Corona virus in Berlin: new machines installed - masks can be bought in subway stations

Berlin reports increasing numbers of infected Covid-19 people. Nevertheless, there are other openings. From Monday onwards, a mask requirement will also apply in the federal capital.

• The people of Berlin have been subject to exit restrictions since March  .
• The number of people infected with Covid 19  continues to rise.
• The police in Berlin report violations of contact bans and government rules.
• Here you will find the basic facts about the corona virus * and the corona news from Germany. You can also find current case numbers in Germany here as a map *. The following recommendations for corona protective measures * are currently available. 

Update, 10.27 a.m .: As in other federal states, a mask requirement applies to public transport in Berlin from today. Some subway stations have set up machines for this purpose, in which mouth and nose coverings can be purchased.

All playgrounds in #Mitte will remain closed until April 30, 2020. Their use is prohibited. The technical and hygienic inspection of the over 250 playgrounds starts on Monday. After opening: keep your distance, even if it is difficult. # Covid_19 https://t.co/KEb2KxRs8j pic.twitter.com/Jn2BWaS2c5

For a possible opening of the playgrounds in May , some district offices have started to carry out hygiene checks.

In the afternoon, the ministers of culture want to join together in a video conference to talk about further plans for the schools - the Corona Cabinet already meets in the morning, among other things, on new rules for worship services .

Update from April 27, 9.45 a.m .: A Berlin health and nursing staff is now shaking up with a Facebook post. She describes how bitter everyday life in an intensive care unit is - and is annoyed by corona ignorants.

Coronavirus: Senator calls for an expansion of the mask requirement

Update of April 26, 9:20 p.m .:  Diley Kalayci (SPD), Berlin Senator for Health, has, as the Berliner Morgenpost reports, called for an extension of the mask requirement to the retail trade. 

"I took a very close look at this and was really shocked that only about a fifth of the people who bought it wore mouth-to-nose coverage ," said the politician on Sunday evening at the German Press Agency. Similar to public transport, it is difficult to keep the legal minimum distance in the shops. "That is why I consider an obligation to be indispensable there," emphasized Kalayci. 

In Berlin so far 5,607 infections have been confirmed with the coronavirus. So far, 123 people have died as a result of an infection. A total of 4,508 people have now recovered. 

Corona virus in Berlin: Maas announces summer vacation

Update of April 26, 1:28 p.m .: With his clear rejection of the summer vacation in times of Corona, Federal Foreign Minister Heiko Maas not only disappointed many travel- loving citizens, but also drew the anger of representatives of the German travel industry . For his comments, Maas now got a headwind. 

Update from April 25, 10.30 p.m .:  Due to the general exit restrictions, meetings in Germany are prohibited. But similar to Stuttgart, more than 1,000 people met in Berlin-Mitte to protest against the current restrictions on containing the corona virus. 

Coronavirus in Berlin: 1000 people protest - among them conspiracy theorists and right-wing populists

The police put up barriers around Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz to prevent it from becoming too crowded, so that many demonstrators stood in front of the barriers. The officials repeatedly asked people to leave the place. Individual protesters have been provisionally arrested . 

In the afternoon, the peacefully protesting crowd dispersed . In total, the police arrived with almost 200 masked police officers , which prevented the formation of a larger crowd, as the police said. The meetings have already been carried out similarly on the past four Saturdays. A  rally has also been canceled for May 1st .

The demonstrators could not be clearly assigned to political or other groups, which probably differentiated the demonstration from most rallies. However, well-known right-wing populists and conspiracy theorists were also among the participants. 20 left-wing activists protested against the rally a few meters away.

Is there a mask requirement also in medical practices? This could be a problem, especially for people with respiratory problems. In Bavaria, the mask requirement applies from Monday (April 27). Prime Minister Markus Söder found clear words for others 

Corona virus in Berlin: Private corona test station set up - 60 euros per smear

Update from April 25, 10:04 a.m .: The first private corona test station in Germany is currently under construction in a parking lot in the middle of Berlin's government district . There are already two of the so-called drive-in test stations in the capital, where you can get tested for the new coronavirus Sars-CoV-2 . What is special about the newly built ward, however, is that it is not a medical service. 

As the Tagesspiegel reports, it should be much more a private facility in which you can have the virus tested out of your own pocket for 60 euros . There is confusion and surprise in the Berlin health administration . Although they had heard that something was being created there, they did not know anything  specific. Health senator Dilek Kalayci (SPD) did not want to evaluate the offer for the time being. In the coming week, it will be examined whether it is legally possible for private practices to be allowed to earn money by cutting back on the corona crisis .  

