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German priest splits with diocese over support for same-sex ‘blessings,’ LGBT ‘pride’ parade
LifeSite
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July 31, 2025
(LifeSiteNews) — A highly respected retired German priest recently announced his dissociation from the Diocese of Fulda in an open letter to Vicar General Dr. Martin Stanke, over its support for blessing same-sex “couples” and an upcoming LGBT...
'Ruth Asawa: Retrospective' exhibit // Photo book 'The Grateful Dead by Jim Marshall' // Black Arts Movement Film Fest
KALW - California
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Welcome to “The Sights + Sounds Show with Jeneé Darden,” where every week we tap into the Bay Area arts scene and bring you rich conversations with artists. On today’s show we hear about an exhibit that honors the life and work of artist Ruth...
To buy or not to buy? $2m Shakespeare folio headlines literary treasures on sale at Melbourne’s rare book fair
The Guardian
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July 31, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a bibliophile in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a 1894 deluxe edition of Pride and Prejudice. The first fully illustrated edition, adorned with Hugh Thomson’s pen and ink drawings and...
"Don't know how willing Alexander Zverev is to change" - Ex-World No. 1 gives verdict on German's potential partnership with Rafael Nadal's uncle Toni
Sportskeeda
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July 31, 2025
Alexander Zverev is expected to coach under Rafael Nadal's uncle, Toni Nadal, after his 2025 Wimbledon campaign. This potential partnership was recently analyzed by the former Russian tennis player, Dinara Safina. Zverev is currently competing at...
Fifteen apps to help you make the most of summer in Germany
The Local - Germany
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July 30, 2025
From translation tools to weather forecasts, and route planners to vegan food recommendations, these apps will help you make the most of your time in Germany this summer. Please note: links here are to the websites. You can download the apps from...
The 8 Best Upcoming Book Adaptations to Read Before They Hit the Big Screen
IGN
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July 30, 2025
It’s a timeless debate – is the book better than the movie? Well, several book adaptations are hitting the big screen (and streaming services) over the next year or so that you won’t want to miss, including a new version of The Running Man, The...
Young Book Collector Joshua Shelley on Jewish Presses, Daniel Deronda, and Arnold Zweig
Fine Books & Collections
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How about the most recent book? My most recent book is actually brand new. It's a rerelease of Arnold Zweig's De Vriendt kehrt heim. The book was released in a special edition with a new foreword by Meron Mendel. De Vriendt kehrt heim was...
Groundbreaking new book by ‘Maritzburg author, Yunus Carrim
Witness
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July 30, 2025
Pietermaritzburg resident Yunus Carrim has penned a new book, Attacking the Heart of Apartheid: The ANC’s MK Special Operations Unit, which aims to tell the remarkable stories of those involved in the armed struggle. Formed under the direct...
Hotel demand and pricing trends for upcoming events in Germany
Hospitality Net
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July 30, 2025
As Germany prepares to host some of Europe’s biggest events, hotels should be adjusting their strategies to take full advantage of these major revenue opportunities. For small and mid-sized independent hoteliers, staying ahead of these shifts is...
EU 2040 climate target deal “major challenge”, focus on Eastern Europe – German env min
Clean Energy Wire
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July 29, 2025
It will require a great deal of effort to win over the majority of EU member states by September to agree on a 2040 climate target for the bloc, as well as find unanimity for the union’s 2035 target required under the Paris Agreement, said German...
German zoo kills 12 baboons due to space, despite protests
Ottawa Sun
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Breadcrumb Trail Links News World It said that it examined offers to take in some of the animals but was unable to make any of them work Author of the article: Published Jul 29, 2025 • 2 minute read Demonstrators stand with protest signs in front...
Locals Aggressively Crashing a German Surf Contest in France Are Signs of a Bigger Problem
The Inertia - California
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July 30, 2025
Local surfers gave competitors at the German contest a taste of localism. Photo: Screenshot A video of a French freesurfer entering the site of a German university competition and pushing a competitor off her board has been viewed more than...
Fred. Olsen Windcarrier to Install Turbines at Skyborn’s German Offshore Wind Farm
Offshore Wind
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July 29, 2025
Skyborn Renewables has signed a preferred supply agreement with Fred. Olsen Windcarrier for the transportation and installation of turbines for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea. The charter party agreement is expected to be...
Hidden details of Putin’s private life show his ‘real worldview,’ new book claims
ICIJ
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July 29, 2025
A St Petersburg strip bar. A borrowed pied-a-terre for sexual tristes. A marriage stretched to its breaking point. Mob pals. And a plan to take control of Russia for the benefit of family and trusted friends. Some of the most sensitive areas of...
Kashmir: A Cop Introspects
Kashmir Life
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July 31, 2025
Former Jammu Kashmir Police officer Ali Mohammad Watali witnessed uprisings from within and systemic injustice from above. After going through his new book, Babra Wani uncovers how Kashmir’s institutions turned against the very people they were...
In Tecklenburg (Germany), even the houses testify of God
Christian Network Europe
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“An Gottes Segen, ist alles gelegen” (Everything is depends on God's blessing). When walking through one of the best-preserved medieval towns of Germany, you come across this saying. Or: “Wer auf Gott vertrawt, der hat woll gebowt” (Who trusts in...
11-year-old Eason Yin writes and publishes historic novel based on diary of World War II German soldier
PerthNow
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July 29, 2025
While most Year 6 students are focused on mastering maths homework or kicking the footy after school, 11-year-old Eason Yin from Christ Church Grammar School has accomplished something remarkable — he’s written and published a 27,000-word...
Economist Richard Werner discusses United States' involvement in Japan's economic downfall, claims "it had to be destroyed" like German economy
Sportskeeda
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July 29, 2025
German economist Richard Werner recently talked about Japan’s financial crisis, recession, and his book, Princes of the Yen, with American conservative political commentator and host Tucker Carlson. On Monday, July 28, 2025, the 58-year-old...
Book of Condolence for Daddy Lumba to open July 29; candlelight vigil set for August 2
GhanaWeb
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July 28, 2025
The family of the late Ghanaian Highlife legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has announced plans to open a book of condolence in his memory beginning July 29, 2025. This follows the passing of the music legend on July 26...
Historian Karl Schlögel Wins German Peace Prize
Latestly
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July 29, 2025
German author and essayist who has critiqued authoritarian regimes in East Europe from Stalin to Putin, has been honored for his commitment to peace in Europe.German historian Karl Schlögel, an expert on Russia and Ukraine, is the winner of the...