Day: November 5, 2020

7,416 new infections in Austria

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The number of new corona cases is increasing explosively. In 24 hours there were 7,416 new infections. The measures of the federal government, above all the lockdown and the imposed curfew, still need time before they are reflected in the reduction of the corona figures. This is also shown by the figures on Thursday. No fewer than 7,416 new infections were registered in the past 24 hours (as of 9:30 a.m.). The number of deaths is also high at 41. This high number is only partly surprising. It was already…

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Annual vignette for 2021 1.5 percent more expensive

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From today, Thursday, the Digital Vignette for 2021 is available. You can get it in the Asfinag webshop or via the free app “On the road”. The Digital Vignette is also available at ÖAMTC, ARBÖ and ADAC as well as at selected gas stations and Tabak stores. But beware: The new Digital Vignette 2021, even if purchased tomorrow, is not valid until December 1, 2020. When purchasing the new digital vignette, the subscription service can be activated with just a few clicks. In other words, the validity of an annual…

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Over 6,000 cases despite lockdown in Austria

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Relaxation not in sight. New record level despite tougher measures. The coronavirus continues to have Austria firmly under control. Despite the lockdown, the 6,000 mark of new infections was exceeded for the first time. A total of 6,211 people tested positive within the past 24 hours, an alarming number. Most new infections occurred in Upper Austria (1,510), Tyrol (1,143) and the federal capital Vienna (845). Infectiologist: “Situation is getting more seriousParticularly worrying are the increasing numbers of hospitalizations and persons requiring intensive medical care. In addition to 2,584 hospitalized people,…

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Drastic restrictions in England

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In England, a partial lockdown with far-reaching restrictions on public life has been in force since today to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Restaurants, cultural facilities, sports centers and leisure facilities have to close, but schools and universities remain open. Unlike in Austria, retailers will also stay closed for a month – apart from supermarkets and other stores considered necessary. The people should only leave their homes until December 2 for good reason – for work, sports, recreation and care of relatives, for example. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their…

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Almost 20,000 new infections in Germany

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The number of registered new coronavirus infections in Germany has reached an all-time high of 19,990 cases within one day. This was reported by the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) this morning. The RKI reported the highest level since the beginning of the pandemic on Saturday with 19,059 cases. On Thursday last week, the number was 16,774. According to the RKI, a total of 597,583 people in Germany have become infected with SARS-CoV-2 since the beginning of the pandemic (as of November 5, 0:00 a.m.). To date, the number of deaths…

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