German-American Day Celebrates History and Friendship
On the 21st anniversary of the first official German-American Day, US President Bush and German Ambassador Scharioth both gave recognition to the long history of contributions by Americans of German descent, as well as the strong and enduring German-US friendship.
Celebrating the Day of German Unity on October 3
The Day of German Unity is a time to celebrate the peaceful unification of Germany in 1990 and a time to look forward as the “new states” continue to surmount economic and demographic challenges.
Call for Transatlantic Climate "Bridge"
"Only if we cooperate closely across the Atlantic will we be able to persuade up-and-coming economies of the merits of a sustainable and climate-friendly model of growth," Foreign Minister Steinmeier and Environment Minister Gabriel write.
Alternative Nobel For Cologne Physician
Germany-based gynecologist Monika Hauser was awarded the Right Livelihood Award for her work helping women who have suffered sexual violence in areas of conflict.
Eschenbach to Lead National Symphony
World-renowned German conductor and pianist Christoph Eschenbach has been named the next music director of the National Symphony Orchestra and the music director of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
Afghanistan: Germany to Double Police Trainers
The Federal Cabinet has decided to double the size of the German contingent deployed within the European police mission. Germany is taking a lead role in creating a functioning Afghan security sector.
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