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• Currently there is in Austria 15,517 positive test results (Status: Sunday, 9 a.m., Federal Ministry of the Interior). In this country 589 people the consequences of the corona virus 13,180 passed away are recovered again. Are currently 422 people due to coronavirus in hospital treatment and of which 114 in intensive care units.
  
• Currently sick in the federal states: 1761
  
• State by federal states (Status: Sunday, 9 a.m.): Burgenland (66), Carinthia (15), Lower Austria (282), Upper Austria (93), Salzburg (85), Styria (387), Tirol (187), Vorarlberg (42), Vienna (604).
• Teachers’ union resists “flying teachers”
• Vienna becomes a problem child again
• Popular home office in Austria
• Loosening of the crown: different in each country
• 30 million unemployed due to a pandemic in the United States
• Infographic: The virus crowns in Austria and worldwide.
• Psychotherapeutic Helpline 0720 12 00 12 offers free help every day from 8 a.m. at 10 p.m.

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Sunday May 3, 2020

The Vienna airport offers PCR testing starting Monday. With one negative result it’s at the entrance 14-day quarantine most necessary in Germany, as was previously the case with regulations. However, the laboratory charges the passenger an amount for this private service. 190 euros.

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2.30 p.m .: Several billion euros are still missing in the race for funds

The race for vaccines and medications against the coronavirus is gaining momentum. At an international donor conference on Monday, governments, pharmaceutical companies and private foundations want to raise new funds. According to estimates, a few billion euros are still missing to succeed in the fight against the pandemic.

2:15 p.m.: Press Freedom Day: Criticism of the measures of the Corona media

The Freedom of the Day comments were shaped by the crown crisis this year. The second president of the National Council, Doris Bures (SPÖ), insisted on the “careful” economic protection of the media and its independence, and warned in a press release against different framework conditions for journalists “apparently pleasant and uncomfortable”. “Reporters Without Borders” criticized Corona’s media aid.

2:00 p.m .: 70 percent have fun at the home office

Two thirds of those surveyed assume that the pandemic will change society significantly (48 percent) or very significantly (18 percent). And two-thirds also see future development after the pandemic quite positive.

86 percent can balance work and family well or very well from home, almost 60 percent have the impression that their productivity is higher than in the office.

13.55 p.m .: Stelzer against different regional measures

Upper Austria Governor Thomas Stelzer (ÖVP) does not think of regionally different crown protection measures. With the size of Austria it is sensible, to coordinate the way and to act in unison he said Sunday in the ORF “press time”. New elections – whether in the state or federal – are no longer a problem for Stelzer. For him tourism did care though no warranty”hope

1:45 p.m.: Resistance to Premier League plans

At English Premier League football resistance to plans for one Season continuation in some selected soccer stadiums. Six clubs threatened with relegation they are against the project, the “Telegraph” reported over the weekend. Club chief Brighton & Hove Albion warned of one Distortion of competition..

“The disadvantages for us if we don’t play in our stadium and our family environment, even if The fans are not there they are very obvious, “Paul Barber was quoted on the table’s 15th website.

All 20 Premier League clubs had previously confirmed their intention at a conference that had been interrupted by the Corona pandemic since March 13. End of season to play. Obviously there is a dissent about whether neutral locations should be used for this. Various media speculate that the games will resume in mid-June, with the approval of government and health experts.

1.40 p.m .: after falling on a cruise, everyone is tested

After a crown box aboard a Cruise in Cuxhaven the 2,900 crew members housed there must be tested. The results are expected no earlier than Monday night, as announced by the shipping company TUI Cruises.

According to TUI, the cruise ship “Mein Schiff 3” is currently on board. no travel guests. Instead, there were 2,899 crew members on board, some of whom had been brought to “Mein Schiff” by other TUI ships. From Cuxhaven you should start your journey back to your home countries.

After a crew member tested positive for the new corona virus, the ship sank on Friday Quarantine raised

1.35 p.m .: Caritas Italia reports a 40 percent increase in aid applications

Italian Caritas reports one growing number of people seeking help since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic in Italy. The number of people involved in the Caritas turned, tucked Italy in April at 40 percent compared to the comparative period 2019.

Between April 9 and 24 alone, 38,580 neediest people asked for help from Caritas, which is 108 percent more than in the same period in 2019, according to a Caritas study published by the Roman newspaper “La Repubblica.” It was. In January and February, an increase in the number of people in need of 19,000 had already been reported. In addition, there are 200,000 people who are regularly supported by Caritas.

