Dennis Schulz

Nyara Sabally: A Rising Star in the WNBA In a thrilling showdown, 23-year-old Nyara Sabally, the younger of the Sabally sisters from Berlin, led her team, New York Liberty, to victory against her sister Satou's team, the Dallas Wings, in June 2023. Nyara, who joined the WNBA for her first season, already boasts an impressive track record. In 2018, she became a European champion with Germany's under-18 squad and was named the championship's best player. Her versatility on the court, showcased during her time with the Oregon Ducks in college, made her stand out as one of the most outstanding players. Despite an injury postponing her debut season, Nyara's confidence in her abilities was unwavering. Her journey to the elite WNBA league was never a question of "if," but rather "when." Hero Kanu: An NFL Hopeful from Bavaria Hero Kanu, the 18-year-old defensive tackle hailing from Geltendorf, Bavaria, has caught the attention of American football enthusiast...

One of Germany's largest LGBTQ+ Pride demonstrations and festivities, the Berlin Christopher Street Day (CSD), has attracted an impressive half a million participants this year.  The organizers of Christopher Street Day stress that this is more than just a parade; it is a powerful "demonstration" of solidarity. The event's name pays homage to the historic Christopher Street in New York City, where the courageous Stonewall riots erupted in June 1969. During these riots, LGBTQ+ activists bravely resisted a violent police raid on a gay bar, marking the beginning of the modern queer liberation movement. Remembering this legacy, the Berlin Christopher Street Day stands as a tribute to those who fought for LGBTQ+ rights. This year's CSD carries the theme "Be their voice — and ours! For more empathy and solidarity!" The month-long program is centered around four critical topics to elevate under-represented voices within the queer community. The firs...