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A Look at the Worst Mistakes Germany Made in the Coronavirus Pandemic - Dominik Asbach / laif

Taking Stock A Look at the Worst Mistakes Germany Made in the Coronavirus Pandemic

From the tens of thousands of unnecessary deaths, to neglected children and a helpless vaccination campaign, German politicians deserve poor marks in many aspects of the coronavirus pandemic. Experts look back at the worst mistakes made and offer advice for the autumn. By Rafaela von Bredow und Veronika Hackenbroch

"It's Such a Busy City – You Can’t Just Shut It Down" - Aly Song / REUTERS

Shanghai's Omicron Wave "It's Such a Busy City – You Can’t Just Shut It Down"

The brutal lockdown in Shanghai is wreaking havoc on China's largest city. With millions under lockdown and difficulties delivering food, the crisis is becoming a burden not only for Chinese leader Xi Jinping, but also for the global economy. By Georg Fahrion und Christoph Giesen

Bayern will Maskenpflicht verlängern - IMAGO/Sachelle Babbar / IMAGO/ZUMA Wire

Hohe Inzidenzen Bayern will Maskenpflicht verlängern

Der bayerische Gesundheitsminister Holetschek spricht sich für eine Verlängerung der Maskenpflicht um einen Monat aus. Ganz Deutschland sei »ein einziger Hotspot«.

A Chief Physician on the Perils of Germany’s Omicron Strategy - Jakob Schnetz / DER SPIEGEL

»A Low Risk Still Isn’t Zero Risk« A Chief Physician on the Perils of Germany’s Omicron Strategy

Infectious Disease Specialist Jana Schroeder believes this summer will mark a temporary return to near normality for many, but she warns there could be more COVID waves to come this autumn and winter. She also explains why German politicians have failed our children and what an “endemic” virus really means. Interview Conducted By Rafaela von Bredow und Veronika Hackenbroch

"The Virus Did What Viruses Tend To Do: It Surprised Us" - Jason Andrew / The New York Times / Redux / laif

An Interview with Anthony Fauci about Omicron "The Virus Did What Viruses Tend To Do: It Surprised Us"

Infection rates are skyrocketing, though symptoms appear to be milder. Nevertheless, Anthony Fauci, an adviser to the U.S. president, warns in an interview against playing down the dangers of Omicron. He also expresses his hope that we are approaching the end of the pandemic. Interview Conducted By Rafaela von Bredow und Veronika Hackenbroch

A Community of German Anti-Vaxxers on the Black Sea Coast - Hristo Rusev / DER SPIEGEL

Escaping Corona A Community of German Anti-Vaxxers on the Black Sea Coast

A number of Germans have sought refuge on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast from what they view as dictatorial anti-coronavirus measures back home. It has developed into a kind of alternative reality for conspiracy theorists. By Walter Mayr in Aheloy, Bulgaria

Omicron Has the Potential to Stop the Pandemic, but That's not the End of the Story - Eugenio Marongiu / Westend61 / IMAGO

COVID's Survival Strategy? Omicron Has the Potential to Stop the Pandemic, but That's not the End of the Story

The Omicron variant could help SARS-CoV-2 transform more quickly from a killer virus to an annual nuisance. But the pathogen has also created hiding places in the animal kingdom and we will likely be facing further mutations in the future. An Anaylsis By Marco Evers

The Omicron Wave Hits Europe - RONNY HARTMANN / AFP

Fresh Insights on the New Variant The Omicron Wave Hits Europe

The latest variant of the coronavirus is rapidly spreading across Europe, and health-care systems in some countries are already overwhelmed. Fears are growing that Omicron will unleash the worst wave yet seen in the pandemic. By Rafaela von Bredow und Veronika Hackenbroch

German Health Minister on Vaccine Mandate - Andreas Chudowski / DER SPIEGEL

"No One Is Going to Be Sent to Jail" German Health Minister on Vaccine Mandate

New German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach speaks in an interview about the "two things" that can get us out of the coronavirus pandemic and why he believes a vaccine mandate is an essential tool in dealing with the crisis. A DER SPIEGEL Interview Conducted by Markus Feldenkirchen, Milena Hassenkamp und Martin Knobbe

"It Will Make Scientific Sense To Offer Booster after Three Months" - Dina Litovsky / Redux / laif

BioNTech Founder Şahin on the Omicron Variant "It Will Make Scientific Sense To Offer Booster after Three Months"

