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InFocus
 Saxony: Baroque Meets High Tech (October 2006)
Elections 2005 (September 2005) Germans will head to the polls on September 18, 2005, to elect their federal representatives. So InFocus takes a look at the campaign and the candidates and presents a basic overview of Germany’s federal system, election process, and the role of political parties. Germany's Contribution to the Fight Against Global Terrorism
(February 2005)
Since the horrific attacks of September 11, 2001, Germany has stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States and its international partners in the fight against global terrorism. 15 Years After the Fall of the Wall
(November 2004)
The opening of the border between East and West Germany - with the sudden opening of checkpoints across Berlin on November 9, 1989 - was more than just one moment in history. It was the beginning of an exciting and sometimes difficult chapter for Germany, a chapter that is still being written. This InFocus takes a look at the unforgettable moment in history in November 1989, as well as the developments in Germany in the 15 years since. Celebrating German Heritage in America Today
(October 2004)
German-Americans make up the largest ancestry group in America today. This feature looks at their place in contemporary culture and in history. This InFocus takes a look at the colorful history of German immigration through the centuries, the contributions of some influential German immigrants, the vibrant US communities that continue to nurture their German-American heritage, and the exemplary stories of some Germans and German-Americans in Hollywood. Jewish Life in Germany
(June 2004)
Germany’s relationship to its Jewish community is of profound importance to the country’s post-war reconciliation and the continuing process of coming to terms with its Nazi past. There are substantial efforts to revitalize the German-Jewish relationship so that a renewed Jewish culture may once again become a vibrant part of today’s Germany. The blossoming of Jewish cultural life in German is a testament to the success of these efforts. The Glory of Baroque Dresden
(January 2004)
A year and a half ago, torrential floods swept through the city of Dresden in Saxony, threatening to destroy some of Germany's most important cultural artifacts. This spring, hundreds of works from the State Art Collections Dresden will be on exhibition in Jackson, Mississippi in "The Glory of Baroque Dresden" exhibition, hailed as one of the most important art events in the United States for 2004. Infocus takes a look at some the most prominent pieces from this dazzling collection, including the Old Masters Gallery, the porcelain collection, the Green Vault, and the Armory. Christmas Markets
(December 2003)
Each year, Christmas markets spring up around Germany in the weeks before the holidays, signaling the beginning of Advent. This centuries-old tradition is a feast for the senses. Here, communities meet to celebrate the holidays and spread the warmth of the season in the cold month of December. Take a tour of eight of Germany's loveliest and most characteristic Christmas markets, from the traditional market at Augsburg to the metropolitan flair of Berlin. Frankfurt Book Fair 2003
(October 2003)
Each October, Frankfurt is home to the largest meeting of authors, publishers, and booksellers in the world, the Frankfurt Book Fair. While the fair revolves around reading--one of the most personal, solitary activities that there is--the fair is anything but calm. At the massive fairgrounds in Frankfurt, publishers, literary scouts, rights managers, writers, and illustrators mean business. US Bases in Germany
(September 2003)
For over 50 years, the presence of U.S. troops in Germany has been a military and political success story. President Bush has announced a realignment of US forces abroad and in the US. The US will continue to consult with Germany on this issue. Germany is interested in maintaining a substantial presence of US forces in the country and continues to be a welcoming and cost-effective location for American troops in Europe. Martin Luther
(May 2003)
A major film on religious reformer Martin Luther is to be released this year, and a Luther exhibit starts a tour of the United States this summer. While history may remember him first as the founder of the Protestant Reformation, Luther was also a brilliant linguist, gifted musician and passionate husband and father. This month, InFocus takes a closer look at the man Life magazine ranked third among leading figures of the past millennium. German American Executive Summit
(May 2003)
The first-ever German American Executive Summit will bring together in Washington, DC, close to 100 CEOs and top executives of major German and American companies along with political representatives for round-table talks and panel discussions on German-American economic relations. Germany,
France and the Future of Europe (January 2003) On January 22, 1963, French President Charles de Gaulle and Chancellor Konrad Adenauer of the Federal Republic of Germany signed a treaty of friendship, setting the seal on reconciliation between Germans and the French in an historically disputed Europe. This treaty, named the "Elysée Treaty" for the palace in which it was signed, has not only had considerable effects on the political future of Germany and France, it has also had a decisive influence on the development of Europe in the 40 years since its creation. This month, InFocus looks at the legacy of this vital agreement. Celebrating
the Season (December 2002)
This month InFocus looks at the many traditions that make the Holiday season in Germany special as well as those customs that have become part of celebrations around the world. Books in Germany (October 2002) Other media may come and go, but books are here to stay in Germany. That is the message publishers are sending out this October as visitors from around the globe gather at the Frankfurt Book Fair, the most important annual event in publishing. Germany is the home of some of the world’s most influential publishing companies, and its cities support a thriving literary scene. This month InFocus takes a closer look at the German book world, with a glimpse at some of its most compelling works available in English. Elections 2002 (August/September 2002) Germans will head to the polls on September 22, 2002, to elect their federal representatives. So InFocus takes a look at the campaign and the candidates and presents a basic overview of Germany’s federal system, election process, and the role of political parties. International Criminal Court (July/August 2002) On July 1, 2002, the International Criminal Court takes up its work in The Hague, fulfilling a 50-year goal of the United Nations. The Court is the first permanent, international tribunal designed to investigate and prosecute individuals for the most serious crimes against humanity. To date, 69 countries, including Germany and all European Union countries, have ratified the Rome Statute establishing the Court. This month InFocus takes a look at this institution. The Bridge New York-Berlin (July 2002) The Bridge is a long-term project aiming to further and intensify tolerance and international understanding between the American and German youth. The Bridge was brought about by the chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Mr. Gerhard Schröder, in the wake of the terrible terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Roads Worth Traveling (May/June 2002) So many roads, so little time. This month, InFocus takes a look at four of the many routes that are among the Roads Worth Traveling - the Romantic Road, Wine Roads, the Romanesque Road, and the Fairy Tale Road.
InFocus takes a look at Energy and the Environment and the steps we can take to preserve the environment and limit climate change by changing energy production and habits of use. Germany at the Olympics (February 2002) InFocus takes a look at Germany at the Winter Games. You'll find features on current medal hopefuls, up and coming sports like skeleton and snowboarding, and past Olympians. You'll learn what winter sports are most popular in Germany and why. And you'll learn about the last time Germany hosted the Winter Games, in 1936 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
The banknotes and coins of the single currency of the European Monetary Union will enter circulation on January 1, 2002. For the first time since the Roman empire, Europe will share a common legal tender.
Germany-Online showcases some of the highlights of Germany's history, culture, and spirit. |
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