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The lastest from the world of German Culture
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Germany’s cultural landscape is vibrant and diverse, with exciting developments across the arts, film, music, and literature. From literary festivals and prices to groundbreaking exhibitions in galleries across the nation to the latest releases from acclaimed filmmakers and authors, there’s a wealth of creativity to explore. 

1989 Heidi und Doris in Budapest Heidi Krebs Baier

35 Years Since the Fall of the Wall
 Heidi’s Dream

On the night the Berlin Wall fell, 18-year-old Heidi didn’t hesitate—she crossed from East to West. This is her story.

Heidi Krebs Baier

Well-attended courtyard at the exhibition centre in Frankfurt am Main during the book fair Photo (detail): © picture alliance / dts-Agentur

Frankfurt Book Fair 2024
 Defying the reports of losses

Less is not more here: a profound structural change in the publishing sector is becoming apparent ahead of the 2024 Frankfurt Book Fair. Some outstanding new publications also deal with the current crises in society.

Carsten Otte

Martina Hefter, winner of the German Book Prize 2024, before the award ceremony at the Römer in Frankfurt Photo (detail): © picture alliance/dpa | Andreas Arnold

German Book Prize 2024
 Martina Hefter wins the German Book Prize

There was a festive atmosphere in the Kaisersaal of Frankfurt's Römer when the six finalists were presented. The tension grew until it was finally announced that Martina Hefter would receive the German Book Prize 2024.