1.30 pm: loose rules after new infections subside

Given a clear one South Korea has declined in new crown infections A relaxation of the announced distance rules. Among other things, meetings and events are likely to be held again starting Wednesday under certain conditions. Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun. “We will launch the quarantine program every day on Wednesday,” Chung said.

Requirement Chung said the approval of meetings and events was “to follow disinfection measures.” Additionally, the season is slated to begin in some professional sports, such as baseball and soccer, next week. However, the games are said to be played in empty stadiums. According to the Yonhap news agency, the government plans to reopen the schools in mid-May.

12.55 p.m .: more wages unlikely for harvest workers abroad

The Labor law expert Martin Risak don’t expect foreigners Harvest Workers negotiate more wages in Austria due to the crown crisis. Your job dependency is currently clearly visible, but harvest helpers are closed briefly in the countryalone poorly organized and spread by many different companies.

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12.45 p.m .: maximum infection rate in Russia

In Russia the number of newly infected with the coronavirus increases continues dramatically. With 10,633 new cases A new maximum was reached in one day, authorities said Sunday. Moscow With There are now more than 134,600 infections detected across the country. So far 1,280 have died People with the virus. 16,600 recovered.

The number of patients with a crown remained low in Russia for a long time. However, for days it has increased more rapidly than in any other country, despite curfews being applied to prevent the spread of the pathogen. Corona testing has expanded significantly in recent weeks. According to experts, significantly more cases have been identified.

12.40 p.m.: Linz police had to close the gas station meetings

The Linz Police It has in Saturday night at a gas station on the Salzburgerstrasse around 90 people with about 35 cars dissolved People ignored Covid 19 distance rules, used almost no mask and I went to the store without him maximum number of clients to be observed, the police said.

For this purpose, the car’s drivers repeatedly delivered acceleration duels on the Salzburgerstrasse. Multiple strips He made those present aware of the provisions and was finally able to calm the situation.

Similar scenes are also played on a nearby shopping center in Linz from there, it was also possible to clean the parking lot. A little later, the meeting started again at the service station. The situation only calmed down around 3:00 a.m. Throughout the period of use 15 administrative notices, four board terms, and numerous warnings pronounced

12.30 p.m .: collapse of the stock markets in Saudi Arabia

The stock market in Saudi Arabia it responded to the government’s announcement of “painful” crown measures with a massive drop in the stock price. Just minutes after the start of trading on Sunday, the stock markets fell 6.8 percent.

Finance Minister had Saturday night Mohammed al-Jadaan The “drastic” measures announced by the crisis in Corona and the historical drop in oil prices to fill any gap in the budget.

He announced that Riyadh would raise up to $ 60 billion in debt to bear the huge budget deficit.

12.15 p.m .: growth only in Salzburg and Vienna

The number of currently Sick Austrian coronavirus falls at the national level, only in Vienna and Salzburg There were increases, according to the Interior Ministry. Salzburg recorded a 24-hour comparison from Saturday to Sunday (from 9:30 a.m.) without further recovery, two newly infected with Covid-19, there was an increase of 25 active patients in the federal capital.

The Vienna State Medical Directorate He talks about 28 new cases. A total of 567 people currently have a crown disease in Vienna. In Hospital There are 124 patients, 22 of them in the intensive care unit. The good news: the number of Deaths With or with Covid-19, nothing has changed in Vienna with a total of 135 victims.

According to the Home Office (as of 9:30 a.m.), 1,771 Austrians are actively ill, and therefore eleven less than the day before. Two died from Saturday to Sunday. The authorities in Carinthia and Upper Austria reported one death. According to the Ministry of Health, there were 48 confirmed recoveries, which increased the number of Austrians who are healthy again after an infection to 13,228.

12.05 p.m .: Decision days for Pamela Rendi-Wagner

For the first time in decades, the first is not the most important May day for Austrian Social Democracy. Because the sixth of this month it is decided if the SPÖ in the middle of the Crown crisis someone has to find a new party chair. The actual Chief Pamela Rendi-Wagner It has made its whereabouts dependent on the result of a member survey, the result of which will be presented on Wednesday.

