Leopoldina demands contact restrictions
The National Academy of Sciences – Leopoldina – calls for a corona vaccination and contact restrictions. This is the only way to save society from further consequences of the pandemic, it said in a call. In order to enable as many vaccinations as possible by Christmas, pharmacists, medical officers, dentists, nurses and midwives should also participate. The researchers are also calling for schools to start the Christmas holidays sooner. The Leopoldina is made up of scientists from different departments. It is an advisory body to the federal government. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Omikron probably landed in Hessen
Hessen reports the apparently first corona case with the new Omikron variant. According to Social Affairs Minister Klose, a returnee from South Africa who arrived at Frankfurt Airport is affected. Accordingly, there is a high level of suspicion that the final test result is still pending. The variant has also appeared in the Czech Republic. The World Health Organization considers them to be of concern. It is still unclear whether Omikron is more contagious and causes more severe disease. Many countries severely restrict travel to southern Africa. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Digital vaccination records should not last a whole year
The digital corona vaccination certificate should no longer be valid for a full year. Federal Health Minister Spahn said that since the vaccination protection wears off after a few months, a decision must be made to adapt the validity of the evidence to the actual protective effect. An EU-wide agreed regulation is aimed for. So far, the QR codes for proof of vaccination are valid for twelve months, starting two weeks after the second vaccination. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Scholz wants a longer traffic light phase
SPD chancellor candidate Scholz sees good chances of a joint government with the Greens and FDP beyond this legislative period. At the Juso Federal Congress in Frankfurt am Main, Scholz said that there is currently a situation in Germany in which a departure could be dared. This is due to the special constellation of the traffic light partners. She represents a heterogeneous social majority that could ensure progress in the country. In the fight against Corona, Scholz announced a consistent approach. All measures would be considered. The primary goal is to promote the booster vaccinations. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Collective bargaining for the public sector continues
Unions and employers met in Potsdam for the third round of collective bargaining for the public service of the federal states. Verdi boss Werneke said there was a firm will to achieve a result this time. A negotiable offer from employers is overdue. Verdi and the German Association of Officials are calling for a plus of five percent, but at least 150 euros more per month, in the health sector 300 euros more. The federal states reject this as excessive. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Stum in the north of England – tens of thousands without electricity
Tens of thousands of households in the north of England have been without electricity because of a storm. The regions of Northumberland and County Durham were particularly affected. At the same time there was heavy snowfall last night. Around 120 trucks were stuck on a motorway for several hours. Train traffic in Scotland was interrupted. At least two people were killed by falling trees. The weather service has now lifted the highest warning level, but a storm warning still applies. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
Defeat for Hanover in Karlsruhe
Hannover 96 suffered another defeat in the second Bundesliga. Lower Saxony lost 4-0 at Karlsruher SC and slipped to 16th place in the table. Furthermore: Schalke – Sandhausen 5: 2 and Erzgebirge Aue – Darmstadt 1: 2. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
The weather in Northern Germany
Furthermore, many, often dense clouds, at times rain and sleet. Maximum 2 to 5 degrees. At night some snow or sleet in some areas, towards the North Sea more rain. Lowest values +3 to -4 degrees. Smoothness possible. Tomorrow lots of clouds, hardly any sun, at times rain or sleet, especially snow in the mountains. Maximum values 1 to 5 degrees. The further prospects: On Monday from southern Lower Saxony to Western Pomerania, some snow or sleet, otherwise friendlier, 1 to 5 degrees. | 11/27/2021 3:45 p.m.
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