Corona virus in Berlin: playgrounds should open again soon - the date has already been fixed

Update from April 24, 1 p.m .: 5476 coronavirus infections are currently reported in Berlin . The number increased by 121 cases within a day. More than 100 people in the state capital have already died of Covid 19 disease. 

On April 30, the playgrounds in Berlin should reopen . This was decided by twelve districts in the Mayor's Council on Thursday (April 23). The required distance and hygiene rules to contain the coronavirus pandemic should also apply there. This is reported by the Tagesspiegel . 

Update from April 22, 5:50 p.m .:  In Berlin , crime has declined sharply due to the lockdown. In the coronavirus crisis *, around 61 percent fewer pickpockets were reported last week compared to the previous year. Burglaries also fell by 65 percent as a result of the measures to contain the virus * , and car theft even by more than 76 percent. This was announced by the Berlin police on Wednesday. 

In # Corona times, there is a significant decrease in # crime in #Berlin (KW 16 / compared to the previous year):
➡️Pocket theft minus 61%
➡️Accident theft minus 65%
➡️Carve theft minus 76% https://t.co/ i4A06qZup5

In the case of cellar burglaries, police chief Barbara Slowik said there should be an increase. In addition, there is said to be a modification of the grandchildren's trick, the son-daughter trick , in which older people are informed that their children are in the hospital and are then asked to pay money.

Coronavirus in Berlin: Education Senator calls for playgrounds to be opened

Update from April 22, 1:09 p.m .: As of next Monday, a mask requirement will apply in Berlin due to the corona crisis . The measures to protect against infection were also tightened in the capital. Berlin's Senator for Education Sandra Scheeres (SPD) has meanwhile also called for another protective measure to be lifted: she wants the playgrounds to open again and asked the districts of the capital to do this. 

“Especially daycare centers and children's shops without their own outdoor facilities must be able to use the playgrounds again. Families who live with children in the densely built-up inner city also rely on it, ”she told the German Press Agency on Wednesday. Even if you do not want to open the playgrounds completely again, you can find regulations for restricted use . The district mayors want to advise on Thursday about the opening of the playgrounds . 

After a long back and forth, all federal states in Germany have decided to introduce a mask requirement.

Corona virus in Berlin: Masks are mandatory in public transport from next Monday

Update of April 21, 4:47 pm: Berlin's governing mayor Michael Müller (SPD) confirmed in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon that a mask requirement will apply in public transport from next Monday . Since the distance rules could not be observed in the buses, subways or S-Bahn, the Senate passed a decision on Tuesday, reported Müller. Contrary to the decisions of some other federal states, Berlin stores will not require a mask .

The mayor also announced that those in need in Berlin would receive the masks free of charge . There will be decentralized issuing offices for this. In addition, as of May 4, the information provided by cultural senator Klaus Lederer (left) in the capital is again allowed to hold services with up to 50 participants . Large cultural and sporting events with more than 5000 participants remain prohibited in Berlin until October 24th due to the Corona crisis. Events with more than 1000 participants should not take place until August 31, the Senate decided on Tuesday.

Because of the restrictions to contain the corona pandemic, Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife Elke Büdenbender also canceled the traditional citizens' festival . This was announced by the Federal President's Office in Berlin on Tuesday. The festival was originally scheduled to take place on August 21 and 22.

Meanwhile, Berlin-based virologist Christian Drosten warns of a possible second wave of corona infections in Germany. According to the expert, two background effects could be responsible for this in the future *. 

New clinical pictures: So far, dry cough and fever have been the main symptoms of coronavirus. Doctors around the world have now become aware of other characteristics - which occur particularly in younger patients.

Coronavirus in Berlin: Senate decides to wear a mask - but it does not apply to retailers

Update April 21, 14:28: Starting next week, have people in Berlin buses and trains a full-face protective wear. According to information from the German Press Agency, the Senate decided on Tuesday to wear a mask. In contrast to other federal states, however, this should not apply to retail.  

Update of April 21, 11:50 a.m .: Because her learning conditions at home in the corona crisis are particularly unfavorable, a student from Berlin wanted to postpone her high school exams - and even went to court. The Berlin Administrative Court, however , now rejected the high school graduate's urgent request . An appeal against the decision can still be filed with the Higher Administrative Court, but the first written exam is due in Berlin on Friday.

