Corona variants & more: The news overview
In August 2026, new Corona variants XFG Stratus, Nimbus, and Cicada are active. For everyday life, this means that recommendations regarding vaccinations, masks, and testing remain relevant as protective measures against infections.
You can find other topics of the day in the "News" section of our app. These include reports on the current risk of forest fires in Southeast Europe, the effects of low water levels on freight transport, as well as sporting developments in the Bundesliga and the 2. Bundesliga.