Film Review | “Rosebush Pruning“ Dear dysfunctional family

When it comes to illness – especially serious illness – we often resort to language that makes it sound like we’re heading into battle. Our new columnist, Simon Sahner, knows from his own painful experience that martial metaphors can help us endure the burden of a sick body – and fight for recovery.

In her final language column, Berit Glanz explores the many faces of fan fiction. After all, who hasn’t dreamed of stepping into the spotlight as the hero – or even side character – of a thrilling or romantic tale?

Social media thrives on exaggeration and big emotions – hardly the terrain of libraries and other public institutions. But Berit Glanz has spotted a new trend: humorous book videos presented by fun-loving library staff. A format that’s proving hugely popular.
 

Pizza, beer, Super Bowl: What once began as a niche sport has become a full‑blown hype in Germany. How American football found a home here.

Pulsing beats and packed dancefloors – Germany has some clubs that manage to draw visitors from other countries. From techno to house to pop, these venues are the beating heart of the party scene.

The environmental organisation ClientEarth uses the law to defend the planet. But what does it mean to treat the Earth as a client? We put this question — and many others — to Managing Director Christiane Gerstetter in our interview.