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ARD and RBB Mark 50 Years of the Palast der Republik With New Documentary

The anniversary coverage reopens debate over GDR heritage, especially the palace’s demolition.

Christine Gerbich to Lead Museum Utopie und Alltag With Funding Boost and Exhibition Overhaul

Berlin Reopens Reconstructed DDR Glass-Mosaic Fountain for Heritage Open Day

Brandenburg Launches Unity Anniversary Program to Counter DDR Trivialization

Former DDR Border Tower in Cumlosen Sells for €156,000 at Berlin Auction

Berlin’s FEZ Youth Center Gains Monument Protection

Police Use Taser to Detain Teenager in Vandalism Incident at Former Potsdam Parliament

Former East German Environment Minister Hans Reichelt Dies at 99