How Audrey Hepburn Risked Death to Help the Dutch Resistance in World War II
Audrey Hepburn declined the role of Anne Frank due to her traumatic wartime experiences that mirrored the character's struggles.
A Dutch project publicizes the names of half a million suspected Nazi collaborators
Nearly 500,000 names of suspected Nazi collaborators in the Netherlands published online for the first time after 80 years.
Why Is It So Hard to Build a Holocaust Memorial in London?
Despite desperate efforts to inform the world about the Holocaust, Szmul Zygielbojm faced profound indifference and despair over his inability to save his family.
These WWII Axis Prison Camps Are a Grim Reminder of the Brutal War
World War II prison camps were critical to Axis strategies, serving as sites for severe human rights abuses and systematic genocide.
80 years on: Marking the liberation of Majdanek Nazi camp DW 07/24/2024
Majdanek camp in Poland was a horrific extermination center where thousands, mainly Jews, were killed by Nazis during World War II.
Netherlands to open archive on people accused of wartime Nazi collaboration
The new accessibility of an archive on WWII collaborators in The Netherlands raises complex emotions for many families.
Openness regarding historical collaboration is viewed by some as essential for healing and reconciliation in Dutch society.
How Audrey Hepburn Risked Death to Help the Dutch Resistance in World War II
Audrey Hepburn declined the role of Anne Frank due to her traumatic wartime experiences that mirrored the character's struggles.
A Dutch project publicizes the names of half a million suspected Nazi collaborators
Nearly 500,000 names of suspected Nazi collaborators in the Netherlands published online for the first time after 80 years.
Why Is It So Hard to Build a Holocaust Memorial in London?
Despite desperate efforts to inform the world about the Holocaust, Szmul Zygielbojm faced profound indifference and despair over his inability to save his family.
These WWII Axis Prison Camps Are a Grim Reminder of the Brutal War
World War II prison camps were critical to Axis strategies, serving as sites for severe human rights abuses and systematic genocide.
80 years on: Marking the liberation of Majdanek Nazi camp DW 07/24/2024
Majdanek camp in Poland was a horrific extermination center where thousands, mainly Jews, were killed by Nazis during World War II.
Netherlands to open archive on people accused of wartime Nazi collaboration
The new accessibility of an archive on WWII collaborators in The Netherlands raises complex emotions for many families.
Openness regarding historical collaboration is viewed by some as essential for healing and reconciliation in Dutch society.
Adrien Brody dedicates Golden Globes win for 'The Brutalist' to his immigrant family
Adrien Brody wins his first Golden Globe for portraying a Holocaust survivor in 'The Brutalist', reflecting on personal and ancestral immigrant struggles.
MP who won Hendon seat by just 15 votes hails power of 'small margins'
David Pinto-Duschinsky emphasizes the importance of small margins in life and politics, drawing parallels between his victory and his father's escape from the Holocaust.
Adrien Brody dedicates Golden Globes win for 'The Brutalist' to his immigrant family
Adrien Brody wins his first Golden Globe for portraying a Holocaust survivor in 'The Brutalist', reflecting on personal and ancestral immigrant struggles.
MP who won Hendon seat by just 15 votes hails power of 'small margins'
David Pinto-Duschinsky emphasizes the importance of small margins in life and politics, drawing parallels between his victory and his father's escape from the Holocaust.
'She is living on in many hearts' - Otto Frank on the legacy of his daughter's diary | Aeon Videos
Anne Frank's diary serves as a crucial educational tool for understanding the Holocaust and its impact on individual lives.
Hundreds of Jews were offered the chance to escape Nazi Austria. Civil servants in the UK turned them away
Northern Ireland had a brief opportunity to save Jewish refugees before the Holocaust but ultimately failed to respond meaningfully to their pleas.
Here's What I Learned When My Dad Finally Agreed To Tell Me About His Time At Auschwitz
The importance of remembering Holocaust history is critical, especially as antisemitism resurges and young adults lack awareness of concentration camps.
'The selfies of an SS officer' tops this promising 2025 theater lineup
The play explores a unique photo album from Auschwitz, focusing on perpetrators rather than victims, highlighting the complexity of historical representation.
How a Holocaust survivor's child is fighting the far right at school
Simone Bloch celebrates her father's anti-fascist work, fostering connections during an exhibition that addresses the ongoing challenges of fascism today.
