At the beginning he was a “nobody,” Udo Jürgens said looking back on the start of his career. At the beginning of his career as …
Juan Manuel Fangio: El Maestro
When someone mentions his name, one is transported to the magical world of a long-gone era of motorsport: Juan Manuel Fangio was one of the …
Falco: From “little Mozart” to world star
“You see, I won’t have it to be bossed around. If I had allowed that, we wouldn’t be here today. Then I would be in …
Jeans: Formerly workers’ trousers for gold diggers
For many people, jeans are a way of life. In any case, nowadays they are an all-rounder among the different types of trousers: It is …
Nikolaus Harnoncourt: The Adequate Sound
There is a unique feeling that flows through you when listening to a recording of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony conducted by Nikolaus Harnoncourt: on his departure …
Aceto Balsamico: Balsam for the senses
Aceto Balsamico is one of the most sought-after condiments in the world: it is particularly popular for seasoning salads.In general, the Aceto Balsamico from the …
Cotton: A fabric for every application
At first glance, it’s just a polo shirt made of cotton. But a second glance reveals a complex manufacturing process, the basis of which is …
24 Hours of Le Mans: Motorsport in its purest form
In 2023, the 24 Hours of Le Mans celebrates its 100th anniversary. When the 24-hour race of Le Mans was held for the first time …
Keye Luke: Ambassador of Asian Culture in Hollywood
In the thirties and forties, few could imagine a Hollywood actor who did not conform to the usual stereotypes: the stereotype of a Hollywood star …
Claudio Abbado: He Let the Music Speak
Although he undoubtedly belongs to the very great conductors, he never counted himself among the “greats”: for him, there was no such thing as a …