German News Service | 22.02.2018, 18:00 UTC

German News Service 22.02.2018 | 18:00 UTC

Germany's lack of military readiness 'dramatic,' says Bundeswehr commissioner

	The German parliament's military commissioner has published a report sharply critical of Germany's combat-readiness. The problem comes amid the country's increasing involvement in military missions abroad.

Germany's Gabriel: 'We need a European moment'

	German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel has called for European unity in the face of growing global tensions. He also spoke of German "perturbation" at Washington's foreign policy at the Munich Security Conference.

Share economy: Nearly four-in-ten Germans use online services

	The shared use of cars, music, accommodation, files and more looks set to increase in Germany, a new survey shows. Germany's share economy market is worth more than €20 billion, according to the survey.

Canis lupus - the great misunderstanding

	When we think of wolves, we tend to think of the animal that devoured Little Red Riding Hood and that howls at the moon. But do they really? Our natural phenomenon offers a little insight.

It's tea time! How the Germans pour the black brew

	While the British may be famous for their tea rituals, one part of Germany overtakes them when it comes to consumption. But just what is an East Frisian tea ritual? A look at how the Germans imbibe.

Transforming German cities into organic food gardens

	With ever more people living in urban centers, food security — and quality — is becoming a pressing issue. In Germany, cities are increasingly taking the task of producing organic products to a hyperlocal level.

'Totally East': tragicomic photos of everyday life in former East Germany

	Run-down façades, punks and ordinary workers: An exhibition in Berlin shows the works of Harald Hauswald, who simply wanted to document everyday life — without knowing that the Berlin Wall would one day come down.

'Pizza is God': Exhibition recognizes artistic value of the beloved dish

	A source of joy for some, junk food for others. The baked dough traditionally topped with tomato and cheese evokes emotions that international artists have translated into appetizing artworks.

Jerome Boateng: 'My daughters say I should score more goals'

	German international Jerome Boateng is one of the Bundesliga's top defenders. The Bayern Munich man spoke to DW about his hopes for the World Cup in Russia, fatherhood and making his mark in the world of fashion.

Brandenburg Quiz

	Which king called his palace "Carefree"? Where were spies exchanged during the Cold War? And in what studios was the Hollywood blockbuster "Inglourious Basterds" shot? Test your knowledge of Brandenburg!

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