From the Fringe Articles
It's Bad to Smile, German Psychologist Says
Germans are not exactly known for their overt friendliness, especially when it comes to the service sector. Now, one psychologist has found out that they're really just trying to protect their health by keeping smiles. »Mehr zu: title"
Snakes in a Box: Coming to a Post Office Near You
Anyone considering making a follow-up to the ludicrous action movie "Snakes on a Plane" may only have to look in the German press for their next lazy injection of creativity. »Mehr zu: title"
Court Tells Volvo Dealer to Compensate Big-Footed German
Most people choose a car to fit their requirements -- taking into account their budget, their speed needs and their proportions. But a ruling in favor of one big-footed German could see carmakers running for the hills. »Mehr zu: title"
Nostalgic Burglars Rob East German Secret Police Headquarters
Burglars snatched a coal briquette and other "worthless" items from a former East German secret police headquarter building. But the stolen goods could peak the interest of collectors. »Mehr zu: title"
Under the Political Gun, SPD Head May Reach for Razor
Social Democratic Party head Kurt Beck said he would shave off the salt-and-pepper beard that has become his trademark for "a million euros to a good cause" at a May Day demonstration this week. »Mehr zu: title"
German Phone Ad Suggests Dogg Has Had His Day
He is a former gang member who has convictions for drug dealing and a list of accusations which would make many criminals envious. But Snoop Dogg may have sealed the fate of that persona with his latest endorsement. »Mehr zu: title"
Another Stereotype Falls: Germany's Best Secretary is a Man
When people hear the term "secretary," most will immediately, rightly or wrongly, think of a woman in that role. But Germany's new best secretary has a Y chromosome. »Mehr zu: title"
Europe Stinks -- Or So Say the Brits
What do you get when you combine German pigs and a strong eastern wind? The Great Stink, apparently. And quite a few sour faces in the UK. »Mehr zu: title"
Braunau Gets a Bum Deal
Normally, all that comes between Simbach in Germany and Braunau in Austria is the River Inn. But now, a controversial bronze sculpture is at the bottom of a diplomatic incident. »Mehr zu: title"
German Geek Predicts Doomsday -- But Gets Math Wrong
When a 13-year-old German schoolboy spotted a miscalculation by US space agency NASA, he worked out that the chances of an asteroid hitting the Earth were higher than initially believed. It's just as well he was wrong. »Mehr zu: title"
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