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11:55 am: Secret Service Document: Serious accusations against China

In a western Intelligence role Will China strong for that Dealing with the criticized crown crisis. The “Five Eyes” dossier of the intelligence alliance of the United States, Great Britain, Australia, Canada and New Zealand summarizes the accusations and suspicions, the Australian newspaper “Saturday Telegraph” reported over the weekend.

The file documents the cover-up by the Chinese authorities and indicates a risky investigation in a laboratory in the Chinese city of Wuhan, where the new corona virus first appeared in December.

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11.40 am: Consumers pay more without contact in Corona crisis

In the crown crisis he pays according to the Bundesbank more and more People in Germany your purchases without contact with Turn– or Credit card. “That too Using the smartphone in the box now is everyday life, “he said Board member Burkhard Balz the “RedaktionsNetzwerk Deutschland”.

One reason for the trend is that the banking industry does that. Limit for contactless card payments – without PIN – from 25 to 50 euros bent has.

With contactless payment, shoppers don’t have to insert their plastic cards into a reader and enter a PIN at the terminal, they just need to hold the card or smartphone against the terminal.

According to a Bundesbank survey, 43 percent of people have changed their payment behavior in recent weeks. In early April it was only 25 percent.

11.30 a.m.: The world after the crown crisis

What will change and what will not change: this is how politicians, scientists, theologies and journalists see us and the world.

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11.25 a.m.: students from agricultural schools in Lower Austria sewed masks

The students of the Agricultural technical schools in Lower Austria started sewing face masks due to the crown crisis. The teachers of the subject of textile design provide students with this Sewing patterns, video instructions, fabric and rubber available. So far, 5,000 masks have been made, said the councilor for education Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister (ÖVP) Sunday with

The mouth and nose protection can be washed and reused. The fabrics and sewing accessories were purchased and distributed to schools. Due to the upcoming opening of the school, the masks can now be “used well,” Teschl-Hofmeister emphasized. Students would make a “valuable contribution to positively managing the current situation”.

11.20 am: Vienna airport to offer PCR tests starting Monday

The Vienna airport Monday deals PCR tests in. The result of whether or not you are infected with the coronavirus is said to be Sunday in two or three hours available. If the result is negative, it is at the input 14-day domestic quarantine is no longer required, as was previously the case with regulations.

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11.10 am: Trump’s confused handling of the virus

In a crisis, the vast majority of Americans expect leadership from their president and well-considered recommendations for action. Donald Trump does not fully comply with these demands.

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10.55 a.m.: the Chamber of Physicians appeals to reason

Given the Store opening. and the liberalization of curfews has explicitly warned the medical association against Covid-19’s sloppy handling. President Thomas Szekeres He appealed on Sunday to take action against the spread of the coronavirus as well. Wear nose and mouth protection in closed rooms and the A meter away to other people, continue to adhere.

“We have all accomplished a lot in the past few weeks and we are in an excellent international position. We are allowed carelessness and lack of discipline However, the success of this stage will not be denied, “Szekeres emphasized in a letter from the Medical Association. regular hand washing It remains essential to avoid a possible increase in the number of infections.

Concerns Szekeres is preparing the images that were partially seen on Saturday, namely long lines in front of some stores. “It is understandable that people are now going back to business after the long phase of isolation,” said the doctor. However, each individual must decide for himself whether each purchase is really necessary in the first days. Under no circumstances should the necessary precautionary measures be forgotten in the hectic pace of shopping.

10.40 a.m.: Corona rules for the fair

With Corona’s relaxed protection measures, services can be held again from May 15. The Episcopal Conference has issued detailed rules for the Catholic masses.

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10.30 am: Debate in Italy: distance learning also in September

In Italy becomes violent about government plans to Resumption of instruction in schools. debated since September. So the lessons should start from the fall Half in class and half online made as Minister of Education Lucia Azzolina reported.

This is to guarantee “social distancing”. Schools in Italy have been closed since March 5.

Distance learning turned out to be a success during the nearly two-month quarantine, the minister said. The school system was not prepared for the need to rely on learning at home.

The Family Association “Family Day” He called the government’s school plans a “catastrophe.” “Children will not receive continuous instruction and parents will have more difficulty reconciling work and family life.

10.15 a.m.: uncertainty in agricultural markets

The Association of German farmers anticipates an initially uncertain market situation due to the Corona crisis and is also attractive to the Responsibility of large retail chains.. “The market situation is exceptional. Supermarket sales records on the one hand, the complete closure of the catering trade on the other hand, “he said Secretary General Bernhard Kruesken German press agency.

