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German Parliament Votes to Legalize Same-sex Marriage
German lawmakers voted in favor of same-sex marriage 393 to 226 – and the community is rejoicing.
Chechens Finally Granted Refuge Status After Persecution for Being Gay
Gay Chechen men are finally being granted humanitarian visas on the grounds of being hunted by law enforcement.
Porsche Gives Every Employee, From Engineer to Janitor, a Big Bonus
The German automotive company ended up doing so well in 2016, they gave 21,000 employees a $9,800 bonus for their fiscal success.
Hero Refugees Capture Bomb Suspect When Police Couldn't
Where the German police had failed to catch a fugitive planning on orchestrating another bombing, these heroic refugees succeeded.
Berlin Senior Uses Spray Paint to Turn Swastikas into Hearts
70-year-old Irmela Schramm will not stand by and leave hateful propaganda in the streets – that's why she brings spray paint with her wherever she goes.
Why a German Pilot Escorted a U.S. Bomber to Safety During World War II
Once in a while, you hear an old war story that restores your faith in humanity. A new book explores the incredible encounter of two WWII pilots in mid-air -- a rookie American on his first bombing mission, piloting a crippled aircraft that was missing an engine and a German flying ace who not only saluted, then spared the rookie, but escorted him out of enemy airspace.
The Remarkable Dresden Church Rises From Ashes of WWII Bombing
Friday marked 10 years since a glorious domed church in Dresden, Germany, was reborn, after being destroyed in WW II and left in a heap of ruins for 45 years.
There Was So Much Wind in Germany Last Week, Consumers Were Given Free Energy
Wind output in Germany reportedly reached 39,409 megawatts – that is the equivalent of about 40 nuclear reactors.
Germany Wipes Slate Clean for 50,000 Men Convicted Under Anti-Gay Law
The gay German men who were convicted during the last century are finally being forgiven and compensated in a long overdue act of justice.
Google Provides 25,000 Laptops To Syrian Refugees In Germany
Google knows that in this day and age, there's more to getting by in society than just basic necessities – that's why they're giving away 25,000 laptops.
Germans Switch on 'World's Largest Artificial Sun'
The Synlight facility in Germany can harness the power of the actual sun to create 10,000 times the amount of solar radiation.
Scientists Create World's First Zero-Emission Solar Fuel Reactor That Works at Night
Not only can the facility create fuel when the sun is down, but it can also use air as the medium for heat transfer.
Why Germany is Making it Free to Ride Buses and Trains in 5 Cities
According to AFP, the scheme will be launched by the end of the year "at the latest" in cities such as Bonn, Essen, and Mannheim.
Flight Attendant Adopts Stray Dog That Always Awaited Her Return From Countries Abroad
No matter how long it took, Rubio would always await Olivia's return outside her hotel – even when she was gone for two whole months.
Germany Launches World's First Hydrogen-Powered Train
The two trains will be managing a section of railway in Lower Saxony – and there are more trains expected to be launched in the near future.
Boy Who Parks His Bike in Same Spot Every Day Finds That Someone Reserved the Space for Him
Social media users are calling the gesture "the most adorable random act of kindness ever".
Before He Dies, Architect Designs Living Space With Everything You Need in a Green Oasis of Stunning Beauty
No two features of the citadel were designed the same – every doorway and pillar are designed uniquely.
'Captain Wiggle Wings' - The U.S. Pilot Who Dropped Tons of Candy for Kids in Berlin After Fighting Their Country
This US Air Force pilot became a hero to German children during the Berlin Blockade by taking on the role of "Uncle Wiggly Wings".
NASA is Paying German-Speaking Women Thousands of Dollars to Lie in Bed for 60 Days Straight
If you're a younger or middle-aged woman who can speak German, then NASA might pay you thousands of dollars to stay in bed for two months.
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