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Tax time!

Tax deadline is creeping up on us. And for the 2011 return, it may be May 31, but if you aren't thinking about it by now, you should. We have a few tips for those of you not so familiar with Germany's tax-appeal (and non-appeal).

May 2, 2012 by in Zeitgeist (2 Comments)

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No-fly zone!

When it comes to the new international airport (BER) set to open in June, the Berlin government is putting commercial interests above those of its citizenry. Not, however, without a struggle.

Apr 11, 2012 by in Zeitgeist (2 Comments)

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The cost of cheap silicon

When the PIP scandal broke in 2010, few breast implant patients in Germany were told they were carrying toxic time bombs. Up to 500,000 women in Europe are believed to have been affected – many in Berlin.

Mar 20, 2012 by in Zeitgeist

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From Stasi prison to parliament and back again

Visitors on a tour of the former Stasi prison might be lucky enough to come across Vera Lengsfeld, whose life story is so compelling that Hollywood snapped up the movie rights.

Nov 14, 2011 by in Zeitgeist

Independent Cinema

Indie movie houses… keepin’ it reel

It may be harder than it used be for our indie cinema paradises, but recent developments have injected some hope into the local scene.

Feb 20, 2012 by in Film (1 Comments)

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Kickstart your flick

Oma & Bella (which premieres tonight!) and Iron Sky are two films at the Berlinale this year that were the result of the crowd-funding sensation. What's taken Germany so long to catch on?

Feb 15, 2012 by in Film

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Berlin's best vintage

Fashion Week has ended, the visiting hordes have left the city and Berlin's first ever vintage fair, Toast & Jam, was a smash! If you missed out or are still hankering for a retro fix, here are the 27 shops you should know about.

Jan 6, 2012 by in Zeitgeist

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