Farmers would have to trust one Uncertainty phase cease while the general economy is weak. “However, the demand for food has not generally collapsed.”

Kruesken emphasized: “The Large retail chains are now jointly responsible for their food purchasing power., a destruction of values ​​as in the Economic and financial crisis 2008/09 The association also assumes that EU measures for the storage of dairy and beef and sheep meat will stabilize markets in the short term. .

10:05 am: The Czech Republic is considering opening its borders in July

The Czech government It is considering reopening the country’s borders in July. Talks about it with Austria and the Slovakia they are very advanced but complicated with Poland he said Foreign Minister Tomás Petricek Saturday afternoon, according to the CTK news agency. “I would like to close the borders in July GermanyAustria Poland and open Slovakia. “

If the situation with Combat the crown epidemic. developing well, the border could also be opened earlier. In mid-March, the Czech government took a protective measure against the spread of the coronavirus. Exit ban imposed on its own citizens but this End of april canceled again. After their return from abroad, the Czechs now have to be tested for coronavirus. Border controls are said to continue until May 14.

According to the Ministry of Health on Saturday, the Czech Republic has 7,750 documented cases of coronavirus and 245 deaths.

10:00 am: Three new coronavirus infections in Lower Austria

In Lower Austria, the number of confirmed coronavirus diseases increased by three to 2,629 compared to the previous day on Sunday morning. 2,255 people recovered, 17 more than on Saturday. The medical team reported that so far a total of 32,815 tests have been performed in the state. The number of coronavirus deaths remained at 92.

9.55 a.m.: Stefan Mross postpones the wedding

Pop singer Stefan Mross (44) prefers to wait due to the crisis in Corona, his fiancée Anna-Carina Woitschack (27) get married. “Fate simply decided that this should not be the case,” he told the Germany (RND) editorial network.

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9.40 a.m. – Eurostar train line introduces mask requirement

Passengers of Eurostar trains between Paris, Brussels and London due to the coronavirus pandemic that starts on Monday Mouth-nose protection Attrition “Starting May 4, passengers will be required to wear a face mask or face mask at our stations and on board, as required by the guidelines of the French and Belgian governments,” the company said Saturday.

In case of breach of the obligation to wear a mask Train reference and fines. by the French and Belgian authorities, Eurostar said. Due to the pandemic, high-speed trains connecting Paris and Brussels to London run much less frequently than in normal times. According to the railway company, the Closed onboard bistros. Due to applicable distance rules, escort services for barrier-free travel are no longer offered.

Unlike France and Belgium, no mask requirement applies to public transport in Britain. Prime Minister Boris Johnson However, he indicated this week that he considered that duty to be “useful” after the first easing of crown restrictions.

9.30 a.m.: Number of infected people in Tyrol remains below 200

In Tirol are from saturday afternoon until sunday morning Two other positive coronavirus cases were added. This means that 187 people are currently infected in the federal state and 3,215 have already recovered. 105 people died with or from Covid disease 19. So far 52,504 tests have been performed in Tyrol, 51,344 results were available.

According to the state, the most infected people were 42 each in the district Landeck and the city Innsbruck. The district still had the fewest infected people, that is, two Reutte in.

9 9.05: Brazilian mayor asks Thunberg for help

In its Despair on the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic in the Brazilian city of Manaus its mayor has Swedish Greta Thunberg weather protection icon Asked for help. “We need help,” he turned Mayor Arthur Virgilio Neto in one in the online service Twitter Video message posted in English to Thunberg.

In his city in Amazon heart the “life of forest conservationists” should be saved. The new corona virus caused “a catastrophe, barbarism” in Manaus, Neto complained. Due to the suffering of his people, he now turns to Thunberg. “I know Influenceyou have and I know your ability Compassion have with others, “said the mayor.” Help save the Amazon, the Amazon and the forest. “

In the state of Amazonas, whose capital is Manaus, more than 500 people died from Covid-19, including many indigenous people. Den Hospitals There is a great lack of material in the region.

