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Human Rights

Berlin dance festival explores human rights

At Berlin's international dance festival, choreographers tackled issues like the Islamic veil and the failures of the international community in upholding human rights. The result wasn't necessarily comfortable. »

 
 
Singer Elina Garanca

Music

'Carmen' is about sensuality, says star soprano Elina Garanca

Elina Garanca is a surefire superstar, having become one of the world's most famous singers within just a few years. And now, she seems to have found her perfect role - as Georges Bizet's 'Carmen.'  »

 
 
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In celebration of the Berlin corner shop - and creative integrity

A low-budget film released in Germany this week takes a look at that quintessentially Berlin phenomenon, the late-night corner shop known as the "Spaeti." »

 
 
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Cairo residents are 'kings of adaptation,' says author Belal Fadl

Megacity Cairo. For author Belal Fadl, it is the stage for the struggle between the rich and poor. At the same time, it's a continual source of inspiration. Deutsche Welle caught up with Fadl in his beloved city. »

 
 
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Venice Film Festival kicks off

The 67th Venice International Film Festival kicks off on Wednesday. German director Tom Tykwer's "Three" is among the films vying for the Golden Lion award. »

 
 
 
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Architecture

Architecture becomes personal at Germany's Venice Biennale pavilion

The Venice Biennale is one of Europe's most significant international architecture exhibitions. This year, the German pavilion gets to the root of the creative impulse that drives every architect: namely, desire. »

 
 
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Focus: Megacities inspire literary treasures

Megacities - with a population of ten million or more inhabitants - are an intriguing landscape for writers. Deutsche Welle talks with prominent authors in some of the world's most vibrant metropolises.  »

 
 
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DW's culture calendar: This month in Germany

From music and art to film and dance - find out what's going on in Germany's cultural scene. Deutsche Welle has compiled a list of this month's highlights.

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Book tips - auf Deutsch!

Can you read German or are you learning the language? Here you can find reading suggestions, book reviews and interviews with authors - all in German.  »

 

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