Corona pandemic in the USA: The virus is followed by hunger

Corona pandemic in the USA: The virus is followed by hunger

Many Americans lost their secure income as a result of the corona pandemic. Millions depend on donations and help in order to be able to at least get enough food. By Jule Käppel, ARD-Studio Washington A full plastic bag makes José Fuente smile. Fortunately, he got vegetables and other groceries from Martha’s Table and is … Read more

Corona pandemic in Germany: RKI reports maximum number of deaths

Corona pandemic in Germany: RKI reports maximum number of deaths

According to the Robert Koch Institute, 962 people in Germany who were infected with the coronavirus died within one day – another high number of deaths. The incidence value, however, is lower than yesterday. According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), 962 people nationwide have died in connection with Covid 19 disease in the past … Read more

Corona Christmas in Spain: dinner with a mask

Corona Christmas in Spain: dinner with a mask

Christmas is going to be special this year – all over the world. How is the festival celebrated in the former Corona hotspot Spain, what is even possible? And what about in neighboring Portugal? By Oliver Neuroth, ARD Studio Madrid Olivia and Noelia from Madrid usually go out with their parents at Christmas. One of … Read more

Corona in Italy: “A strange Christmas”

Corona in Italy: “A strange Christmas”

No midnight masses, no meals in large groups: Corona characterizes the Christmas season in Italy. The fear of another wave is great, but so are the hope for better times. By Elisabeth Pongratz, ARD Studio Rome At the Trionfale market in the Roman district of Prati you can get everything for a good meal: vegetables, … Read more

Corona crisis in New York: with arrogance into disaster

Corona crisis in New York: with arrogance into disaster

Nowhere did Corona hit as badly as in New York. At least 25,000 people have so far fallen victim to the virus. It took too long for those responsible to take the situation seriously. By Peter Mücke, ARD-Studio New York The pictures from New York go around the world in spring: long queues in front … Read more

At the Zenit – triumph in New York, Thiem lifts into a new league

At the Zenit – triumph in New York, Thiem lifts into a new league

With the first Grand Slam triumph of an Austrian on hard court and the second major victory after Thomas Muster (French Open 1995), the 27-year-old model athlete has played himself into new dimensions. Thiem has cemented his top 3 place for the time being. His career prize money alone speaks volumes: Thiem clearly exceeded the … Read more

Corona pandemic in the USA: Agreement on further aid package

Corona pandemic in the USA: Agreement on further aid package

Millions of US citizens who have got into financial hardship due to the corona pandemic can breathe a sigh of relief. After months of dispute, a cross-party agreement was reached on a gigantic new aid package. After months of fighting, Democrats and Republicans in the US Congress have agreed on a further stimulus package to … Read more

Corona pandemic in the USA: Agreement on aid package in sight

Corona pandemic in the USA: Agreement on aid package in sight

Millions of citizens in the US are in financial need due to the corona pandemic. A dispute in Congress threatens to expire the aid that is so important to them. But an agreement is within reach. After a long struggle, Republicans and Democrats in the United States are about to adopt a multi-billion dollar corona … Read more

Brexit negotiations: “The EU must change its position”

Brexit negotiations: “The EU must change its position”

The Brexit negotiations are still stuck. The British Health Minister Hancock now called the EU’s position unreasonably. She would have to withdraw her demands. Time is getting really tight now. Before the possibly decisive Brexit negotiations, the British government is calling for the European Union to act. Health Minister Matt Hancock told Sky News that … Read more

New Corona mutation: Netherlands prohibit flights from Great Britain

New Corona mutation: Netherlands prohibit flights from Great Britain

A new mutation of the coronavirus is circulating in the UK. It appears to be particularly contagious. A first case also occurred in the Netherlands. The government has now imposed a flight ban. After the discovery of a new variant of the coronavirus in Great Britain, the Netherlands no longer wants to allow air passengers … Read more