Germany

Controversial Dutch singer and actor Johannes Heesters dies at 108

Johannes Heesters, the Dutch-born singer and actor, died Dec. 24 at the age of 108. Heesters made a name for himself performing in Germany during Nazi-rule and spent the remainder of his career being criticized for performing before Adolf Hitler. He was considered one of the world’s oldest living performers.

Tom Hanks cast as lead in Nazi Germany drama ‘In The Garden of the Beasts’

Tom Hanks at the premiere of "Larry Crowne". (Hollywood, CA)

Elvis Presley estate suing German record company for unpaid royalties

The King's estate says Arista Music owes $9 million in unpaid royalties

Elvis Presley's estate is suing Arista Music, one of Sony’s labels in Germany, claiming that they owe as much as $9 million in back royalties.

The estate claims that Arista, which was formerly RCA, is exploiting a 1973 $5.3 million buyout of the singer’s back catalog, according to NME. RCA bought the recordings, with the profits to be split down the middle between the company and Colonel Tom Parker, Presley’s manager.

Lakers’ Kobe Bryant undergoes experimental, innovative procedure on oft-injured right knee

Bryant sought treatment in Germany last month
Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant (24) drives to the basket between Dallas Mavericks point guard Jason Kidd (R) and Tyson Chandler (L) during Game 3 of the NBA Western Conference semi-final basketball playoff in Dallas, Texas May 6, 2011. REUTERS/Mike Stone (UNITED STATES - Tags: SPORT BASKETBALL)

The Arms of Krupp

A truly historical book, The Arms of Krupp, written by William Manchester, relates the history of the Krupp family, the company owners of the largest gun factory in Germany. The book starts, of course, by relating the short story of the first Krupp who started his business around the 16th century and continues in a very accurate and well documented manner.

10 Favorite Classic European Films

On Wednesday morning, the results of ABC’s Tuesday night program on the greatest films of all time, must have lead to some serious head-scratching by any self-described cinema fan. The list, which was created by a combination of public votes and expert choices, leaned entirely on American films.

Without further ado, here is a list of ten classic European films that belong in any conversation on the greatest films ever made, broken down by country.

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Munich Brewers Join Forces to Create Special Beer for 200th Anniversary of Oktoberfest

In an unprecedented collaboration, the six main breweries of Munich, Germany have teamed up

During the annual celebration known as Oktoberfest, six main breweries in Munich, Germany have traditionally gone head-to-head as part of an ongoing rivalry. However, with the 200th anniversary of the festival just around the corner, the six main breweries of Munich have joined forces in an unprecedented collaboration to create a special beer in honor of the occasion.

Fifteen Killed in German Stampede

'Love Parade' draws 1.4 million crowd

Fifteen people died for techno music in a mass trampling in Germany on Saturday.

Pink Injures Herself Onstage with Harness Malfunction

Pink is only slightly sore from onstage accident

Pink suffered a “scary” fall during a routine stunt at her concert in Germany on Wednesday that sent her straight to the hospital. There was a gear malfunction when Pink was hanging upside down from a harness.

After the show, Pink apologized to her fans on Twitter, saying, “I'm embarrassed...I'm in ambulance now but I will b fine. Didn't get clipped in2 harness correctly, drug me off stage, fell in2 barricade...I hope it at least looked cool!." according to People Magazine.

Pink Hospitalized After Harness Malfunction at Germany Concert

She was sent into a barricade as a result of a harness malfunction

Grammy Award-winning recording artist Pink, whose Funhouse Summer Carnival Tour bus unexpectedly caught fire last month, found herself in danger once again during a concert at the Easy Credit Station in Nurnberg, Germany on Thursday. According to eonline.com, she was sent into a barricade located onstage as a result of a dangerous harness malfunction that occurred during her performance.

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