I think the title says it all.
German Police State or: Why Can't Little Maxi go to the Ballermann?
Bavarian Police stopped parents at airports, to check if children had permission to be out of school. Is this the state overreaching or is it simply a case of enforcing the law?
I don't Hate the Royals (I just don't see the Point)
Germany is not the only country that seems infatuated with the British Royal Family, but is the monarchy the best representative of what it means to be British?
My Love Affair With The Royals (And Nearly Anything Else That's British)
The Royal wedding is only five days away, guest blogger @hepburn4ever tries to explain why the Germans, and herself in particular, still love the Royal family and all things British.
Crucifixes and Pretzels: The Symbols of Bavaria
What is the real symbol of Bavaria, the Crucifix or the Pretzel? Bavarian President Markus Söder thinks he knows, but which one would cause him more trouble?
Why Do Germans Love Asparagus?
It’s Spargelzeit in Germany, which seems to be a reason to celebrate. With Spargel. So much goddamn spargel.
The Curious Case of Berlin's Schwabenhass
Why do Berliners hate the people of Schwaben in Southern Germany? Is it because they have different names for cakes and bread? Is it because Swabians are trying to force cultural change? Or is there a larger problem?
Is That a Tauntaun? How Germany Survives the Snow
Britain is obsessed by the weather, especially when it snows. Does Germany care as much and what did they make of Britain's brush with "The Beast from the East"?
Carnival in the Land of the Humourless
Germans are humourless, everyone knows that. So how do we explain the carnival season in Germany and why are they so worried about what is and isn't funny?
Learning German: Four Types of Language Learners
Are you "The Local" or "The Adviser"? There is more than one way to learn a language, which type of learner are you?
I want to be German for Christmas
We know Germany invented all the good Christmas traditions, but which ones have they kept for themselves?
Germany & the Office Christmas Party
It's time for the Christmas party, but why aren't the Germans dreading it?
German Christmas Markets: An Alternative Guide
There are many guides to German Christmas Markets, but only one that is willing to tell the shocking truth.
Let's Panic: Germany's Political "Crisis"
Germany is working through some issues, so why is English language media so panicked?
Honest German Customer Service: We are all idiots
The customer is always right, but in Germany they are happy to show you're a moron.
Laternelaufen: Fake Saints, Cakes and Lego Sets
The Laternelaufen , St Martin and name days are mainstays of German culture, but what has lego, He-Man and fake saints go to do with it?
England v Germany: Is it Ever a Friendly?
England play Germany on Friday, but with so much history, can it ever be friendly?
How Germany has changed since 2006: Rants, relief and reminiscing
In a guest post from Live Work Germany, James looks back at 11 years in Germany and asks: has Germany changed?
Tweed, Tea and the Queen: British Soft Power in Germany
Britain is thought to be in decline, but it still ranks highly in culture rankings. Is this really useful?
Germany in Autumn
It's Autumn in Germany, so time to buy some pumpkins and sharpen some knives.