Nov 09 Germany, allies mark 30 years since Berlin Wall fell By Frank Jordans, Associated Press Germany marked the 30th anniversary Saturday of the opening of the Berlin Wall, a pivotal moment in the events that brought down Communism in eastern Europe. Continue reading
Nov 08 Watch 9:28 Why German divisions remain, 30 years after fall of the Berlin Wall By Malcolm Brabant It's been 30 years since one of the 20th century's biggest historic events: the fall of the Berlin Wall. Although the East German dictatorship subsequently collapsed, cultural and political divisions remain, more than a generation after reunification. Special correspondent Malcolm… Continue watching
Nov 08 WATCH: In Germany, Pompeo stresses need for allies to work together By David Rising, Associated Press Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is on a two-day visit to Germany focused on events marking the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Continue reading
Oct 09 Suspect arrested after shooting in eastern Germany kills 2 By Geir Moulson, Jens Meyer, Associated Press The attack took place near both a synagogue and a kebab shop, local media and a witness said. Continue reading
Sep 14 Climate change protests hit Frankfurt as auto show opens By Associated Press Thousands of people are demonstrating in Frankfurt to demand more action against climate change as the German city's auto show opens to the public, with some cycling into the city along highways that were temporarily closed for the occasion. Continue reading
Aug 21 Germany's Merkel hosts UK Prime Minister Johnson as Brexit drama grows By Danica Kirka, Kirsten Grieshaber, Associated Press The meeting comes as positions on Britain's divorce from the EU have hardened on both sides of the English Channel, hurtling Britain toward a no-deal exit that would damage both economies. Continue reading
Jul 19 Dutch painting stolen by Nazi soldier returned to Florence museum By Frances D'Emilio, Gregorio Borgia, Associated Press "Flower Vase" is a masterpiece by Jan van Huysum, famed for his exquisitely detailed paintings depicting flowers. Continue reading
Jul 09 Volkswagen to stop making the Beetle after 81 years By David McHugh, Associated Press Volkswagen is halting production of the last version of its Beetle model this week at its plant in Puebla, Mexico. Continue reading
Jun 28 Watch 4:02 Why is it so hot in Europe? By William Brangham An extreme heat wave is gripping much of Europe, breaking records and causing widespread misery. Temperatures soared well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in France, Germany and Spain. While the heat is coming from sub-Saharan Africa, some researchers say climate change… Continue watching
Jun 05 Watch 8:42 In Normandy, gratitude and grief ahead of D-Day's 75th anniversary By Malcolm Brabant In 1944, thousands of Allied soldiers landed on five different beaches in Normandy. The operation set the stage for liberation of German-occupied France during World War II. For those who participated in the critical mission, the challenges they faced and… Continue watching