May 24, 2006, 04:12 PM
THE GERMAN NATIONAL PASTIME
Germans love to complain. Indeed, if you listen closely, it seems as though the country is about to completely fall apart by day's end. But why? more...
May 18, 2006, 03:50 PM
BRUTALLY HONEST
Don't beat around the bush in Germany. If someone asks a question, answer it honestly and expect the same in return. "Yes I have put on a few pounds," is the correct answer. more...
May 18, 2006, 03:27 PM
LOVE THY NEIGHBOR
It can be easy to annoy your neighbors in Germany. A few too many barbeques can be all it takes. To guarantee harmony, muzzle your mutts and follow these simple rules. more...
May 12, 2006, 04:24 PM
MISUNDERSTANDINGS
There are worse things a girl could say to a guy. more...
May 12, 2006, 04:18 PM
BY THE NUMBERS
Germans love their statistics. Before you come, be sure you are well-armed. From population to average annual rainfall, your World Cup hosts will want to know it all. more...
May 05, 2006, 06:12 PM
TAKE IT FROM A GERMAN
German roads are unique. It seems like an opportunity for serious injury or death or a run-in with the law presents itself around every corner. A German reader sets you straight. more...
May 02, 2006, 05:25 PM
SPRECHEN SIE TRASH?
A few times a year, Germans put unwanted stuff on the sidewalk for pickup. Other Germans pick through the piles for that carelessly discarded gem. It's the country's unofficial national sport. more...
April 26, 2006, 03:13 PM
GERMAN EFFICIENCY?
If you thought clearing a street of a handful of leaves was a simple proposition, think again. Germany has mastered the art of overkill. more...
April 26, 2006, 03:01 PM
GERMAN PRIVACY
That boss or bureaucrat behind the closed door might be busy. Or maybe not. How would you know? A guide to navigating the German office door. more...
April 21, 2006, 10:54 AM
GERMAN LESSONS
You can learn a lot in Germany. Like what the locals like to talk about -- and what they don't. Traffic and taxes over coffee and cake anyone? more...
