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3 - 2 - 1 - It's time to savor holiday magic at Tollwood Festival
Experience Munich’s winter wonderland with music, mulled wine and a circus
Aazar Shad
November 14, 2024
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3 bits of news
Snap election for Germany: What’s next?
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In a political twist, Germany’s coalition government has crumbled, setting the stage for a snap election on February 23, 2025. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his center-left SPD hoped to push the election to March, citing the holidays and even a paper shortage, but opposition parties pushed for an earlier date. With the agreement finalized, German voters will head to the polls months sooner than planned.
Scholz’s coalition faced mounting disagreements, particularly over Germany’s economic model and the debt brake, a rule limiting government spending.
Scholz aimed to lift the brake temporarily to support job-saving measures, but this clashed with the fiscal priorities of the Free Democratic Party (FDP). Tensions escalated, leading to the FDP’s exit and the coalition’s collapse.
With the CDU/CSU alliance currently leading the polls, it looks likely they’ll head the next government, though coalition dynamics remain complex. Scholz’s SPD (which, by then, may have a new representative — possibly this guy), polling third, may need to partner with other parties to form a viable government, but reaching a stable agreement may be as tough as ever.
Watch the video on the debt brake here.
Find your stolen bike online
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Munich police have made it a whole lot easier to find your lost or stolen bicycle.
Gone are the days of trudging to the police headquarters or scouring the lost property office. Instead, all you need is a screen, some Wi-Fi, and a little bit of hope.
Launched in August 2024, the new online platform already has over 150 bikes listed, just waiting to be claimed. If you recognize your beloved two-wheeler, the process is simple. Reach out to the Munich bicycle depot using their contact form or call directly at 089/74356142.
Find more info here (in German).
Did a shorter week boost productivity?
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Ever dream of a four-day workweek? Well, 45 companies in Germany decided to test that dream, allowing employees a shorter week with no pay cut. Monitored by Münster University researchers, this six-month experiment aimed to see if less could really mean more when it came to productivity.
Surprisingly, the results were promising! Employees reported feeling healthier and less stressed, and, for many, productivity stayed the same or even improved.
In fact, two-thirds of participants felt more focused thanks to streamlined meetings and optimized processes. But before we get too excited, let’s see if this can work for everyone.
The study did show some curveballs. Only about a third of the companies actually cut a full workday, while others reduced hours by just a few hours each week. And while most employees enjoyed a little extra physical activity and a few more Z’s, the number of sick days barely budged.
Ultimately, more than 70% of the companies want to stick with the shorter week—some even considering a permanent shift.
Find more info read here (in English).
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2 upcoming events
Explore 85 hotel rooms of art
The Happy End Hotel pop-up is here, turning 85 rooms into an art lover’s dream.
Brought to you by Broke-Today, the creative minds behind past hits Mammon and Dying House, this unique exhibition fills five floors with immersive installations from nearly 100 artists around the world.
From passion to politics, beauty to war, each room dives into a different theme, pushing boundaries and keeping you guessing. Inspired by the legendary vibes of NYC’s Chelsea Hotel and the spirit of Freddie Mercury, this is art, music, theater and performance all under one roof.
For those ready to party, every Saturday night, the Breakfast Room transforms into a lively after-hours bash starting at 8pm, free for that day’s visitors.
General information:
📍 Paul-Heyse-Str. 18, 80336 München
📅 Every weekend, now through December 8, 2024
🕒 Open 2pm–8pm (Saturdays after-party starts at 8pm)
💶 €15
Tollwood winter festival
The Tollwood Winter Festival is back, and it’s bringing the holiday cheer with it! Running from November 26 to December 31, this is Munich’s answer to the traditional Christmas market, with a twist. Picture organic treats, recycled crafts, and unique gifts at the Market of Ideas. And let’s be honest—who can resist mulled wine and apple strudel while strolling through a winter wonderland?
Dive into their Festival du Cirque, where international circus troupes from Australia, Canada, and France turn the Grand Chapiteau tent into a world of acrobatics, drama and magic.
Plus, every Saturday, you can catch live music at the Witch’s Kettle tent, and on New Year’s Eve, join the ultimate midnight waltz to ring in 2025.
This year’s theme is: We Need You! It’s a call for unity, highlighted through colorful light installations and a cool art project where you can decorate benches to represent your ideals.
The message here? We’re all stronger together, whether it’s celebrating democracy or catching a trapeze artist mid-air.
Tollwood Winter Festival Highlights
• Festival dates: November 26 - December 31, 2024
• Christmas market open until Monday, December 23
• Circus shows featuring Circo Zoé, Circa, and 7 Fingers
• New Year’s Eve party: Tuesday, December 31 with a midnight waltz and fireworks
General information:
📍 Theresienwiese, München
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1 new restaurant/café to try
Bang! Onigiri San
Need a quick, tasty bite between classes or errands? BANG! Onigiri-San on Türkenstraße is the perfect place to go.
This cozy spot near the university serves up fresh, flavorful onigiri (that’s Japanese rice balls, for the uninitiated), with fillings ranging from tofu and spicy mayo to mango and kimchi.
Each bite is packed with flavor, and the prices are as student-friendly as the staff.
General information:
📍 Türkenstraße 47, 80799 München
🥘 Japanese Rice Balls
⏰ Monday - Thursday: 10:30am – 8:30pm
• Friday - Saturday: 10:30am – 9:30pm
• Sunday: 12 Noon – 8pm
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