Coronavirus
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Limited training allowed in the gyms
Fitness or yoga fans can train again in studios starting Tuesday, June 2nd. The Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Culture has now…
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Corona on a global scale
Wolfgang Sannwald The Corona-virus has infected approximately four million people worldwide. Until may 5th, more than 250.000 deaths are accredited…
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Ramadan in times of Corona
Due to the Corona crisis, fasting Muslims experienced significant changes in Ramadan this year. Religious and social rituals constitute central…
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The Loss of a Friend Due to Coronavirus
Mohammad Nazir Momand from Afghanistan was the first member of the editorial board to be affected by the death of…
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Accessibility of the immigration authorities in the district of Tübingen
Accessibility of the immigration authorities in the district of Tübingen Due to the corona situation, there are currently no open…
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Help for tenants
Regulations for the protection of tenants came into force on April 1st, 2020 and will continue to apply until June…
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Occupational health and safety against corona infections
The Federal Government published general standards for protection against corona infections at worki on April 20th. The government points out…
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Corona and consequences – information in multiple languages
The Federal Government Commissioner for Migration, Refugees and Integration is providing useful information on the coronavirus in 20 languages. A…
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Few exceptions to compulsory schooling
After the Pentecost vacation on June 15th, more and more students will begin going back to schools. This worries some…
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Two Countries, Two Responses
Will Thomas lived in Germany as an exchange student from May 2019 to April 2020 and has been helping out…
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Corona: More than five people in private rooms
So far, only five people who were not part of a family or household could meet in private rooms. Since…
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Corona: Additional body-related services allowed
Starting May 11th, tanning salons and other body-related services with comparable hygiene standards such as hairdressers may open in Baden-Württemberg.…
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Driving lessons are back
The driving schools had already arranged for a car parade in Stuttgart. But the protest demonstration was no longer necessary.…
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One consequence of the corona crisis: unlearning the German language
“It takes much longer to react verbally and I can no longer say a sentence quickly and correctly, I have…
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Corona threatens the world with a hunger pandemic
David Beasley, head of the United Nations World Food Program (WFP), warned in a speech to the UN Security Council…
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Tübingen City Library open for short visits
Since Wednesday, May 6th, readers have been able visit the Tübingen public library located in the Nonnengasse. Loan times are…
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Correct use of disposable gloves
The following should be observed when wearing disposable gloves: first wash your hands thoroughly or disinfect them with a sanitizer.…
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Food from Tübinger Tafel and “Grundversorgung”
The Tübinger Tafel-Laden in Eisenbahnstraße 55 will open again on Tuesday, 5th May 2020. People who are in need can…
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Perspectives 2: More outdoor sports and open beer gardens
Sports fans have something to look forward to. Starting May 11th, more outdoor sports will be allowed again. Baden-Württemberg’s Minister…
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Perspectives 1: More contacts allowed, more children in school and daycare
Keep your distance and wear masks in shops, buses and trains: this is still the rule in Baden-Württemberg and will…
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Large events remain forbidden
Large events are prohibited in Baden-Württemberg until at least August 31st, 2020. The state government listed popular festivals, large sporting…
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Playgrounds open again, starting May 6th
The state government of Baden-Württemberg lifted the temporary block on the usage of children’s playgrounds, beginning on May 6th. The…
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Use disposable gloves correctly
The following should be observed when wearing disposable gloves: first wash your hands thoroughly, paying attention to the gaps between…
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Corona: Good for the climate?
Due to the corona crisis, emissions of carbon dioxide will decrease this year. Petteri Taalas, Secretary General of the United…
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Religious services allowed
In principle, services and other religious gatherings in churches, synagogues, mosques and similar purpose rooms are allowed, starting May 4th.…
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Funerals allowed
Funerals, urn burials and open-air funeral prayers are permitted, starting May 4th, with a maximum of 50 participants. Undertakers and…
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Relaxation of restrictions for believers and children
“We must not become careless now,” said Winfried Kretschmann, the Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg. The number of people infected with the…
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Corona hotline: new timings
From Monday, May 4th, the timings will change for the Corona hotline of the Tübingen district office: The hotline, with…
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Timetable change: More buses again
From Monday, May 4th, regional bus traffic will be switched back to the timetable used on school days. In the…
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Customers can come back to the Tübinger Tafel
Starting from Tuesday, May 5th, the Tübinger Tafel will once again start distributing food from their location at Eisenbahnstraße 57.…
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Social Services – Visits only with appointment
The social services public office in Tübingen is now open for visitors. However, visits are only possible in case of…
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Cover mouth and nose on public transport and in shops
As of Monday, 27th April, people in Baden-Württemberg will have to cover their mouth and nose while using public transport…
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From 4th May on-site appointments at the District Office by appointment
The Tübingen District Office will open its doors to the public again on Monday, 4th May. However, appointments via…
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Mental stress: free help on the phone
The corona pandemic can have a variety of psychological impacts: sleep disorders, existential fear, fear of infections, panic attacks or…
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One shelf for all
In the entrance of the protestant community centre in the Kirchgasse 14 in Rottenburg, one can find non-expired foodstuffs…
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Safety rules on public transport
From Monday, 27th April, it is mandatory to cover your mouth and nose with a mask, scarf or shawl on…
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The Rottenburger Tafel moved temporarily
The Rottenburger Tafel has found a temporary home in the local tithe barn (Zehntscheuer). The Tafel shop had to close…
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Emergency childcare for more children
According to the regulations of the state of Baden-Württemberg which is meant to protect against the corona epidemic, kindergartens, day…
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Masks are mandatory from 27th of April
Baden-Württemberg is now joining the neighbouring states of Bavaria and Hesse: From Monday, 27th April, customers will have to cover…
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Doctor’s note via telephone call still possible
Employees who have a cold do not need to go to the doctor’s office in order to receive sick leave…
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All the pupils will move up to the next grade
Due to the corona pandemic, pupils have had no regular classes for quite some time. The Ministry of Education in…
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Only a maximum of four in the studio
We still broadcast “Newcomer News” every Wednesday in the “Radio Desert Wave” studio, even now during the corona crisis. We…
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Starting on April 20, shops up to 800 square meters can open
Starting on April 20, car dealers, bicycle dealers, bookstores and all other shops with a sales area of no more…
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Libraries can reopen
Libraries and archives in Baden-Württemberg will be allowed to reopen starting on April 20. This also applies to university libraries.…
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Still no events
In Baden-Württemberg, events are still fundamentally prohibited, even after the Fifth Ordinance amending the Corona Ordinance of April 17. The…
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Restaurants and leisure facilities remain closed
Baden-Württemberg will remain closed until further notice due to the Corona Regulation: restaurants, bars, clubs, discotheques, pubs and similar facilities.…
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Distance requirements and contact restrictions continue to apply
In Baden-Württemberg, the basic provisions of the Corona Ordinance will continue to apply after April 19: people must continue to…
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Still no group sport and no educational courses
Clubs are still not allowed to hold meetings in Baden-Württemberg. Sports and leisure facilities remain closed, as do adult education…
