Cologne's carnival celebrations are facing serious challenges with reports of multiple rapes and a threat of terrorist attacks from the Islamic State. Police are on high alert. Read more...

Mainz kicks off its 70th annual television carnival with tributes to legends and sharp political commentary. Plus, revelers celebrate Weiberfastnacht across Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Mainz! Read more...

Cologne's Carnival celebrations were overshadowed by reports of multiple rapes, prompting increased security measures across German cities including concrete barriers and heightened police presence. Read more...