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Laugh a Little

March 26, 2008

Germans may have a reputation for being a little glum, but they're not all sourpusses. They can laugh or be laughable at times, and you can chuckle right along. Read up on the farcical side of Germany.

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DW-WORLD.DE's "From the Fringe" brings you the latest stories about criminal capers, celebrity shockers, animal antics and just general tomfoolery from all over Germany. So put aside your serious side for a few minutes and catch up on the latest events that are, in some odd fashion, just outside of the everyday.

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Joggi's Ground Rules

No beer, no dancing and absolutely no room service; coach Loew lays down the law.
March 26, 2008

Ticket, please

A man who apparently got a kick out of riding trains without a ticket is heading to jail.
March 25, 2008

Game Over

Hamburg's oldest brothel will soon turn its red light off for the last time.
March 20, 2008

Second-Hand Surprise

A German couple bought a used baby carriage and found a gun in the side pocket.
March 19, 2008

Condom Conundrum

A German drugstore's landlord forces conscientious lovers to go elsewhere for their protection.
March 18, 2008

Skeletons in the Suitcase

Tiresome airport check-in procedures really can suck the life out of a person.
March 12, 2008

Beep!

A German toy company has made airport security child's play.
March 11, 2008

Bed-Bagging Mishap

A British cruiseship captain faces allegations of racism for referring to German behavior on board.
March 10, 2008

Market Niche

Business is crawling along nicely at the Antstore, Europe's first shop dealing solely in ants.
March 9, 2008

Smoke Signals

Virtue is its own reward, but cash is definitely an added bonus.
March 7, 2008

The Name Game

A German couple can't agree on whether to give their not-so-newborn son a fifth first name.
March 6, 2008

Staying Late

Germans worked three billion overtime hours last year. No wonder they need a vacation!
March 4, 2008
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