9:00 am: Japan’s return to normality

Too Government of japan prepares for the crisis of the crown despite the persistent emergency first steps to return to normal Before If sufficient measures are taken to prevent the spread of the pathogen, parks, museums, libraries and other public facilities will be allowed to reopen, Japan said Minister for Economic Recovery Yasutoshi Nishimuraon Sunday

On Monday, his government will decide to extend the emergency, which was initially imposed until May 6, for a month. An advisory committee recommended that the population be encouraged to continue preferably at home stick around because the number of new virus infections every day has not decreased significantly since the emergency was declared.

The state of emergency in Japan means no hard insulation like in Europe: Citizens should only stay home and keep their distance. Many stores, restaurants and department stores are closed.

8.45 a.m.: Masses with believers in Italy since the end of May

Italian Bishops Conference CEI exacerbates pressure on the Government in Rome for resuming mass in the presence of believers. Depending on the development of the pandemic curve, trade fairs should be allowed again from May 24 or May 31, according to an agreement between the CEI and the government. Episcopate chief Gualtiero Bassetti announced on Saturday night.

From the end of May, all religious ceremonies must be held again. The Episcopal Conference agreed to take all precautions to combat the pandemic. The bigger churches should join Thermoscans Be equipped. Funerals, which were banned during the most acute phase of the epidemic, can take place again starting Monday with the start of “Phase 2” with some relaxation of freedom of movement, but in the presence of a maximum of 15 family members.

The Pope, meanwhile, at the early mass broadcast in Santa Marta Guest House honored the priests and doctors who died in action against the crown virus. During the pandemic, more than 100 priests and 154 doctors died in Italy, Francis said. They are an example of caring for your neighbor.

8.30 am: the head of Sport Austria Niessl hopes to continue the league

Since last Thursday it is a Bundesliga season abortion become more likely. The specification of the Ministry of HealthTo quarantine the infected team and probably also the opponent’s team in a positive crown test, it is likely Making continuation impossible. This, in turn, would put numerous clubs in enormous financial trouble.

Therefore, it was declared Sport Austria President Hans Niessl to all involved, but still to find a solution. The original League “ghost game concept”, who only provided isolation of the person interested in a positive test, described Burgenland as “a very good proposition. The league should now discuss this with the Ministry of Health in a few video conferences.”

Niessl suggested in the discussions the results of one scientific study from the Danish University of Aarhus let in, according to which the risk of infection in football under the open sky is low.

8.20 am: SPÖ demands more “Made in Austria”

The SPÖ As a consequence of the crown crisis, Austria and Europe most independent in the global market to make and relocate the production of various goods back to the country.

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8:00 am: Maas warns against lifting travel warnings

The German Chancellor Heiko Maas Prudence campaigns in lifting global travel warnings: “There should be no quick shots. We cannot and will not bring a quarter of a million people on vacation in the summer.”

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7.55 a.m.: German intelligence agency complains of misinformation

Than German Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV), according to a journalistic report regarding the crown crisis, is “controlled by other intelligence services Disinformation campaigns“The authority announced at the request of the” Welt am Sonntag “.” For many actors, the Pandemic an opportunity“Position yourself advantageously,” said the Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

Foreign and extremist actors Spread similar misrepresentations and sometimes refer to each other, the “WamS” cited the protection of the constitution. However, there are currently no known campaigns targeting Germany.

The German federal government sees a duty to combat online news and disinformation campaigns against online network operators. “YouTube, Facebook and company have a great responsibility in the crown crisis,” he said. Justice Minister Christine Lambrecht (SPD) the “WamS”. Internet platforms would be “misused to obtain specific false information and crude falsehoods.”

7.45 a.m.: Steinmeier does not see democracy at risk

Germany Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier He is in favor of a debate on the scope of the restrictions, but democracy is not in danger due to the measures taken by the federal and state governments to stop the crown pandemic.

He had “respect” for how politics tried to “strike a balance” between protecting the population and possible relief.

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7.40 a.m.: Boris Johnson talks about the emergency plan in case of death

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has plans for one after being hospitalized for Covid-19 possible death spoken During the difficult time in the intensive care unit, he wondered how he would get out of this situation.

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7.30 am: Union against “flying masters”

Yes for one high number of students or class size Hygiene regulations students cannot be retained, students must be divided into adjoining rooms, and teachers must switch between groups: the Union resists this proposal.

