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The art of hand lettering
Whether it's on book covers, product packaging or posters, hand lettering is enjoying a renaissance in graphic design. Despite living in the digital age, people are embracing the art and learn calligraphy in workshops.
A piano competition to honor Beethoven
The final of the International Telekom Beethoven Competition took place in Bonn last weekend. The event takes place every two years and pays tribute to the piano works of Beethoven, who was born in the city.
An ark on the slopes of the Carpathians
This house has a second roof whose ridge digs into the ground. Polish architect Robert Konieczny received a Design Award from Wallpaper Magazine for his "ark" in Brenna, Poland.
Unique wooden self-assembly toys
The mechanical toys by Ukrainian company Ugears have fans all over the world. The 3D models are made entirely from wood and are slotted together – no glue is needed. The result: delicate retro-looking contraptions.
Greccio: Where the nativity scene originated
The first nativity play, or re-enactment of Jesus' birth, was staged in Greccio, Italy, in 1223. Saint Francis of Assisi had the idea. The nativity play is still one of the year's highlights there today.
A taste of Greece in Berlin
At Taverna Ousia, Athanasios Gortsas delights his guests with traditional Greek fare. He shows you how to make a delicious dish of lamb shoulder in red wine.
At home with Santa
Way up in the Arctic Circle, near the city of Rovaniemi, there's an amusement park with all the trappings of Christmas. DW heads north to meet Santa in his very own village.
DIY: A copper pipe newspaper rack
Sari Hansen shows you how to make a unique newspaper rack from basic copper pipes. All the steps are explained in a simple video.
The Star Wars Saga – So Far – in 3 minutes
The Star Wars saga from episode I to VII in just 3 minutes – for those who want to join the party chat, and who want to know what came before Episode VIII, without sitting through over 15 hours of galactic swashbuckling.
Christmas tradition: Nuremberg gingerbread
The southern German town of Nuremberg has been known for its gingerbread since the Middle Ages. It’s a Christmas specialty that can be enjoyed at the local festive "Christkindlesmarkt".