Germany has Omicron wave ‘well under control’, says Health Minister
Health officials believe Germany is faring well in the face of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 - but said more older people needed to get vaccinated ahead of autumn.
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How worried should we be about Germany’s rocketing Covid rates?
Germany is seeing a spike in Covid infections amid the Omicron wave. How worried should we be about these high numbers?
EU countries agree to simplify travel rules with Covid certificates
EU countries have agreed to make it easier for anyone with an EU Covid-19 certificate to travel within the bloc without having to face any further restrictions such as tests or quarantine.
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In English the name for the popular kids’ birthday game involving chairs and music is fairly straightforward. But why do Germans call it "Trip to Jerusalem"?
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Eight things Germans believe bring good luck
How roaming charges will hit travellers between the UK and EU in 2022
Trips between Europe and the UK and vice versa may well become more expensive for many travellers in 2022 as UK mobile operators bring back roaming charges. However there is some good news for all EU residents.
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Reader question: Do I have to work while in quarantine in Germany?
If you've got the dreaded red alert and found out a friend or colleague has Covid, you may have to quarantine for up to 10 days - even if you don't have symptoms. But what does German law say about whether you still need to work while stuck at home?
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The easiest visas to get as an American in Germany
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How Austria could be impacted by the Ukraine crisis
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