The latest mutations of the coronavirus call for a new vaccination strategy. In an interview, BioNTech founder Uğur Şahin explains why countries need to administer booster shots faster and argues that a fourth jab will likely also be necessary. Interview Conducted by Thomas Schulz

"In the Coming Weeks, We’ll Know How Well Vaccines Protect Against Omicron" - Stefan Boness / IPON / imago images

A Virologist Discusses the New Variant "In the Coming Weeks, We’ll Know How Well Vaccines Protect Against Omicron"

Sandra Ciesek became one of the first researchers to examine the new coronavirus variant. The virologist says it remains unclear whether Omicron is actually more infectious than Delta, but there is still a chance, she says, to get ahead of the curve. Interview Conducted By Irene Berres

"We Are Playing with Fire" - Kin Cheung / AP

Researchers on the Omicron Variant "We Are Playing with Fire"

Scientists around the world are scrambling to find answers to critical questions about the new coronavirus variant, including whether vaccines are still effective against it. Initial data suggests that Omicron is spreading faster than Delta. By Rafaela von Bredow, Marco Evers, Fritz Schaap und Veronika Hackenbroch

With Omicron Spreading, Many Countries Consider Vaccine Mandates - SUMAYA HISHAM / REUTERS

The Corona Debate in Africa With Omicron Spreading, Many Countries Consider Vaccine Mandates

African countries are trying to speed up their vaccination campaigns as supplies start rolling in. The challenges, though, remain immense, even as some governments are considering a vaccine mandate in the face of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. By Heiner Hoffmann in Nairobi

"One Thing We Have Learned Is that COVID Is an Asshole" - Sven Döring / DER SPIEGEL

The Violence of the Fourth Wave "One Thing We Have Learned Is that COVID Is an Asshole"

Doctors and nurses at the intensive care ward in Leipzig University Hospital are fighting desperately to save the lives of corona truthers. It can be a thankless task. By Tobias Großekemper in Leipzig

Study Finds Link Between Far Right and High Corona Rates in Germany - DER SPIEGEL

Politics and the Pandemic Study Finds Link Between Far Right and High Corona Rates in Germany

The number of coronavirus infections is rising sharply in parts of Germany where the far-right AfD party enjoys greater support. Is it a coincidence? Researchers took a close look at the corollaries and drew some conclusions that surprised even them. By Holger Dambeck und Peter Maxwill

Anti-Vaxxers and Politicians Push Germany to the Brink

A Federation of Imbeciles Anti-Vaxxers and Politicians Push Germany to the Brink

Many in Germany thought the worst of the pandemic was behind them. But the country is now being slammed by the fourth wave – fueled by millions of people who refuse to be vaccinated and political leaders who have abdicated leadership. The situation, say virologists, is grave.

From Vaccine Champion to the World's Highest Death Rate - Petrut Calinescu / DER SPIEGEL

COVID-19 in Romania From Vaccine Champion to the World's Highest Death Rate

In Romania, where conspiracy theories and warnings from the Orthodox Church are fueling uncertainties, 65 percent of the population hasn't yet been vaccinated against COVID-19. Why hasn't the government been able to get a handle on the situation? By Lina Verschwele in Bucharest

German Officials Fear Increase in Pandemic-Fueled Radicalism in Wake of Murder - Christian Schulz / dpa

“Armed Resistance, Go Underground” German Officials Fear Increase in Pandemic-Fueled Radicalism in Wake of Murder

A man arrested for shooting and killing a 20-year-old gas station cashier last week appears to have been influenced by far-right ideologies and conspiracy theories. Security officials worry that a scene that denies the coronavirus is growing increasingly radical.

The Changing Virus - Ulrich Perrey / dpa

Winter Worries The Changing Virus

As winter approaches, experts are concerned that more contagious variants of the coronavirus could emerge. Measure to prevent the spread of the virus, they say, will be with us for a long time to come. By Veronika Hackenbroch und Rafaela von Bredow

"Things Are Looking Good and Going According to Plan" - Luca Locatelli / INSTITUTE

BioNTech Founders on Vaccine for Children "Things Are Looking Good and Going According to Plan"

In an interview, BioNTech founders Uğur Şahin and Özlem Türeci explain why booster shots are needed to combat the Delta variant of the coronavirus, and they say that a vaccine for five- to 11-year-old children is on its way. Interview Conducted by Thomas Schulz

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