Germany
• Dresden stands up to neo-Nazi march
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For years, neo-Nazis have marched on the anniversary of the 1945 Dresden air raid. In 2011, tension with counter-demonstrators escalated into clashes. But this year, the city seemed to have learned from past mistakes. [More »]
• In eastern city of Dresden, tolerance thwarts extremism
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Fewer right-wing extremists than expected marched in Dresden on the 67th anniversary of the city's destruction; but 13,000 gathered for a human chain of tolerance in the afternoon. [More »]
• 'A contribution to political culture'
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In the western German town of Duisburg, a citizens' initiative has forced the mayor to step down over his role in the Love Parade disaster in 2010. DW spoke to Ansgar Klein, an expert on citizen political involvement. [More »]
• Duisburg Love Parade mayor voted out of office
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Mayor Adolf Sauerland has been voted out of office in the German city of Duisburg. Residents who blame Sauerland for 21 deaths at the Love Parade music festival in 2010 forced the vote. [More »]
• Soccer award highlights sport as 'engine for integration'
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Germany's soccer integration award puts the spotlight on small projects and initiatives that help kids to learn the German language and acquire self-esteem, team spirit and social skills. [More »]
• Anti-Semitism remains prevalent in German society
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A new report has found that one in five Germans harbors anti-Semitic feelings. This puts Germany at about the mid-range among European countries. [More »]
• Finding work as an immigrant is not always easy
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Many people who decide to move to a foreign country go in search of new opportunities. But what options can immigrants looking for work in Germany expect? [More »]
• Wacky 'Kölsch' songs set the stage for Carnival
Image Clowns aren't the only things you'll find at Carnival
Whether it's Rio, Venice, New Orleans or Cologne, when it comes to Carnival - or Mardi Gras - it all comes down to a few essentials: dressing up in funny costumes, partying and making music. [More »]

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