How much should you actually tip on a ‘free’ walking tour?
They’re advertised as free — but guides often pay a fee for every guest. Here’s what travellers should know before joining one.
Three-way race: who will win power in chess?
The era of Russian presidents is coming to an end at the World Chess Federation. Two Germans and one Kazakh are up for election — and the money behind them is the real question.
With turbulence all around, Armani plays it safe and easy in Milan
The late designer’s niece echoes his sense of relaxation, as the house seeks to prove itself to potential buyers.
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The debate shows a clear generational divide between Gen Z and, well, everyone else.
Convoys on the A7, helicopters over the Elbe: Hamburg becomes NATO’s northern hub
Why the city is suddenly central to Europe’s defence logistics — and what residents will notice this week.
Reeperbahn Festival, the morning after: ten acts the whole industry is now chasing
Four nights, hundreds of showcases, one clear verdict on who breaks through next.
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Port
Warning strikes spread: which terminals are affected, and for how long
A live overview for shippers, commuters on the harbour ferries and anyone waiting for a parcel.
Shipyards
A Hollywood-sized yacht, a quiet dock and a very discreet refit at Blohm+Voss
Why the world’s largest private vessels keep coming back to Steinwerder.
Traffic
Night convoys on the A7: the closures and detours drivers need to know
Military transports will move mostly after 10pm. Here is the route map.
City
The Elbe drone show was a hit. Will the city make it a tradition?
Organisers talk of a winter edition. Residents on the waterfront are split.
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From currywurst to omakase: the twelve new openings worth queuing for this autumn
Our critics ate their way from Ottensen to Wilhelmsburg.
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