Germany Is Conducting Nationwide COVID-19 Antibody Testing
The country has been testing on a larger scale than most other countries. Studying antibodies in the blood can show whether someone has fought off the virus.
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Clubbing In The Time Of COVID-19: Berlin Clubs Are Closed, So DJs Are Livestreaming
People are dancing at home to livestreamed sets. "I think this is probably the most difficult time since World War II," says Lutz Leichsenring of the Berlin Club Commission. "Everything is shut down."
Several European Leaders See A Popularity Boost During Coronavirus Pandemic
Even after Europe became an epicenter in the global spread of COVID-19, a number of leaders have had growing approval from their citizens.
In Germany, Some Shops Will Reopen Next Week, But Social Distancing Continues
The government is also strongly recommending, but not requiring, that face masks are worn on public transit and while shopping.
German, French Officials Accuse U.S. Of Diverting Supplies
Officials in France and Germany have accused the U.S. of intercepting medical supplies as President Trump ordered an American company to stop exports. Governors complain of a "wild west" in bidding.
FACT CHECK: Trump Claims U.S. Testing For Coronavirus Most Per Capita — It's Not
During his briefing with the coronavirus task force on Thursday, President Trump once again inaccurately described the per capita testing within the United States.
In Germany, High Hopes For New COVID-19 Contact Tracing App That Protects Privacy
German Chancellor Angela Merkel says she welcomes development of a COVID-19 tracing app that protects data and doesn't store users' locations. It uses Bluetooth to log proximity to other cellphones.
Nearly Half A Million Companies In Germany File For State Funds To Pay Workers
As Europe's largest economy gets hit with COVID-19, a German government financial aid program will make up some of the lost income for millions of employees.
'Das Coronavirus' Podcast Captivates Germany With Scientific Info On The Pandemic
Produced by the public broadcaster NDR, the program features scientist Christian Drosten giving clear information about COVID-19, but so far it's in German only.
Why Germany's Coronavirus Death Rate Is Far Lower Than In Other Countries
Italy's fatality rate hovers around 10%. France's is at around 5%. Yet Germany's fatality rate from COVID-19 is just 0.5%. As of March 25, there were 175 deaths and 34,055 cases.