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Germany: Compulsory virus testing off to smooth start

Operators of airport testing centers across Germany reported minimal wait times and ample supplies. Meanwhile, EU members Romania and Bulgaria were added to Germany's list of high-risk countries.   Go to article  

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Coronavirus travel: Germany allows non-married couples to reunite

A couple kiss goodbye in Frankfurt (picture-alliance/AP Photo/M. Probst)

Unmarried partners of German residents in many non-EU countries have not been allowed to visit their loved ones since March. But pressure from the EU and an online campaign caused Germany to change course.  

Coronavirus digest: US infections top 5 million

Arrivals in Germany line up for coronavirus tests in an airport (picture-alliance/dpa/M. Frankenberg)

The US has now reported over 5 million coronavirus cases, or over one-quarter of all confirmed infections across the world. The US also leads the globe on COVID-19 deaths. Catch up on the latest on the pandemic.  

Germany announces compulsory tests for arrivals: What you need to know

Coronavirus testing at Schönefeld airport, Berlin (picture-alliance/dpa/B. Pedersen)

Germany has announced that all arrivals arriving from risk areas will have to undergo a coronavirus test upon entering the country, beginning on Saturday. DW explains what this means for travelers to Germany.  

Romanian prostitute out of work because of coronavirus

Sexworker Elena at the demonstration in Cologne

An estimated 65% of German sex workers are migrants — the ban on prostution makes them unable to send money home.  

How the coronavirus has spurred change in Germany

Coronavirus masks (picture-alliance/Fotostand/Schmitt)

Subsidies and digitalization: The coronavirus crisis has shown that some changes can be implemented faster than once thought — politically, economically and socially.  

People at the beach in the German state of Schleswig-Holstein (picture-alliance/L. Perenyi)

Europe battles heatwave amid coronavirus pandemic

Western Europe is seeing record-breaking temperatures of nearly 40 degrees Celsius as people flock to cool off at beaches and lakes. There are concerns about COVID-19 social distancing in popular tourist spots.  

The pandemic is far from over

Preview picture Covid-19 trend

While the first countries are easing their lockdowns, others are reporting more and more new cases every day. Data for the global picture shows the pandemic is far from over. DW has the latest statistics.  

CORONAVIRUS AROUND THE WORLD
Amid the COVID19 Pandamic, Afghans in eastern Khost province are rushing to the local market

Coronavirus in Afghanistan: Do confirmed cases depict the real picture?

According to a new study, some 10 million people in Afghanistan have contracted COVID-19. Official figures, however, are much lower. Experts say it is a result of administrative constraints and low testing.  

How COVID-19 has disrupted Africa's supply chain

Ivory Coast truck drivers | K (A. Duval Smith)

Border closures and night curfews have hugely affected supply chain across Africa during the coronavirus pandemic.  

Eco Africa - Managing a community run conservancy during coronavirus

Bolivian hospitals overwhelmed

The 5,000-acre Nashulai Conservancy in Kenya was created by the local Maasai people. Now it is also run by a member of the community who returned from a life in the city to help support the project.  

COVID-19 deals further blow to Nicaraguan migrant workers

For decades, undocumented Nicaraguan laborers have been crossing into neighboring Costa Rica to work on farms. They earn low wages and often work in poor conditions. Now the coronavirus is adding to their woes.  

LIFE AMID THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
Children with school bags on their backs (picture-alliance/dpa/A. Dedert)

Schools in Germany reopen — but coronavirus is not gone

The school holidays are coming to an end in parts of Germany. The authorities want a return to "normal" school life. But that's easier said than done.  

COVID-19 closes classrooms

In Kenya, volunteers are stepping in for the state. DW visited an education initiative in Nairobi.  

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Childhood in the pandemic

What does it mean to grow up during the coronavirus outbreak?  

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Holidaying safely in a pandemic

DW visits a popular tourist destination in Bulgaria to see how – and if – visitors are staying safe.  

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COVID-19 quick survey in Berlin

Are people still taking precautions seriously? DW hit the streets of Berlin to find out.  

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Six months in, pregnancy & your confessions

We look back at what we've learned about COVID-19 and discuss what expecting parents should expect during the pandemic.  

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With EU open for travel, who can go where?

A colored map of Europe being examined by a magnifying glass

Germany wants mandatory COVID-19 testing, while Sweden's restrictions are almost non-existent: EU travel rules are complicated these days. Which regions are high risk, and who sets the standards?  

Is compulsory remdesivir licensing feasible?

Remdesivir, an experimental antiviral drug

Production bottlenecks for antiviral drug remdesivir have led to threats of compulsory licensing and economic sanctions from policymakers. It's a foretaste of what may come when a COVID-19 vaccine becomes available.  

THE SCIENCE BEHIND COVID-19
A laboratory assistant holding test tubes with samples

What you should know about tests

How much testing should there be and, above all, of whom? The answers are here.  

Promise, caveats for dexamethasone

Blood test for Covid-19 Coronavirus test in a laboratory (picture-alliance/Zoonar/R. Kneschke)

A study of COVID-19 patients has found that they lost protective immunity within two to three months of recovery. Experts say that raises questions about social distancing, immunity passports and vaccines.  

COVID-19 aerosols danger underestimated

Man sneezing

A group of 239 researchers has called for an update of COVID-19 guidelines, as transmission via ultra-fine suspended matter in the air was not sufficiently taken into account. Now the WHO also sees the danger.  

Vitamin D against COVID-19: More help or hype?

A hand holding a vitamin pill.

Vitamin D plays a role in almost all processes in our body. Now, one study has said that a lack of vitamin D could also worsen the spread of COVID-19. Can this be true?  

Six months later, what have we learned?

Coronaviruses and cells under the electron microscope (picture-alliance/AP/NIAID-RML)

Six months have passed since SARS-CoV-2 became known worldwide. Since then, researchers have found out much about the virus and made progress in combating it. Here are the most important points.  

A Covid-19 vaccine test volunteer receives an injection at a clinic in South Africa (picture-alliance/AP Photo/S. Sibeko)

What's the science on DNA and RNA vaccines?

Some candidate vaccines for COVID-19 use the virus' own DNA. They may be safer and cheaper than conventional vaccines.  

Gehirn Präparat (picture-alliance/OKAPIA/A. Grambow)

Brain damage, even with mild symptoms

According to British neurologists, COVID-19 can cause serious psychosis, paralysis and strokes.  

Making sense of COVID-19

Coronavirus, cold, or flu symptoms: Should I see a doctor?  

Disposable gloves may feel safe — but don't be deceived  

Up to 30% of coronavirus cases asymptomatic  

Is comparing coronavirus death rates futile?  

From bats to pangolins, how do viruses reach us?