Berlin

For the city state of Berlin, the Senate changed the Infection Protection Act, also known as Corona rules, yet again. In case the Incidence Number exceeds 200, the 'leash rule' will apply. Right now, it stands at 199.9.

On Wednesday, the Berlin Senate officially adopted the new lockdown and contact restrictions. There is one exception though. The new rules kick in on Sunday.

Proper snowfall in Berlin is a rare sight. But it did happen on Sunday. A rather modest layer of snow covered the city.

Yes, the virus got us. Yes, the tourists were suddenly gone. Yes, they still are. Yes, the music stopped and no chairs were left. And, yes, there is no culture. But we are still Berlin.

In Berlin, thousands of police officers from several federal states were on duty on New Year's Eve. Luckily, there were less problems than anticipated, but some…

In the next 48 hours, thousands of policemen and policewomen will be enforcing assembly bans, Corona restrictions and 56 fireworks ban zones in Berlin. The…

The Berlin police are investigating a shooting that took place in the early morning hours of the second Christmas Day. Forensic officers were still searching the crime scene in the late morning.

On Friday, parts of Berlin almost felt empty. For the first time ever, many parking spots were available all over the place. Even though people were asked not…

Berlin's Governing Mayor Michael Müller and his coalition partners wished all inhabitants "a pleasant and peaceful Christmas under the banner of hope". They…

Berlin just forbade the use of pyrotechnical products in 56 zones throughout the city on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. They include streets, squares and parks. Offenders have to pay hefty fines.