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18/11/2009 The honeymoon is over in Hungarians' love affair with their jeans

The symbolism of jeans in eastern Europe has come a long way from a time when they were a rare and coveted emblem of the West.

16/11/2009 Berlin brothel goes green to beat the crisis

A brothel in Berlin is offering “eco discounts” to customers that use their bikes or public transport to visit.

11/11/2009 Swiss Army knife morphs with age

From corkscrews and can openers to nail clippers and a USB key, the legendary Swiss pocketknife has changed in the last 125 years.

10/11/2009 Calling all Expatica readers!

Win one of three Amazon.com vouchers worth EUR 50 by filling out the Expatica Survey 2009.

09/11/2009 East German nudists let it all hang out, 20 years on

"It has nothing to do with sex," insisted Udo Schumacher, 64, as he stood, stark naked, on a beautiful but bracing beach in Prerow in...

06/11/2009 1989: When East Germans discovered Western sex

In communist East Germany, pornography and sex work were serious taboos.

02/11/2009 Malaysia's Magic in Frankfurt (sponsored contribution)

Who would not succumb to these delights and relish at the sheer diversity on offer. This alone is worth to travel to Malaysia. To enjoy the hustle...

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The ABCs of the German school system

The ABCs of the German school system

Trying to size up the education system is one of the hardest things facing those embarking on a foreign posting. We set out what you should know about German schools and daycare.

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

How to move to Germany legally: visas and citizenship

Want to move to Germany but haven’t figured out the details? Check out Expatica’s overview of the German visa and citizenship system.

Taking your pet on assignment

Taking your pet on assignment

When moving abroad, the owner must make an informed decision as to whether their pet is up to the trip. Here’s an overview of the factors involved.

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Looking for work in Germany: The in depth version

Moving to Germany but still searching for a job? Check out Expatica’s comprehensive overview of the ins and outs of employment in Germany, including information on how to find work, recruitment agencies, employment contracts and labour law.