The student in question lives with her parents and a brother in a 2.5 room apartment and argued that her ability to concentrate was clearly disturbed due to the noise pollution caused by her family. Therefore, she doesn't have the same opportunities as others. In its rejection, however, the court emphasized that the student's situation was not a special exception . As in other areas of life, identical conditions could not be guaranteed. 

In Germany, however, a vaccine is already being tested on humans. Meanwhile, the drugstore chain dm vehemently warns of a solution for respiratory protection.

Corona virus in Berlin: Mitte district focal point in corona controls - 61 violations 

Update from April 20, 4:41 p.m .: During a special inspection on Friday afternoon, the regulatory office in Berlin's Mitte district found 61 violations of the Corona Ordinance. 16 people paid a fine of 55 euros on site. In the other cases, there is an administrative offense procedure, the district office announced on Monday. Especially in the park on Weinbergsstraße and the surrounding area there were many Corona sinners - namely 40. District Mayor Stephan von Dassel is "very sad" about this number, as can be read in a message.

“The results, particularly in the park on Weinbergsweg and in the surrounding area, are worrying. The insults against the officials of the regulatory office are also unacceptable, ”said von Dassel.

On Tuesday (April 21), the Senate decides which easing measures it should take in Berlin from April 27 (see below). With regard to May 1st, this also applies to the right to demonstrate.

According to a Spiegel report, the Berlin police expect apparently spontaneous gatherings of left-wing extremists, attacks on police officers and property damage, particularly around Rigaer Strasse in the Friedrichshain district, where there are still some symbolic and partly occupied houses of the left-wing radical scene. 

Checks by the regulatory office #Mid last Friday, 61 violations of the containment ordinance were found. In the next few days, too, the regulatory office will consistently check, especially in green areas.https: //t.co/ULj6PY9hEG pic.twitter.com/5eWN0JAKBL

Coronavirus in Berlin: Open Business? Berlin takes its time  

Update from April 20, 12:10 p.m .: Berlin is taking more time than other federal states to implement the corona loosening. Which shops with a sales area of ​​up to 800 square meters benefit from a relaxation will be decided in Berlin on Tuesday. It may then be possible to open department stores from Wednesday (April 22) . From the last weekend in April, visits to the zoo, zoo and botanical garden are expected to be possible.

Corona virus in Berlin: Corona year 2020 starts with Abitur

Update of April 20, 10:24 p.m .: Five weeks after the school closes in Berlin, 14,600 high school graduates are allowed to return to their schools. In Berlin, the Abitur begins on Monday (April 20) despite fierce criticism. First of all, there is the Latin Abitur. The summer semester 2020 in Berlin also starts. For the first time, due to the corona pandemic, it will only take place online until further notice.   

We join in and wish our #Polizeistudis at @HWR_Berlin an interesting and exciting semester start despite everything. https://t.co/hnMJcHQ2o5

The police in Berlin had a lot to do at the weekend. According to the police, 22 objects and 328 people were checked outdoors. 19 criminal and 126 administrative offenses were issued.

Health Senator Dilek Kalayci (SPD) has warned the health committee about premature optimism in the corona crisis, reports the morning post online. "We are by no means over the mountain. The good numbers are absolutely no all-clear, ”said Kalayci.

The first easing of the shutdown apparently fueled calls for further steps. Chancellor Angela Merkel is now criticizing the “opening discussion orgies”.

Corona virus in Berlin: The Abitur starts despite the Corona crisis. 

© dpa / Kay Nietfeld

Corona virus in Berlin: Relaxation of the corona rules

Update from April 20, 8:59 a.m .: From this Monday, the first corona rules in Germany will be relaxed *. Chancellor Angela Merkel had previously discussed this with the Prime Ministers of the federal states. Some of the new guidelines are implemented very differently in the individual countries. For example, Saxony loosens things up very generously, while measures in Bavaria remain comparatively strict. 

Update from April 19, 11.17 a.m .: Now, further information on the illegal demonstration against the restriction of fundamental rights by corona protective measures will be released on Saturday in Berlin. At first there was talk of 100 emergency services, a day later this number was corrected according to information from the German Press Agency: a total of around 260 officers were deployed at Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz and at the Volksbühne in Berlin's Mitte district.

According to the police, some of the demonstrators carried posters and editions of the Basic Law with them. The police officers recorded the personal details of a total of 79 participants . According to this, two people were temporarily taken into police custody for identification purposes. According to police information, some people also ignored the officers' orders and were therefore carried away. The emergency services filed criminal and administrative offenses for violations of the Infection Protection Act and resistance to law enforcement officers. 

