Start your day off right with five things you need to know this morning.
Five things you need to know
Germany's chancellor has announced a ban on unvaccinated people from public spaces and a vote on legislation to force the entire population to be vaccinated by next year. Just under 70% of Germany's population is vaccinated against COVID-19.
Germany could make Covid vaccination mandatory, says Merkel https://t.co/dJ8Awzi3eJ
— The Guardian (@guardian) December 2, 2021
Russia has warned Europe of the "nightmare of military confrontation." It comes amid what NATO has called Russian aggression towards Ukraine.
Secretary of State Blinken warned on Wednesday Russia would face “high-impact” U.S. sanctions if it invades Ukraine. https://t.co/dQW5To6oTU
— NBC News (@NBCNews) December 1, 2021
Lawyers for international socialite Ghislaine Maxwell have attempted to find flaws in the testimony of an accuser who said she was abused by Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein. Maxwell is on trial for sex trafficking.
Ghislaine Maxwell defense quizzes accuser over her recollection of 'five-girl orgies with Epstein' https://t.co/fAjK8b2RqV
— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) December 2, 2021
The Chicago mansion that appeared in the 1990 Christmas movie "Home Alone" is set to appear on Airbnb. Guests will be greeted on arrival by Devin Ratray, who played lead character Kevin McCallister's older brother Buzz.
Home Alone house available to book on Airbnb https://t.co/qvX0HGn0Ep
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) December 2, 2021
The Omicron variant of COVID-19 has become the dominant strain in South Africa, scientists have said. The variant is driving a sharp increase in infections.
Today’s covid-19 news:
— New Scientist (@newscientist) December 2, 2021
• Omicron has become the dominant variant in South Africa
• New antibody treatment approved by UK regulator
• Scientists identify cause of vaccine-related blood clots
https://t.co/2o8UWkzTLB
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