Iris Berben receives German Cultural Policy Prize

Actress Iris Berben has been awarded the German Cultural Policy Prize by the German Cultural Council for her voluntary commitment and social engagement. The award presentation will feature Igor Levit as the laudatory speaker.

In music news, Berlin rapper Pashanim's new album, "Lounge Musik," has drawn attention for its repetitive references to the Israel-Palestine conflict. In theater, Jossi Wieler is set to present the world premiere of Peter Handke's play "Schnee von gestern, Schnee von morgen" at the Salzburg Festival.