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7.20 a.m. – the Ministry of Finance has deferred 4.6 billion taxes so far

At the end of April they were in Financial management 190,500 tax deferment requests received and approved. Until now 4.6 billion euros in taxes deferred, announced the Ministry of Finance. Three out of four tax deferrals related to small businesses with less than 700,000 euros Sales

This left 4,600 million euros of liquidity in the companies for the moment. “For these companies in particular, financial scope is of existential importance in the current situation,” he says. Finance Minister Gernot Blümel (ÖVP) Currently, 98 percent of tax deferral requests are processed by the Ministry of Finance. The ministry’s service hotline (050/233 77 0) has answered 5,600 inquiries by email or phone since the start last week.

7.15 a.m. – emergency approval for the Roche antibody test

The Basel pharmaceutical company Roche has in the USES emergency approval of your Antibody test for coronavirus received. The company announced this in a press release on Sunday night.

The new antibody test is suitable for detecting people who have been infected with the coronavirus, he said. Approval is from the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) done in a quick process.

The blood plasma test recognizes the antibodies that the human body has formed after infection with the coronavirus. The test should be available worldwide at major laboratory companies and the Roche Group wants to expand production to a high number in the double-digit range per month, it said in the statement.

7:10 am: Buffett Berkshire company closes stakes in US airlines

The American investment company Berkshire Hathaway investor legend Warren buffett has been in the coronavirus pandemic of all proportions in the four largest US airlines separate Berkshire has its bets on Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines sold, Buffett said Saturday at the general meeting.

His company had around seven to eight billion dollars (6.4 to 7.3 billion euros)) invested in the construction of the shares. However, Berkshire was unable to recover the amount of the sale, Buffett added. The coronavirus pandemic hit the aviation industry hard. At the end of 2019, Berkshire had 11 percent on Delta Air Lines, 10 percent on American Airlines, 9 percent on United Airlines, and about 10 percent on Southwest Airlines.

7:00 a.m.: Seehofer against hasty travel plans

The German Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer (CSU) has opposed one hasty resumption of travel operations between Germany and Austria pronounced “As long as the virus doesn’t go on vacation, we also have to limit our travel plans, as understandable as that I wish for people and the tourism industry. It’s too much. Protection from infection sets the schedule, “Seehofer told” Bild am Sonntag. “

The fact that the holidays can be taken again and when they depend on the infection process. “No one wants to restrict citizens’ freedom of movement more than is absolutely necessary. But reckless openings that then take shape increased infection rates fighting doesn’t help anyone. “

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8:02 pm: Survey: Good grades for Ardern, Kurz and Merkel

New Zealanders, Austrians and Germans are the most satisfied with their heads of government in the crown crisis. That’s what a poll published by the Ipsos survey institute in six European countries and New Zealand says. New Zealand Prime Minister did his best Jacinda Ardern of. Foreign Ministers followed Sebastian Kurz and the German counterpart Angela Merkel.

8:00 pm: Steinmeier for debate on the scope of the restrictions

Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier supports the debate on the extent of crown restrictions in Germany. “This creates a healing need for politicians to justify daily how long such measures can be taken into account,” said Steinmeier of the “Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung.”

He watches “with great respect” as politicians try ” Balance “between protecting the population and possible relief to find The fact that there are now fewer new infections in Germany is the result of “smart crisis management, coupled with people’s responsibility and discipline.” If the restrictions fell too fast now, “we would have achieved a Pyrrhic victory,” Steinmeier warned.

7.44 pm: Schallenberg tried to help the harvest workers in Kiev

Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg (ÖVP) spoke Thursday with Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister responsible for European integration, Wadym Prystajko, about the use of Ukrainian harvest workers in Austria. Charter flights from Ukraine that have been used for this purpose have been made possible again since May 1 due to a new exemption regulation by the Austrian Minister of Health.

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7:30 PM: Tanzanian MPs may have died of the crown

The opposition in the Tanzanian parliament will stay away from the meetings for now. three MPs may have died of Covid-19 lung disease. Justice Minister Augustine Mahiga was one of the fatalities. Chadema’s parliamentarians now want to isolate themselves at home for 14 days, as announced on Saturday.

Party leader Freeman Mbowe had previously called on Parliament to stay away and cancel all meetings until further notice to prevent the spread of the crown virus. If the three politicians Mahiga, Gertrude Rwakatare and Richard Ndassa actually died of Covid-19 has not been officially confirmed. The circumstances of his burials under strict hygienic protection suggest this, as the opposition believes.

Agustín Mahinga died on May 1 at the age of 74. He served as a UN special envoy.