A New Look into the Center of the Earth
For years, scientists have known that continents float around on the Earth's surface like ice bergs on the ocean. But what happens deep beneath our feet? A new theory envisions graveyards for continents and a life cycle not unlike the weather. By Hilmar Schmundt more...
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How Xenophobic Is Germany?
Do foreigners have a more difficult time here than in other countries? Spurred by a recent editorial, SPIEGEL ONLINE readers have flooded our inboxes with their experiences and comments. more... [ Forum ]
LETTER FROM BERLIN
In Minimum Wage Debate, Germany Should Look Abroad
The German government is currently deeply divided by a proposal by the left-leaning Social Democrats to introduce minimum wages across all economic sectors. The concept, though, has long been commonplace in the United States and other parts of Europe -- with mixed results. By Frank Hornig, Michael Sauga and Stefan Simons more...