Corona in Berlin: fires and vandalism despite Covid 19 pandemic

Update April 19, 9:23: The coronavirus does have the capital under control, but the Berlin police also off to do from Covid-19 hands full. Due to fires and vandalism , the officers and the fire brigade were in constant use during the night from Friday to Saturday. 

Around 3 o'clock alerted a local resident in the district of Prenzlauer Berg firefighters reported Bild.de . The reason: At the Falkplatz there, a company van was on fire . It is not known whether it was arson or the car caught fire without human intervention. A few hours later the fire brigade was called to a  daycare center in Charlottenburg . There is a dumpster burned that finally the assault roof of the day care center .

Corona in Berlin: Despite a pandemic, vandalism occurs on Alexanderplatz

Also in the early morning hours, there was a case of vandalism on Alexanderplatz : a man threw in the glazing of the police station there with two paving stones . The outer panes broke. While arrested, the man insulted the police and resisted.

A man threw 2 paving stones at our #Alexwache last night. The outer panes broke.
The man was arrested near the scene of the crime and offered resistance.https: //t.co/QT1fglmzgc
^ tsm

And in the course of Saturday things continued to be similarly eventful: Despite the current restrictions on contacts * , several hundred people demonstrated in the capital against restrictions on fundamental rights in the Corona crisis. The police used loudspeakers to ask the participants to leave the illegal demonstration . Most responded to this call, but occasionally "freedom-restricting measures" were used, said a police spokeswoman. Around 100 forces were deployed . 

Coronan in Berlin: Police officers dissolve unauthorized demo in the Mitte district

Because of the corona pandemic, many of the policemen with face masks * were out and about . As on the weekends before, the demonstrators had gathered at the Volksbühne in the Mitte district . According to the current regulation on the containment of the corona virus, only gatherings in the open air of a maximum of 20 people are allowed in Berlin. 

While there is a standstill in many areas due to the Corona crisis , unfortunately this does not apply to crime . In addition to their efforts in the fight against Covid-19, the officials also have to cope with "normal day-to-day business". Another tweet by the officials on Saturday proves that the Berlin police officers will not lose their humor . 

In the early morning they accompanied a beaver in Tegel to the harbor basin. Apparently he had strayed downtown. The police officers put the operation in a rather humorous manner in connection with the current corona situation . The Twitter users obviously like it, because the post received at least more than 9,000 likes by Sunday morning.

And the beaver greets every day ...
Today it was very early for a stroll through #Tegel. It was exemplary on its own and was then accompanied to the Tegel harbor basin at a suitable distance to swim a lap there (sports are allowed).
^ tsm pic.twitter.com/88UuuWNxxL

Corona in Berlin: A total of 5091 people infected with corona in the capital

Update from April 17, 8:23 pm: In Berlin the number of confirmed corona cases has risen to 5091. Compared to the previous day, 120 more people are affected. 585 people are currently isolated and treated in the hospital. That is 17 fewer than yesterday. Blslang 91 people have died of the consequences of the new coronavirus, seven more than yesterday. In the fight against corona spread, the number of reproductions is of immense importance. You can also read what it specifies and why it is a decisive factor at Merkur.de *.

Update from April 17, 12:38: The Corona crisis could have Germany under control even longer than previously thought. While on Wednesday a nationwide ban on events was announced until August 31, the music festival Lollapalooza in Berlin is now apparently on the brink. 

Although the mega event only takes place at the beginning of September and is therefore not affected by the current ban on events, according to interior senator Andreas Geisel the festival is on the brink. As Geisel said on Friday in conversation with Radio Eins of the rbb, he was “very, very, skeptical” that the mega event could still take place. 

So far, the music festival is planned for September 5 and 6 in the Berlin Olympic Stadium. 

Can we go on vacation again in the summer? Heiko Maas comments on the vacation plans with a clear assessment.

Corona in Berlin: Fridays for Future announces climate strike

Update of April 16, 4:05 pm: Despite the corona crisis , the activists of the climate protection movement Fridays for Future want to demonstrate on the day of the global climate strike on April 24 . As the Berlin spokesman for the movement, Quang Paasch, told the German press agency, this should be done digitally and the protest brought from the street to the Internet . Strikers can therefore participate in the protest via the hashtag # Netzstreikfürsklima in the form of video contributions or images on social media.

