Germany

A bit of a different post than usual, but I thought it might be interesting still, and was fitting to post since today marks the 25th Anniversary of the tragedy. Short Summary of the Accident On June 3rd 1998 Intercity Express 884 from Munich to Hamburg suffered a catastrophic failure of a wheel while travelling…

The data can’t be denied: a country can abandon nuclear power without increasing the consumption of fossil fuels such as coal or gas, and instead rely on renewables. The prophets of doom who claimed nuclear energy would be an indispensable part of the global energy mix were wrong, or, like…

When traveling through Germany, you might gain the impression that many cities in a particular region have similar names. A pattern that emerged through historical and geographical circumstances. As the country was divided into many smaller entities over centuries, different regions developed their own dialects leading to specific wording. I…

How often does a bus leave 25 minutes before its scheduled departure? — Because we only had a limited amount of cash at this point, we didn’t fancy spending all of it on a hotel night in Frankfurt. In fact, we didn’t even know if we even had enough for a night in Frankfurt. My prior research had shown me that hotels and…

Bielefeld, NW doesn’t exist and never has — Conspiracy theories have been around for centuries and continue to captivate people’s imaginations. One such theory is the Bielefeld Conspiracy, which suggests that the German city of Bielefeld does not actually exist. While this theory is not rooted in Anti-Semitism, many conspiracy theories have their origins in prejudice and hate…

Welcome to the month of May! Being in Berlin was wonderful. Here’s 20 prompts just for you! Visual Prompt 1 Visual Prompt 2

Learning to speak German is an excellent way to broaden your cultural horizons and expand your communication skills — Whether you are planning a trip to Germany, studying the language for academic purposes, or simply looking to challenge yourself with a new language, mastering the basics of German conversation is a great place to start. In this article, we will explore some of the most useful German phrases and…

Gaudiya Vaishnavism is a Hindu religious movement that worships Krishna as the supreme form of God. It was founded by Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a 16th-century saint who popularized the practice of chanting Krishna’s names, especially the Hare Krishna mantra. …

Multiple deaths reported throughout the Mediterranean // 400 people arrive safely in Italy // 1000 new places for people on the move in Calabria // Undocumented children to receive registration in Kyrgyzstan // 500 young people now housed in occupied school in Paris // Frontex to take key role in…