Mainstream German politicians have long dismissed the idea of a vaccine mandate, but are rethinking the issue as cases rise.
Author: CHRISTOPHER F. SCHUETZE
Germany’s Incoming Chancellor Olaf Scholz Backs Vaccine Mandate
Mainstream German politicians have long dismissed the idea of a vaccine mandate, but are rethinking the issue as cases rise.
ISIS Fighter Convicted in Death of Enslaved 5-Year-Old Girl
In a trial held in Germany, the man was sentenced to life in prison for the death of the Yazidi girl, whom he allowed to die of thirst in Falluja, Iraq.
Germany’s New Government Plans to Legalize Marijuana
In Germany it’s not illegal to consume marijuana but it is illegal to buy it. That may change.
Vaccine Checks Begin on German Trains, Trams and Buses
Passengers will have to show proof of vaccination, recovery from Covid or a negative daily test under a system of random checks.
Pfizer Vaccine Supplies Dwindle in Germany
A strong fourth Covid wave has led to a renewed run on vaccines.
German Health Minister Won’t Rule Out New Lockdown
The remarks came in response to a reporter’s question as neighboring Austria prepares to lock down and cases continue to reach record levels.
2 Austrian States, Including Salzburg, to Impose Covid Lockdowns
The state, along with neighboring Upper Austria, will apply the restrictions to everyone regardless of inoculation status. The moves come in the wake of national rules affecting unvaccinated people.
Germany Moves to Impose New Covid Regulations
The measures include a rule that only those who are vaccinated, have recovered from an infection or test negative can ride public transit or attend work in person.
Austria’s New Coronavirus Lockdown Applies Only to the Unvaccinated.
The restrictions were among the toughest of a wave of new rules in Europe, which the W.H.O. has said is “back at the epicenter of the pandemic.”