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In this episode of DW Festival Concert, all the music is somehow tied to Prometheus, be they pieces by Beethoven, Liszt, or Alexander Scriabin's "Poem of fire."
Quarters featuring the author, poet and activist Maya Angelou are the first to be minted in a series that will also feature other pioneering American women.
The renowned director has been under house arrest in Russia but arrived suddenly in Hamburg to begin rehearsals this week. Few expected that Serebrennikov would be allowed to leave Moscow.
With his latest tome, the literary provocateur Michel Houellebecq completes his writer's quest: to portray a dying white patriarchy. The big surprise comes in the acknowledgments.
Originally part of the Athens temple, the marble sculptures on display in the British Museum are at the center of a 200-year-old restitution dispute between Greece and the United Kingdom.
From beer to nudity and ridiculous grammar — we uncover the quirks and idiosyncrasies of the German culture.
DW's list of German-language novels published since 1900 that have been translated into English is the first of its kind.
Since its opening in 2017, Hamburg's classical music landmark has attracted music fans from all over the world. DW presents five highlights from five years of the "Elphi."
Many countries are reimposing restrictions on everyday life amid rising infections. DW Travel offers a brief recap of what rules apply in the EU.
Up into the 20th century, ethnological shows presented people as exotic objects. Two exhibitions shed light on the cruel colonial history.
Amid ongoing controversy over a lack of diversity, the Golden Globes were announced via social media last night. "Power of the Dog" and "West Side Story" dominated the top prizes.
The Full House star was found dead in an Orlando hotel. Police are still investigating the cause of death, but suspect no foul play so far.
Olivia Colman, Lady Gaga and Benedict Cumberbatch are among the stars nominated for best actor at Hollywood's first major awards show of the year. Films "Belfast" and "The Power of the Dog" are among the top contenders.
Missionaries from the Moravian Church, one of the oldest Protestant denominations, built the site in the US state of Pennsylvania 280 years ago. They taught equality across racial barriers and promoted education for girls at a time when that was rare.
The award-winning composer was known for classics like "The Windmills of Your Mind," and "The Way We Were."
From German bread to "Fight Club": Here are 10 stories about the iconic singer who died in 2016. David Bowie would have turned 75 on January 8.
Deutsche Post is issuing a special stamp to mark the 75th birthday of David Bowie, who died in 2016. Postage companies worldwide also celebrate cultural icons.
The Mexican muralism movement emerged in the 1920s and continues to inspire political street artists around the world today. Join DW in retracing the steps of great painters like Diego Rivera.
The aesthetics of Afrofuturism explore and celebrate African identity in film, art, comics and music – from Hollywood to Nairobi.
DW’s podcast provides a weekly space for critical conversations on relationship topics important to Indians.
Known as 'dizi', Turkish TV series are breaking ratings records all over the world - from Pakistan to Chile. DW talks to actors, producers and fans to find out what makes them so successful.
Stuck at home and unsure what to cook? Check out our YouTube channel "DW Food"!
Eating healthier, regular exercise, or reading more books - many people use the New Year to tackle new projects or follow through on old plans. What's on your list of New Year's resolutions for 2022?
Sidney Poitier, known for classics like "A Raisin in the Sun" and "In the Heat of the Night," was the first Black man to win an Academy Award for best actor. The renowned actor and director has died at the age of 94.
From the Grammys to the Golden Globes, from Carnival to Oktoberfest: Many organizers are rethinking, postponing or even canceling large events due to the highly contagious COVID variant. Here's a list.
Could Hitler have been stopped in 1938? A Netflix production starring Jeremy Irons as former British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain explores the question.
Not in the mood for gray weather and winter blues? Then it's worth checking out our picture gallery featuring places where vacations can be particularly beautiful at this time of year.
The New Hollywood filmmaker, acclaimed for his 1970s films "What's Up, Doc?" and "The Last Picture Show," has died. Here's a look back at his filmography.
Razor-sharp and funny to boot: That's the cartoonist's mission. But could those adjectives describes Germans as well? Artist Miguel Fernandez pokes fun at the stereotypes and personality traits attributed to the Germans.
From the skyline of Frankfurt to the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm — welcome to Hesse!
The Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation runs Berlin museums - and one of the world's largest collection of exhibits.
DW's web documentary shows how artists built a new life after fleeing their home country.
In this multimedia special, DW explores how artists around the world advocate for freedom.
Glenn Gould's piano playing – live again. And rivers composing melodies! AI music that amazes!
Gold leaf from Venice, the first female shrimp fisher on horseback and indigo dyeing.
Can technology allow us to live forever? With the help of chatbots, holograms and avatars, our personalities can live on after we die.
In this Check-in Special, we present stunning drone footage of the first 23 places in Germany named UNESCO World Heritage Sites between 1978 and 2000. Part 2 will feature the sites named since then up to the present.