What do the "# FridaysForFuture school trolls" actually do while the schools are closed?

Well, keep on striking!

On April 24th digitally on the occasion of the global day of action. Register on our website and join the # NetzstreikFürsKlima:
▶ ️ https://t.co/3o2JHJqd63 pic.twitter.com/Ihb140CMEl

Corona in Berlin: Fridays for Future Movement plans art campaign despite the Covid 19 crisis 

In various major German cities - including  Berlin - an additional  art campaign is planned . Painted signs could be left at 30 drop-off points in Berlin's districts by April 20. "The boxes and the signs are then sealed for 72 hours to rule out infections," said a message from the Fridays for Future movement. On the day of the global climate strike, all posters will then be displayed in a central, symbolic location as a one-off art event. The campaign is also to be streamed live.  

In Italy, meanwhile, the Corona measures are being relaxed. This threatens to divide Italy. *

Update 12:21: The Covid-19 death rate is in Berlin officially significantly below the national average . But research by rbb has now yielded completely different numbers. The Berlin Senate reported 62 Corona deaths on Tuesday evening, and thus only half as many Covid 19 deaths per inhabitant than the national average. But these statistics are lagging behind . According to the rbb, this can be deduced from internal death statistics from the Berlin nursing homes and hospitals. 

Corona in Berlin: Delays in reporting over the Easter holidays led to distorted statistics

The reason: There would have been delays in reporting over the Easter holidays . "Today, numerous reports of (...) deaths in the last few days have been reported (...) Since the administrations are not present at the weekend in many facilities, the reports were sent one to two days late ," apparently said in a Senate report on Tuesday evening about the situation in Berlin nursing homes. 

However, this is a major problem when there is a discussion about possible relaxation of the corona restrictions . Wolfgang Albers (left), Chairman of the Health Committee in the House of Representatives, confirmed this at the request of rbb : "If we really want to record the mortality rate of the disease, we need transparent figures," he said. 

Because over the Easter holidays , the actual number of deaths increased enormously . According to reports, there have been 45 deaths in Berlin hospitals and nursing homes since Maundy Thursday . The spokesman for the Brandenburg Minister of Health Ursula Nonnemacher (Greens) explained the situation: "The treating doctors have one day to report the deceased to the health authorities, the health authorities another day to forward the report to the state offices for health - and that State offices then again one day to report the numbers to the Robert Koch Institute. "

Corona in Berlin: Health administration admits delays in reporting to the authorities

The fact that only 62 of the total of 78 Covid-19 deaths were reported was due to the fact that "only the cases of Berliners are counted". Brandenburgers were not included in this statistic. However, the press office of the Berlin health administration later admitted that reports from the health authorities could also lead to delays in reporting and changes . However, further questions regarding the exact deaths could not be answered due to data protection reasons. 

Update from April 16, 10:39 am: After Chancellor Angela Merkel announced the day before that schools should resume teaching from May 4 , it is now clear when the Abitur exams will start in Berlin . 

Already from next Monday , the Berlin high school seniors will take their final exams. It starts with the subject Latin, two more exams will follow during the week, said Education Senator Sandra Scheeres (SPD) in an interview with the RBB information radio on Thursday . 

Coronavirus in Berlin: Lessons in tenth grade start again from April 27th

The SPD politician defended the decision to stick to the Abitur exams. It is about that the Berlin youth could study at the universities all over Germany. The schools in the capital should then gradually open from the following week. "We in Berlin will start in tenth grade on April 27, " announced the senator. With that, Berlin starts sooner than recommended by the federal government under Merkel. 

As far as elementary schools are concerned, Scheeres adheres to the nationwide guidelines. There, the sixth class will start on May 4 , said the Education Senator. She also assured that schools are taking steps to contain the pandemic . For example, the students' tables would have to be 1.50 meters apart and there would also have to be enough soap available for regular hand washing. “And it is important that the schools are cleaned very well. The school authorities will also ensure this, ”Scheeres emphasized.

Corona virus in Berlin: From May 4, the inner city is expected to be full again

Update 10:58 p.m .: In the inner city of Berlin it will soon be livelier again. Because the federal government and the federal states decided on Wednesday to ease the measures against the coronavirus pandemic. From May 4, schools should gradually resume teaching - starting with the final classes.

In order to get the economy going again, shops with up to 800 square meters of retail space should be allowed to open again on Monday, subject to conditions . This also applies - regardless of the sales area - to car, bicycle and book dealers. The stores are to develop concepts on how to control access, comply with hygiene requirements and avoid queues. Merkel said after the conference with the prime ministers that there should be a "metered" opening of public traffic in the city centers.