Tom Stoppard on privilege, antisemitism and self-delusion
Stoppard's 'Leopoldstadt' explores the naïveté of the Viennese towards Nazi persecution, highlighting how privilege can blind one to imminent dangers.
'She is living on in many hearts' - Otto Frank on the legacy of his daughter's diary | Aeon Videos
Anne Frank's diary serves as a crucial educational tool for understanding the Holocaust and its impact on individual lives.
Hundreds of Jews were offered the chance to escape Nazi Austria. Civil servants in the UK turned them away
Northern Ireland had a brief opportunity to save Jewish refugees before the Holocaust but ultimately failed to respond meaningfully to their pleas.
Here's What I Learned When My Dad Finally Agreed To Tell Me About His Time At Auschwitz
The importance of remembering Holocaust history is critical, especially as antisemitism resurges and young adults lack awareness of concentration camps.
'The selfies of an SS officer' tops this promising 2025 theater lineup
The play explores a unique photo album from Auschwitz, focusing on perpetrators rather than victims, highlighting the complexity of historical representation.
How a Holocaust survivor's child is fighting the far right at school
Simone Bloch celebrates her father's anti-fascist work, fostering connections during an exhibition that addresses the ongoing challenges of fascism today.
Tom Stoppard on privilege, antisemitism and self-delusion
Stoppard's 'Leopoldstadt' explores the naïveté of the Viennese towards Nazi persecution, highlighting how privilege can blind one to imminent dangers.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
The conviction of a 99-year-old former concentration camp secretary reaffirms ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for Holocaust-related crimes.
The case raises complex ethical questions regarding justice for aging perpetrators of historical atrocities.
Court rules former Nazi camp guard, 100, can face trial in Germany
Germany is pursuing a 100-year-old former Nazi guard for trial decades after the war, highlighting ongoing efforts to seek justice for Holocaust victims.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
Germany's federal court has upheld the conviction of 99-year-old Irmgard Furchner for aiding in the murders of thousands during World War II.
Reinhard Heydrich
Reinhard Heydrich was a key architect of Nazi terror, particularly against Jews, and would have faced justice had he survived World War II.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
The conviction of a 99-year-old former concentration camp secretary reaffirms ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for Holocaust-related crimes.
The case raises complex ethical questions regarding justice for aging perpetrators of historical atrocities.
Court rules former Nazi camp guard, 100, can face trial in Germany
Germany is pursuing a 100-year-old former Nazi guard for trial decades after the war, highlighting ongoing efforts to seek justice for Holocaust victims.
German court upholds ex-Nazi camp secretary conviction DW 08/20/2024
Germany's federal court has upheld the conviction of 99-year-old Irmgard Furchner for aiding in the murders of thousands during World War II.
Reinhard Heydrich
Reinhard Heydrich was a key architect of Nazi terror, particularly against Jews, and would have faced justice had he survived World War II.
German leaders denounce US artist's fiery Israel speech DW 11/23/2024
Nan Goldin's speech accused Israel of genocide in Gaza and Lebanon, sparking outrage and discussion on the complexity of free expression and antisemitism.
How a Hit Play Made Me Confront My Family's Tragic History
Leopoldstadt serves as a catalyst for exploring personal Jewish history amidst the backdrop of the Holocaust.
Review | Eisenberg and Culkin perfect the comedy of discomfort in 'A Real Pain'
The film expertly blends comedy and poignant themes of loss, history, and family dynamics, elevating it to one of the year's best.
Heirlooms stolen from Jewish families during WWII returned to descendants
A German museum curator is dedicated to returning valuable silver heirlooms confiscated from Jews during World War II to their descendants.
Their Pissarro Is Staying in Germany, but Their Story Is Getting Out
The discovery of the Pissarro painting led to uncovering a family's tragic history during the Holocaust and an agreement for reparation through storytelling.
Heirlooms stolen from Jewish families during WWII returned to descendants
A German museum curator is dedicated to returning valuable silver heirlooms confiscated from Jews during World War II to their descendants.
Their Pissarro Is Staying in Germany, but Their Story Is Getting Out
The discovery of the Pissarro painting led to uncovering a family's tragic history during the Holocaust and an agreement for reparation through storytelling.
Immersive replica of Anne Frank's secret annex goes to New York exhibit
The new exhibition in New York aims to educate audiences about Anne Frank's life and resilience amid rising antisemitism.
Nazi demonstrators gather outside 'Diary of Anne Frank' play in Michigan
Masked protesters waving Nazi flags outside a play about Anne Frank instilled fear among attendees, who required escorts for safety.
