Many governments have implemented social distancing and quarantine. These best practices help to provide entertainment and distraction while complying with the imposed measures.

Sharing what people are turning to for comfort
What people need during Covid-19 is not only news and information, but also stories about what brings solace and relaxation.
Competitions to entertain residents while they stay at home
To make the time families spend at home worthwhile the Kahramanmaraş Greater Metropolitan Municipality has started several entertaining competitions for its residents.
Online storytelling for young people
During the closures of libraries, a storytelling event for young people is organised online.

Pre-testing security protocols at airports and hotels
Spain is testing their new security measures at airports and hotels with a group of German tourists before the official reopening its borders.

Providing an overview of everything that’s happening on social media
A real-time dashboard provides users with updates on all relevant news and information on social media regarding the spread of and the fight against Covid-19 in Tunisia.

Documenting the coronacrisis with objects
A museum in Vienna documents the coronavirus crisis with crowdsourced pictures of personal objects.

Austrian composer livestreams the world premiere of his latest work
The renowned Austrian composer Gerd Kühr premiered his latest piano concert via Zoom.

Displaying opportunities for digital cultural enjoyment
A knowledge base provides the citizens of Linz with an overview of all opportunities for enjoying cultural offers online.

Mayors and local leaders show how they manage the crisis
Act.Now gives insights into how regional governments and municipalities successfully manage the crisis.

Tallinn librarians read to children over the phone during lockdown
The librarians from Tallinn Central Library read books to children over the phone, Skype or Facebook until the government-imposed isolation ends.

Enjoying live theatre via Zoom
An Oxford theatre company staged a play on Zoom and invited their audience to participate.

Virtual story time
Storytelling via videos on social media provides meaningful distraction in quarantine.