New Use Concepts for Large Commercial Real Estate: Gunnar Sander’s Insight

The Gütersloh City Council has formally approved a planning framework intended to revitalize the former Karstadt department store site in the city center, marking a significant step toward repurposing one of the municipality’s most prominent commercial properties. This decision comes as urban centers across Germany grapple with the structural decline of traditional department store retail, … Read more

BookTok & Bookstagram: How Social Media Drives Book Sales

The publishing world is increasingly recognizing the power of social media to drive book sales and build readership. While traditional marketing methods remain important, platforms like TikTok and Instagram have emerged as significant forces, fostering dedicated communities around books and authors. A recent case study involving German publisher Carlsen highlights a strategic approach to leveraging … Read more

Heart Disease Costs & Inactivity: €282 Billion Impact | Magdeburg News

Berlin – Cardiovascular diseases represent a significant and growing burden on healthcare systems and economies worldwide. A recent report highlights the staggering cost of these conditions, estimated at €282 billion annually across the European Union. This figure encompasses not only direct healthcare expenses but also lost productivity and the often-overlooked costs associated with informal care … Read more