The earth houses by architect Peter Vetsch bring to mind Hobbit holes. But their unusual exteriors conceal one of the most environmentally and climate-friendly designs available on the market today.

18-year-old students Harvey Tweats and Tom Whitehurst from Staffordshire, England, have a vision: They want to help save Britain's endangered frogs, turtles and snakes.

The Megamarsch is the ultimate hiking challenge: 100 kilometers in 24 hours, without sleeping or taking long rest breaks. Will DW reporter Axel Primavesi make it to the finish?

The Germans love their national drink – and not just during Oktoberfest. Germany is world-famous for its beer. While brewing it, the country's purity law still plays an important role.

Halloween has Celtic origins. On October 31 Celts celebrated Samhain, to mark the start of a new year. Thinking that on this night the dead would rise again, they carved scary faces into turnips to ward off evil spirits.

Norway has a new museum dedicated to its famous painter Edvard Munch. His works, along with those of other artists, are now on display at Oslo's new Munsch Museum. And the building is as striking as the art inside.

Spanish musician Xavier Lozano is also a passionate craftsman: He turns anything he can get his hands on into flutes – whether it be bricks, watering cans, or ladders. In the end, it all resonates with melodious sound.

An enamel made from fish scales adorns the precious pearls from Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia, lending them a gorgeous shine. The coated pearls are used to make jewelry fit for queens.

A Berlin street art collective has turned a former amusement arcade into a temporary art gallery where traditional works meet augmented reality. Using an app, visitors can enjoy artworks springing to life.

Many musicians swear by the accordions made in the small town of Castelfidardo in Italy. Every fall, accordion players from all over the world meet at an international accordion festival.