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Summer staycation: Where Germany's politicians are spending their holidays

From Chancellor Angela Merkel to Bavarian state premier Markus Söder, Germany's politicians are drawn towards Deutschland's domestic destinations this summer. Here's where they're headed.

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'It can really save you': Why liability insurance is essential in Germany

The relative ubiquity of private liability insurance in Germany may come off as an odd cultural quirk to some outsiders. But failing to have sufficient cover in this area has very real consequences – with many finding out the hard way.

How face masks have helped slow down the spread of coronavirus in Germany

Face maks became mandatory in Germany at the end of April, but how effective are they? A new study highlighting the eastern city of Jena sheds some light.

Most French, Germans and Spanish prefer British and American tourists to stay away, poll suggests

A majority of French, Spanish and Germans would prefer it if British and American tourists stayed away this summer, according to a new poll.

Studying in Germany: Seven unusual academic traditions

From 'academic knocking' to funny formalities, the Local guides you through some of the strangest German academic traditions.

Nearly half of German firms to allow working from home after coronavirus crisis

Spurred by the coronavirus crisis, an increasingly large number of German companies are open to - and allowing - working from home, according to a new study.

This is how many millionaires live in Germany

A new report says Germany has the third largest number of dollar millionaires in the world – and the rich are growing. At the end of this year, however, the outlook could be different.