Current
Affairs
2006 was a year of exciting developments in German-US relations,
including a special visit by President George W. Bush with Chancellor
Angela Merkel in Germany.
Culture
& Zeitgeist
In 2006, Essen was selected as a European Capital of Culture, Dresden's
stunning Green Vault reopened to the public and German film made
its mark with high-quality productions.
Wacky
and Wonderful
From Bruno's ursine antics to the healing powers of kraut, to an art
student's impressive display of discipline as a terra cotta soldier,
TWIG covered the story.
Business
& Technology
In 2006, Germany's economy reached major milestones in reducing
unemployment. Environmental technologies were a key motor for growth
and job creation.