https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Germany in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed The Local spoke with an American-German matchmaker based in Wiesbaden to get some (much needed) tips on dating a German. After consulting with her German clients, she came up with some sound advice on finding Teutonic bliss. https://www.thelocal.de/20170816/10-reasons-why-you-should-date-or-even-fall-in-love-with-a-german Wed, 16 Aug 2017 14:36:12 +0200 10-reasons-why-you-should-date-or-even-fall-in-love-with-a-german Thanks to a mountain of bureaucracy, a tricky healthcare system and a complicated language, freelancing in Germany can seem overwhelming at times, but there are ways to make it work. Here's our tips on what you should avoid doing when you decide to go 'Selbstständig' or self employed. https://www.thelocal.de/20191222/what-not-to-do-when-youre-freelancing-in-germany Sun, 22 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0100 what-not-to-do-when-youre-freelancing-in-germany German HR departments still haven't adapted to a world where people may live in three or four different countries throughout their careers. But all is not lost, an employment coach who works with expats tells The Local. https://www.thelocal.de/20170727/how-to-convince-german-employers-you-are-up-to-the-job-even-without-the-language Thu, 27 Jul 2017 12:49:31 +0200 how-to-convince-german-employers-you-are-up-to-the-job-even-without-the-language Germany has an impressive legacy of scientific research, engineering and design. Many things such as Mercedes cars and Bosch washing machines are recognised around the world but here are 10 everyday items you didn't even realise were German. https://www.thelocal.de/20171013/10-everyday-items-that-were-actually-invented-by-germans Fri, 13 Oct 2017 14:26:25 +0200 10-everyday-items-that-were-actually-invented-by-germans From stunning chalk-white cliffs to fairy tale castles, Germany has some breathtaking sights to see - perfect for social media. https://www.thelocal.de/20160929/germanys-10-most-instagram-able-places-travel-to-do-sight-seeing-trip-to-germany Thu, 29 Sep 2016 10:13:40 +0200 germanys-10-most-instagram-able-places-travel-to-do-sight-seeing-trip-to-germany The Local Germany's editor Jörg Luyken was born and brought up in the UK. But his immigrant father decided to lumber him with an über-German name. This has led to confusion at home and in Deutschland, too. https://www.thelocal.de/20171214/strange-things-that-happen-when-you-have-a-german-name-but-arent-german Thu, 14 Dec 2017 17:42:22 +0100 strange-things-that-happen-when-you-have-a-german-name-but-arent-german When you go back the homeland for your Christmas hols don't be surprised if people look at you a bit funny - you've probably picked up one of these peculiarly German habits. https://www.thelocal.de/20151216/seven-habits-youll-pick-up-living-in-germany Wed, 16 Dec 2015 16:30:54 +0100 seven-habits-youll-pick-up-living-in-germany Moving to a different country is an exciting yet daunting process. Make sure you jump through all the right hoops in Germany by following these tips. https://www.thelocal.de/20160801/6-top-tips-to-ensure-a-smooth-landing-in-germany Mon, 01 Aug 2016 17:49:46 +0200 6-top-tips-to-ensure-a-smooth-landing-in-germany After nearly four years in Berlin, The Local's Emma Anderson is leaving Germany for Belgium. She says she will never be the same thanks to life in the capital city. https://www.thelocal.de/20170814/how-living-in-berlin-has-changed-me-for-life Mon, 14 Aug 2017 18:02:41 +0200 how-living-in-berlin-has-changed-me-for-life Don't let the German bureaucracy scare you. We've summarized what you need to know to become an authentic German - or simply to stay in Germany permanently. https://www.thelocal.de/20160624/how-to-apply-for-german-citizenship-brexit-eu-referendum-uk Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:40:50 +0200 how-to-apply-for-german-citizenship-brexit-eu-referendum-uk Whether it be efficiency, humourlessness or a love of a certain Baywatch star, there are many cliches stuck in the heads of foreigners about Germany. But how true are they? https://www.thelocal.de/20161026/10-german-stereotypes-cliches-foreigners-get-wrong-list-humour-lederhosen-beer-debunked Wed, 26 Oct 2016 18:29:58 +0200 10-german-stereotypes-cliches-foreigners-get-wrong-list-humour-lederhosen-beer-debunked Going beyond the big cities like Berlin, Munich and Hamburg, we delve deeper into the German hinterland to find some of its undiscovered gems. From quaint medieval towns to breathtaking natural beauty, Germany's got it all. https://www.thelocal.de/20150513/germanys-most-beautiful-hidden-gems Wed, 13 May 2015 19:07:34 +0200 germanys-most-beautiful-hidden-gems Looking to earn big euros in Germany? Check out this list showing the companies with the highest average salaries in the Bundesrepublik. https://www.thelocal.de/20170328/these-twelve-companies-pay-the-highest-wages-in-germany Tue, 28 Mar 2017 18:00:55 +0200 these-twelve-companies-pay-the-highest-wages-in-germany Jobs and recruiting site Glassdoor has published a list of the top 10 German companies whose employees have the largest median income. https://www.thelocal.de/20160725/top-10-german-firms-with-the-highest-paid-employees Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:06:37 +0200 top-10-german-firms-with-the-highest-paid-employees Germany swept the floor in a new survey of the best cities in the world to live in, with Munich the highest ranked of three German cities in the top ten. https://www.thelocal.de/20160223/german-cities-world-top-10-for-expats Tue, 23 Feb 2016 12:21:54 +0100 german-cities-world-top-10-for-expats What holds back talented foreigners in Germany's job market? Recruitment expert Chris Pyak looks at three misconceptions which may be hindering your success when applying for jobs. https://www.thelocal.de/20140630/three-things-holding-foreigners-back-in-germany-job-market-jobs Mon, 30 Jun 2014 10:35:00 +0200 three-things-holding-foreigners-back-in-germany-job-market-jobs Every country has its fair share of weird regulations, but some of the ones in Germany border on the bizarre and irrational. The Local List takes a look at Germany's most quirky and obscure laws. https://www.thelocal.de/20140604/top-ten-weird-german-laws-and-rules-local-list Wed, 04 Jun 2014 17:25:00 +0200 top-ten-weird-german-laws-and-rules-local-list Crime statistics published on Wednesday revealed Germany's most dangerous and safest cities. They also showed a sharp rise in child pornography and burglary offences. https://www.thelocal.de/20140604/germanys-most-dangerous-and-safest-cities-crime-rates Wed, 04 Jun 2014 13:39:00 +0200 germanys-most-dangerous-and-safest-cities-crime-rates For those looking for a career change or to simply experience life in Germany, teaching English may pave the path to success. https://www.thelocal.de/20140414/why-you-should-become-an-english-teacher-in-germany Mon, 14 Apr 2014 11:26:00 +0200 why-you-should-become-an-english-teacher-in-germany Working in a German office can be a tricky business, especially if you haven't quite mastered the language. The Local is here to help with some useful phrases to impress your colleagues. https://www.thelocal.de/20140203/office-lingo-how-to-get-on-in-a-german-workplace-21-phrases Mon, 03 Feb 2014 18:31:00 +0100 office-lingo-how-to-get-on-in-a-german-workplace-21-phrases