In Brief: Police investigate attempted arson attack on Robert Koch Institute building in Berlin
No one was hurt and the guard was able to put out the flames.
In Brief: Germany reports record number of daily COVID-19 cases
Dr. Lothar Wieler, who heads the Robert Koch Institute, said there are three times as many cases reported this week than two weeks ago.
In Brief: German Health Minister tests positive for the coronavirus
Jens Spahn tweeted he was isolating at home and exhibiting only cold symptoms.
In Brief: Berlin Senate imposes new masking requirement on 10 Berlin streets
Berlin officials also strongly urge people to wear masks whenever they are outdoors, especially when they can’t maintain a minimum 1.5-meter, or 5-feet, distance from other people.
Studio Berlin, broadcast Oct. 21, 2020: Germany vs. COVID-19, Round 2: Can we avoid another lockdown?
As novel coronavirus cases skyrocket across Germany and Europe, we talk about what we’ve learned since the start of the pandemic. How can we best stop its spread, what are the new treatments and is a lockdown imminent or even wise?
In Brief: Berlin Senate discussing tightening pandemic rules, including on private gatherings
Officials will also discuss implementing a masking requirement outdoors in certain areas.
In Brief: New restrictions on Berlin hospital visits begin Saturday to curb spread of coronavirus
Starting Saturday, patients can only receive one visitor per day for one hour. There are a few exceptions: Expectant mothers are allowed to bring a partner in for the birth, and no restrictions apply to the visitors of seriously ill or dying patients.
In Brief: German leaders tighten some coronavirus restrictions, but fail to deliver comprehensive plan during meeting
Chancellor Angela Merkel reportedly became angry about the stalemate and warned the premiers it would only lead to them having to meet again in two weeks.
Studio Berlin, broadcast Oct. 14, 2020: Is US President Donald Trump running out of time?
This week we measure the political climate in the U.S. in the lead up to the presidential election. With less than three weeks to go, what’s going on in the nation’s capital? We also explore how the next American president will shape politics on both sides of the Atlantic.
In Brief: Chancellor Merkel, German state leaders to meet over next steps in coronavirus crisis
Bavarian State Premier Markus Söder, who wants to significantly tighten pandemic measures across the country, told reporters Tuesday that it is not the time to be looking for loopholes, but to do what’s best for Germany.