Why the limit is 800 square meters remained open. Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) made it clear that he personally thought such a sales area was too much, Bavaria would check this - so there could be a patchwork here.

Corona in Berlin: Gradual school start planned - date has already been fixed

Update from April 15, 5.25 p.m .:  As the German Press Agency learned, the federal and state governments agreed on Wednesday that school operations in Germany on May 4, starting with the final classes, the classes that will take exams in the coming year and the top elementary school classes should be resumed. Upcoming exams are possible beforehand. 

In a draft resolution for the switching of Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) with the Prime Ministers, the Minister of Culture Ministers of the Länder (KMK) was to present a concept by April 29, “How teaching under special hygiene and protective measures, especially taking into account the distance requirement due to reduced learning group sizes, can be taken up again overall. ”

In addition to the lessons, the breaks and school bus operations should also be taken into account. "Every school needs a hygiene plan." The school authorities are called upon to create the hygienic conditions on site and to ensure them permanently.

Update of April 15, 3:25 p.m .: According to information from the picture , the heads of state chancellors had agreed on some key points before the federal-state discussions on the corona easing *. Accordingly, during the negotiations, Berlin demands, among other things, that the Abitur exams be held after Easter and that the exit restrictions be relaxed from the beginning of May.

The call for loosening and school openings is loud. An ARD commentator finds clear words about this. After "hardest possible" now "as quickly as possible"? Not like that!

Berlin police are warning of an increase in cyber crime due to Corona

Update of April 15, 2020: The Berlin police have reported on their Twitter channel about an increase in cybercrime as a result of the corona crisis and warned the population. "If #Cybercrime is currently mutating into #Covidcrime, then it is time for some prevention tips," the police post said. As a reason for the increased Internet crime, the police state that the current restrictions in public life also mean that cybercrime offenders would spend more time in front of the PC. 

If #Cybercrime is currently mutating into #Covidcrime, it is time for some tips on # prevention.
^ tsm https://t.co/XOlecXgomT

In their post, the Berlin police also rely on information from Europol. Accordingly, so-called phishing, fraud and child pornography, among other things, would increasingly occur on the Internet . The Council of the European Union also points out that criminals will abuse the coronavirus pandemic to increase their own economic profit. For example, fake test kits and masks are currently sold on the Dark Web .

First report from April 14, 2020:

Berlin - The capital and its violations of corona restrictions: During the corona crisis, Berlin is not always at its best in terms of compliance with government rules *. After an unauthorized demo on April 4 and a prayer gathering with 300 people on April 3, another violation now leads to police intervention. 

In Berlin, not all residents adhere to the exit restrictions. 

© dpa / Fabian Sommer

A mother had organized a birthday party for her daughter. However, with this party she violated the ban on contacts and the exit restrictions. For the time being, these are to apply until April 19 inclusive. 

Corona crisis in Berlin: mother organizes party for daughter - report is made

The occasion of the far-reaching party was  the daughter's 16th birthday . The mother invited 31 guests and rented a 2.5-room apartment in Berlin-Mitte. However, the result was no reason to celebrate: “Against all 32, crimes and administrative offenses are now being carried out under the Infection Protection Act. The mother and the landlord are also looking forward to an investigation, ”the police tweeted. 

When a girl celebrates her 16th birthday together with 31 guests and her mother apparently has rented a 2.5-room apartment in the #Mitte for this purpose, we unfortunately don't just come over to congratulate. # COVID19 # StayHome

The corona virus situation in Berlin is anything but rosy. The Robert Koch Institute reported 4668 Covid-19 infected as of Tuesday, April 14. 56 people officially died as a result of the disease. 

Corona crisis in Berlin: dispute over graduation 

In the meantime, the State Student Committee of Berlin has decided against a demonstration and thus also against a violation of the exit restrictions . Nevertheless, the student representatives want to continue to protest. State student spokesman Miguel Góngora had asked for the Abitur exams to be canceled. 

But the culture ministers of the federal states already agreed on a nationwide uniform regulation on March 25: The Abi exams are to take place. In Baden-Württemberg, the school should start gradually again on May 4th. The opposition criticizes the decision.

Masks are also mandatory in Bavaria - meanwhile, Markus Söder comments on further easing. The CSU boss also talks about the roadmap for business and the catalog of fines for violations of the mouthguard ordinance.

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