The German authorities suspect the well-planned killing of a former Chechen separatist in Berlin was carried out by a Russian hit man released from prison for that purpose.
Tag: Berlin (Germany)
At Berlin Zoo, a Clamor to Name Twin Pandas ‘Hong’ and ‘Kong’
Readers of a Berlin newspaper sought to show solidarity with the pro-democracy protests in the semiautonomous Chinese territory.
Kremlin Denies Involvement in Berlin Killing of Ex-Chechen Commander
A Russian man was arrested in the fatal shooting of the former fighter against Russian forces, prompting speculation about another assassination of a Kremlin foe.
Boris Johnson Needs Help From Trump, but Not Too Much
As he undertakes his first foreign trip, Mr. Johnson needs American support for Brexit. But he also needs help from Berlin and Paris, where the president is regarded with suspicion.
Girl’s Quest to Sing With Berlin’s Boys’ Choir Is Dashed
The 9-year-old’s lawsuit had said that rejecting girls denied them access to a high-quality educational opportunity. The choir said the problem was her voice, not her gender.
Gay Penguins, and Their Hope for a Baby, Have Enchanted Berlin
Two male penguins at Zoo Berlin have adopted an egg, delighting Germans and raising the prospect of the zoo’s first penguin chick in almost two decades.
Bees Swarm Berlin, Where Beekeeping Is Booming
Berlin has more honeybee hives than it can manage, and experts say many of the beekeepers do not have enough time or training for the hobby.
German Court Fines Two Gynecologists for Abortion Ad
The doctors used words like “anesthesia free” to describe the procedure on their website. A judge said that violated a Nazi-era law.
Youth’s Video Takes Aim at Merkel’s Party in Run-Up to European Elections
A 55-minute clip attacking Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party logged more than nine million views in six days. The German establishment has taken notice.
Youth’s Video Takes Aim at Merkel’s Party in Run-Up to European Elections
A 55-minute clip attacking Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party logged more than nine million views in six days. The German establishment has taken notice.