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Like every other media website our homepage is dominated by scary headlines about the coronavirus. But it turns out there is some good in all this craziness!

The coronavirus pandemic has had all our habits thrown up in the air. It’s estimated that one billion people worldwide have been asked to stay at home as much as possible. Shops, bars and cinemas are closed. People have been asked to keep at least two metres distance from each other.

It’s hard not to talk about coronavirus these days: it’s affecting relationships, the economy, the environment, and our physical and mental health. To avoid drowning under all the sad and bad news, I’ve decided to gather positive experiences from our readers and social media followers.

Every episode is made up of the ‘silver linings’ you’re finding in the current difficult situation, so don’t hesitate to share some positivity with us! Let’s spread it around. To feature in one of the episodes, send your video, or a picture and voice message, to celine.stegmueller@swissinfo.ch. 

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Coronavirus’ silver linings – E06

This content was published on In the sixth and last episode of our series, there’s yummy homemade pizza and a supervising pug, colourful cactus flowers, and a birthday surprise!

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Coronavirus’ silver linings – E05

This content was published on In the fifth episode of our series, there’s a semi-professional baker, brave river surfers, a vintage phone that still works and more!

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Coronavirus’ silver linings – E04

This content was published on We’re looking for positive stories during the pandemic. In this episode, we’ve found colourful ducks and tasty baked goods!

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Coronavirus’ silver linings – E02

This content was published on In the second episode of our new series, there’s something to be grateful for, a sisters’ reunion, a guitar in the mountains and more!

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Coronavirus’ silver linings – E01

This content was published on In the first episode of our new series, there’s a wedding to organise, a family reunion, an educated follower of fashion and more!

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