Communication and Media

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“Please do not touch” no longer applies! Museums let hackers loose on cultural treasures. In this way they transform historical documents into exciting apps.

Could digitalisation divide Europe? Mariya Gabriel, European Commissioner for Digital Economy and Society, examines this question at the Global Media Forum.

Once you’ve learned German, you may expect to be able to communicate with people all over the country. But with what is estimated at between 50 and 250 German dialects, you might find yourself lost when the locals open their mouths. If you are in northern Germany, you might be hearing Plattdeutsch.

Want to learn German but feel like you have no time? Download some podcasts or check out these fun websites to help practice your Deutsch during even the busiest days.

Find out about how these news wholesalers work, what their special topics are and what services they provide.

This is where you can find background information on professions in journalism, use research sources or study media analyses.

1968 in words and pictures: Six Must-Read Books in cooperation with the Frankfurt Book Fair.

Inspiration, debate and networking: Berlin becomes the centre of the digital world during re:publica. These are the topics and highlights.

An overview with the most important facts about newspapers and media consumption in Germany.

The wide range of daily newspapers in Germany is a reflection of the diversity of opinions. Overview and links to important national newspapers.

The portal of the German Digital Library has now been launched, offering simple online access to Germany’s cultural and scientific treasures.