Exact replica of Anne Frank's hiding place to open in Union Square
A replica of the Anne Frank House will open in Union Square, NYC, featuring a full-scale recreation of the hiding place where Anne Frank wrote her diary.
Walk through a replica of Anne Frank's World War II annex at this upcoming exhibit
The Anne Frank House will debut an exhibition in NYC to educate about antisemitism and honor Anne Frank's legacy.
Remembering the horrors of Auschwitz, German chancellor warns of antisemitism, threats to democracy
Chancellor Olaf Scholz urges citizens to defend democracy and fight antisemitism on anniversary of Auschwitz liberation.
Germany marks January 27 as a day to remember the horrors of the Holocaust since 1996.
Immersive replica of Anne Frank's secret annex goes to New York exhibit
The new exhibition in New York aims to educate audiences about Anne Frank's life and resilience amid rising antisemitism.
Nazi demonstrators gather outside 'Diary of Anne Frank' play in Michigan
Masked protesters waving Nazi flags outside a play about Anne Frank instilled fear among attendees, who required escorts for safety.
Exact replica of Anne Frank's hiding place to open in Union Square
A replica of the Anne Frank House will open in Union Square, NYC, featuring a full-scale recreation of the hiding place where Anne Frank wrote her diary.
Walk through a replica of Anne Frank's World War II annex at this upcoming exhibit
The Anne Frank House will debut an exhibition in NYC to educate about antisemitism and honor Anne Frank's legacy.
Remembering the horrors of Auschwitz, German chancellor warns of antisemitism, threats to democracy
Chancellor Olaf Scholz urges citizens to defend democracy and fight antisemitism on anniversary of Auschwitz liberation.
Germany marks January 27 as a day to remember the horrors of the Holocaust since 1996.
A 97-year-old Holocaust survivor and psychologist has just written her third book. She shares how resilience has helped her live a long and joyful life.
Edith Eger transformed her traumatic past into a journey of resilience and healing, emphasizing personal choice in shaping the future.
Lore Segal's Stubborn Optimism
Lore Segal exemplifies that precociousness is a literary style that transcends age, flourishing with curiosity and intelligence throughout her life.
A 97-year-old Holocaust survivor and psychologist has just written her third book. She shares how resilience has helped her live a long and joyful life.
Edith Eger transformed her traumatic past into a journey of resilience and healing, emphasizing personal choice in shaping the future.
Lore Segal's Stubborn Optimism
Lore Segal exemplifies that precociousness is a literary style that transcends age, flourishing with curiosity and intelligence throughout her life.
The Spoils director says film forces art world to confront loaded issue' of restitution
Restitution of cultural artefacts has become a complex issue, highlighting historical injustices and contemporary debates in the international art world.
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin Go Long on 'A Real Pain': Filming in a Concentration Camp, Almost Playing Other Roles, and Emotional Scenes
Jesse Eisenberg reflects on his dual roles in filmmaking, merging personal history with artistic expression amid his demanding stunts.
Jesse Eisenberg Gives Kieran Culkin a Gift of a Role in A Real Pain: Review
The film explores the reconnecting journey of two cousins against the backdrop of Holocaust remembrance, highlighting emotional depth and character dynamics.
Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin Go Long on 'A Real Pain': Filming in a Concentration Camp, Almost Playing Other Roles, and Emotional Scenes
Jesse Eisenberg reflects on his dual roles in filmmaking, merging personal history with artistic expression amid his demanding stunts.
Jesse Eisenberg Gives Kieran Culkin a Gift of a Role in A Real Pain: Review
The film explores the reconnecting journey of two cousins against the backdrop of Holocaust remembrance, highlighting emotional depth and character dynamics.
Meet Miriam Adelson, the billionaire GOP donor who's given $100 million to support Donald Trump's campaign
Miriam Adelson is a prominent physician and philanthropist, recognized for her donations to Republican campaigns and her dedication to treating Holocaust survivors.
Holocaust survivor on freeing yourself from the prison of your mind
Edith Eva Eger's experience in Auschwitz shapes her understanding of trauma and healing, emphasizing the long-term psychological implications of such experiences.
Kazimierz Sakowicz's diary provides a firsthand account of the atrocities committed in Ponar, documenting the tragic history of the Holocaust in Lithuania.
Rethinking the problem of evil necessitates understanding the banality of violence and institutional obedience as key elements of moral responsibility.
