or on-demand audio stream.
Beatles songs coming to streaming services
Until recently, songs by the Fab Four have only been legally available on physical media like CDs or as commercial downloads. But beginning on December 24, Beatles songs will also show up on various streaming services.
Building quickly and cheaply, but with a concept: Making a home for refugees in Germany
The German Architecture Museum in Frankfurt is inspiring politicians with its exhibition on architecture for refugees. It’s been chosen to represent Germany at the Venice Biennale in 2016, and the world will be watching.
The German Architecture Museum in Frankfurt is inspiring politicians with its exhibition on architecture for refugees. It’s been chosen to represent Germany at the Venice Biennale in 2016, and the world will be watching.
Retune Music Academy and EU support young musicians
This opportunity is rare to find, no one else would invest his money in an artist no one knows anything about, says participant
Hijab unravelled: Photographic documentary of hijabi women
My only intention is to give 31 young Muslim women the opportunity to convey what inspires each of them as individuals to wear the hijab, says photographer
‘Immunizing pupils against extremism’ with Hitler’s ‘Mein Kampf’
Ahead of the release of an annotated version of Adolf Hitler’s “Mein Kampf,” the president of the German Teachers’ Association has suggested that schools should study the text. In an interview with DW, he explains why. Hitler’s two-volume manifesto “Mein Kampf” outlined the soon-to-be Nazi dictator’s political philosophy and contained numerous anti-Semitic remarks that some …
No drones over Sanssouci
Cameras and selfie sticks are familiar tourist accessories these days, and increasingly people are even using drones to take their sightseeing pictures. That’s set to stop in many places in Germany.
Listen: Kurt Masur conducts Beethoven symphonies
Exclusive concert recordings with the maestro and the Dresden Philharmonic, as download or on-demand audio stream.
The top 10 films of 2015
Even though the mega blockbuster “Star Wars” appears to eclipse all other movies this year, there were many other memorable films. DW’s film editor Jochen Kürten reveals his 10 personal favorites.
First film poster in GIF format
The film combines four black and white old films that bring back late Egyptian actress Faten Hamama
18.213: Where ideas turn into businesses
18.213 is where anything can happen; where dreams come alive, says founder
In Video: King Tutankhamun’s gold mask gets a face lift
The German company Henkel, specialized in adhesives material, will take part in the restoration of Tutankhamun’s gold mask, the company announced in a press statement Wednesday. Henkel agreed with German archaeologist Christian Eckmann, head of the Egyptian-German team, to use the company’s adhesive material after it conducted careful studies to restore the golden mask and …
Stand Point Conference: A platform teaching youth the difference between online and offline activities
On a warm sunny day at the Greek Campus in downtown Cairo, hundreds of youths gathered to enjoy the weather while learning the methods of improving themselves in marketing, educational methods, recruitment, and advertising at “StandPoint Conference”. Stand Point Conference is a forum that spotlights the pros and cons of the most trending activities happening …
Kurt Masur, conductor and “Leipzig’s Savior” dies aged 88
Musician, humanist and a symbol of transformation in the events leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall, the maestro inspired the masses – and not only with his music. As communicated by a spokesperson of the New York Philharmonic, the conductor died in the early morning hours of December 19 in Greenwich, Connecticut. That …
Graffiti exhibition fights social perception of AIDS/HIV
The community fears those who are infected, says artist
Jane Austen’s 240th birthday: A brief reflection on marriage in Egyptian society
Her ultimate success as a novelist never erased her failure to get married according to society’s standards
Wife seeks justice for facial disfigurement
Amal Mandour, a single mother, woke up to what seemed like a good day. She had nothing to do that day but a normal family visit; her ex-husband’s sister has been calling relentlessly asking to see her kids. She could never have expected that she would be spending the night in a hospital due to …
Fear of sex: Misinformation and cultural ignorance lead to sexual violence
“I am getting married in less than two weeks! Everything is great, the preparations of the wedding, the dress, and the flat we’re moving at. Everything is ready except me!” With this phrase, S.A., 26, began the conversation. “I am terrified every time I just think of our wedding night, the first night we …
Apple Music seals exclusive deal with Taylor Swift
Months after she threatened to boycott the company, Taylor Swift will exclusively release a concert video of her recent world tour through Apple Music. The video will air on December 20. Apple signed a deal with pop star Taylor Swift to exclusively release a concert video of her recent world tour through its music streaming …
‘Star Wars’ recap – with 10 cult quotes
In case you’ve been living on another planet for the last decades and want to understand the whole “Star Wars” phenomenon before watching the new film, read this now – and be sure to learn those classic quotes by heart. For more than three and a half decades, the Star Wars franchise has continued to …
Mohammed Gomaa: Young director shines abroad
By Marwa Azzab Working as a film director abroad is a challenging experience. One must familiarise oneself with a new culture and a foreign environment, which requires a great deal of flexibility and determination Mohamed Gomaa is one example of a promising Egyptian film director who work away from his homeland, having established himself in …
Pianist Filippo Gorini triumphs at the Telekom Beethoven Competition
It was a sensational win for the 20-year-old Italian, who had never before performed with an orchestra. At the ITBCB finale he more than tamed a warhorse of the piano repertory: Beethoven’s Fifth Piano Concerto. On Saturday evening (12.12.2015) in the sold-out Beethoven Hall, the audience favorite was announced first. Filippo Gorini left his competitors, …
European Film Awards dominated by political themes
British actor Stephen Daldry and Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard were among the celebrities attending the 28th annual European Film Awards. But British actor Sir Michael Caine was the superstar of the night. Attended by more than 900 guests from the European film industry, the red carpets were rolled out in Berlin on Saturday for the …
Turning bridesmaid duties into a business
Nothing is too crazy in New York. That’s what a young woman in her 20s discovered when she offered her services as a professional bridesmaid. Helping brides navigate choppy wedding waters has become a lucrative business. Jen Glantz’s life changed on a Friday in June 2014. That day, two friends had asked her to be …