From the Fringe Articles
Germans Have Difficulty Cutting the Cord
When it comes to hanging onto the apron strings, Germans, it seems, are giving the Italians a run for their money. A recent study shows every third German calls mom on a daily basis. »Mehr zu: title"
Wanted: Magical Pipe Player with Talent for Rodents
Many people have scoffed at the idea that a strange and magical Pied Piper once came to Hamlin and enchanted the rats which were plaguing the German city, leading them to their watery graves in the nearby river Weser. »Mehr zu: title"
German Tarzan Amazes Egyptians
Tarzan is best known for swinging through the jungle with his faithful chimp friend Cheeta at his side. One German artist has a different take the act of defying gravity. »Mehr zu: title"
Three Planes Left Behind as Tempelhof Closes it Doors
When Berlin's iconic Tempelhof Airport closed Thursday, they may have checked that all the lights were out before they locked the doors for the last time but airport staff forgot to check if there were any planes left. »Mehr zu: title"
Heidi Klum, Family Will Leave the US if McCain Wins
Though the German population is clearly in favor of a President Obama, if US voters send John McCain into the Oval Office, Germans might be able to take heart in having Heidi Klum back for themselves. »Mehr zu: title"
Swedish Man Fakes Kidnapping to Avoid Wife
A Swedish man is in trouble with German police after telling them he had been kidnapped and brought to Nuremberg. The man was actually escaping from his troubled marriage, but didn't want to admit so to his wife. »Mehr zu: title"
German Arrested for Attempted Sale of US Embassy
Apparently convinced the United States would want to save some money after starting a $700 billion bank bailout, a German tried to sell the American embassy in Rome. The attempt landed him in jail. »Mehr zu: title"
Power of Pee Keeps Klitschko's Fists Pounding
Medical practitioners of both the holistic and traditional varieties have long used urine for treatment purposes, but boxer Vitali Klitschko may have devised a brand new therapy with the help of his son's wet diapers. »Mehr zu: title"
Nutty Thieves Warned Against Eating Loot
Who knew that hazelnuts constituted such dangerous booty? Certainly not the thieves who made off with 300 kg (600 lbs) of them in Germany. »Mehr zu: title"
Snakes Succumb to Both Man and Mouse
Mice have long been seen as little more than appetizers for the snakes living in the world's zoos, but one Taiwanese showed it's capable of more. Zookeepers in Stuttgart may want to invite the rodent to Germany. »Mehr zu: title"
No Taxi Ride Too Long to Keep Man From Friends, Beer | 06.10.2008
Never Mind the Parallel Parking, Just Score Some Goals | 01.10.2008
German Banker Stages Kidnap to Woo Object of Desire | 30.09.2008
