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Coronavirus in Germany: The phone numbers and websites you need to know about

If you feel unwell or have questions about the coronavirus crisis, remember you're not alone. Here's a look at the websites and phone numbers that are available for people in Germany.

Immigration

Movie releases reflect growing German ambivalence towards refugees

Last year the biggest summer film release was a feel-good comedy about a refugee living with a German family. This year the theme is still refugees, but the mood is much darker.

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Munich man collared by cops after offering to clean station

A Munich man got in a spot of bother with the law on Wednesday after offering to clean one of the city’s main train stations.

Immigration

German 'welcoming culture' still strong: poll

A new survey conducted by the Protestant church shows that Germans’ willingness to help refugees remains steadfast, despite concerns the country will struggle to cope with the large influx.

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Voluntary service shows signs of acceptance

The Federal Voluntary Service (BFD), which replaced the civilian national service alternative to military conscription, is finally managing to attract volunteers after a slow start, but there is still unease about the scheme.

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Few recruits sign up for new voluntary civic service

Charities and non-profit groups are battling to cope with a dramatic fall in the number of young recruits since civilian conscription was scrapped and replaced with a voluntary scheme, media reported Wednesday.