Life

Significant numbers of Poles have been migrating to Germany for around 200 years: a trend that has clear benefits.

German is diverse - more than 16 regional dialect groups show this. Surprising facts for Mother Language Day.

Dreaming in German, joking in English? We spoke to people about how the relation to their mother tongues changes abroad.

You want to live in Germany? We explain 26 important terms that will help you understand Germany better.

How Aravinth Palaniswamy, Duc Tam Dam und Christina Papke, the creators of a new platform, are making things easier for expats on their arrival in Germany.

Sarah Slik has not been in Germany very long. Read here why she already has the feeling of having come home.

Scoring points for job security and good career opportunities: These German cities are particularly popular among expats.

Straightforward pensions system ensures that the older generation is well-provided-for.

Climate change has made the biggest jump towards the top of a monthly survey of German sentiment. Despite a 16 percentage point drop, asylum policy remained the chief concern for most Germans, according to the poll.

Where is Germany's creative potential flourishing? Where are the best museums, universities and funding? We present six top cities.

Discovering Germany in 2020: we have some travel ideas from pros, those in the know and bloggers – plus a special insiders’ tip for you.

The Verfassungsschüler project helps young people find out about the Basic Law and become politically engaged.