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Assistants are needed at Berlin polling stations

🗳️ Preparations for the September 20 elections are underway in Berlin. Volunteer assistants are urgently needed to work at polling stations and voting centers.

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In Berlin there's one more "giraffe-billionaire"…

🦒 A calf of the rare, endangered Rothschild's giraffe subspecies was born at Berlin's Tierpark Berlin-Friedrichsfelde.

Berlin dancers JRTS became the 2026 German champions

💃 The students of Jana Ritters Tanzstudio from Berlin won in two categories at the 2026 German Dance Championships in Pforzheim.

With the great Victory over fascism and Nazism!

🕊️ 8 and 9 May remain symbols of remembrance, courage and Victory over fascism and Nazism, reminding the world of the price of freedom and the tragedy of the Second World War.

€333 million for the development of sports in Germany

🏟️ The Bundestag approved €333 million for the modernization of Germany's sports facilities in 2026, including large-scale funding for swimming pools and Berlin's sports infrastructure.

1 May in Germany and the world — traditions, history, significance

🌸 May 1 unites the traditions of spring renewal, respect for labor, and an atmosphere of popular unity, remaining an important holiday in many countries around the world.

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BerlinPay — bonuses for tourists for keeping Berlin clean

🌿 In Berlin, the BerlinPay project is being prepared: authorities plan to reward tourists with bonuses, discounts, and perks for taking part in litter clean-ups and the city's environmental initiatives.

Berliner Freiwilligenbörse 2026: new opportunities

🤝 Berliner Freiwilligenbörse 2026 — the largest volunteer fair in Berlin. Dozens of organizations will present opportunities to participate in social projects. Free admission.

There is still work to be done…

📊 Berlin has published the Social Report 2025, highlighting poverty, employment, inequality, and key social challenges in the city.

Day of Democracy and Cohesion 2026

🎤 The Day of Democracy and Cohesion 2026 took place in Berlin, bringing together representatives of society, authorities, and organizations.

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The grilling season is just around the corner…

🌞 As warmer weather arrives, the grilling season begins in Germany. However, alongside enjoyment and social gatherings, strict rules and restrictions apply, especially in Berlin.

Orthodox Easter: meaning and traditions

🐣 On April 12, Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter – a symbol of life’s victory over death and spiritual renewal.

Significant Support for Apprentices

🚆 The new Deutschlandticket Zuschuss-Ausbildung program reduces costs for apprentices to €37.80 per month. The ticket is valid across Germany.

Happy Catholic Easter!

✝️ Easter is the main Christian holiday. Millions celebrate the resurrection of Christ and the renewal of faith around the world.

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Nowruz 2026 in Berlin (Marzahn)

🌸 Nowruz 2026 was celebrated in Berlin (Marzahn). The traditional spring festival brought together cultures and highlighted shared historical values.

Switch to daylight saving time in Europe

⏰ Europe switches to daylight saving time on March 29, 2026. When clocks change, which countries are involved, and why the practice is debated.

Counterfeit money – a direct path to prison…

💶 Counterfeit banknotes decreased in Germany, but Berlin saw a sharp increase. Experts explain the trends and warn about legal consequences.

The distinctive character of Chefs Culinar 2026

🍽 Chefs Culinar 2026 in Berlin brings together experts from gastronomy and wholesale. Focus areas include innovation, sustainability, logistics, and business solutions.

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Skilled professionals as the key to success

💼 The Berlin Senate has approved the Berlin Skilled Labour Strategy 2035. The plan focuses on attracting qualified professionals, strengthening education and supporting the capital’s economic development.

Walter Gauks: trust, cohesion and mutual respect

🤝 Walter Gauks talks about the work of the Berlin Senate's Commissioner for Russian Germans, late resettlers and displaced persons, as well as the key tasks of integration and public dialogue.

New project aims to link villages by bike

🚲 A new research project in Germany seeks to improve cycling connections between rural communities and make everyday destinations accessible without relying on cars.

SPRING MUSIC QUIZ IMOM’S BERLIN — «CHIK-CHEK: FOR LOVELY LADIES»

🌹 IMOM’S — a women’s music quiz party in Berlin, where emotions are louder than the music, and every participant shines with her individuality.

Happy International Women's Day!

🌸 Dear women! Please accept our most sincere wishes on March 8! We wish you always to be beautiful, gentle, and caring! Good health, boundless patience, and, of course, love!

ITB Berlin Celebrates Its Anniversary

🌍 ITB Berlin marks its 60th anniversary and brings together the global travel industry from 3 to 5 March at Messe Berlin.

Berliner Dom Reveals New Facets of Its Historic Heritage

⛪ After extensive restoration, the Berliner Dom reopens the Hohenzollern crypt and invites visitors to an open house event on 28 February.

Tuition Fees at Private Schools in Berlin

🎓 Berlin is introducing a unified system of parental tuition fees for private schools. Monthly contributions will be graded according to family income

Eat Berlin 2026 – for lovers of fine cuisine

🍽️ From February 19 to March 1, Berlin hosts the 15th Eat Berlin 2026 festival featuring more than 100 chefs from Germany and abroad.

THE 90s DISCO RETURNS — AND WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US!

💿✨ On February 22, a music quiz will take place in Berlin that easily turns into a real disco — with hits, laughter, and a great atmosphere.

Berlinale 2026 - International Film Festival in Berlin

🎬 From February 12 to 22, Berlin hosts the 76th Berlinale, one of the most important film festivals in the world.

Tierpark Berlin: Special Promotion in February

🦒 In February, Tierpark Berlin launches a special promotion with free admission for visitors aged 65+ and weekend guided train tours.

Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin

🍎 Fruit Logistica 2026 is taking place in Berlin, bringing together over 2,300 exhibitors from more than 90 countries to showcase global fresh produce trends.

Berlin Introduces AI to Simplify Administrative Texts

💡 The Berlin Senate Chancellery is introducing AI-based software to simplify official texts and improve accessibility for citizens.

Another Hazard Warning

⚠️ Rescue services warn against stepping onto frozen lakes, rivers and canals in Berlin and Brandenburg due to unstable ice conditions.

Berlin: New Developments in 2026. A Brief Overview

🏙 In 2026, Berlin will introduce a range of changes affecting social support, education, housing, energy supply and public transport.

Priority is given to education, youth support, and family relationships

🎓 The Berlin Senate has approved the 2026–2027 budget, maintaining key priorities in education, youth support, and family policy.

The need to improve the security system is obvious!

⚡ The January blackout in Berlin’s Steglitz-Zehlendorf district exposed vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and raised urgent security concerns.

Tiger cubs born at Tierpark Berlin

🐯 A Sumatran tiger cub has been born at Tierpark Berlin, a rare and critically endangered tiger subspecies.

Berlin: Concert Dedicated to the Birthday of Vladimir Vysotsky. “Thank You for Being Alive”

🎶 On January 23, the concert “Thank You for Being Alive”, dedicated to the birthday of Vladimir Vysotsky, will take place at the Russian House of Science and Culture in Berlin.

Merry Orthodox Christmas!

🕯️ Orthodox Christians following the Julian calendar celebrate Christmas on the night of January 6–7, observing the holiday with prayer and religious traditions.

Public Transport Fares Increased in Berlin

🚆 From January 1, public transport fares for BVG tickets in Berlin’s AB tariff zone have increased. On average, ticket prices rose by about 6 % due to higher operating costs.

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