Hannah Arendt Explains the Rise of Totalitarian Regimes-and the Strategies Needed to Combat Them
Adolf Eichmann's demeanor during his execution led to the concept of the 'banality of evil' and challenged the perception of him as a mastermind.
Hannah Arendt's conception of responsibility
Rethinking the problem of evil necessitates understanding the banality of violence and institutional obedience as key elements of moral responsibility.
Hannah Arendt Explains the Rise of Totalitarian Regimes-and the Strategies Needed to Combat Them
Adolf Eichmann's demeanor during his execution led to the concept of the 'banality of evil' and challenged the perception of him as a mastermind.
Esther McVey slammed for using Holocaust poem to criticise smoking ban
Esther McVey's Holocaust comparison to anti-smoking measures sparked widespread criticism for being inappropriate and offensive.
Esther McVey doubles down on repugnant' Holocaust smoking ban comparison
Esther McVey's tweet comparing a smoking ban to the Holocaust has sparked significant backlash and raised concerns about the normalization of such comparisons.
'Disgraceful:' Public fury as Tory MP uses Holocaust poem to attack smoking ban
Esther McVey's comparison of a smoking ban to the Holocaust using Niemoller's poem provoked condemnation for trivializing serious historical injustices.
Tory MP told to get a grip' for using Holocaust poem to criticise smoking ban
Esther McVey's Holocaust poem tweet criticized government's smoking ban, leading to widespread backlash from politicians and Jewish organizations.
Esther McVey slammed for using Holocaust poem to criticise smoking ban
Esther McVey's Holocaust comparison to anti-smoking measures sparked widespread criticism for being inappropriate and offensive.
Esther McVey doubles down on repugnant' Holocaust smoking ban comparison
Esther McVey's tweet comparing a smoking ban to the Holocaust has sparked significant backlash and raised concerns about the normalization of such comparisons.
'Disgraceful:' Public fury as Tory MP uses Holocaust poem to attack smoking ban
Esther McVey's comparison of a smoking ban to the Holocaust using Niemoller's poem provoked condemnation for trivializing serious historical injustices.
Tory MP told to get a grip' for using Holocaust poem to criticise smoking ban
Esther McVey's Holocaust poem tweet criticized government's smoking ban, leading to widespread backlash from politicians and Jewish organizations.
Anita Lasker-Wallfisch's lasting memories and articulate recollections of her experiences during the Holocaust showcase the importance of bearing witness to historical atrocities.
US: Famous sex therapist 'Dr. Ruth' dead at 96 DW 07/13/2024
Dr. Ruth, a pop cultural icon, passed away at 96, known for candid talks on sexuality and a complex pre-fame life including surviving the Holocaust.
The Cellist of Auschwitz
Anita Lasker-Wallfisch's lasting memories and articulate recollections of her experiences during the Holocaust showcase the importance of bearing witness to historical atrocities.
US: Famous sex therapist 'Dr. Ruth' dead at 96 DW 07/13/2024
Dr. Ruth, a pop cultural icon, passed away at 96, known for candid talks on sexuality and a complex pre-fame life including surviving the Holocaust.
The Tattooist of Auschwitz portrays a love story within familiar Holocaust imagery influenced by pop culture.
The Story Behind Peacock's The Tattooist of Auschwitz
The limited series 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz,' inspired by Heather Morris's novel, portrays the real love story of Auschwitz survivors amid questions about its accuracy.
The Problem With TV's New Holocaust Obsession
The Tattooist of Auschwitz portrays a love story within familiar Holocaust imagery influenced by pop culture.
The Story Behind Peacock's The Tattooist of Auschwitz
The limited series 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz,' inspired by Heather Morris's novel, portrays the real love story of Auschwitz survivors amid questions about its accuracy.
The Bauhaus Nazis: the collaborators and worse among the design icons
Otti Berger, a Bauhaus student, was arrested in 1944, sent to Auschwitz, and likely perished in the Holocaust, showcasing the tragic impact of Nazi regime on artistic talents.
My family's past, and Germany's, weighs heavily upon me. And it's why I feel so strongly about Gaza | Eva Ladipo
The author reflects on their family's history tied to Nazi Germany, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting crucial lessons from history amidst current debates and discussions.
RFK Jr. Repeats Russian Propaganda on Ukraine
Robert Kennedy Jr.'s political beliefs are becoming clearer and may impact his chances of becoming a president.
Kennedy has made controversial statements regarding the Capitol attack and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.