Risky raves in Berlin
30 August 2020 |
1:21 pm
In Berlin, coronavirus restrictions still have not been lifted on a pastime the city is famous for its nightclub culture. With indoor venues off-limits, partiers are going underground, or rather outside. Club owners are pushing for a legal alternative. A note to our viewers: This report contains flashing images.
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