Wisconsin with its luscious meadows reminds Germans of Bavaria. 150 years ago, many German farmers thought so too and settled down in this part of America.
Karl and Hermine Hausner on their dairy farm in Sauk City
A historical journey
Berlin's 62nd Film Festival opened with a period drama set at the dawn of the French Revolution. It's just one of some 400 films which will be screened during the 10-day movie extravaganza.
Celebrated as one of the greatest visual artists in the modern canon, Gerhard Richter is honored for his 80th birthday with a special exhibition of around 150 paintings in Berlin.
Berlin's 62nd Film Festival started Thursday with a host of international movie titles making their world premier. Attracting record audiences, the competition will screen 400 titles over the next 10 days.