Science

Archaeological discovery

First common currency in Europe

Standardized by shape and weight: 5,000 years ago, people used rings, bangles and axe blades as an early form of money.  

2021

What awaits us in space?

Three space probes will arrive on Mars, the James Webb Space Telescope will be launched, the 12th German heads into space, two giant planets and four eclipses – 2021 has lots in store for space enthusiasts.  

COVID-19 and eyesight

Myopia on the rise during lockdown

Due to coronavirus lockdowns, less time outdoors and more time on screens is leading to significantly more people suffering from myopia, especially children.  

Big Picture Researchers succeed in taking first 3D photo of coronavirus

So this is what you look like! Until now, there have only been computer graphics of the coronavirus. Now, Austrian researchers have photographed SARS-CoV-2 for the first time in 3D.  

Corona mutations

Can people who have recovered or been vaccinated be infected again?

The Brazilian COVID-19 variant is of particular concern. The immune response of vaccinated people and patients who have recovered from COVID-19 may not be sufficient to fend off the mutated virus.  

COVID-19

Risks and side effects of vaccination

Vaccines are safe and save lives. The rapid development of COVID-19 vaccines has people asking questions. Here is an overview of the reactions and side effects you can expect.  

Coronavirus

Face mask, face shield, FFP2 mask, N95, KN95 - what's the difference?

In COVID-19 times, masks are mandatory in many places. After Bavaria, now also other German states are tightening regulations. A simple cloth mask is not enough: mouth coverings must be better, but what does that mean?  

Weather

Wrap up warm: Polar vortex brings freezing cold

The polar vortex will probably cause an icy winter in the Northern Hemisphere after all. Here's how the weather phenomenon comes about.  

Space race

EU aims to curb carbon footprint through investment in space

A €15 billion fund is set to bolster the EU’s space program, making it autonomous from China and the US. EU commissioners also see this as an important step for the continent’s green and digital transitions.  

archeology

Egypt reveals ancient archaeological burial finds at necropolis

The latest trove was found in 22 burial shafts at Saqqara, south of Cairo, and date back four millennia. The finds include a long papyrus Book-of-the-Dead roll said to guide the dead "through the underworld."  

Long COVID symptoms

What we (don’t) know and who it impacts

For patients with long COVID, understanding the symptoms or even getting recognition for the disease has been hard. DW spoke with one expert who answered a few of our most pressing questions.  

COVID-19 vaccine development: What's the progress?

Researchers around the world are developing vaccines against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Here's a look at their progress so far.  

FAQ: COVID-19 vaccinations: What you need to know

What are the differences between the vaccines? Which one is the right one for me? How quickly can people get vaccinated? Are there potential side effects? Here are some answers to the most important questions.